More Than 50,000 Registrants Attended NPE2024
All last week, the plastics community was brought together to learn, network and hear about several new announcements.
Source | MMT
NPE2024 – The Plastics Show, one of the largest plastics trade show in the Americas, received a turnout of more than 50,000 attendees. The event, which ran last week from May 6-10 in Orlando, Florida, attracts thousands of attendees across the globe, displaying the continued strength and innovation of the plastics industry.
“The energy and excitement at NPE2024 were truly palpable,” says Matt Seaholm, PLASTICS CEO. “From established industry giants to groundbreaking startups, this show is a testament to the unwavering spirit and ingenuity of the plastics community. We can’t wait to see how this next generation of the plastics workforce will use these resources and connections to foster the future of the industry.”
NPE2024 featured an expansive show floor, highlighting the latest advancements in plastics materials, machinery and technology. Attendees networked with industry leaders, attended educational sessions and explored new solutions to meet the growing demand for sustainable and innovative plastic applications.
In addition, at the show, the Mold Technologies Division of SPE announced 2024 Award Recipients, and MoldMaking Technology disclosed this year’s 2024 Leadtime Leader winner.
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