The 15th International Automobile Recycling Congress IARC 2015 organised by ICM AG will be held from March 25 – 27, 2015 in the Hotel Palace in beautiful Berlin, Germany.Delegates from industry, authorities and academia will discuss and present news and challenges of the manufacturing and end-of-life vehicle (ELV) business. The congress will bring together the various links in the ELV recycling chain such as car manufacturers, metal and plastic scrap traders, recyclers, shredder operators and policy-makers from around the world.Over 250 industry leaders from all over the world will be expected.Topics of the conference:Results of the Fitness CheckUpdate on new laws and regulationsHow do car manufacturers and the recycling industry close the recycling loop?New cars and new recycling technologiesReports on Asian, US and European car manufacturersBest available recycling technologiesNext generation recycling processes and equipmentEuropean ELV Directive towards 2015E-mobility: Its influence on car recycling and dismantlingReports about illegal treatment and exportsEffect of durable raw materials' low prices on ELV recyclingCatalyst recycling: News from the car and recycling industriesThe conference program includes also tool box and company spotlight talks.A large exhibition area is integrated into the conference facilities, where vendors meet their clients. Cocktail receptions and a networking dinner create an excellent atmosphere to get in touch with business partners, colleagues and competitors. The conference is also offering plant tours to leading recycling companies and various workshops.The organizers have launched a call for papers and invite interested authors to submit their proposal before September 30, 2014.