Extrusion 1-2026

► www.ChinaplasOnline.com plastic production process; Recycling: technologies in recycling oil and re- purposing volatile organic com- pounds convert waste into valuable resources, fostering achievement of circular economy; Materials advance- ment: with key roles in enhancing the functionality of recycled plastics and bioplastics, the adoption of bio- based/ bio-degradable/ eco-compati- ble coupling and toughening agents into productions empower enterpris- es to expand their business into the green product markets, and achieve operational transformation to stream- line their compliance with environ- mental standards. CHINAPLAS 2026 not only achieves advancement in quantity, but also quality. As of now, number of booths reserved has far exceeded forecast, further expanding the exhibition area from the 2024 edition in Shanghai to a new record of over 390,000 square meters. The organizer has enriched the exhibitor spectrum by encompas- sing more pioneering technology companies and innovative plastics and rubber suppliers, delivering a unique experience to all visitors. Two notable highlights of the trade fair are diversity and high quality of exhibitors. Renowned plastics and rubber enterprises from all over the world will gather to showcase cutting- edge technologies and exchange in- dustry visions, connecting Chinese companies to international standards. With the emergence of the power in China’s innovation, more than 1,400 “Shining Niche” companies (enterpris- es recognized by the Chinese govern- ment in a comprehensive range of fields including economic benefits, de- gree of specialization and innovation, level of excellence in operation and management, production chain, etc.) will demonstrate the unparalleled ca- pabilities of China’s plastics and rub- ber technologies. Additionally, a series of concurrent events with experts are curated to un- lock industry trends, promote multila- teral interactions and forge high- quality development of the industries. Global Buyers Converge, Leading to Exceptional Industry Growth : As the “Prime Platform” for plastics and rub- ber companies’ global expansion, CHINAPLAS has cultivated its roots in the international market for decades. It integrates industry resources, con- nects with the upstream and down- stream sectors of the industries, and attracts premium buyers worldwide. CHINAPLAS 2025 drew 281,206 pro- fessional visitors from over 170 coun- tries and regions, with 68,542 attendees from overseas and Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan region of China, accounting for 24.37% of the total visitors, achieving a new mile- stone in internationalization. CHINAPLAS 2026 will further de- monstrate its capacity to incorporate with global resources. The organizer is actively engaging in international events to establish partnerships with overseas associations and buyers in the industry, strategically inviting top global buyers from sectors including automotive, electronics & electric, packaging, etc. By leveraging CPS+ eMarketplace, which is CHINAPLAS’s O2O strategy partner, the trade fair offers seamless “online and offline” journey – buyers can access exhibitor information and schedule on-site meetings year-round via the platform, in turn, the platform precisely mat- ches suppliers with various sourcing requests, converting online traffic to offline business exchanges, creating infinite trade opportunities for exhibi- tors. Amid ongoing uncertainties in glo- bal trade, China’s plastics and rubber industries are demonstrating compe- titive edge through “high-quality inno- vation”. In addition to seeking cost- effective products, international buy- ers are also sourcing advanced intelli- gent equipment and green materials from China, seizing global market op- portunities fueled by the country’s ro- bust manufacturing and innovation capabilities. 21 Extrusion 1/2026 Branche Intern