Plast 2026 conference programme
The organisers of Plast 2026 have presented the event's conference programme. The agenda covers industrial competitiveness, the circular economy, recycling, processing, regulations and digitalisation.
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KHS focuses on flexible and sustainable packaging
KHS is developing a holistic line strategy for the beverage and food industries, addressing cost pressure, the shortage of skilled workers and growing regulatory requirements. The company emphasizes flexibility, automation and solutions that reduce material consumption.
MAAG Group and Sikora jointly at Plast Milan 2026
At Plast Milan 2026, MAAG Group will present joint solutions with Sikora. The showcase will cover polymer processing, pipe and hose production, as well as melt filtration, inspection and control technologies.
Kraiburg TPE announces participation in Plast 2026
Kraiburg TPE confirms its presence at Plast 2026 in Milan. The company intends to use the event to present the full scope of its product and service portfolio, with particular emphasis on sustainability and recycling.
Henkel modernizes Packaging Competence Center
Henkel Adhesive Technologies has inaugurated its modernized Packaging Competence Center in Düsseldorf. The facility is intended to enable testing of adhesive and coating solutions under conditions matching modern industrial production.
Ita Polymers, an Italian network of eight companies for the plastics industry
Eight Italian companies have formed the Ita Polymers network, combining expertise in additives, flame retardants, masterbatches, compounds, thermoplastic elastomers and plastic waste recycling. Under a shared brand, the companies retain their organisational and technological independence.
Plastpol 2026 to showcase the direction of change in plastics
The anniversary edition of Plastpol, to be held on 19-22 May 2026 in Kielce, will focus on production digitalisation, recycling, energy efficiency and new materials. The event will be accompanied by debates and presentations on the competitiveness of the European plastics industry.
Hascotalks 2026 on transformation in the plastics industry
At Hascotalks 2026, speakers discussed the practical aspects of transformation in the German plastics industry. The discussion focused on adaptability, corporate culture, leadership and new business models.
Kiefel presents a new barrier solution for fibre-based packaging
Kiefel is presenting a new double-dip wet molding process for natural fiber packaging. The solution is designed to provide a grease and oil barrier without an additional plastic coating.
PCI Days trade fair coming soon – register free
In one month, the pharmaceutical, cosmetics and dietary supplements industries will meet again in Warsaw for the 7th edition of PCI Days, to be held on 16–18 June 2026 at EXPO XXI.
Sumitomo Demag confirms participation in Fakuma 2026
Sumitomo Demag has announced its participation in Fakuma 2026. At a joint stand with partners, the company will present two fully electric IntElect injection moulding machines for consumer and packaging applications.
Chinaplas 2026, PiFA strengthens its presence in Asia
At Chinaplas 2026 in Shanghai, the PiFA association expanded its presence in Asia and highlighted the importance of a fact-based debate on plastics. The event also showed the rapid pace of implementation of automation, AI, and circular economy solutions.
