Attendee counts:- 300,000+

Plastics & Rubber Industry Events 2026 – Global Trade Shows & Exhibitions

The plastics and rubber industry features a series of major international events in 2026 that unite manufacturers, processors, suppliers, and technology innovators from across the globe. These exhibitions provide platforms for networking, sourcing technology, learning about trends, and accelerating business growth.

PLAST 2026 – International Exhibition for Plastics & Rubber Industries

When & WhereJune 9 – 12, 2026Fiera Milano, Rho (Milan), Italy

PLAST 2026 is the flagship global event for the plastics and rubber sectors, featuring the latest in processing machinery, materials, automation systems, and sustainable solutions. The show covers the complete supply-chain, including primary plastics and rubber processing, auxiliary equipment, secondary operations, recycling technologies, and advanced materials. Several specialized satellite zones such as Rubber, 3D Plast, and Plast-Mat highlight niche innovations and industry trends. PLAST attracts a worldwide audience of professionals seeking cutting-edge solutions, international partnerships, and industry insight.

Plastics & Rubber Vietnam 2026

When & WhereMarch 31 – April 2, 2026Saigon Exhibition & Convention Center (SECC), Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Plastics & Rubber Vietnam is one of the premier trade fairs in Southeast Asia for plastics and rubber manufacturing technologies, materials, processing equipment, and related services. The event draws thousands of industry professionals, including manufacturers, processors, technology suppliers, and investors. Exhibits span material formulations, extrusion and molding machines, recycling tech, automation solutions, composites, and bioplastics, with a focus on sustainability and innovation in regional and global supply chains.

Plastics & Rubber Thailand 2026

When & WhereMay 13 – 16, 2026BITEC, Bangkok, Thailand

Plastics & Rubber Thailand is a leading trade exhibition serving the ASEAN plastics and rubber technology market. The show showcases machinery, raw materials, components, processing systems, and industry services. Attendees include converters, equipment buyers, manufacturers, and engineering professionals representing automotive parts, consumer goods, packaging, electrical equipment, medical devices, construction, and industrial machinery sectors.

Additional Industry Shows in 2026

Alongside these major exhibitions, several regional plastics and rubber trade shows are scheduled worldwide, expanding networking and business opportunities:

• CHINAPLAS 2026 – April 21–24, 2026, Shenzhen / Shanghai, China — one of the world’s largest plastics and rubber trade fairs with thousands of exhibitors and hundreds of thousands of visitors.

• Wenzhou Plastics & Rubber Industry Expo 2026 – May 21–23, 2026, Wenzhou, China — regional platform for plastics processing, materials, recycling, and automation.

• Plastex Cairo 2026 – January 9–12, 2026, Cairo, Egypt — major plastics and rubber exhibition in the MENA region showcasing machinery, materials, and sustainability innovations.

• Plastics & Rubber Poland 2026 – November 18–19, 2026, Warsaw, Poland — a focused European event connecting suppliers and buyers in plastics and rubber formulation, processing, and machinery.

• Plastics & Rubber Indonesia 2026 – Late November 18–21, 2026, Jakarta, Indonesia — a comprehensive regional platform covering the full value chain from raw materials to finished products.

Who Attends

These events are attended by a cross-section of plastics and rubber professionals from around the world, including:

Industry Breakdown

• Plastics & rubber raw material producers and compounders

• Machinery and equipment manufacturers

• Injection molding, extrusion, blow molding, and thermoforming processors

• Recycling and sustainability technology providers

• Converters and product manufacturers (automotive, packaging, consumer goods)

• Chemical and additives suppliers

• Bioplastics, composites, and emerging material innovators

• Automation, robotics, and smart manufacturing technology specialists

• Testing, quality control, and analytical services

Job Titles & Functional Roles

Attendees include decision-makers and technical experts such as:

• CEOs, Presidents & Owners

• Vice Presidents & Directors of Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations

• Packaging, Materials & Process Engineers

• R&D and Product Development Leaders

• Supply Chain, Purchasing & Procurement Managers

• Quality, Environmental & Compliance Professionals

• Automation, Controls & IT Integration Managers

• Sales, Business Development & Technical Consultants

• Sustainability and Circular Economy Strategists

Geographic Reach

These plastics and rubber events deliver strong global reach, attracting professionals from:

• Europe (Italy, Germany, Poland, UK, France, Eastern Europe)

• Asia-Pacific (China, Vietnam, Thailand, Taiwan, India, ASEAN markets)

• North America and Latin America

• Middle East and Africa

Why Attend

• Technology & Innovation – discover the latest processing equipment, materials, recycling solutions, and smart manufacturing systems

• Networking & Partnerships – build connections with suppliers, buyers, technology partners, and industry experts

• Market Insights – gain insights into global trends, sustainability initiatives, and regulatory developments shaping the plastics & rubber sectors

• Business Growth – source solutions that enhance productivity, competitiveness, and product performance