The 26th International Automotive Reuse & Recycling Congress (IARC) takes place from 10 to 12 March 2027 at the Hotel Grand Elysée in Hamburg. Organised by ICM AG, it brings together up to 300 decision-makers from the automotive and recycling sectors, including OEMs, shredder operators, recyclers and policymakers.

Two congress days with an opening ceremony and keynotes, round tables, a cocktail reception and a networking dinner are followed on 12 March by a plant tour to TSR Group, a ferrous and non-ferrous metal recycler; places are allocated first come, first served. Registration and a Meet & Greet open the evening before, on 9 March.

The call for papers is open until 30 October 2026. Session recordings are available on demand in the event app.