Global Plastics Summit

November 2–4, 2026 · Houston, TX

Plastics at a Crossroads: Balancing Profits, Performance, & Sustainability

The global plastics industry is navigating a period of rapid evolution shaped by economic shifts, energy and feedstock dynamics, regional market realities, and accelerating technological innovation.

At Global Plastics Summit (GPS) 2026, senior leaders and market experts come together to turn these forces into opportunities. The program delivers strategic insight across the full value chain—balancing profitability, performance, sustainability, and the growing role of AI-driven solutions —while expanding its focus on the vinyls market.

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What to Expect at the Global Plastics Summit?

Pre-Summit Workshop

Pre-Summit
Workshop

Kick off GPS 2026 with the “Introduction to the Global Plastics Business and Circularity” workshop—an in-depth overview of the plastics value chain, from feedstocks and production economics to markets and recycling technologies.

Expanded Vinyls Market Coverage

Expanded Vinyls
Market Coverage

New for 2026, the Global Plastics Summit features dedicated sessions exploring the evolving vinyls landscape—market trends, regional dynamics, sustainability pathways, and downstream growth opportunities.

High-Value Networking

High-Value
Networking

Interactive panels, curated networking breaks, and dedicated receptions are designed to foster meaningful connections across the plastics ecosystem—ensuring your participation delivers both valuable insights and enduring professional relationships.

GPS 2026 Key Themes

Leave with practical strategies to master today’s challenges and capitalize on emerging opportunities:

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Regional Market Shifts & Trade Realignment
Understand global supply chain resets, “Made in America” sourcing, tariffs, and evolving competitive positioning.

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Demand Disruption: AI, Investment & New End-Markets
Explore how AI infrastructure, advanced manufacturing, and next-generation applications are reshaping plastics demand.

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Anticipating Industry Trends
Prepare for the impact of consolidation, capacity rationalization, and emerging market shifts.

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Circularity: Mandates vs. Market Reality
Navigate policy pressure, cost challenges, and how to keep circular solutions viable until demand rebounds.

What Our Attendees Are Saying

“Seeing so many industry professionals come together created dynamic, high-quality discussions throughout the event.”
“The agenda struck the right balance between short- and long-term market outlooks. The depth of insight across PE and PP was especially valuable.”
“The right people. The right discussions. The right level of detail.”
“The discussions on global olefin capacity and current tariff dynamics were timely and highly relevant.”
“The content was specific to plastics—not being overly broad like many chemical conferences—which made it far more actionable.”

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