NPE

NPE: The Plastics Show is the premier event for the plastics industry in the Americas, taking place from May 3–7, 2027, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, USA. Operating under the theme "NEXT IS NOW," this triennial exhibition provides a comprehensive global platform for showcasing advancements and fostering innovation across the entire plastics value chain. The show floor is strategically organized into five Technology Zones—Bottle Zone, Recycling & Sustainability Zone, Materials Zone, Manufacturing Services Zone, and Moldmaking Zone—along with a new Sustainability Park, offering immersive experiences.

Exhibitors at NPE present a wide array of solutions, including materials, machinery, automation, tooling, packaging, recycling technologies, extrusion lines, injection molding machines, robotic automation, and auxiliary equipment. These innovations cater to diverse industries such as Automotive, Building & Construction, Consumer Products, Medical, and Packaging. The event is produced and owned by the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS).

NPE attracts a highly influential professional audience, with 71% of attendees influencing or making purchasing decisions (2026) and 59% holding direct purchasing authority (2026). A significant portion, 50%, are in management or C-suite roles (2026), and 32% control budgets of $1 million or higher (2026). Attendees represent unique companies, with 90% representing distinct entities (2026). Concurrent programs, including keynote sessions, Spanish-language programming, and education sessions, are designed to boost ROI, improve safety, and support workforce development.