产业新闻 - 2026

Day 2 of CHINAPLAS 2026 was less a product showcase and more a strategic realignment signal for anyone sourcing plastics machinery, materials, or integrated solutions in Asia. PRM distills the day into three takeaways directly relevant to global buyers, OEMs, converters, and brand owners evaluating their Asian supply chain strategy:

At the CHINAPLAS 2026 Media Day held at the Pullman Shanghai South Hotel on April 19–20, two of the industry's most-watched players — Chinese conglomerate Chambroad Holding Group and German specialty chemicals giant Evonik — laid out their 2026 strategies. On the surface, they are competitors from opposite ends of the world. But listen closely to what they actually presented, and a different story emerges: the value core of Asia's polymer supply chain is shifting from commodity production to high-performance specialty applications — and for the first time, much of that specialty capacity is being built in Asia itself.

进入 2026 年，全球塑料市场的基本面依然强劲，预计将以 4.4% 的复合年增长率持续扩张，至 2033 年达到 1,361.25 亿美元。然而，采购环境的复杂度却前所未见。全球买主正处于欧洲智库所称的“第二次中国冲击”之中。随着中国正式取代德国成为全球最大的机床出口国，传统上认为“欧洲设备等同于最高技术标准”的刻板印象已被打破，竞争格局已经发生了根本性的重塑。此外，中国的「第 15 个五年计划」（2026-2030）已将政策转向严格的绝对排放总量上限控制，使得碳足迹透明度成为市场准入的关键要求。再加上地缘政治摩擦——例如严苛的“中国钢铁红线”规定，若设备含有中国钢材，在特定市场恐将面临高达 25% 至 50% 的惩罚性关税——如今采购一台机器，需要进行深度的供应链溯源审计。走在 CHINAPLAS 2026 庞大的展馆里，已不再只是对体力的考验，这是一座充满高风险的战略迷宫。

We are excited to share a significant update for Arabplast 2027—the region’s leading exhibition for the plastics, recycling, packaging, petrochemicals, and rubber industry. In response to evolving industry demands and global sustainability goals, Arabplast 2027 is expanding its scope with the introduction of two dynamic segments: A dedicated platform highlighting the latest advancements in plastic recycling technologies, circular economy solutions, waste management systems, and sustainable innovations. This segment will connect industry leaders, solution providers, and stakeholders driving the future of eco-friendly plastics.

Organized by the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) and the Taiwan Association of Machinery Industry (TAMI), the "Taipei International Plastics and Rubber Industry Show (TaipeiPLAS)" will be held from September 15 to 19, 2026, at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, Hall 1. Online pre-registration for visitors is now open, inviting domestic and international professionals to seize opportunities in industry upgrades and market development. This year's exhibition theme, "Form to Future," focuses on three major pillars: "Smart Manufacturing," "Innovative Materials," and "Sustainability & Circularity," showcasing the latest advancements in process upgrading and application expansion within the plastic and rubber industries.

Syensqo introduces CYASORB® CYASTAB™ M5652 light stabilizer, a breakthrough solution designed to boost durability and appearance in rotomolding applications. This compacted UV stabilizer delivers twice the weathering and color stability of standard options, providing robust UV protection, enhanced safety, and food contact approval. Manufactured at Syensqo’s Zhenjiang plant, CYASORB® CYASTAB™ M5652 strengthens supply reliability and enables a more responsive supply chain for customers across the Asia Pacific region.

For Thailand, manufacturing remains a cornerstone of its economy, accounting for 25% of GDP and employing 6.2 million people or 16% of the total workforce. However, challenges from the global economy and intense competition in recent years mean manufacturing professionals need to step up their game through up-to-date tools and machinery, as well as knowledge that keep their competitive advantages sharp. 

As China embarks on the first year of its “15th Five-Year Plan,” a dynamic blueprint for innovation and high-quality development in the plastics and rubber industries is set to unfold at CHINAPLAS 2026. “The Recommendations of the 15th Five-Year Plan” emphasizes cultivating emerging and future industries, expanding high-level openness, and advancing intelligent, green, and integrated development. 

Guangzhou, 11 March 2026. SPS – Smart Production Solutions Guangzhou 2026, South China’s leading trade fair for smart manufacturing technology and equipment, concluded its 2026 edition on 6 March at the China Import and Export Fair Complex in Guangzhou. Co-located with Guangzhou Industrial Technology and Asiamold Select – Guangzhou, the three fairs collectively covered the manufacturing sector from components through to system integration, connecting domestic and international participants across the supply chain. Notably, the platform welcomed visitors from 91 overseas countries and regions, with overall international attendance up 20% over the previous edition.