CHINAPLAS 2026 International Plastics & Rubber Exhibition: Technology Drives High Quality, Green Development Leads to a New Future

See you in Shanghai 2026!

CHINAPLAS 2026, the International Exhibition for Plastics and Rubber, will be held from April 21st to 24th at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Hongqiao) in Shanghai!

April 21st-24th, 2026

The National Exhibition and Convention Center (Hongqiao) in Shanghai

Welcome the annual pinnacle event for the plastics and rubber industry:

“CHINAPLAS 2026 International Exhibition for Plastics and Rubber”

As a leading global platform for the rubber and plastics industry, this year’s exhibition is expected to cover an area of ​​over 390,000 square meters, with full coverage of 16 exhibition halls. It will bring together more than 4,600 exhibitors from home and abroad, empowering the rubber and plastics industry to upgrade towards high-end, intelligent and green development in all aspects, from breakthroughs in new materials and intelligent innovation to green transformation, and injecting strong momentum into the leap from “Made in China” to “Created in China”.

1. Anchoring the Course of the Times: Activating New Productivity in Industries through Three Core Dimensions

Currently, global technological, energy, and industrial transformations are accelerating, with new productive forces characterized by technological innovation and green, low-carbon practices becoming key engines for high-quality development.

CHINAPLAS 2026, the International Plastics & Rubber Exhibition, accurately grasps industry trends, bringing together leading exhibitors from around the world to build an innovative industrial ecosystem through cutting-edge technological exhibits.

Breakthrough in new materials: Precisely matching the upgrading needs of downstream industries.

Facing the rapid development of downstream industries such as new energy vehicles, low-altitude economy, aerospace, rail transportation, humanoid robots, wind power, and photovoltaics, this exhibition will focus on “material innovation driving application upgrades,” showcasing a concentrated renewal of advanced cutting-edge materials.

Diversified modified plastics and special thermoplastic elastomers can improve the strength and conductivity of rubber and plastic products, making them suitable for new energy vehicle batteries and aerospace seals; high-performance engineering plastics provide high- and low-temperature resistant and corrosion-resistant solutions for high-end equipment; and thermoplastic composite materials, with their outstanding advantages of lightweight and high strength, have become important supporting materials for the low-altitude economy and humanoid robot industry.

Intelligent Innovation: Knocking on the Door of the “Intelligent Manufacturing Era”

Artificial intelligence and automation technologies are reshaping the logic of rubber and plastics production, propelling the manufacturing industry into the “intelligent manufacturing era.”

This exhibition will showcase end-to-end intelligent manufacturing solutions: from automated production lines for injection molding, extrusion, and blow molding, to digital management systems driven by the Industrial Internet of Things, and intelligent testing and quality control platforms, helping companies improve production efficiency, optimize labor costs, and drive the manufacturing industry’s leap from “automation” to “intelligentization.”

Green Transformation: Solving the Inevitable Question in the “Dual Carbon” Era.

Under the “dual carbon” goal, green and low-carbon development is not only a new driving force for high-quality development but also an essential path for the rubber and plastics industry to achieve sustainable development.

The upcoming exhibition will showcase a wealth of innovative technologies and solutions in the field of environmental protection and carbon reduction, providing a clear path for enterprises’ green transformation.

Carbon Reduction and Efficiency Improvement: Additives using carbon capture technology can directly reduce carbon emissions in the plastics production process. Recycling and Regeneration: Through oil recycling and VOC reuse technologies for waste solvents, “waste is transformed into resources,” opening up the circular economy chain. Material Innovation: Bio-based materials, biodegradable materials, and environmentally friendly compatibilizers and toughening agents provide key support for upgrading the performance of recycled plastics and bioplastics.

These technologies not only help enterprises easily meet environmental requirements but also help them explore new markets for green products and seize opportunities in industry transformation.

2. Increased Scale and Quality: A New Force Activates Innovation Momentum

This year’s exhibition has not only achieved a “quantitative breakthrough” but also a “qualitative leap.” To date, booth reservations have exceeded expectations, and the exhibition scale is expected to reach a new high – the exhibition area is projected to exceed 390,000 square meters, further expanding compared to the previous Shanghai exhibition.

The organizers have carefully selected and focused on recruiting more pioneering technology companies and innovative rubber and plastics suppliers, ensuring that scale upgrades and quality advancements resonate in tandem, bringing visitors a refreshing technological experience.

The exhibitor structure, characterized by “diversification and high quality,” is another major highlight of this year’s exhibition.

On the one hand, globally renowned rubber and plastics companies have gathered, bringing cutting-edge international technologies and a global perspective to help domestic enterprises align with international standards. On the other hand, local innovation forces are showing strong growth, especially with over 1,400 specialized and innovative enterprises reserving booths, showcasing the “hard power” of China’s rubber and plastics technology.

In addition, the exhibition also features a series of high-quality concurrent events, inviting experts to interpret cutting-edge trends and building an efficient exchange platform, comprehensively contributing to the high-quality development of the rubber and plastics industry.

3. The gathering of global buyers injects new vitality into the high-quality development of the industry.

As a “golden platform” for rubber and plastics companies to expand globally, “CHINAPLAS International Rubber and Plastics Exhibition” has cultivated the international market for decades. Through precise integration of global industry resources, the exhibition deeply connects the upstream and downstream of the rubber and plastics industry, strongly attracting powerful buyers from around the world.

The previous exhibition attracted 281,206 professional visitors from over 170 countries and regions worldwide, including 68,542 from Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, and overseas, accounting for 24.37%, marking a new leap in its internationalization.

This year’s exhibition will further strengthen its global resource integration capabilities. The organizer team is active in global industry events, establishing in-depth cooperation with domestic and international industry associations and buyers, and specifically inviting leading global buyers in the automotive, electronics, and packaging sectors. Furthermore, leveraging its O2O strategic partner – the “CPS+ Online Supply and Demand Matching Platform” – it achieves seamless integration of online and offline services. Buyers can use the platform year-round to search for exhibitor information and schedule on-site negotiations. The platform also accurately matches suppliers based on procurement needs, converting online traffic into precise offline orders and bringing tangible trade opportunities to exhibitors.

Currently, global trade still faces uncertainties. China’s rubber and plastics industry is building its competitive advantage through “high-quality innovation.” Overseas buyers are not only seeking products with comprehensive cost-effectiveness, but also actively purchasing China’s intelligent equipment, green materials, and other cutting-edge technologies, leveraging China’s strong manufacturing and innovation capabilities to seize opportunities in the global market.

This exhibition will serve as a core window for the global rubber and plastics industry chain to “connect with Chinese innovation.”