Propak West Africa returns to the Landmark Centre in Lagos, Nigeria, from 8-10 September, uniting stakeholders from packaging, plastics, print, labelling and food processing in a single, cross-sector environment. It provides an opportunity to compare machinery, materials, services and integrated systems in one place.

Across the exhibition floor, more than 250 exhibitors will present developments spanning smart packaging technologies, automation systems, advanced plastics manufacturing, digital and flexographic print innovations, and intelligent labelling solutions. Increasingly, the focus is on combining performance with sustainability — from recyclable and recycled-content materials to packaging designs that reduce material usage without compromising strength or functionality. Energy-efficient machinery, integrated production systems and traceability technologies aimed at reducing waste and improving compliance will also feature prominently across food, beverage, pharmaceutical and personal care applications.

The plastics industry is evolving, and the critical link between performance and sustainability has never been more important. The AMI Compounding & Recycling Expo returns to Messe Frankfurt, Germany, on 23–24 September 2026, reimagined to address this new reality.

This free-to-attend exhibition is now the premier European event focused on the dynamic synergy between the compounding and recycling sectors, bringing the entire value chain together for two days of innovation, collaboration, and high-level insight. This is where the market’s brightest minds and boldest technologies converge to define the next generation of polymer performance and circularity.

Propak Cape is the Western Cape’s leading exhibition for packaging, plastics, printing and processing solutions. The 2023 edition delivered three high-energy days filled with live machinery demonstrations, thousands of new products, and valuable insights from expert speakers. Visitors engaged with top suppliers, explored innovative technologies and attended the IPSA Responsible Packaging Conference, making Propak Cape the region’s most impactful platform for sourcing, learning and industry connection.

ADIPEC will give attendees a unique opportunity to network in person with the leaders, innovators, buyers and sellers who are taking the energy industry into the future. Gain an international perspective with energy professionals from 172 countries and join the discussion on creating responsible and resilient energy transition.

We are pleased to announce that the International Rubber Conference 2026 (IRC2026 Aichi) will be held for five days from November 2 (Mon) to 6 (Fri) at the Aichi International Exhibition Center (Aichi Sky Expo) in Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture.

The International Rubber Conference (IRC) is intended to gather the world’s scientists and engineers dealing with rubber and elastomers and to promote international exchange through presentations and discussions on research findings in this area, from basics to applications. The conference is also aimed at going beyond the field of rubber and elastomers to contribute to the progress and development of science and technology in the broader context. This conference will be the sixth one held in Japan 10 years after the last one, following Tokyo in 1975, Kyoto in 1985, Kobe in 1995, Yokohama in 2005, and Kitakyushu in 2016.

The Rubber & Elastomer Technical Exhibition will also be organized with the IRC. Along with the IRC, this large-scale exhibition, drawing over 4,500 visitors, is acknowledged as one of the world’s leading events in rubber and elastomers.

Global new rubber production and consumption tend to increase, with Asia accounting for more than half of the total. Under these circumstances, the IRC and Rubber & Elastomer Technical Exhibition to be held in this country will be an ideal venue to showcase the high level of Japan’s rubber science and technology, as well as an excellent opportunity to introduce your scientific and technical achievements widely and to promote your products. Moreover, providing young engineers who will shape the industry’s future with an opportunity to communicate directly with many renowned foreign scientists and engineers will contribute to the further international development and improvement of Japan’s rubber and elastomer industry. However, it will also be incredibly significant in terms of international cooperation.

Thus, we ask for the kind understanding and warm support of all concerned parties and members of our Society in hosting this international conference.

interpack 2026 sent a clear signal: the packaging industry is more closely connected, more innovative and more dialogue-oriented than ever before. This momentum was immediately visible in the exhibition halls. High visitor traffic, intensive discussions and a consistent international presence shaped the atmosphere. Everywhere, it was possible to experience the determination with which companies are working on solutions for the future. Ideas were discussed, tested and decisions were made. The entire value chain was presented in live.

From 7 to 13 May, 2,804 exhibitors from 65 countries and trade visitors from 161 countries came together in Düsseldorf on the fully booked exhibition grounds. Of all visitors, 75 percent came from outside Germany, including 28 percent from outside Europe. Around 100 additional companies were represented at components, the supplier trade fair held in parallel. This made interpack 2026 the largest edition in its history in terms of exhibitors, underlining what was clearly felt in the halls: this was an event with exceptional impact.

“That was a top interpack. Busy halls, intensive exchange and concrete projects showed the strength of this global community. interpack is the most important meeting place for the industry worldwide, and this edition impressively confirmed that,” said Thomas Dohse, Director of interpack, at the close of the trade fair.