PRESS RELEASE | 2026 PRE Congress, 10–12 June, Helsinki, Finland

The 2026 PRE Congress took place in Helsinki, Finland, from 10 to 12 June 2026, kindly hosted by Betker Oy, Calderys Finland Oy, and Höganäs Borgestad.

More than 50 PRE members, refractory industry executives, and representatives of national associations from across Europe gathered in Helsinki to exchange views on key developments, challenges, and strategic priorities shaping the European refractory sector.

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PRE extends its sincere gratitude to all guest speakers, award winners, and participants for their valuable contributions to the success of the Congress. Special thanks are due to Betker Oy, Calderys Finland Oy, and Höganäs Borgestad for kindly hosting this exceptional event.

Building on the outcomes of the 2026 PRE Congress, PRE will continue to turn shared priorities into action: strengthening the sector’s voice, advancing resilience and sustainability, and ensuring refractories are recognised as indispensable to Europe’s industrial future.