Pressure on polymer circularity and performance is changing procurement and product design in the plastics supply chain. Suppliers and recyclers need technical and commercial answers that balance performance with sustainability.
H2. Focus of the 2026 edition and target audience
Ami Coupounding & Recycling Expo 2026 concentrates on the interface between compounding and recycling. The show runs on 23 and 24 September at Messe Frankfurt and is free to attend for registered industry visitors. The audience profile includes R&D engineers, procurement managers, equipment suppliers and waste management professionals focused on polymer reuse.
H2. Practical information and venue
The event is scheduled for 23–24 September 2026 at Messe Frankfurt. The organizer AMI offers a public floorplan and an exhibitor list on the official site. Registration is free and required for entry. The exhibition structure includes dedicated exhibition space and two theatres for technical sessions.
H2. Program highlights and confirmed speakers
Organizers have released an initial speaker lineup across two theatres. Confirmed names include Henrik Bernquist from Nexam Chemical, Michael Heeran from Invista, and Dr. Aliaksandra Shuliakevich from Plastics Europe. Other representatives announced come from MAAG Group, Hosokawa Alpine, Carbios and 3M. Sessions cover polymer performance, industrial recycling routes and compounding innovations.
H2. Key figures
Exhibitors confirmed 28. The format concentrates the compounding and recycling value chain into two days in Frankfurt.
H2. How to prepare B2B outreach at the show
Map target exhibitors using the online exhibitor list and floorplan and book meetings ahead. Bring technical datasheets and specific application examples to enable rapid technical assessment. Prepare concise questions about material tolerances, regrind sources and additive compatibility. For sourcing discussions collate logistics and total cost data to speed purchase decisions during on-site meetings.
H2. Final note and official link
The event foregrounds practical solutions for improving the performance of recycled polymers and integrating circular inputs. Plan meetings in advance and use the exhibitor tools to focus your two days on qualified leads. Details on registration, exhibitors and the program are at http://events.amiplastics.com/compounding-recycling-expo-eu
