Flame-retardant chemistry
New mechanisms, synergies and multifunctional formulations.
European Meeting
on Fire Retardant
Polymeric Materials
Four days of science, exchange and collaboration shaping safer, more sustainable materials for the future.
When20–23 July 2027
WhereCa’ Granda · University of Milan
- 40
- years of FRPM1987–2027
- 21st
- European meetingMilan, Italy
- 4
- days of science20–23 July
- 9
- scientific topicsOne shared purpose
About the congress
Where materials science meets shared responsibility.
Since the first meeting in Saint-Denis in 1987, FRPM has brought together researchers, industrial scientists and students to advance the science of flame-retardant polymeric materials.
The Milan edition will explore solutions that combine performance, fire safety, sustainability and circularity—building the next chapter for an international scientific community.
Scientific scope
Research for safer materials and systems.
Advancing materials engineering through rigorous chemistry, testing protocols, and forward-looking ecological considerations.
View all topicsAdvanced materials
Textiles, composites, coatings and intumescent systems.
Energy & emerging industry
Fire safety for batteries, e-mobility, construction and 5G.
Sustainability & circularity
Bio-based systems, recyclability, durability and environmental impact.
Testing & characterisation
New methods to understand and evaluate fire behaviour.
Modelling & standards
Simulation, prediction, regulation and standardisation.
Important dates
Plan your participation
Key milestones for contributors and attendees. Dates are currently provisional.
- 01Deadline for Abstract Submission
January 18th 2027
- 02Notification of Abstract Acceptance
Within 7 days of submission
- 03Deadline for Early Bird Registration
March 15th, 2027
- 04Deadline for Late Registration
May 15th, 2027
- 05Conference Check-in
July 20th, 2027; 08:30 AM
- 06Conference Duration
July 20th, 09:00 AM - July 23rd, 04:30 PM, 2027
Latest news
From the FRPM community
- Announcement
FRPM returns to Italy for its 21st edition.
For the first time since the memorable Palermo meeting, the European polymer flame retardancy community heads back to Italy.
- Scientific Insight
Why circularity is reshaping flame-retardant materials.
An editorial on balancing necessary passive fire protection with modern end-of-life circular plastics mandates.
- History
Preserving forty years of FRPM memories.
A brief walk through our history as we prepare to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the founding conference in 1987.
Registration
Join the FRPM community in Milan
Secure your place for four days of science, exchange and collaboration.