Program
11 and 12 SEPTEMBER 2024
clarion hotel oslo
DAY 1 - 11 SEPTEMBER
09:00
REGISTRATION OPENS
Registration / mingling / coffee and tea before the start
10:00-10:10
velkommen
Eirik Bugge, CEO Aquatiq & Arne Hjeltnes, Conference Speaker & Entertainer of the Year
10:10 - 10:25
Foodborne illness and our ethical responsibility
This year's professional theme will be introduced by none other than Elvin Bugge, the founder of Aquatiq and a professional known for his passionate commitment to food safety.
Elvin Bugge, Founder & Special Projects, Aquatiq AS / CEO Aqua Pharma Group
10:30 - 11:15
KeyNote: Frank Yianna's
Keynote speaker Frank Yiannas is back at this year's conference. Title and theme to come. Enjoy!
Frank Yiannas, Former leadership roles in US FDA, Walmart & Walt Disney, Futurist, Author, Professor and advocate for consumers.
(Presentation in English)
11:15 - 11:40
Break and NETWORK BUILDING
11:40 - 12:05
THE FOOD ACT CELEBRATES 20 YEARS - DO WE HAVE WHAT WE NEED TO ENSURE SAFE FOOD FOR CONSUMERS?
Inge Erlend Næsset, Director Regulation & Control Norwegian Food Safety Authority (FSA Norway)
12:10 - 12:35
INDUSTRIAL CASE:
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12:40 - 13:00
Panel discussion, questions AND answers
13:00 - 14:00
LUNCH and networking
14:00 - 14:45
CASE: building a tech and data driven food safety culture - from risk prediction to continuous Improvement
One of the smartest moves to make food production competitive on safe and sustainable principles is to adopt new technology. This year, we have brought in know-how far beyond our own national borders, namely from Dubai. Here you will learn how the regulatory authorities in Dubai have shaped and revolutionized the way they work with food safety with the help of technology. You will hear about their journey, what they have learned, their results and how they envision the way forward. Here, everyone who has started or is thinking about starting their own journey will get inspiration as well as advice and tips. We promise a fantastic post and an engaging lecturer.
Bobby Krishna, Food Safety Specialist at Dubai Municipality
(Presentation in English)
14:50 - 15:20
A TSUNAMI OF EU REGULATIONS IS COMING - SUSTAINABLE FOOD PROVIDES STRENGTHENED COMPETITIVENESS
The EU is in the process of laying down a legal framework around sustainable food production both inside and outside the EU. What we do know is that it will be extensive and it will redefine competitive conditions in the food market. Everything about the Norwegian food system will be affected, including those areas outside the EEA agreement. What does that mean, and what steps should decision-makers in the Norwegian food system take now? These are among other questions that Ola Hedstein from Rethink Food will address.
Ola Hedstein, Partner at Rethink Food
(Norwegian presentation - simultaneous interpretation to English)
15:20 - 15:40
ELEVATOR PITCH EXHIBITORS
15:40 - 16:10
BREAK AND NETWORK BUILDING
16:10 - 16:40
CASE: LESSONS FROM NAVIGATING A VOLCANIC CRISIS IN FOOD PRODUCTION
Not all businesses have experienced a real crisis? What are you doing? Caes-Jan tells the story of Matorka who was forced to move due to volcanic activity. What temporary and long-term decisions had to be taken to ensure safe food production, animal welfare and the delivery of high-quality products to the market? All this, at the same time as they had to deal with their own private crisis - that their family has a safe and secure place to live. What experiences did they have and what have they learned? What does the future bring?
Cees - Jan Bastiaansen, Chief Sustainability Officer at Matorka, Iceland
(English presentation)
16:40 - 17:00
PANEL DISCUSSION AND SUMMARY OF THE DAY
17:00
ACADEMIC END - MINGLING AND NETWORKING
19:00
Aperitif
19:30
BANQUET - ENTERTAINMENT;-)
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DAY 2 - 12 SEPTEMBER
08:30
REGISTRATION OPENS
Registration / mingling / coffee and tea before the start
09:00-09:10
welcome and introduction
Arne Hjeltnes, Conference Speaker & Entertainer of the Year
09:15 - 10:00
KeyNote: Frank Yiannas: TITLE AND THEME COMING
Keynote speaker Frank Yianna opens day 2 (of course the theme is different from day 1). Enjoy!
Frank Yianna's, Former leadership roles in US FDA, Walmart & Walt Disney, Futurist, Author, Professor and advocate for consumers.
(Presentation in English)
10:00 - 10:30
Break and NETWORK BUILDING
10:30 - 10:50
PERSISTENT MICRO-ORGANISMS: MAIN RISK FACTORS AND MEASURES
Our common goal is safer food. On day two of the conference, we will therefore focus on solutions related to the primary risk factors that drive infections. EFSA (The European Food Safety Authority) Panel on Biological Hazards (EFSA's BIOHAZ Panel) recently published a scientific opinion on just that. Therese will begin this part by summarizing EFSA's statements.
Theres Faye, PhD, Microbiology & Food Safety Specialists, Aquatiq Consult
(Norwegian presentation - simultaneous interpretation to English)
10:50 - 11:30
OPTIMAL HYGIENIC DESIGN: CHALLENGES AND BEST PRACTICES
Hygienic design is categorized as the most important driver of increased infections, and has received increased focus internationally, both with authorities and standard owners. What demands are coming, how to navigate the jungle of challenges? What works and what doesn't? What should you as a food producer think about in the future? Stein will give you the answers. As part of this, you will gain insight into the latest best practice guideline from EHEDG (European Hygienic Engineering Design Group).
Stein Nikolaisen / Hygienic Design Specialist & Chief Operating Officer, Aquatiq Sense
(Norwegian presentation - simultaneous interpretation to English)
11:30 - 12:30
LUNCH and networking
12:30 - 12:55
UNDERSTAND THE EFFECT OF DISINFECTANTS ON BACTERIAL COMMUNITIES IN THE FOOD INDUSTRY
How do disinfectants affect bacterial populations on production surfaces? This is a question that has driven the research in the "DisinfectAMR" project. At this year's conference, Torben will present the answer to the question. You will gain a thorough understanding of the implications this has for antimicrobial resistance and the development of effective disinfection strategies. The project is the result of a collaboration between NTNU, SINTEF and three Norwegian industrial partners.
Torben Reiche/ PhD candidate, NTNU
(Norwegian presentation - simultaneous interpretation to English)
13:00 - 13:20
CASE: COMING SOON
13:20 - 13:35
PANEL DISCUSSION, QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
13:35 - 14:05
BREAK AND NETWORK BUILDING
14:05 - 14:35
NEW TECHNOLOGY FOR EFFECTIVE REDUCTION OF BIOFILM ON EQUIPMENT IN THE FOOD INDUSTRY
Explore the ground-breaking results of the BIODRY research project. Get to know the latest technology developed to combat the risk of biofilm on exposed production equipment. Dive into the possibilities this innovation provides, and its importance in strengthening food safety and sustainability.
Speeches are coming. (Norwegian presentation - simultaneous interpretation to English)
14:40 - 15:10
CASE: COMING SOON
15:15 - 16:00
INSPIRATION: THE HUNT FOR THE GOOD TEAM
A lecture that gives you humorous stories, and at the same time takes you into the seriousness of leadership and the interaction between people. Humor and seriousness go hand in hand throughout the lecture when it comes to roots, pride and identity.
How to build a sustainable culture and clear identity? What will it take for the people to feel pride in their roots, job and dress? What is your contribution? And why does everyone have a responsibility? The importance of a pat on the back.
Roger Finjord, Former top-tier football coach, Inspirational speaker (Norwegian presentation - simultaneous interpretation to English)
16:00- 16.30:XNUMX SUMMARY AND SELECTION OF SPONSOR COMPETITION WINNERS
16:30 END AND WELCOME HOME