The world’s largest trade fair for plastics and rubber – K2025, taking place from 8–15 October 2025 in Düsseldorf – is set to host more than 3,000 exhibitors from over 150 countries, with an estimated 180,000 visitors. Key themes: circular economy, digitalization, and sustainable materials.

Preparations are in full swing for K2025, the leading global event for the plastics and rubber industries. Scheduled between 8–15 October 2025, the fair will bring together over 3,000 companies presenting the latest innovations in raw materials, recycling technologies, compounding, and processing equipment.

Organizers expect around 180,000 professional visitors, confirming K’s status as the central meeting point for manufacturers, recyclers, converters, and technology providers worldwide.

This year’s edition will focus on three key pillars:

Circular Economy & Recycling Technologies – including advanced mechanical and chemical recycling;

Digitalization & AI Integration – smart manufacturing, predictive maintenance, and traceability;

Sustainable Materials – bio-based and high-performance polymers for energy and mobility applications.

K2025 also emphasizes collaboration between research institutes, startups, and global industry leaders, positioning Düsseldorf once again as the heart of innovation in plastics.