The Largest Plastics Trade Show in the Americas Officially Opened Its Doors on Monday

May 6, 2024 - The wait for the largest plastics trade show in the Americas is over! NPE2024: The Plastics Show officially kicked off on Monday, May 6, and runs through Friday, May 10, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. After months of anticipation, NPE is excited to welcome thousands of plastics professionals and over 2,100 exhibitors within more than 1.1 million net square feet of exhibit space.

NPE2021, which was supposed to take place in May, 2021, was canceled due to Covid 19 restrictions. NPE2018 was the last edition to take place.

“We can feel the excitement on the show floor. NPE2024 promises to be a monumental event, showcasing the latest technology, sustainability advancements and newest research and insights that will positively impact and shape all the industries that use plastic,” says Matt Seaholm, PLASTICS’ President and Chief Executive Officer. “We’re thrilled to welcome the most global audience since NPE2015 – with innovators, experts and visionaries registered from 128 unique countries who are ready to shape the future of plastics.”

Attendees at NPE2024 can expect:

• Cutting-edge technologies on display from over 2,100 exhibitors that serve various industries including automotive, medical, packaging, building and construction and consumer products, plus six Technology Zones that highlight the latest product and service innovations.
• Insights from industry leaders including the first-ever keynote speakers from BASF Corporation and FANUC America Corporation, three Spark Stages, exclusive industry briefings and 100+ education sessions overall
• Unparalleled networking opportunities such as the Opening Night Party and Women in Plastics Breakfast sponsored by LyondellBasell and Syensqo, plus exclusive lounges for first-timers, Plastics Industry Association members, international attendees and more

NPE offers flexible registration options, ranging from Expo Passes to Expo Premier. For those who have not secured their passes in advance, on-site registration is available throughout the show, up until Friday, May 10th at 1pm ET. Details on pricing and pass packages are available at npe.org/fees-and-deadlines.

The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) is the only organization that supports the entire plastics supply chain, including Equipment Suppliers, Material Suppliers, Processors, and Recyclers, representing over one million workers in our $548 billion U.S. industry. PLASTICS advances the priorities of members who are dedicated to investing in technologies that improve capabilities and advances in recycling and sustainability and providing essential products that allow for the protection and safety of our lives. Since 1937, PLASTICS has been working to make its members, and the seventh largest U.S. manufacturing industry, more globally competitive while supporting circularity through educational initiatives, industry-leading insights and events, convening opportunities and policy advocacy, including the largest plastics trade show in the Americas, NPE2024: The Plastics Show.

Source: PLASTICS