Konferenca o tehnologiji čistih prostorov 2025

21.–22. maj 2025, Birmingham, Združeno kraljestvo

Konferenca o tehnologiji čistih prostorov 2025 je potekala 21. in 22. maja v Nacionalnem konferenčnem centru v Birminghamu (UK). Gre za enega vodilnih evropskih dogodkov, namenjenega strokovnjakom s področja nadzorovanih okolij in čistih prostorov. Dogodek je tudi letos zbral več kot 400 udeležencev iz industrije, akademskih krogov in regulativnih organov, kar potrjuje njegov osrednji pomen za razvoj znanja in dobrih praks na tem področju.

Ključne teme letošnje konference:

• Regulativna skladnost in industrijski standardi:
  Poseben poudarek je bil na implementaciji posodobljenega GMP Priloge 1 ter standarda ISO 14644, s predstavitvami praktičnih rešitev in izzivov iz industrijske prakse.
• Trajnost v čistih prostorih:
  AstraZeneca in GSK sta delili izkušnje 15-letnega uvajanja trajnostnih praks, pri čemer so posebej izpostavili energetsko učinkovitost in zmanjšanje ogljičnega odtisa.
• Nadzor kontaminacije:
  Predstavljene so bile strategije za obvladovanje tveganj pri prenosu materialov, sterilizaciji opreme in uvedbi hitrih mikrobioloških metod.
• Umetna inteligenca in digitalizacija:
  Vloga AI, robotike in digitalnih platform v certificiranju prostorov in upravljanju okoljskih podatkov je postajala vse bolj prepoznana kot prihodnost panoge.

Slovenski prispevek v mednarodnem prostoru

Posebno mesto v programu je imela mag. Nataša Štirn, poslovna direktorica podjetja Klimer Štirn & Co. d.n.o. in članica Slovenskega združenja za čiste prostore (SCS), ki je so-predstavila prispevek skupaj s Conorjem Murrayem (predsednikom Irish Cleanroom Society).

Njuna predstavitev se je osredotočila na uvajanje strategije nadzora kontaminacije (CCS) v skladu z GMP Prilogo 1 ter njeno povezavo z energetsko učinkovitostjo. Poudarila sta, da je mogoče doseči visoko stopnjo skladnosti z regulatornimi zahtevami ob hkratnem zmanjšanju vpliva na okolje in operativnih stroškov — kar kaže, da trajnost in skladnost nista konkurenčni, temveč komplementarni cilji.

Več informacij

Več o programu, govornikih in predstavitvah:

• Cleanroom Technology Conference – uradni LinkedIn
• Uradna stran dogodka

Cleanroom Technology Conference 2025

21–22 May 2025, Birmingham, United Kingdom

The Cleanroom Technology Conference 2025 was held on 21–22 May at the National Conference Centre in Birmingham, UK. This flagship two-day event brought together professionals working in controlled environments and cleanroom operations, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance, best practices, and cutting-edge innovations across the industry. With over 400 participants, the conference once again confirmed its status as a key meeting point for cleanroom experts across Europe and beyond.

Key Topics of the 2025 Conference:

• Regulatory Compliance and Standards:
  In-depth discussions on ISO 14644 and the revised EU GMP Annex 1, highlighting practical strategies for implementation in cleanroom environments.
• Sustainability in Cleanroom Operations:
  Case studies from AstraZeneca and GSK showcased 15 years of experience implementing sustainable practices, including achievements and ongoing challenges in improving energy efficiency and reducing carbon footprints.
• Contamination Control Innovations:
  Focused sessions explored material transfer risk reduction, cleanroom garment sterilization, and the adoption of rapid microbiological testing methods.
• Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, and Digitalisation:
  Insights into how AI and robotics are being integrated into cleanroom certification processes, with digital environmental monitoring systems and risk-based contamination control strategies on the rise.

Highlighting Slovenia’s Contribution

A notable highlight of the conference was the joint presentation by Mag. Nataša Štirn, Managing Director of Klimer Štirn & Co. d.n.o. and a member of the Slovenian Cleanroom Society (SCS), alongside Conor Murray, President of the Irish Cleanroom Society.

Their presentation addressed the implementation of the Contamination Control Strategy (CCS) in line with GMP Annex 1, with a particular emphasis on linking regulatory compliance with energy reduction goals. They demonstrated how it's possible to meet stringent regulatory expectations without compromising product quality — while simultaneously reducing environmental impact and operational costs.

Their message was clear: sustainability and compliance should not be seen as competing priorities, but rather as mutually reinforcing goals.

More Information

Learn more about the programme and speakers:

• Cleanroom Technology – Official LinkedIn
• Official conference website

Študijski obisk na Irskem pod okriljem Slovenskega združenja za čiste prostore (SCS)

Dublin, 17.–20. 5. 2025

V maju smo pod okriljem Slovenskega združenja za čiste prostore (SCS) organizirali strokovni študijski obisk na Irsko. Namen obiska je bil pridobiti nova znanja in izkušnje s področja tehnologije čistih prostorov in nadzora kontaminacije, kar sledi osrednjim ciljem našega združenja:

• Organizirati simpozije, seminarje, razstave, predavanja in druge dogodke, s katerimi širimo znanje in izkušnje s področja čistih prostorov;
• Spodbujati izobraževanje in usposabljanje na področju tehnologije čistih prostorov;
• Podpirati raziskave na vseh področjih povezanih s čistimi prostori in nadzorom kontaminacije.

Slovensko delegacijo so sestavljali:

• Izr. prof. dr. Uroš Stritih, Univerza v Ljubljani, Fakulteta za strojništvo)
• Dr. Blaž Kamenik, asistent in raziskovalec, Univerza v Mariboru, Fakulteta za strojništvo)
• Mag. Brane Lotrič, Kaja Kramar in Špela Bedene (B&B, d.o.o.)
• Mojca Stritih
• Mag. Nataša Štirn (Klimer d.n.o.), predstavnica Slovenskega združenja za čiste prostore

Gostitelj obiska je bil Conor Murray, priznani strokovnjak na področju čistih prostorov in predsednik Irish Cleanroom Society (ICS), ki nam je predstavil irski sistem usposabljanja in izobraževanja. Njegove bogate izkušnje in pripravljenost za sodelovanje predstavljajo pomembno podporo pri razvoju in krepitvi slovenskih izobraževalnih aktivnosti na tem področju.

Osrednji del programa je bil obisk Nacionalnega inštituta za bioprocesne raziskave in usposabljanje (NIBRT), kjer nas je sprejel Barry Shortt. Predstavil nam je njihov vrhunski učni center – pomanjšan model realnega biofarmacevtskega proizvodnega obrata – ter izobraževalne programe in številna sodelovanja z industrijo in akademskimi institucijami. Nekateri izmed teh programov predstavljajo odličen model za prenos znanja tudi v slovenski prostor.

Obisk na Irskem je pomemben korak v uresničevanju poslanstva SCS. Povezovanje z mednarodnimi strokovnjaki in institucijami nam omogoča, da sledimo razvoju in postajamo relevanten partner pri oblikovanju prihodnosti področja čistih prostorov v Sloveniji.

Hvala vsem sodelujočim za odprtost, strokovno podporo in gostoljubje. Veselimo se nadaljnjega sodelovanja!

Study Visit to Ireland under the Auspices of the Slovenian Cleanroom Society (SCS)

In May, the Slovenian Cleanroom Society (SCS) organized a professional study visit to Ireland. The aim of the visit was to gain new knowledge and experience in cleanroom technology and contamination control, in alignment with the core objectives of our society:

• To organize symposiums, seminars, exhibitions, lectures, and other events to spread knowledge and experience in cleanroom technology;
• To promote education and training in cleanroom technology and contamination control;
• To encourage research across all areas related to cleanroom technology and contamination control.

The Slovenian delegation included:

• Prof. Dr. Uroš Stritih, University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering
• Blaž Kamenik, Teaching Assistant and Researcher, University of Maribor, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering
• Brane Lotrič, Kaja Kramar, and Špela Bedene (B&B, d.o.o.)
• Mojca Stritih
• Nataša Štirn (Klimer d.n.o.), representative of the Slovenian Cleanroom Society

Our host was Conor Murray, a respected expert in cleanroom technology and President of the Irish Cleanroom Society (ICS), who introduced us to the Irish system of training and education. His extensive experience and willingness to collaborate offer valuable support in developing and strengthening educational activities in Slovenia.

A key part of the visit was the tour of the National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Training (NIBRT), where we were welcomed by Barry Shortt. He introduced us to their world-class training center — a scaled-down replica of a real biopharmaceutical production facility — and presented their educational programs as well as numerous collaborations with industry and academia. Several of these programs present an excellent model for knowledge transfer to Slovenia.

This visit represents an important step in fulfilling the mission of SCS. Building connections with international experts and institutions allows us to stay at the forefront of development and become a relevant partner in shaping the future of cleanroom practices in Slovenia.

Many thanks to all involved for their openness, professional support, and warm hospitality. We look forward to continued collaboration!

Slovensko združenje za tehnologijo čistih prostorov je oktobra 2024 postalo član mednarodnega združenja International Confederation of Contamination Control Societies (ICCCS)

Hasim Solmaz, glavni tajnik ICCCS je ob imenovanju dejal: "V imenu ICCCS z veseljem uradno pozdravljam Slovensko združenje za tehnologijo čistih prostorov kot dragocenega člana naše globalne mreže. Z veseljem smo sprejeli vašo prošnjo v članstvo in se veselimo prispevkov in spoznanj, ki jih boste prinesli v ICCCS. Kot član bo vaše združenje imelo priložnost sodelovati z mednarodnimi strokovnjaki, sodelovati v naših odborih in prispevati k pobudam, ki pospešujejo standarde in prakse nadzora onesnaženosti po vsem svetu. Z veseljem bomo sodelovali z vami pri spodbujanju izmenjave znanja in podpiranju inovacij na našem področju. "

Podatki združenja so sedaj tudi na njihovi spletni strani:
https://www.icccs.net/about-us/members-benefits