2026 – Ecuador Edition
September 22–23 | Hilton Colón | Guayaquil, Ecuador
Formerly known as International Day, the International Lubricant Recycling Summit (ILRS) expands the conversation. This two-day event brings together industry leaders, regulators, recyclers, producers, and service providers focused on used oil, packaging, and hazardous waste management across Latin America and beyond.
If you work in lubricant manufacturing, environmental compliance, waste management, recycling infrastructure, or policy development—this summit is built for you.
16 Countries Confirmed!
Why Attend?
Because the landscape is changing.
Regulatory frameworks are evolving. Infrastructure expectations are rising. Stakeholders are demanding measurable environmental outcomes.
This summit creates space for practical discussion around:
- Used oil collection and re-refining systems
- Lubricant packaging recovery models
- Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) frameworks
- Hazardous waste management best practices
- Cross-border collaboration and policy alignment
- Market development and material traceability
You’ll leave with real-world insights, new connections, and a clearer understanding of where the industry is headed.
Who Should Attend?
- Lubricant manufacturers and brand owners
- Importers and distributors
- Producer Responsibility Organizations (PROs)
- Environmental regulators and policymakers
- Recyclers and processors
- Hazardous waste service providers
- Industry associations
- Sustainability and compliance leaders
Registration is Free!
Registration is now open. Click the link below to complete the form.
International Attendees Travelling from outside Ecuador: Accommodation at the Hilton Colón Guayaquil for September 21–24 is provided by the organizing committee, and includes:
- Single room accommodation (3 nights)
- Daily breakfast
- Coffee breaks on September 22 and 23
- Lunch on September 22 and 23
- Executive Networking Dinner on September 22
- Local transportation for official event activities
Airport–hotel–airport transfers will be coordinated once your flight details are received. Submit your travel information when registering or send it to raizzam@apel.ec.
2026 REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED
Agenda at a Glance
The ILRS features two days of keynote presentations, industry panels, international case studies, technical discussions, and networking opportunities. The program brings together industry leaders, recyclers, policymakers, stewardship organizations, and innovators from around the world to explore the future of lubricant recycling.
Day 1 – Tuesday, September 22
Day 2 – Wednesday, September 23
Location
Hilton Colón Guayaquil
Guayaquil, Ecuador
Main airlines serving José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport (GYE): Avianca, KLM, Iberia, Copa Airlines, LATAM, American Airlines, JetBlue, Spirit Airlines.
Beyond The Summit
Planning to make the most of your trip to Ecuador?
We’re developing optional post-conference tours to the Galápagos Islands, running September 24–27. Details and pricing will be announced in the coming weeks — keep an eye on this page for updates.
International attendees who wish to join the tour should plan to depart from Guayaquil no earlier than September 28.
Partners
The International Lubricant Recycling Summit is proudly brought to you by:
Together, these organizations represent deep expertise across lubricant stewardship, recycling systems, and environmental policy.
Lubricant Recycling International 