Chinaplas focuses on green, smart, and high-tech solutions

Chinaplas 2025, themed "Transformation - Collaboration - Sustainability", and scheduled at Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center, in Shenzhen, China, on 15-18 April, will host over 4,000 international exhibitors, with 380,000 sqm of space across all 19 halls. Together with 9 country/region pavilions, the show will facilitate collaboration along the upstream and downstream industry chains, leading the way with green, smart and high-tech solutions to drive high-quality industrial growth.

Sustainability and environmental awareness have become global industry trends. In the dynamic landscape of the plastics and rubber industries to be showcased at Chinaplas 2025, the concept of a circular economy will continue to be one of the key focuses of the exhibition, highlighting the industry's commitment to sustainability and resource efficiency. By emphasizing the reuse of resources to minimize waste and stimulate economic growth, the exhibition will demonstrate a clear dedication to addressing environmental challenges. 

Chinaplas 2025 will feature three thematic zones, namely Recycled Plastics, Bioplastics, and Recycling Technology, covering around 16,000 sqm and gathering leading material suppliers and recycling machine manufacturers which will present their sustainable technologies and solutions, supporting the industry's goals for environmentally friendly development. Live demonstrations of two recycling production lines will unveil advanced equipment technology and high-value utilization solutions within the plastic recycling sector. The sports and leisure industry will also be highlighted at Chinaplas collaborating with renowned sports brands to showcase the innovation and sustainability of plastics and rubber in sports products. The 6th Edition Plastics Recycling & Circular Economy Conference & Showcase in Shenzhen will gather global stakeholders to delve into the latest recycling trends, while, collaborating with the China Packaging Federation, Chinaplas will first introduce the Sustainable Plastics Packaging Networking Forum, connecting industry experts and exploring sustainable packaging solutions worldwide.

At Chinaplas 2025, an extensive range of smart manufacturing solutions and machinery will be unveiled in the Injection Molding Solutions Zone and Injection Molding and Smart Manufacturing Solutions Zone, covering a substantial 53,000 sqm. Leading global companies will demonstrate digitalization, ensuring sustainable growth and competitive advantages in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Chinaplas 2025 will shine a spotlight on a diverse selection of cutting-edge materials and machinery technologies. These include carbon fibre composites tailored for the low-altitude economy, photovoltaic films, high-performance films, food-grade rPET, UV-resistant functional fabrics, lightweight and electrification solutions, and digitalized smart manufacturing solutions. This year, the exhibition will gather 900 registered exhibitors which are recognized as “Professionalization, Refinement, Specialization and Innovation (PRSI)”. It aims to support the innovation of niche companies and advance the initiatives of the Government of the People's Republic of China in enhancing the development of niche enterprises aligned with the principles of "PRSI".

Chinaplas has also introduced new initiatives for a surge of overseas visitors. Collaborating with the Malaysian Plastics Manufacturers Association (MPMA), the organization hosted a New Tech Seminar in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on 16 Jan, to unveil cutting-edge technologies featured at Chinaplas 2025. The new Hosted Overseas Buyer Program is introduced to target key buyers from the electronics, automotive, packaging, and medical sectors, offering exclusive privileges like business matching and networking opportunities at the show, enhancing their overall event experience.