Dates

    9 Nov 2026

    City / country

    Moscow, Russia

    Venue

    Timiryazev Engineering Center

    Time

    10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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    Event overview

    Overview

    The PLASTICS INDUSTRY SHOW 2026 will take place on November 9, 2026, at the Timiryazev Engineering Center in Moscow.

    This event is a key platform for the chemical industry, showcasing innovations and fostering connections among industry professionals.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Date: November 9, 2026
    2. 2Location: Timiryazev Engineering Center, Moscow
    3. 3Expected attendance: 16,000+ visitors
    4. 4Exhibitors: 520 companies from 8 countries
    5. 5Industry focus: Chemical and plastics sectors

    Why visit

    Visitors will gain insights into cutting-edge technologies, network with key industry players, and discover new products and solutions tailored to their needs.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibitors will benefit from increased visibility, direct access to potential clients, and opportunities to showcase their latest innovations to a targeted audience. The PLASTICS INDUSTRY SHOW is crucial for industry professionals to explore the latest trends and technologies in the chemical sector. It serves as a meeting point for suppliers and consumers, enhancing collaboration and innovation.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Chemical industry professionals
    Manufacturers of plastic products
    Suppliers of raw materials
    Research and development specialists
    Government representatives
    Students and academics in related fields

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Manufacturers of plastics and polymers
    Suppliers of chemical raw materials
    Equipment manufacturers for the chemical industry
    Research institutions and laboratories
    Consulting firms in chemical engineering
    Trade associations and industry groups

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Raw materials for chemical production
    Analytical and laboratory equipment
    Polymer materials and additives
    Chemical processing equipment
    Environmental protection technologies
    Innovative solutions for the chemical industry

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

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    Halls & areas

    3
    Vavilov HallChayanov HallNemchinov Hall

    Timiryazev Engineering Center

    Vverhnyaya Alley, 6, building 1, Moscow, Russia

    Entrances & gates

    Main Entrance

    Vavilov HallChayanov HallNemchinov Hall

    Floor plans & maps

    Official venue page

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    Event days & opening times

    DayOpening hours
    November 9:10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    Register

    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    Expocentre JSC (АО «ЭКСПОЦЕНТР»)

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    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    This edition

    2026

    Visitors: 16,000

    Next edition

    Not announced yet

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    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    The PLASTICS INDUSTRY SHOW 2026 will take place on November 9, 2026, at the Timiryazev Engineering Center in Moscow. This event is a key platform for the chemical industry, showcasing innovations and fostering connections among industry professionals. The PLASTICS INDUSTRY SHOW is crucial for industry professionals to explore the latest trends and technologies in the chemical sector. It serves as a meeting point for suppliers and consumers, enhancing collaboration and innovation. Join.

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    Exhibitors will benefit from increased visibility, direct access to potential clients, and opportunities to showcase their latest innovations to a targeted audience. The PLASTICS INDUSTRY SHOW is crucial for industry professionals to explore the latest trends and technologies in the chemical sector. It serves as a meeting point for suppliers and consumers, enhancing collaboration and innovation. Exhibitor categories include Manufacturers of plastics and polymers, Suppliers of chemical raw materials, Equipment.

    Intelligence

    Market context

    Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

    Moscow, Russia (Timiryazevsky district venue) — the country's petrochemical, polymer processing and packaging hub and the main gateway to CIS plastics demand.

    Why it matters

    Russia remains a large polymer producer and consumer, and the reorientation of its supply chains since 2022 has created real openings for machinery, additives and recycling technology from China, Turkey, India and the Middle East. With most Western OEMs absent, the show is one of the few places where Russian and CIS processors, compounders and packaging producers meet equipment suppliers and distributors face to face — making it a high-leverage single-day stop for anyone with Russia/CIS exposure or seeking a local partner.

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

    01

    Import substitution and domestic polymer capacity

    Continued investment in Russian petrochemical and polymer capacity (SIBUR and regional projects) sustains demand for compounding, extrusion and converting equipment despite restricted access to Western technology.

    02

    Reorientation toward Asian and regional suppliers

    Chinese, Turkish, Indian and Iranian machinery and material suppliers have replaced much of the former European footprint, changing service models, payment routes and spare-parts strategies for Russian processors.

    03

    Recycling and EPR-driven circularity

    Russia's extended producer responsibility reform and recycled-content targets are pushing packaging producers toward sorting, washing and recyclate compounding lines — a fast-growing exhibitor category.

    04

    Automation and digitalisation on the shop floor

    Processors are investing in controls, robotics, MES and energy-optimisation retrofits to offset labour shortages and improve yield on existing lines.

    05

    Packaging and agro-industrial demand

    Food, agricultural and e-commerce packaging growth keeps film, rigid and flexible conversion capacity running, supporting demand for extruders, thermoforming and printing equipment.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · USD

    Arrival airports

    Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

    Hotel tiers

    A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

    Budget
    Outer Moscow along the Metro Line 9 corridor (Izmailovo / VDNKh / Timiryazevsky district), 15–35 min by metro or taxi to the venue

    USD 40–85 / night

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    Mid-range
    Central Moscow on Metro Line 9 (Trubnaya, Chekhovskaya, Tsvetnoy Bulvar) or the Timiryazevsky district — direct metro line to Timiryazevskaya station

    USD 90–180 / night

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    Premium
    Central Moscow (Tverskaya / Teatralny Proyezd / Neglinnaya), 25–45 min by taxi to the venue depending on traffic

    USD 240–450 / night

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    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    taxi

    Estimated costUSD 35–75 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forSheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) to Timiryazev Engineering Center

    taxi

    Estimated costUSD 35–75 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forDomodedovo International Airport (DME) to Timiryazev Engineering Center

    Plan your trip

    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa required
    ATA Carnet: accepted

    CIS/EAEU nationals, Turkey, Israel, Brazil, Serbia, Thailand and several bilateral partners enter visa-free for short business travel; China–Russia mutual visa-free travel for short stays has been in force since 2025 — verify current terms with the Russian consulate before departure.

    Russia is an ATA Carnet contracting party; the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation is the national guaranteeing association. Carnets are used for temporary admission of exhibition equipment and samples — confirm current goods restrictions and sanctions-related controls with the organiser and your freight forwarder before shipping.

    Official visa page

    Weather

    November in Moscow is the transition into winter: daytime highs typically −3 to +2 °C with night-time lows of −3 to −8 °C, around 50–60 mm of precipitation (increasingly snow) and the first sustained snow cover usually forming late in the month. Daylight is only about 8 hours and overcast, windy days are common — pack a warm coat, hat, gloves and waterproof footwear.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to Russia.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

    Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

    Business etiquette

    Business meetings are formal: handshakes, business cards and punctuality matter, and hierarchy is respected — bring senior staff for first meetings. Russian is the working language at most Moscow exhibitor stands, so hire an interpreter or bring a Russian-speaking colleague for negotiations.

    Payments and tipping

    Cards issued outside Russia generally do not work; bring roubles in cash or a UnionPay card. Restaurants and cafés expect roughly 10 % tip if no service charge is included — leave it in cash. Taxis are usually paid via the Yandex Go app or in cash.

    Documents, registration and dress

    Carry your passport, migration card and migration-registration slip at all times; hotels normally complete the registration. Dress is smart business-casual for the show and warm outerwear is essential in November. Metro stations are busy at peak hours — allow extra transfer time.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

    Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

    Flights

    Destination: DXB

    Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Moscow; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.

    Visa

    Most international visitors need a visa for Russia. Citizens of around 60 eligible countries (including most EU states, China, India, Japan and many Middle East states) can apply for the unified Russian e-visa online at evisa.kdmid.ru — approx. USD 52, decision in up to 4 calendar days, single entry, valid 60 days, maximum stay 16 days. Nationalities not eligible for the e-visa apply through a Russian consulate or visa centre (approx. USD 80–160 depending on nationality and processing speed; US citizens pay higher reciprocity fees). Nationals of CIS/EAEU states (Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan, Azerbaijan, Moldova, Uzbekistan), plus Turkey, Israel, Brazil, Serbia and several other bilateral partners, travel visa-free for short business trips. Apply at least 3–4 weeks before travel, carry your passport, migration card and hotel migration registration at all times.

    Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).

    Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.

    Single entry, valid 60 days from issue, maximum stay 16 days within Russia. Apply online at evisa.kdmid.ru; print the approval and carry it with your passport. Approximate consular fee range USD 80–160 depending on nationality and processing speed (US citizens pay higher reciprocity fees); visa-centre service fees are additional. An invitation from the Russian host or organiser is normally require

    Official

    Transport

    Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

    Airport → venue: Primary gateways: DXB Airport (DXB); DWC Airport (DWC); SHJ Airport (SHJ). Allow road or rail time to Timiryazev Engineering Center; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Timiryazev Engineering Center: Outer Moscow along the Metro Line 9 corridor (Izmailovo / VDNKh / Timiryazevsky district), 15–35 min by metro or taxi to the venue: Izmailovo Vega Hotel (Izmailovo hotel complex), Kosmos Hotel (VDNKh), ibis budget Moscow Panfilovskaya; Central Moscow on Metro Line 9 (Trubnaya, Chekhovskaya, Tsvetnoy Bulvar) or the Timiryazevsky district — direct metro line to Timiryazevskaya station: AZIMUT Hotel Olympic Moscow, ibis Moscow Paveletskaya, Hotel

    Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Moscow; confirm local availability before travel.

    Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Timiryazev Engineering Center.

    Parking: On-site parking is available at Timiryazev Engineering Center; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: November 2026

    Temperature: November 2026 in Moscow: daytime highs typically −3 to +2 °C, night-time lows −3 to −8 °C (frost and snow likely).

    Seasonality: November marks the onset of winter: about 50–60 mm of precipitation, shifting from rain to snow, with the first lasting snow cover usually appearing late in the month. Expect overcast skies, wind and only ~8 hours of daylight — plan indoor transfers and bring winter outerwear.

    Packing: November in Moscow is the transition into winter: daytime highs typically −3 to +2 °C with night-time lows of −3 to −8 °C, around 50–60 mm of precipitation (increasingly snow) and the first sustained snow cover usually forming late in the month. Daylight is only about 8 hours and overcast, windy day

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day for qualified buyer meetings: Day 1 — 9 November 2026 (opening day)

    The listing shows a single-day format (9 November 2026), so opening day is the only option — arrive at opening time to catch exhibitor staff before the aisles fill, and schedule supplier meetings in the morning when technical teams are still on the stands. Confirm the final hall timetable and session schedule at chemistry-expo.ru/schedule before booking travel.

    Networking spots

    3

    Exhibitor B2B / business lounge, Timiryazev Engineering Center

    On-site B2B zone

    Conference session and coffee-break area

    Technical networking

    Cafés and hotel lobbies around Timiryazevskaya metro

    Off-site meetings

    Budget

    Costs & budget

    Cost reference

    Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

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    visitor · e-visa

    USD 52 / per_person

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    visitor · consular_standard

    USD 80–160 / per_person

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    visa_fee

    visitor · Entry visa

    USD 52 / per application

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    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

    Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.

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    What is your primary role?

    Decision matrix

    Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

    visit

    You need supplier scouting, price benchmarking or technical sessions and can travel with 3–4 weeks' notice.

    Best for

    Buyers, specifiers, R&D and procurement teams sourcing polymers, additives, processing machinery and recycling technology for the Russian/CIS market.

    Min. budget

    $460.00

    Timeline

    3–4 weeks before travel (e-visa/visa, flights, hotel, online show registration).

    Risks

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

    International Visa/Mastercard cards issued abroad do not work in Russia — bring RUB cash or a UnionPay card.

    Visa processing and migration registration require lead time; keep passport, migration card and registration slip on you.

    exhibit

    You already have a Russia/CIS sales channel or partner and can commit stand staff for the show dates.

    Best for

    Machinery OEMs, resin/additive suppliers and recyclers selling into Russian and CIS plastics processors, or looking for a local distributor.

    Min. budget

    $2,300.00

    Timeline

    4–6 months before the show (stand space booking with Expocentre JSC, visa, freight/ATA carnet, staffing).

    Risks

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

    Booth/stand pricing is not published in the listing — confirm shell-scheme and space rates directly with the organiser.

    Sanctions, payment settlement and equipment freight can complicate shipping, insurance and after-show sales.

    skip

    Sanctions, payment or logistics constraints make participation unviable — track the sector instead via RUPLASTICA (Moscow) or Chinaplas.

    Best for

    Companies with no Russia/CIS revenue exposure, or whose compliance rules bar trade with Russian entities.

    Timeline

    n/a

    Risks

    Missing early visibility if Russian/CIS polymer demand re-enters your 2027 pipeline.

    Gallery

    Photos

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    Official imagery from PLASTICS INDUSTRY SHOW 2026
    Host venue exterior — PLASTICS INDUSTRY SHOW 2026
    Host venue exterior — PLASTICS INDUSTRY SHOW 2026

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