Interplas Insights Conference 2026 Calls for Papers
Interplas 2026, taking place at the NEC Birmingham from 2nd-4th June, the three-day Interplas Insights Conference will run at the heart of the show within hall 10. It will address everything from sustainability to circular economy and digitalisation, through to policy, regulation and supply chains’ collaborations. Interplas wants to know what the future of the plastics industry looks like to industry leaders, innovators and experts.
Key Dates
• Submission deadline: 15th January 2026
• Confirmation email: 31st March 2026
The Programme
The high-quality programme will comprise approximately 20-minute-long R&D presentations, technical case studies and in-depth panel discussions, steering away from promotional talks or sales pitches. Interplas is welcoming the following submissions; this list is by all means non-exhaustive, but a general guideline to get you on the right path.
- Sustainability & Circular Economy
- Plastics pollution & Climate protection
- Digitalisation & AI
- Robotics & Automation
- Industry 4.0 & Industry 5.0
- 3D printing in plastics
- Policy, regulations & compliance
- Government’s industrial strategy and industry alignment
- Supply chains’ collaborations
- Renewable Energy
- Sorting & Waste Management
- Energy efficiency & carbon footprint
- Materials development & New technology
- Recycling innovations
- Skills & Training
- Diversity & Inclusion
- The future of the UK plastics industry
How to Apply
Got a brilliant idea? Applying is easy – all you need to know is in the link below, but be aware of the requirements: https://interplasuk.com/newfront/page/conference
- Submit a snappy, straightforward presentation title.
- Include the abstract (max 200 words).
- Add a speaker biography (max 100 words).
- Attach a high-resolution headshot
You can also email giulia.daniele@rapidnews.com with the above information.
Speaker Benefits
- A complimentary VIP conference and exhibition pass, including access to the VIP lounge.
- Promotion as an official speaker on relevant marketing materials across Rapid News Group Media and other industry titles.
- Unique opportunity to share market knowledge and start new discussions with stakeholders.
- Networking opportunities with over 500+ exhibitors and 12,000 attendees, including fellow speakers.
NOTE: Speakers are responsible for arranging their own hotel and travel arrangements. Interplas does not pay speakers to participate in the conference programme or to travel to the event.
Review Process
Interplas strives to deliver one of the most transparent speaker selection processes in the industry. The best submissions demonstrate that the speaker is a catalyst for innovation and change.
Interplas make selections based on the following:
- Consise objectives with actionable takeaways for attendees.
- A unique take on the latest trends in technology that will inspire and educate.
- A diverse voice and point of view.
- Visible engagement, mobilisation, and enthusiasm on the topic.
The Interplas Advisory Board guides Rapid News Group on the strategic direction conference programme, speaker recommendations and content themes, and provides insights into the community. Speakers for 2023 were independently selected based on their area of expertise.
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