Exhibitor Space Applications Now Open –

Become an Exhibitor

EXHIBIT AT NPE2027

Want to showcase your work alongside the world’s most forward-thinking plastics companies? NPE2027 is the must-attend event to accelerate your business and connect with high-impact buyers.

Exhibit space applications are OPEN NOW.

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Key Dates

August 12, 2025

Applications Open

Online NPE2027 booth space applications will open to all interested exhibitors. Email communications will be sent from NPE in the months leading up to this date.

December 3, 2025

Application & Deposit Deadline

Deposits and applications received after this date and time may still participate in space selection, but companies will be added to their grouping in the order the deposits are received.

December 16, 2025

Lottery Results Posted

Space Selection Lottery results are posted online, letting potential exhibitors know the date to be present at the in-person Space Selection event.

January 14, 2026

Floor Plans Posted

NPE2027 floor plans are posted online for preparation of space selection options.

March 2–6, 2026

Space Selection & Planning

The in-person Space Selection & Planning event will be held at the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) in Orlando, Florida.

WHY EXHIBIT AT NPE2027?

Next is
Your Opportunity

As the largest plastics materials and manufacturing event in the U.S., NPE2027 brings your innovations front and center across multiple industry verticals.

Your booth is a stage to show the world that Next Is Now.

Next is
GLOBAL REACH

27% of attendees come from outside the U.S., representing over 60% of the world’s countries, with a strong presence from Asia and Latin America.

This is your best chance to reach key global players.

Next is
Buying Power

90% of attendees are buyers, with more than half in management or C-suite roles. 71% influence or make purchasing decisions, and 32% control budgets of $1 million or more.

Get in front of the people who can say “yes” today.

Next is
STRONG SUPPLY CHAINS

From injection molding to automation, resins to robotics, extrusion to recycling, NPE2027 is living proof of the future in action.

Your competitors will be here. The question is: Will you?

In just five days at NPE2027, you’ll build a pipeline that drives growth for years to come. This isn’t just a trade show—it’s your marketplace to connect, lead, and accelerate.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the dates of the next show?

May 3–7, 2027

Where will NPE2027 take place?

At the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) in Orlando, Florida.

Address: 9800 International Drive, Orlando, Florida 32819

www.occc.net

What is the cost per square foot to exhibit?

NPE2027 rates are based on Plastics Industry Association membership status and total booth size.

I submitted the interest form, now what?

Take a look at the NPE2027 Booth Space Application Process for the timeline of events and be on the lookout for an email mid-2025.

How can I learn more about the space application process?

The NPE team has compiled a number of resources on the Space Application Process. Beyond resources on this page, check out our Exhibitor Education resources and consider attending one of the upcoming webinars. More details are available here.