CHINAPLAS 2026

Get ready for CHINAPLAS 2026, the 38th edition of the world’s leading trade fair for the plastics and rubber industries, taking place from 21–24 April 2026 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) in Hongqiao, Shanghai, China. Located at the heart of one of Asia’s most dynamic industrial hubs, this event brings together global leaders, innovators and decision‐makers for an unparalleled exchange of ideas and opportunities.

This year’s show will cover over 390,000 m² of exhibition space and host more than 4,000 exhibitors from over 40 countries and regions. Attendees will explore cutting-edge machinery—such as extrusion and injection moulding systems, blow-moulding and film technologies, and recycling and preprocessing equipment for dry and re‐polymers—alongside the latest raw materials, additives, bioplastics, composites and high‐performance polymers designed for sectors like automotive, electronics, packaging and infrastructure.

Key thematic areas include Sustainability & Circular Economy, Digitalisation & Smart Manufacturing, Innovative Materials and High-end Technologies from China. These themes reflect the industry’s rapid evolution and the growing importance of green processes, automated production and strategic global sourcing.

Exhibitors and visitors alike will benefit from a rich programme of live demonstrations, expert forums, networking platforms and business matching services—ideal for forging partnerships, discovering new markets and staying ahead of industry trends.

Whether you’re a machinery manufacturer, material supplier, brand owner or sustainability stakeholder, CHINAPLAS 2026 offers a unique gateway to innovation, business growth and industry leadership in the plastics and rubber sector. Don’t miss this essential event on the global calendar.