CHINAPLAS 2024 stages great comeback in Shanghai after six years
CHINAPLAS 2024 announced its great comeback at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) in Hongqiao, Shanghai, China, from April 23-26, 2024.
The National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) in Shanghai, China.
Expanded area, more exhibitors and more things to see
In response to the rising exhibiting demand from the plastics and rubber industries, the exhibition area will increase by over 11% compared with the show in 2018 at the same venue in Shanghai.
Occupying all 15 exhibition halls of the NECC with a total exhibition area of over 380,000 square meters, the organizing show is ready to receive more than 4,000 exhibitors from around the world.
Floorplan of CHINAPLAS 2024.
With the expansion of CHINAPLAS 2024, it is expected to have a more diverse range of exhibits in the fairground, as well as exhibitors. State-owned enterprises and private companies in China, including “Professionalization, Refinement, Specialization and Innovation (PRSI)” enterprises and “Little Giant” companies, will join the show.
As Asia’s no. 1 plastics and rubber trade fair, CHINAPLAS will dedicate to promote the high-end, intelligent and green development of the industry.
Aiming on “reserving booths, showcasing capabilities, capturing business opportunities, and building brand awareness”, the exhibitors will present advanced and environmentally friendly solutions, as well as intelligent manufacturing technologies for the exploration of innovation, skill enhancement, efficiency improvement, and rapid response to market demands.
“In 2023, CHINAPLAS has reached a new record high in terms of exhibition area and no. of visitors, giving us great confidence and determination. With the accumulated market demands and expectations for the show, returning to Shanghai means a fresh start and brand-new journey to us,” said Ada Leung, General Manager of Adsale Exhibition Services, organizer of CHINAPLAS.
CHINAPLAS 2023 in Shenzhen reached new record high in terms of exhibition area and no. of visitors.
Increasing global trade and investment
Overseas companies continue to expand their business and investment in China, with a total of USD 116 billion from Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), from January to August 2023.
The accelerated improvement in the quality and efficiency of foreign trade, the continuous upgrading of industries and the influence of “Made in China” reinforce the growth of global trade and investment in China. These trends also push the demand for plastics and rubber solutions.
As one of the fundamental manufacturing industries, the plastics and rubber industries are widely applied, and various end-user industries are eagerly sourcing innovative plastics and rubber materials, as well as adopt cutting-edge machinery technology solutions.
The global buyer team of the show organizer has received positive feedback during their visits to overseas markets. A number of business associations and companies from various countries and regions have expressed their anticipation and support for CHINAPLAS 2024, and have started organizing delegations to join this annual mega event.
Global buyer team of the show organizer has received positive feedback during their visits to overseas markets.
More opportunities in China’s market
In recent years, China’s manufacturing industry has been striving for high-quality development, high value-added and smart manufacturing.
Among them, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology in China has released robust growth plans for ten key industries, including chemicals, building materials, automobiles, light industry, and electronic information manufacturing industry.
They promote the application of innovative products such as new energy vehicles, smart home appliances, green building materials in rural areas, high-end medical equipment, and robotics.
Shanghai, holding for CHINAPLAS 2024, has released a three‑year (2023-2025) action plan to promote the high‑quality development of the city’s manufacturing industries, and strengthen of the manufacturing industry's role in supporting the overall economic development of the city.
"This year, during our communications with plastics and rubber suppliers, we evidently felt that both overseas and local companies have vast confidence in the Chinese market and are very optimistic about exploring business opportunities in China,” commented Leung.
