Plastics Recycling Show Asia Announces New Shanghai Location for 2026

In response to exhibitor and visitor feedback - and to further expand the event’s regional reach - the organisers of the Plastics Recycling Show Asia (PRS Asia) are delighted to announce that the 2026 edition will take place at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Centre, Shanghai, China from 3–5 November 2026.

PRS Asia 2026 marks an exciting new chapter for the show, which has already established itself as the region’s leading exhibition and conference dedicated exclusively to plastics recycling. The move to Shanghai, one of Asia’s most dynamic industrial and innovation hubs, will enable even broader participation from key players in the plastics recycling sector across China and South East Asia.

“We’ve received an overwhelmingly positive response to PRS Asia since its launch, and feedback from exhibitors and stakeholders made it clear there is a strong appetite to bring the event to China for 2026,” said Matt Barber, Global Events Director at Crain Communications. “By bringing PRS Asia to Shanghai, we aim to build on the success of our Singapore edition and continue to grow the event’s reach and impact.”

Winnie Song, Exhibition Director at Min Metals adds "Asia, particularly China, represents a growing market for the plastic recycling industry. With the Chinese government's increasing focus on the circular economy, the sector holds significant growth potential. The exhibition aims to facilitate global enterprises' entry into the Chinese market."

Organised by Crain Communications and Min Metals and supported by Plastics Recyclers Europe (PRE) and the China Polyurethane Industry Association (CPUIA), PRS Asia brings together professionals from every part of the plastics recycling value chain – from machinery and equipment suppliers to recyclers, raw material suppliers, brand owners, government representatives and NGOs. The free-to-attend exhibition and conference provide a platform to showcase innovation, share best practice, connect with industry leaders and explore new business opportunities in plastics recycling. PRS events are held around the globe in Europe (Amsterdam), Middle East & Africa (Dubai) and India (Mumbai).

More information, including conference details and visitor registration, will be announced in the coming months.

Plastics Recycling Show Events Calendar

• Plastics Recycling Show Middle East & Africa, Dubai: 15–17 September 2025

• Plastics Recycling Show India, Mumbai: 13–15 November 2025

• Plastics Recycling Show Europe, Amsterdam: 5–6 May 2026

• Plastics Recycling Show Asia, Shanghai: 3–5 November 2026