Interplas 2029 | UK Birmingham Plastics Exhibition
Sep 15, 2026
Key Information
Exhibition Dates: June 5–7, 2029
Venue: United Kingdom – Birmingham – NEC Birmingham (National Exhibition Centre)
Organizer: Rapid News Communications Group
Frequency: Every three years (Triennial)
Exhibition Area: 20,000 sqm
Visitors: 12,000
Number of Exhibitors & Brands: 500
Exhibition Introduction
Interplas is one of the largest and longest-established professional exhibitions for the plastics industry in the United Kingdom, and an important exchange platform for the plastics industries of the UK and Ireland. With a history of more than 75 years, the event is dedicated to showcasing the latest technologies, innovative materials and production solutions in plastics manufacturing, and is regarded by the industry as a key window for understanding UK plastics industry trends and expanding business cooperation.
Interplas is typically held at the NEC Birmingham in the United Kingdom, bringing together plastics processors, equipment manufacturers, material suppliers, engineering and technical personnel, buyers and industry experts from around the world. Its exhibits span a wide range of fields, including plastics processing machinery, injection molding equipment, extrusion technology, automation and robotics systems, molds and components, plastic raw materials, biodegradable materials, recycling technology, circular economy solutions and smart manufacturing technologies.
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As a major event for the UK plastics industry, Interplas is not only a product showcase platform but also an important channel for companies to conduct technical exchange, launch new products and expand markets. During the exhibition, industry forums, technical presentations, live equipment demonstrations and business matchmaking activities are typically held, focusing on the current development directions of the plastics industry, including sustainability, plastics recycling, digital manufacturing, energy efficiency improvement and advanced material applications.
Interplas attracts numerous internationally renowned companies, providing exhibitors and professional visitors with opportunities to gain in-depth understanding of the European plastics market, find partners and establish business connections. For Chinese plastics machinery companies, plastics product manufacturers, raw material companies and related supply chain enterprises, participating in Interplas helps to explore the UK and European markets, enhance brand influence and understand local customers' demand for environmentally friendly, efficient and intelligent plastics manufacturing technologies. Overall, Interplas in Birmingham is an important bridge connecting the UK plastics industry with the international market and, with its professionalism, international reach and industry influence, has become one of the representative professional exhibitions in the global plastics manufacturing sector.
Exhibition Scope
Plastics Processing Machinery & Equipment: Injection molding machines, extruders, blow molding machines, thermoforming equipment, calendering equipment, composite molding equipment and other plastics processing production lines.
Molds & Related Supporting Products: Plastic molds, precision mold processing technology, mold components, hot runner systems, mold design software and manufacturing solutions, etc.
Plastic Raw Materials & New Materials: General-purpose plastics, engineering plastics, modified plastics, bio-based materials, degradable materials, composites and various functional additives, etc.
Automation, Robotics & Smart Manufacturing Technology: Industrial robots, manipulators, automated production lines, visual inspection systems, intelligent control software, digital factory solutions, etc.
Plastics Recycling & Circular Utilization Technology: Plastics recycling equipment, waste processing systems, recycled plastics processing technology, circular economy solutions and eco-friendly production technologies.
Auxiliary Equipment & Testing Technology: Dryers, mixers, conveying equipment, cooling systems, metering equipment, quality inspection instruments, laboratory testing equipment and surface treatment technologies, etc.
Software & Services: Production management software, industrial internet systems, CAD/CAM design software, quality control systems, contract manufacturing services and technology consulting services related to the plastics industry, etc.








