The Vila-real–based multinational becomes a strategic sponsor of the forum’s first edition, reinforcing Castellón as a global hub for ceramic innovation
The International Congress on Ceramics Innovation, organized by Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Services, and Navigation of Castellón, has announced that the Vila-real based company Porcelanosa has officially joined the upcoming edition as a strategic sponsor. This collaboration marks a major milestone for the congress, linking the new industry forum—taking place on September 28 - 29with one of the most influential and visionary brands in global design and architecture. The involvement of a world leader in this inaugural edition highlights IGNITE’s ambition to establish itself from the outset as a leading hub for technical and professional debate within the ceramics cluster.
Mª Dolores Guillamon, President of the Castellón Chamber of Commerce, highlighted the importance of this agreement for the success of the event. "‘Porcelanosa’s participation in IGNITE is not only a show of support for the organisation, but also a prestigious endorsement of the high quality of the scientific and technical quality of the program the congress has been developing with such dedication.’”
"To IGNITE,having the support of a firm that acts as an ambassador for our region across the globe ensures that this conference is launched with the necessary strength to lead the way,” added the president of the chamber.
Guillamon added that “his presence underscores the industry’s commitment to forums for intellectual exchange, where excellence and knowledge transfer take center stage, ensuring Castellón remains a global benchmark for innovation in the ceramics industry.
This alliance aims to become a platform for shaping the industry of the future, enabling Porcelanosa’s presence at IGNITE 2026 to promote meaningful dialogue on the most pressing challenges facing the sector.
Five pillars shaping the future of the industry
This first edition is built around five key thematic pillars designed to redefine the future of the industry through an ambitious, holistic approach.
The congress will place particular emphasis on real and competitive decarbonisation within the sector, exploring energy alternatives that ensure economic viability, as well as on comprehensive industrial digitalisation through the use of artificial intelligence and digital twins. At the same time, further work will be carried out on the development of advanced ceramic materials for new architectural applications, sustainability and industrial circularity in resource management, and the analysis of industrial geopolitics , which shapes today’s global markets.
IGNITE remains firmly committed to serving as a catalyst for ideas that ignite the next industrial revolution in the sector.