International Tradeshows & Exhibitions
Find below a list of plastics trade shows occuring around the world. The British Plastics Federation organises the British Pavilion at trade shows around the world, to see exhibitors at current and past trade shows, visit here.
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RWM part of ESS16-17 September 2026 - Birmingham, NEC, UK The Resource & Waste Management Expo (RWM) is the UK's premier event for the recycling, resource, waste, and broader environmental services industry. From waste disposal and collection to consulting and professional services, RWM captures what's important in the resource management and recycling space. Join 13,000+ resource professionals for two high-impact days at the number-one business exchange for the industry. Visit BPF stand RS-A192.
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Advanced Engineering4-5 November 2026 - Birmingham, NEC, UK Advanced Engineering is the only UK event connecting you with all industrial ecosystems, driving high-value manufacturing and supply chain solutions, attracting 9,000+ engineering professionals and 400+ leading suppliers. Put your brand in front of the brightest minds in design, engineering, and manufacturing as they solve real-world challenges, accelerate innovation, develop skills, and build a more sustainable future. From net-zero composites to energy-efficient processes, position your company at the heart of the future of engineering.
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UKPackaging Expo10-11 November 2026 - Liverpool, UK UKPackaging Expo is your gateway to the latest packaging trends in innovation, sustainability, and business solutions. The previous edition featured 2,000+ visitors, 50+ speakers, 125+ exhibitors. This event is specifically designed to address the diverse needs of industries such as retail, e-commerce, food & beverage, beauty, and pharmaceuticals. Whether you're seeking cutting-edge technology, eco-friendly materials, or cost-effective strategies, UKPackaging Expo is where you'll find the resources and connections to help your business thrive. Visit BPF stand
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Plastics Live Ireland2-3rd December, 2026, Athlone International Arena. Athlone. Ireland Plastics Live Ireland 2026 it the definitive 'go-to' event for the plastics sector in Ireland. Exhibiting at Plastics Live Ireland places your brand at the heart of the Irish market, connecting you directly with the decision-makers driving the nation’s world-renowned MedTech, pharmaceutical, and precision engineering industries. Visit BPF stand A11
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Southern Manufacturing2–4 February 2027, Farnborough, UK Southern Manufacturing & Electronics is the most comprehensive annual industrial exhibition in the UK and a major pan-European showcase for new technology in machinery, production equipment, electronic production and assembly, tooling and components as well as subcontract services across an impressively wide range of industry. The exhibition attracted in its previous edition over 10,720 visitors and 571 exhibitors. Visit BPF stand P290
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Chinaplas13 - 16 April 2027, Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center (Bao'an), PR China. CHINAPLAS is the largest plastics and rubber fair in the Asia Pacific region and one of the top International Plastics shows in the world. It rotates between Shanghai and Shenzhen. The previous year, Chinaplas 2026 took place in Shanghai and attracted a total of 350,189 visitors (86,440 overseas) and over 5,000 exhibitors. The BPF are offering companies the opportunity to exhibit within the British Pavilion.
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