12th Polymer Forum Impresses with Record Participation and Strong Momentum for the Future of the Circular Economy

09.07.2026

Aschaffenburg – Under the guiding theme “Close the Loop – Resources in the Circular Economy,” the Stadthalle Aschaffenburg became the central meeting place for the plastics and polymer industry during the 12th Polymer Forum.

Aschaffenburg – Under the guiding theme “Close the Loop – Resources in the Circular Economy,” the Stadthalle Aschaffenburg became the central meeting place for the plastics and polymer industry at the 12th Polymer Forum. With around 500 participants, the event received an outstanding response and impressively reaffirmed its importance as a leading platform for innovation, knowledge transfer, and networking.

This year’s motto placed the efficient use of resources, innovative recycling solutions, and the further development of a functioning circular economy at the center of discussions. Representatives from industry, science, and business addressed current challenges and opportunities across the entire value chain and demonstrated how closed material cycles can be implemented even more successfully in the future.

The special atmosphere of the forum was evident as soon as attendees entered the fully occupied Stadthalle. Experts, decision-makers, and industry specialists used the opportunity for in-depth exchange on current developments, technological innovations, and sustainable future strategies for the polymer industry.

The high number of participants, the quality of the expert presentations, as well as the numerous discussions and encounters impressively confirmed the relevance of the Polymer Forum as one of the industry's most important networking and knowledge platforms. The event therefore sent a strong signal for innovation, sustainability, and the joint advancement of a future-oriented circular economy.

Special thanks go to all speakers, partners, exhibitors, as well as the many visitors whose commitment, expertise, and enthusiasm made a significant contribution to the success of this industry event.

The 12th Polymer Forum once again demonstrated that the future of the plastics and polymer industry lies in intelligent, sustainable, and economically viable circular solutions. Open dialogue between business, research, and industry will continue to be a key success factor in the transformation toward a resource-efficient and competitive future.