Event Description
ELMIA POLYMER - POWERED BY FAKUMA 2026: The Nordic Hub for Plastics Innovation
Mark your calendars for May 19 - 22, 2026, as Jönköping, Sweden, transforms into the epicenter of the Nordic plastics industry with ELMIA POLYMER - POWERED BY FAKUMA 2026. This landmark event represents a powerful collaboration between Sweden's renowned trade fair organizer, ELMIA, and Germany's globally leading plastics processing exhibition, Fakuma, creating an unparalleled platform for the entire plastics value chain in Northern Europe.
Why Attend?
ELMIA POLYMER, now supercharged by the Fakuma brand and expertise, promises to be the essential meeting point for plastics professionals across the Nordic region and beyond. It offers a unique blend of international expertise and local market focus, addressing the specific needs and opportunities within Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, and the Baltics. Attendees can expect a comprehensive showcase of the latest technologies, materials, and solutions driving efficiency, sustainability, and innovation in plastics manufacturing.
What to Expect:
The exhibition floor will be a bustling hub featuring hundreds of exhibitors presenting cutting-edge machinery, molds, raw materials, components, and auxiliary equipment. Key highlights include:
Machinery & Processing: Injection molding, extrusion, thermoforming, blow molding, and additive manufacturing technologies from leading global and Nordic suppliers.
Materials & Compounds: A vast array of polymers, biopolymers, composites, masterbatches, and additives, emphasizing sustainable and recyclable solutions.
Automation & Digitalization: Industry 4.0 solutions, robotics, quality control systems, and software for optimizing production.
Specialized Zones: Dedicated areas showcasing innovations for specific sectors like medical technology, automotive, packaging, construction, and furniture.
Fakuma Insights: Leverage the renowned expertise of the Fakuma brand through specialized forums, presentations, and potentially joint pavilions featuring German and international exhibitors.
Beyond the Exhibition:
The event goes beyond static displays. A comprehensive conference program will feature industry leaders, technical experts, and innovators discussing critical trends such as circular economy strategies, lightweight design, digital twins, energy-efficient processing, and the future of bioplastics. Networking opportunities abound, fostering valuable connections between suppliers, manufacturers, researchers, and end-users. Special forums and matchmaking services will facilitate targeted B2B discussions.
Who Should Attend?
ELMIA POLYMER - POWERED BY FAKUMA 2026 is indispensable for:
Decision-makers in plastics processing companies (SMEs to large corporations).
Engineers and Technicians seeking new technologies and process improvements.
Purchasing and Sourcing Managers looking for reliable suppliers and innovative materials.
R&D Professionals exploring the latest materials and applications.
Students and Academics connected to the plastics field.
Anyone involved in the design, production, or use of plastic products.
The Jönköping Advantage:
Held at the modern ELMIA Fairgrounds, known for its excellent infrastructure and accessibility, the event provides a professional environment conducive to business. Jönköping's central location in Sweden makes it easily reachable from across the Nordics and Europe.
Conclusion:
ELMIA POLYMER - POWERED BY FAKUMA 2026 is poised to be the definitive plastics event for the Nordic region in 2026. By combining ELMIA's strong local roots and network with Fakuma's international stature and technological breadth, it offers an unparalleled opportunity to discover innovations, source solutions, gain knowledge, and forge critical partnerships that will shape the future of plastics manufacturing in Sweden and beyond. Don't miss this chance to be at the forefront of the industry's evolution. Plan your visit to Jönköping in May 2026!