The thermoplastic composites community convenes in Bremen every two years to present technical advances in materials, processing and applications for lightweight sectors. Ithec 2026 runs on 28 and 29 October at Messe Bremen & ÖVB-Arena and pairs a scientific conference with a targeted exhibition.
What Ithec 2026 brings and its structure
Ithec 2026 is the 8th International Conference focused on thermoplastic composite technologies. The event merges a research-driven program with an exhibition where 40 plus exhibitors display materials, machinery, testing and process solutions. More than 300 participants from over 20 countries are expected to attend the sessions and the show floor.
Venue and schedule essentials
Dates: 28–29 October 2026. Venue: Messe Bremen & ÖVB-Arena, Bremen, Germany. Conference tracks run alongside the exhibition, enabling technical follow-ups between talks and supplier booths.
Types of companies and activities on site
Exhibitors include suppliers of thermoplastic materials, manufacturers of forming and joining equipment, testing laboratories and firms offering integration and recycling solutions. The conference program features oral presentations, poster sessions and industry-led technical panels that facilitate interaction between academia and industry.
Key figures
- Edition: 8th International Conference
- Participants: more than 300
- Exhibitors: 40+
- Geographic reach: representatives from over 20 countries
These metrics reflect the event’s technical scope and international reach.
Commercial prospecting tactics for Ithec 2026
Approach the event with technical objectives tied to measurable outcomes. Pre-select exhibitors working on the material or process you need and prepare datasheets, application notes and a concise technical pitch. For suppliers, schedule 30 to 45 minute technical meetings and prepare demonstration scripts that address real test metrics such as cycle time, mechanical performance and reproducibility.
During the show, prioritize booths presenting live process demonstrations or validated test data. Use poster sessions to source emerging methods and then visit exhibitors with complementary offerings to discuss pilot trials or joint testing.
Making the most of the conference plus exhibition format
The combined format allows immediate validation of commercial proposals against academic findings. Attend presentations relevant to your challenges and then seek vendors on the exhibition floor who can implement or test those approaches. If you are presenting, align your talk or poster with concrete industrial applications to attract supplier interest.
Final note and official link
Ithec 2026 continues to link research outcomes with practical solutions in thermoplastic composites, preserving a technical focus across program and exhibition. Tickets and the event agenda are available at https://ithec.de, where exhibitor participation is also handled.
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