As part of the EWJI Yearbook 2024, four leading figures in Europe’s industrial cleaning sector shared their insights during a roundtable organized by our association. Alan Joseph O’Shea (BASF), Jan van der Wal (StoneAge), Matthias Ebach (Buchen), and Adrian Bernard (Lobbe) discussed the key challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the industry in an ever-changing landscape.
The conversation touched on critical topics such as automation, which is transforming processes to enhance safety and efficiency; sustainability, which is increasingly central to corporate strategies; and the shortage of skilled labor, a challenge requiring innovation and specialized training to secure the sector’s future.
The importance of collaboration between companies was also highlighted as a cornerstone for establishing quality standards, driving innovation, and strengthening the industry’s resilience. This exchange demonstrates EWJI’s commitment to fostering growth and excellence in the industrial cleaning sector.
The EWJI Yearbook 2024 features detailed insights from this roundtable and much more, establishing itself as an essential resource for professionals aiming to adapt and thrive in the face of future challenges. We invite you to dive into the reflections and analyses from this discussion in our annual publication.