16-17 SEPTEMBER 2026 | ICC SYDNEY
Watch emerging innovators pitch circular solutions to Australia’s waste and resource recovery industry.
16 September 2026
Circularity Stage
The Innovation Pitch Fest provides a stage for start-ups to present their solutions live to operators, councils and industry decision-makers. From processing technologies to circular innovations, each pitch showcases solutions ready to solve real operational challenges facing the sector today.
A panel of industry leaders will evaluate each pitch on impact, practicality, viability and scalability. The winner receives a fully subsidised 9m² stand at ReGen 2027, plus recognition across ReGen’s media channels.
Thank you to our Innovation Pitch Fest Contestants:
Jessica Allen (Founder and CEO), Batt Bin
Slawomir Rdest (Chief Operatng Officer), EMKA Australia
Ashley Lim (Sales Director), MOBOTIX AG
Raj Sharma (CEO), Roboserver Corporation
Shane Lewis (CEO), Streamwise D.I.
Joe Leech (General Manager), SmartEnds Australia
Congratulation the winner of the 2025 Innovation Pitch Fest:
Lars Ljung (Sustainability Manager), Planet Protector Packaging
Thank you to our Innovation Pitch Fest Contestants:
Congratulation the winner of the 2025 Innovation Pitch Fest:
Lars Ljung (Sustainability Manager), Planet Protector Packaging
Want to pitch in 2026?
Contact us to express your interest for 2026.
Adam Culley
Caitlyn Touzell
Josh Begbie
Dr. Nana Bortsie-Aryee
Co-Chief Executive Officer,
Planet Ark
General Manager
Boomerang Labs
Chief Executive Officer,
Good Environmental Choice Australia (GECA)
Program Director,
Global GreenTag International
Finalists will deliver a 2-minute pitch live on stage during the expo. The judging panel will then provide feedback and announce the winner at the Industry Networking Drinks.
Pitches are evaluated by a panel of industry leaders and waste management professionals on impact, originality, practicality, viability and circular principles.
The prize includes a fully subsidised 9sqm stand at ReGen 2027, direct feedback from industry leaders, and feature coverage across ReGen’s website and social media channels. *Terms and conditions apply.
Ready to put your innovation in the spotlight for 2026? Contact our team today.