Plastic Odyssey, the global maritime expedition dedicated to tackling plastic pollution, will make a stop in Hong Kong from October 13 to October 27, 2024. With a diverse lineup of events, this stopover presents an opportunity for the media and local partners to discover the groundbreaking initiatives of this unique mission.
Press conference invitation
The expedition is excited to extend and exclusive invitation to press, partners and members of the media to join them on October 18 to learn more about this extraordinary adventure, explore the Plastic Odyssey vessel, and uncover the innovative solutions it holds.
Agenda :
- Opening Remarks by Mrs. Christile Drulhe, General Consule of France in Hong Kong and Macau.
- Welcome Address by key expedition partners Mr. Adrien Geiger, CEO of L’OCCITANE en Provence, and Mr. Jean-François Deroche, Senior Regional Officer of Crédit Agricole for Asia- Pacific.
- Presentation of the Expedition by Simon Bernard, CEO and Co-founder of Plastic Odyssey.
- Q&A session.
- Ship Tour.
To register for the press conference, please click here.
About Plastic Odyssey
Plastic Odyssey is a three-year global expedition with a mission to identify, document and share low-cost, easily replicable plastic recycling solutions. The goal is to build a worldwide network of recycling entrepreneurs, promote sustainable practices and address plastic pollution at its source.
Designed as a laboratory ship, Plastic Odyssey is equipped with an onboard micro-recycling plant, allowing for training sessions, awareness-raising activities and project incubation with numerous local partners. With around 20 crew members, the ship also serves as a space for experimenting with a zero-waste lifestyle and promoting innovative, alternative solutions to plastic.
A stopover full of discoveries
The Hong Kong stopover promises a series of engaging events:
- Press Conference: A deep dive into the expedition, upcoming activities in Hong Kong, and the broader mission in Asia. This is a unique opportunity to understand Plastic Odyssey’s impact and engage directly with the mission’s key figures. Following the conference, VIP tours of the ship will be offered, along with individual meetings with the team members. The event will conclude with a cocktail reception onboard. Location: Marco Polo Hotel, Orchid Room, followed by the ship tour at Harbour City Mall dock / Time: 4:00pm – 6:00pm: Registration Link (On invitation only).
- Documentary Screening: Discover the story of Plastic Odyssey through the screening of its documentary (70 min). Date: October 16, 6:30pm / Location: Alliance Française de Hong Kong – Jordan: Registration Link.
- Nomadic Exhibition: Starting on October 16, this traveling exhibit will highlight innovative plastic alternatives discovered worldwide. Open to the public at Harbour City Mall – Cruise Passenger Hall.
- Pop-up Exhibition: From October 16 to October 27, a pop-up store at Harbour City Mall will showcase the expedition’s mission and L’OCCITANE’s environmental commitments. Various DIY workshops will also be hosted throughout the stopover.
- Ship Tours: On October 19, 20, 25, and 26, the Plastic Odyssey ship will be open for public visits. Registration is required through the L’OCCITANE X Plastic Odyssey pop-up store at Harbour City Mall, subject to availability.
- School Visits: From October 21 to October 24, students and teachers will be welcomed for educational tours organized by the expedition team.
- Private Events: Plastic Odyssey, together with its partners, will host a series of private events on board to engage different industries in the fight against plastic pollution.
A global initiative for regional impact in Asia
Since its launch, Plastic Odyssey has visited over 20 countries and supported more than 200 local entrepreneurs in the recycling sector. The Hong Kong stopover is part of a broader strategy to develop plastic waste transformation projects in Asia and to raise awareness of environmental preservation.
Plastic Odyssey’s mission in Asia aims to establish a network of micro-recycling plants in the regions most affected by plastic pollution. Hong Kong, as a strategic logistical base, has the potential to play a significant role in supporting these solutions, located at the centre of the global ocean pollution crisis.
The next leg
After this stop in Hong Kong, the Plastic Odyssey expedition team will head to Taiwan before reaching The Philippines by the end of the year. Serving as an ambassador in the fight against plastic pollution in this critical region exposed to plastic pollution, the ship will engage with stakeholders shaping today’s and tomorrow’s world. Its aim: to create a global network of solutions to combat plastic pollution.
Special mention
The expedition would like to give a special mention to its main partner L’OCCITANE en Provence and its official partner Crédit Agricole for their continued support.
For further details on the programme and events, please contact Morgane Kerdoncuff, Stopover Director, at contact@plasticodyssey.org or via WhatsApp at +33 7 62 58 84 27.
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