Utech Europe 2027: More Than 200 Exhibitors and Expanded Conference Programme

Visitor registration has opened for Utech Europe 2027, the international polyurethane trade fair taking place from 20 to 22 April 2027 at the MECC exhibition and convention centre in Maastricht, the Netherlands. The three-day event, combining an exhibition and technical conference, will mark the 90th anniversary of the polyurethane industry. It is organised by the Global Polymer Group of media company Crain Communications in cooperation with the trade publication "Urethanes Technology International".

More Than 200 Exhibitors Announced
According to the organiser, more than 200 companies have already confirmed their participation as exhibitors. These include BASF, Covestro, Evonik, Huntsman, Lanxess, Repsol and Wanhua BorsodChem, as well as machinery manufacturer Cannon and polyurethane systems supplier Plixxent. Plant and equipment manufacturers, systems houses, technical consultancies and testing laboratories will also be represented.

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Conference to Cover Recycling, Raw Materials and Processing Technologies
The three-day conference programme will address market developments, regulatory requirements, product stewardship, the circular economy and recycling. Other topics include renewable raw materials and new chemical processes, flexible and rigid foam systems, fire performance and advanced formulations. The programme will also cover elastomers, emerging polymer technologies, digitalisation, automation, machinery and processing technologies.

A new feature is the "PU Surgery" advisory format. Experts from the industry associations Isopa, Europur, Euro-Moulders and PU Europe will be available to answer questions on chemicals legislation, the REACH Regulation, diisocyanate training, occupational safety and product stewardship, as well as foam recycling and life cycle assessment. On the opening day, 20 April, Isopa will also hold a free information session at 8 a.m. on the safe handling of diisocyanates and the associated training and legal requirements.

Student Programme and Registration Conditions
With "Utech Europe: Next Generation", the organiser is introducing a programme for students. A guided tour of selected exhibitors will provide insights into applications, technologies and career opportunities. Participants will also have access to relevant conference presentations and opportunities to speak with industry representatives. Eligible bachelor's and master's students, as well as full-time doctoral students, will be offered free conference tickets upon presentation of appropriate proof of status. Eligible university and research staff will receive discounted tickets.

Registration to visit the exhibition will remain free of charge until 20 March 2027, after which a fee of EUR 50 will apply. The early-bird rate for the three-day conference is EUR 1,185 plus VAT until the same deadline, representing savings of up to EUR 314 plus VAT compared with the regular rate. One-day and two-day conference tickets are also available.

The submission deadline for the "Utech Europe Awards 2027", which recognise achievements in areas including material development, processing, sustainability and digitalisation, is 1 December 2026.

Register Now for Utech Europe 2027
Visitors and conference delegates can register now via the official Utech Europe website. Register by 20 March 2027 to secure free admission to the exhibition and take advantage of early-bird conference rates.

More information: www.utecheurope.eu, www.utech-polyurethane.com

Urethanes Technology International - Crain Communications Inc, Detroit, MI, USA

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