3 Reasons to Exhibit at NPE2027

As the largest plastics materials and manufacturing event in the Americas, NPE2027 brings together the buyers, decision-makers, and innovators who shape what’s next. If you want your company to stand out, this is where it happens. 

Your booth becomes the place where you show the industry that Next Is Now. 

And if you’ve been waiting for the right moment to invest in your growth and become an exhibitor, this is it. 

Still on the fence? Here are three reasons to exhibit: 

1. Do a Year’s Worth of Business in One Week

Skip the cold calls. Spend five days where buyers come ready to make decisions. 

Exhibiting at NPE2027 gives you direct access to high-intent prospects from around the world. Few other marketing efforts can match the qualified leads and measurable results this show delivers.

In just five days, you can build a pipeline that fuels growth for years.  

Who you’ll meet at NPE2027: 

• - 90% of buyers come ready to do business, not just browse 

• - Over 50% hold management or C-suite roles 

• - Nearly 75% percent influence or make purchasing decisions 

• - Almost 60% percent plan to make a purchase within a year 

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Proof from NPE2024: 

• - 95% of exhibitors who set a lead goal achieved it 

• - 65% of buyers were first-time attendees, creating a steady flow of new opportunities for exhibitors 

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2. Experience the Global Plastics Supply Chain in One Place 

NPE2027 brings the full plastics ecosystem together on one massive show floor. Materials, machinery, automation, tooling, packaging, and recycling all connect in a single marketplace where solutions can be seen and compared in real time. 

It’s also where global perspectives converge. Nearly 27% of attendees come from outside the United States, representing 130 countries. Their presence expands your access to new markets, partnerships, and business opportunities. 

To make the most of the scale, five Technology Zones help buyers find exactly what they need: 

Technology Zones:

• - Bottles: High-efficiency packaging technologies for brand owners and packaging teams 

• - Manufacturing: Robotics, automation, and smart-factory systems transforming production 

• - Materials: Next-generation polymers for performance and sustainability 

• - Moldmaking: Precision tooling and process innovations that improve speed and quality 

• - Recycling & Sustainability: Circular systems and lower-impact production solutions 

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3. Don’t Get Left Behind 

What does “Next Is Now” really mean? It means the future is already taking shape – and you need to be part of it.

If you want a voice in the conversations defining the future, you have to be in the room where they happen.  

Over 51,000 professionals will come ready to test, compare, and buy solutions they can put to work today. These are high-intent conversations happening fast. If you're not there, those opportunities go to someone else. 

Exhibiting at NPE2027 places your company at the center of the conversations shaping plastics today. This is where visibility grows, leadership stands out, and new ideas move quickly from concept to reality. 

Ready to Lead the Industry? 

Next Is Now, and your company belongs at the center of it. 

In May 2027, the plastics industry will gather for five days of business, innovation, and connection at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando. NPE2027 gives you the platform to showcase your solutions, reach high-intent buyers, and strengthen your position in a fast-moving global market. And with Exhibitor Incentives designed to boost your visibility and reduce costs, it’s even easier to maximize your return.  

Exhibitor Incentives 

• - Early-bird booth rates that reduce upfront costs 

• - Priority booth selection for top locations 

• - Featured visibility in NPE2027 marketing channels 

• - Access to digital tools that promote your presence before the show 

• - Complimentary resources that help drive traffic and increase ROI 

• - Exclusive discounts, and more 

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Apply Now 

Exhibit Space Application Timeline 

• - Applications open: December 3, 2025 

• - Application and deposit due: December 16, 2025 

• - Lottery results announced: January 14, 2026 

- Space Selection event: March 2-6, 2026 

Submitting early ensures you are eligible for Space Selection and helps you secure a high-traffic location that maximizes visibility and engagement. The best opportunities go fast, apply today.