Digital buyer journeys
What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Event overview
Overview
PLASTEX KAZAKHSTAN 2026 is set to be a pivotal event for the plastics and chemical industries, taking place at the Atakent International Exhibition Centre in Almaty. This exhibition will feature a wide range of innovations, services, and equipment, fostering B2B and B2G dialogues.
The event aims to strengthen business relationships and promote sustainable development in the Central Asian region. PLASTEX KAZAKHSTAN 2026 takes place in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: PLASTEX KAZAKHSTAN 2026 runs from October 21 to 23, 2026 at Atakent International Exhibition Centre, Almaty, Kazakhstan.
- 2Scale and Focus: This exhibition showcases innovations in the plastics and chemical industries, attracting key players from the region.
- 3Organiser: The event is organised by Iteca and ICA Group, with further details available on the official website.
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include industry professionals, suppliers, and decision-makers from the plastics and chemical sectors.
- 5Entry: Registration is available online; check the official site for ticketing details.
Why visit
Attendees will benefit from networking opportunities with industry leaders, access to the latest innovations in plastics and chemicals, and insights into market trends. Attendees include industry professionals, suppliers, and decision-makers from the plastics and chemical sectors.
Why exhibit
Exhibitors will gain visibility among key decision-makers, showcase their products and services to a targeted audience, and enhance their market presence. This exhibition showcases innovations in the plastics and chemical industries, attracting key players from the region. Attendees include industry professionals, suppliers, and decision-makers from the plastics and chemical sectors.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Manufacturers of plastic products
Suppliers of raw materials for plastics
Equipment manufacturers for the chemical industry
Distributors and wholesalers in the plastics sector
Research and development professionals
Government representatives in industry regulation
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Companies producing plastic machinery
Suppliers of polymer materials
Manufacturers of chemical processing equipment
Firms specializing in recycling technologies
Providers of 3D printing solutions
Consultants in the plastics and chemicals sectors
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Polymer raw materials and additives
Machinery for plastic processing
Chemical production equipment
Recycling technologies
3D printing and digital manufacturing solutions
Finished plastic products and components
Location & Facilities
Venue
Atakent International Exhibition Centre
42 Timiryazev Street, Almaty, Kazakhstan
Facilities
Parking
Atakent International Exhibition Centre in Almaty typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Atakent International Exhibition Centre in Almaty typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Atakent International Exhibition Centre for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Event days & opening times
DayOpening hours
October 21 to 23, 2026:10:00 AM – 6:00 PM daily
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Almaty, Kazakhstan
Why it matters
On 2026-10-21 to 2026-10-23, PLASTEX KAZAKHSTAN 2026 in Almaty covering Polymer raw materials and additives, Machinery for plastic processing, Chemical production equipment, Recycling technolo gives packaging buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
Industry trends
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Sustainability in procurement
What sustainability in procurement means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Automation and labour efficiency
What automation and labour efficiency means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Regional supply-chain resilience
What regional supply-chain resilience means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Hybrid engagement models
What hybrid engagement models means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · KZT
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Almaty International Airport
ALA is the primary gateway for the show: international arrivals from Istanbul, Dubai, Moscow, Beijing and Frankfurt feed directly into Almaty. Taxis and ride-hailing pick up outside the terminal; there is no metro or suburban rail link from the airport, so plan road transfer or an airport bus plus city connection
Approx. 20-25 km by road to the Atakent district (estimate, confirm with your transfer provider)
to venue
Approx. 35-45 min off-peak; allow 60 min or more in morning and evening traffic
by car
Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport
NQZ serves the capital, so it is only relevant if your itinerary includes Astana. For a three-day show at Atakent, book into ALA instead
Located in Astana, not Almaty; a domestic flight or very long road transfer is required
to venue
Domestic flight to Almaty plus airport-to-venue transfer; rail or road from Astana takes most of a day
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Best Western Plus Atakent Park Hotel
4-star
Atakent exhibition district30 m from Atakent International Exhibition Centre to venueUSD 150–190 / night
Closest full-service option: breakfast, Wi-Fi, fitness centre, bar and restaurant, paid parking and room service; eco-certified. Book early because show-week inventory at this distance is limited.
Park Dedeman Almaty
4-star
Atakent exhibition district380 m from Atakent International Exhibition Centre to venueUSD 150–190 / night
Five-minute walk to the halls with breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, indoor pool, air conditioning and laundry; a practical choice if you carry sample catalogues or machinery literature.
Interhouse Almaty
2-star
Atakent exhibition districtWalking distance of Atakent International Exhibition Centre to venueUSD 150–202 / night
Budget property captured in the Google Hotels comparison; simple rooms and limited services, but the location removes daily taxi costs to the fairground.
ATAKENT HOSTEL
Hostel / budget
Atakent exhibition district40 m from Atakent International Exhibition Centre to venueUSD 95–122 / night
Cheapest captured bed space at the venue gate, with free Wi-Fi and parking, air conditioning and laundry; rated 4.4 in the Google Hotels capture. Suitable for a single traveller who prefers location over room size.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
taxi
Estimated costApprox. KZT 4,000-7,000 one way (estimate; confirm the meter or app quote before departure)
Best forAlmaty International Airport (ALA) to Atakent International Exhibition Centre
Official airport taxi desks and app-based cars both serve the curb outside arrivals; the run crosses the city, so traffic on Seifullin Avenue can add 20 minutes at peak times.
ride-hailing
Estimated costApprox. KZT 1,200-2,500 per ride (estimate; surge pricing applies at hall closing time)
Best forCentral Almaty (hotel districts) to Atakent International Exhibition Centre
Yandex Go and inDrive are the usual apps; set the pin to the specific hall entrance because the Atakent site has several gates along Timiryazeva Avenue.
city bus
Estimated costApprox. KZT 100-200 per single journey (estimate; pay by Onay card or contactless where accepted)
Best forAlmaty city centre to the Atakent district along Timiryazeva Avenue
Several bus routes run along Timiryazeva Avenue past the fairground; confirm the route number in Yandex Maps on the day and allow extra time at peak hours.
metro plus bus
Estimated costKZT 2-8 typical single public transport journey (confirm before travel)
Best forAlmaty metro (single line) to a central interchange, then bus to Atakent
The metro is a single north-south line and does not reach Atakent directly, so visitors staying downtown combine metro and bus or finish with a short taxi.
airport bus
Estimated costApprox. KZT 200-300 for the airport bus leg, plus a bus or taxi to the venue (estimate; confirm the current fare)
Best forAlmaty International Airport (ALA) to Atakent International Exhibition Centre
The cheapest arrival option but slower with luggage; you will need a transfer in the city centre before reaching the Atakent district.
parking
Estimated costApprox. KZT 1,000-2,000 per day (estimate; confirm the rate at the gate)
Best forAtakent International Exhibition Centre on-site and perimeter parking
The fairground has surface parking around the halls; exhibitors with machinery deliveries should ask the organiser about vehicle access windows before arriving.
taxi
Estimated costApprox. KZT taxi/rideshare from NQZ to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
Best forNursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ) to Atakent International Exhibition Centre
Domestic flight to Almaty plus airport-to-venue transfer; rail or road from Astana takes most of a day; NQZ serves the capital, so it is only relevant if your itinerary includes Astana. For a three-day show at Atakent, book into ALA instead.
Weather
Open-Meteo outlook for Almaty, 21-23 October 2026 (public forecast estimate, confirm before travel): 21 October fog with highs near 17°C and lows near 9°C; 22 October overcast, highs near 17°C and lows near 6°C; 23 October overcast and noticeably colder, highs near 9°C and lows near 2°C. Expect a sharp cool-down on the final day and dress in layers for unheated transfer vehicles and early-morning hall entry.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Kazakhstan's mobile networks (Beeline Kazakhstan, Kcell and Tele2) sell prepaid tourist SIMs, but a local SIM requires passport registration at the operator shop, so allow time on arrival day. Roaming from EU, UK and Gulf operators usually works in Almaty but can be expensive for data; check an eSIM plan before departure. Hotel and cafe Wi-Fi is common, and the venue's own Wi-Fi coverage and any exhibitor network should be confirmed with the organiser before you rely on it for live demos.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Language on the ground
Kazakh and Russian are the working languages in Almaty, and English is limited outside international hotels and younger business contacts. Keep your hotel address and the venue name written in Russian or Kazakh on your phone for taxi drivers.
Money and cards
The currency is the Kazakhstani tenge (KZT). Cards are accepted at hotels and larger restaurants, but taxis, small shops and market stalls often prefer cash; withdraw tenge from a bank ATM rather than relying on currency exchange desks at the airport.
Business etiquette
A firm handshake at the start and end of a meeting is standard, and business cards are exchanged without ceremony. Punctuality is respected, but meetings can begin with a few minutes of relationship-building before technical topics such as machine throughput or resin grades.
Dress for the season
Smart-casual business dress works for the show floor. Late October in Almaty can move from mild afternoons to near-freezing mornings, so a coat and a warm layer under your jacket are more useful than formal thin fabrics.
Tipping and taxis
Restaurant bills often include a service charge; otherwise rounding up by 5-10 percent is normal. For taxis, agree the fare or use the app price rather than negotiating at the curb, and avoid unlicensed cars at the airport.
Registration and passport checks
Hotels register foreign guests with the migration service, so keep your passport handy at check-in and carry a copy on the show floor. Security at Atakent may ask for photo ID alongside your visitor badge.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: ALA
Book into Almaty International Airport (ALA), not Astana, because the fairground is in Almaty and NQZ would add a domestic flight. Direct regional services connect Almaty with Istanbul, Dubai, Moscow, Beijing and Frankfurt on carriers such as Air Astana, Turkish Airlines, flydubai and Aeroflot, but schedules and operators change, so check the airline site for your dates. No airfare was captured in this run, so compare live prices rather than relying on a stored quote, and leave a buffer day before the 21 October opening if you are flying long-haul.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Almaty International Airport (ALA): Approx. 35-45 min off-peak; allow 60 min or more in morning and evening traffic; Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ): Domestic flight to Almaty plus airport-to-venue transfer; rail or road from Astana takes most of a day. Allow road or rail time to Atakent International Exhibition Centre; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Atakent International Exhibition Centre: Atakent exhibition district: Best Western Plus Atakent Park Hotel; Atakent exhibition district: Park Dedeman Almaty; Atakent exhibition district: Interhouse Almaty.
Ride-hail: Yandex Go is the dominant ride-hailing app in Almaty, with inDrive as a cheaper alternative; both show a fixed price before you confirm, which removes the need to negotiate in Russian. At Almaty International Airport, follow signs to the official taxi and app-pickup zone rather than accepting offers inside the terminal. Set the drop-off pin to your specific Atakent hall entrance, as the site is large and drivers may otherwise stop at the main gate on Timiryazeva Avenue.
Public transit: Almaty's metro is a single line running north-south through the city centre, so it does not reach the Atakent fairground directly; visitors staying downtown typically ride the metro to a central stop and finish by bus or short taxi. City buses along Timiryazeva Avenue serve the Atakent district, with fares in the region of KZT 100-200 paid by Onay card or contactless where available. Confirm the current route numbers in Yandex Maps on the day, because diversions and one-way streets are common during events.
Parking: Atakent International Exhibition Centre has surface parking around the halls, generally paid and busiest on the first morning. Arrive 30-45 minutes early if you are driving, follow the marshals' signs for visitor versus exhibitor lots, and confirm the daily rate at the gate rather than assuming a published tariff. Exhibitors with machinery or sample deliveries should arrange vehicle access and unloading windows with the organiser in advance.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: Late October 2026 (show dates 21-23 October)
Temperature: Afternoon highs of about 17°C on 21 and 22 October, dropping to roughly 9°C on 23 October; overnight lows fall from about 9°C to 2°C by the final night.
Seasonality: The forecast capture shows fog on the opening day and overcast skies on 22-23 October rather than heavy rain. Late October marks the shift from Almaty's mild autumn to early winter conditions, with colder air arriving behind the cloud and a noticeable drop on the last show day.
Packing: Pack a warm mid-layer, a proper coat for the final day, and closed shoes that handle damp pavements around the Atakent district. Add gloves or a scarf for early mornings near 2°C, and bring a compact umbrella or water-resistant outer layer even though the capture shows cloud rather than persistent rain.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at PLASTEX KAZAKHSTAN 2026 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Day 14
Check passport validity (six months beyond travel is the safe rule) and confirm Kazakhstan entry rules for your nationality, including e-visa eligibility if you need one.
Day 13
Book flights into Almaty International Airport (ALA) and compare arrival times against the 21-23 October show dates so you land before the first hall day.
Day 12
Reserve a hotel in the Atakent district so you can walk to the fairground; Best Western Plus Atakent Park Hotel and ATAKENT HOSTEL are the closest captured options.
Day 11
Register as a trade visitor via plastex.kz and check whether the organiser requires a company letter or business card at badge collection.
Day 10
Arrange travel insurance that covers Kazakhstan and keep the policy number with your passport copy.
Day 8
Install Yandex Go and Yandex Maps, and download an offline map of the Atakent district in case mobile data is slow on arrival.
Day 6
Tell your bank you are travelling to Kazakhstan and plan how to obtain KZT, either by card withdrawal at an Almaty ATM or a small cash float for taxis.
Day 5
Check the late-October forecast again and pack a warm mid-layer, a coat for the cooler final day and shoes that cope with damp pavements.
Day 4
Print the hotel confirmation, flight itinerary and any visa invitation letter, and store digital copies in your phone and email.
Day 3
Decide between roaming and a local prepaid SIM or eSIM; Kazakhstan operators require passport registration for a local SIM.
Day 2
Confirm your airport-to-hotel transfer, tell the hotel your arrival time and check whether late check-in needs to be arranged.
Day 1
Arrive in Almaty, keep your passport on you, withdraw a small amount of KZT and confirm hall opening hours and badge collection point with the organiser before the first morning.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Atakent International Exhibition Centre
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2PLASTEX KAZAKHSTAN 2026 registration concourse
Atakent International Exhibition Centre
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Atakent International Exhibition Centre
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nightsKZT 190.00
- Per diem × 2KZT 150.00
Estimated totalKZT 340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether PLASTEX KAZAKHSTAN 2026 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For PLASTEX KAZAKHSTAN 2026, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Polymer raw materials and additives and Machinery for plastic processing solutions and benchmarking suppliers at PLASTEX KAZAKHSTAN 2026 in Almaty.
Min. budget
$554.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Polymer raw materials and additives and Machinery for plastic processing products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,493.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Almaty show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
Gallery
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FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
Where is the show held in Almaty?
At Atakent International Exhibition Centre, the fairground referenced across the organiser and hotel captures for this edition (21-23 October 2026).
Which airport should I fly into?
Almaty International Airport (ALA) is the closest gateway to Atakent International Exhibition Centre. Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ) serves Astana, a long domestic transfer away.
Where should I stay near the venue?
Google Hotels lists Best Western Plus Atakent Park Hotel 30 m from the fairground, ATAKENT HOSTEL 40 m and Park Dedeman Almaty 380 m, all within walking distance.
What is the weather like during the show?
Late October in Almaty runs from about 17°C daytime highs on 21-22 October down to around 9°C on 23 October, with overnight lows near 2°C and overcast or foggy skies forecast.
How do I book exhibit space?
Contact the organiser through the official plastex.kz site; captures for this run do not include a stand price list, hall plan or online booking form.
Glossary
- Polymer resin
- The raw thermoplastic or thermoset pellets (PE, PP, PVC, PS, PET, ABS and engineering grades) that exhibitors at a plastics fair quote by grade, melt-flow index and additive package.
- Extrusion
- Continuous shaping of molten polymer through a die to make film, sheet, pipe, profile or cable insulation; extrusion lines and screws are core equipment categories at Plastex.
- Injection moulding
- Cyclic process that fills a closed steel mould with molten polymer to produce finished parts; machine tonnage, cycle time and mould cost are the usual buying criteria discussed on the show floor.
- Blow moulding
- Extrusion or injection blow process for hollow parts such as bottles, jerrycans and containers; relevant to packaging converters visiting the Almaty edition.
- Masterbatch
- Concentrated colour or additive pellets let down into virgin resin; suppliers quote let-down ratio, carrier resin compatibility and food-contact compliance.
- Compound
- Resin blended with fillers, fibres, flame retardants or impact modifiers to reach a specified performance grade; compounders sit between petrochemical suppliers and converters.
- Regranulate (recycled pellet)
- Washed and repelletised post-industrial or post-consumer plastic sold as a secondary raw material; buyers check melt-flow consistency, contamination and odour.
- Film and sheet
- Thin-gauge packaging and agricultural film or thicker thermoformable sheet; both are typical product families shown by Central Asian processors and machinery agents.
- Pipe and profile
- Extruded HDPE, PP-R or PVC products for water, gas and construction; a growth segment in Kazakhstan tied to utility and housing investment.
- Mould and tooling
- The steel or aluminium tool that defines part geometry in injection, blow and thermoforming; tool lead time and maintenance cost are separate line items from machine price.
- Atakent International Exhibition Centre
- The Almaty fairground hosting this edition; the site sits in the Atakent district with hotels within walking distance of the halls.
- ALA
- IATA code for Almaty International Airport, the primary arrival point for visitors flying to the show.
- NQZ
- IATA code for Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport serving Astana; not a local Almaty airport, so a domestic connection is needed.
- KZT
- Kazakhstani tenge, the currency used for venue services, taxis, hotels and meals in Almaty; cards work in hotels but cash helps for taxis and small purchases.
- Visitor badge
- The trade-visitor pass issued after online registration on the organiser site; carry a printed or digital copy plus passport for hall security checks.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- PLASTEX KAZAKHSTAN 2026 Almaty
- PLASTEX KAZAKHSTAN Almaty 2026
- PLASTEX 2026
- PLASTEX Almaty 2026
- Almaty Kazakhstan
- Polymer raw materials and additives
- Machinery for plastic processing
- Chemical production equipment
- Recycling technologies
Digital business cards for the show floor
Display a free company card at your booth, or share your professional card on the show floor.