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The initiative brought together more than 100 architects of 18 different nationalities, permitting the sharing of know-how on expanded insulation corkboard, with special focus on its adaptability and potential for building systems. The event's programme included the presentation of the latest developments with the material, the uniqueness of an industrial production process without additives and new insulation concepts. The new applications of expanded insulation corkboard for facades and insulation solutions for renovating building were also particularly in focus. The conference-goers had the opportunity, on the first day, to visit a cork oak forest and two Corticeira Amorim industrial units, including Amorim Cork Insulation in Vendas Novas. The second day comprised ten seminars with the intervention of architects, technicians and clients from 18 countries from Europe, Asia and America. The holding of this event gave more insight into the global market, trends and expectations, particularly in relation to innovative design solutions, production processes and sustainability of the materials.