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Collaborate, learn, and do business.

The Plastics Recycling World Expo brings together industry leaders, experts, and enthusiasts from the global plastics recycling industry for two days of networking, knowledge sharing and innovation with the sole purpose to do business.

With your free ticket, you'll gain access to an extensive exhibit showcasing the latest advancements in plastics recycling. Additionally, by accessing the co-located Plastics Extrusion World Expo and Compounding World Expo, you can benefit from the crossover within these industries.

Explore our three focused conference theatres, featuring a dynamic two-day programme filled with technical presentations, seminars, and industry debates. Engage with industry experts, expand your network and stay at the forefront of industry advancements by joining us in Brussels.

"A one-stop shop for recycling industrial trends and technology advancements"

Christian Kohlweyer, Procter&Gamble

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Brussels hosts successful 2024 show

As an 'Alpha city', Brussels is home to the European Headquarters of many international materials and manufacturing companies. It is also the major centre for policymaking on issues such as recycling strategies and chemical regulations. With fantastic transport connections, Brussels is easily accessible from major industrial hubs across Benelux, North Rhine-Westphalia, Northern France and beyond.

Chemical Recycling Zone

The Plastics Recycling World Expo will feature the Chemical Recycling Zone. Chemical recycling is a fast growing and dynamic sector and 50% of past attendees expressed an interest to meet with suppliers and learn about their technologies.

Start-up Zone

Are you a start-up with a new technology, material, or process? Our brand new Start-up zone is the perfect place to showcase your products and services to the recycling industry.

Maximise your time at the co-located show

We know it's important to make the most of your time when attending an expo. That's why the co-located shows will now feature the Plastics Extrusion World Expo and a Polymer Testing Zone to provide visitors with enhanced crossover opportunities and a comprehensive experience within the broader compounding industry.

"Great opportunity to meet with new potential vendors and get a feel for market trends and new tech out there."

Bharath Kolli, Saint-Gobain

"We were constantly having high quality conversations with our customers, as well as meeting new people in the industry."

Alex Nguyen, Sikora

"Great quality show to attend whether you are new to the industry or have attended it before."

Theresa Healy, Reedy Chemical Foam

"It's a great opportunity to see all levels of the supply chain and learn about new and existing innovations in the industry."

Adam Cox, Color Master, Inc.

"Well-attended show where we were able to have multiple meetings with suppliers and customers."

John Jungjohann, Pike Plastics Recycling

"Impressive growth of exhibitors and a good mix of companies. We were thrilled to generate dozens of new business leads."

Steve Torchia, Sasol Chemicals North America

"The tradeshow is a great show and value for the amount spent. I would always encourage people to attend or exhibit there."

Jacob Dahl, Kuhne North America

"Great turnout this year. I was impressed with the growth I saw compared to last year."

David Janus, Shini USA

"Great opportunities for networking and staying up to date with industry trends and needs."

Mariana Correa, Salt and Pepper Technology

"Great targeted expo with nice add on presentations"

James Mitchell, BASF

"Interesting presentations and the presence of key industry players make it an important and successful show."

Arqam Anjum, QolorTech

"A one-stop shop for recycling industrial trends and technology advancements"

Christian Kohlweyer, Procter&Gamble

"Good expo with the correct people on the stands that could provide answers directly instead of just sending answers afterwards"

Kevin Degryse, Berry Alloc

"These are not just visitors who are just coming to do window shopping. These are people who come with aims and objectives and are people with authority."

Ebbo Botwe, GPMA

"For plastics recycling, it is very difficult to find appropriate materials to work it. Just this morning I have found maybe 10 suppliers that could be useful to us."

Jan Puylaertv, EcoPixel

"An efficient way to meet a variety of actors in the world of compounding thermoplastics."

Carla Sottili, Nanocyl

"The Plastic Recycling World Expo was the first major event that we could physically attend since the outbreak of Covid-19. It was great to learn about new market and regulatory trends and to meet experts in the field."

Alexander Enthoven, Kryha

"Well organised and definitely worth visiting. I have learned and seen more than I thought beforehand."

Stephanie Lilje, ALBIS Distribution GmbH & Co.KG

"We like [the show] because it has a high level of expertise. Especially as a manufacturer of plastic regrind, it is a good opportunity to make new contacts and exchange ideas about current market developments."

Max Baumeister, TAE Wertstoffe

"It’s nice to get out and meet our customers again."

Gitte de Sousa, Euro Machinery