ISPE Nordic Cleaning & Sterilization Workshop

Join leading experts, innovators, and practitioners for the ISPE Nordic Affiliate’s signature 1.5-day conference dedicated to the future of pharmaceutical cleaning, sanitization, and sterilization. 

This workshop brings together the Nordic region’s most engaged professionals in QA, QC, engineering, validation, regulatory affairs, operations, and manufacturing to explore new technologies, regulatory expectations, and practical solutions that drive safer, more efficient manufacturing environments.


What to Expect

  • Cutting-edge technical presentations
    Gain insights from specialists shaping the evolution of cleaning validation, sterilization science, microbial control, and contamination prevention.
  • Case studies from leading pharma and biotech companies
    Transparent, experience-based sessions highlighting what works — and what doesn’t — in robust cleaning and sterilization programs.
  • Networking sessions
    Connect with peers across the Nordic pharma and biotech landscape, exchange perspectives, and build relationships that strengthen collaboration across the product lifecycle.
  • Networking dinner (optional, added cost)
    Enjoy a three-course dinner for meaningful conversations and relationship-building in a relaxed, enjoyable setting.
  • Optional Technical Site Visit - Limited Seats
    On 16 June, join an exclusive visit to Steris FinnAqua’s manufacturing site in Tuusula, just outside Helsinki. Only 30 seats available, early registration is essential.
     

Women in Pharma® Event Breakfast 

To conclude the event, participants are invited to join a Networking Breakfast – Introducing Women in Pharma® (WIP) on 17 June from 08:00 - 09:30.
This session offers a more informal setting to connect with peers, exchange perspectives, and continue the dialogue in a collaborative and welcoming atmosphere.
 

The conference will be conducted in English

As we welcome participants from across the Nordics and the broader international community, English has been chosen as the common language to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for all attendees.

All presentations, panel discussions, and official materials will be delivered in English. 

Registration Fees
Sign up and select your ticket type and any optional add-ons during registration.

Ticket Types

  • ISPE Members - €350
  • Non Members (annual membership included) - €650
  • Emerging Leaders - €175
  • ISPE Students & Hardship (must be a member; limited to 10 places) — Free

Optional Add-Ons

  • Three-course Networking Dinner | 15 June - €120
  • Steris FinnAqua Site Visit | 16 June - €50
  • Networking Breakfast – Introducing WIP | 17 June - €30

Please note that add-ons can be selected during registration and are subject to availability.


Location for the conference: 
Clarion Hotel® Aviapolis, Karhumäentie 5, 01530 Vantaa, Finland
 

Location for site tour:
STERIS FINN-AQUA
Teollisuustie 2, Tuusula, 04300 Finland


Why Attend
With increasingly complex manufacturing platforms, evolving regulatory expectations, and rising demands on contamination control, continuous professional development has never been more critical. This conference equips you with the expertise, network, and confidence to:

  • Strengthen compliance
  • Elevate operational performance

  • Uphold the highest standards of patient safety


Call for Speakers

We are inviting experts, practitioners, and thought leaders to submit proposals to speak at the workshop. Share your expertise, gain visibility, and influence best practices in pharmaceutical cleaning and sterilization.

Confirmed speakers include:

  • Pirjo Hänninen, Senior Inspector, Finnish Medicines Agency (FIMEA)
    • Talk: Latest inspection findings on cleaning & sterilization area.
  • Richard Hall Hall, Chair ASTM E55.11 Process Design - Rattiinox + Karolina Rokita, Senior CQV CAPEX Project Engineer - Lonza
    • Talk: The baby is uncleanable! Maybe we should start the cleaning lifecycle a bit earlier?

Call for Speakers: 16 February - 30 April 2026.

  • Educational, non-commercial presentations preferred
  • Case studies and joint presentations encouraged
  • Each slot: 30–45 minutes, followed by Q&A

Submit your abstract today or register for the workshop here.