ReMA 2027 Convention & Exposition

Event overview

Overview

ReMA 2027 is the Recycled Materials Association's annual convention and exposition, held 12–15 April 2027 at Music City Center in Nashville. It is the largest gathering of recycled materials professionals in the world: processors, traders, brokers, mill buyers and equipment suppliers across ferrous and non-ferrous metals, paper, plastics, electronics, tyres and rubber.

Four days combine a sold-out-style equipment floor with general and education sessions, structured networking and ReMA After Hours. Organisers expect 6,000+ professionals.

Registration is required and open to ReMA members.

TL;DR

112–15 April 2027 at Music City Center, Nashville, Tennessee.
2Organisers expect 6,000+ recycled materials professionals.
3Five ticket types, from Exhibits Only to All Access VIP; member registration required.
4Expo Hall runs 12–14 April alongside general and education sessions.
5Ferrous, non-ferrous, paper, plastics, electronics, tyres and equipment in one hall.

Why visit

Walk one floor covering shredders, balers, shears, sorters, analytics and trading services, compare specifications against your own throughput and contamination problems, and meet mill buyers and counterparties face to face. Education sessions cover market outlook, policy and operations. The format rewards pre-booked meetings more than casual browsing.

Why exhibit

ReMA puts plant owners, traders, brokers and mill buyers in the same hall for three days. Equipment demos and material samples do the selling; a quiet meeting table converts conversations into contracts. The 2026 floor sold out, and the 2027 show moves to a downtown Nashville venue with 353,000 sq ft of divisible exhibit space.

Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

Who this event is for

Visitor profile

Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

Scrap yard and recycling plant owners evaluating equipment and throughput.

Ferrous and non-ferrous traders, brokers and mill buyers.

Paper, plastics, electronics and tyre recyclers sourcing technology and offtake.

Plant, safety, compliance and finance managers assessing capex and risk.

Exhibitor profile

Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

Recycling equipment OEMs: balers, shears, shredders, sorters and conveyors.

Software, weighing, assay and material-analysis providers.

Trading houses, brokers, logistics and freight forwarders.

Service providers in safety, compliance, insurance and finance.

Product categories

Key solution areas showcased across the event.

Balers, shears and shredders

Eddy-current and sensor sorting

Conveyors and material handling

Weighing, assay and quality systems

Scrap trading and brokerage

Recycling software and AI

Freight, logistics and export services

Safety, PPE and compliance services

Location & Facilities

Venue

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Halls & areas

Exhibit Hall (353,143 Sq Ft, Four Divisible Halls)

Music City Center

Music City Center, 201 Rep. John Lewis Way South, Nashville, TN 37203, United States

Parking: Downtown Nashville; use official venue garages and confirm event parking in the exhibitor kit.

Gate: Use the main convention-centre entrances on Rep. John Lewis Way; badge required for the Expo Hall.

Attend

Entry & tickets

Trade-only

Event days & opening times

DayOpening hours

Expo HallMon 12 Apr 5–8:00 PM

Tue 13 Apr9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wed 14 Apr9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Event daysConference sessions run 12–15 April

All Access + VIP
Price not printed on the public page; member and non-member rates apply.
All Access
Price not printed on the public page; member and non-member rates apply.
Exhibits Only
Price not printed on the public page; member and non-member rates apply.
Learning Only
Price not printed on the public page; member and non-member rates apply.
Guest Pass
Price not printed on the public page; member and non-member rates apply.

Ticket info

Badge collection

Bring photo ID and the registration confirmation to the badge desk at Music City Center.

Ticket notes

Five ticket types: All Access + VIP, All Access, Exhibits Only, Learning Only and Guest Pass. Pre-show rates end 11 December 2026; registering early saves up to $500. ReMA event registration is open to members; non-members may join first.

Who runs the show

Organisers

Recycled Materials Association (ReMA)

Organiser

Email Call Website

What's on

Programme

Topic tracks

Metals and MarketsTechnology and OperationsPolicy, Safety and Compliance

Awards

ReMA Honors

Annual

Association awards recognising industry leadership and achievement, presented during the convention week.

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How the last edition performed

Previous edition

Last edition

2026

Completed

Visitors: 7,000

This edition

2027

Forecast — not final

Visitors: 6,000

Exhibitors: 300

Floor area: 32,808 sqm

Next edition

2028

No 2028 dates or venue announced. The show rotates US cities annually; confirm after the 2027 edition.

Edition recap

ReMA2026 ran 13–16 April at Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas, with close to 7,000 industry professionals and a sold-out show floor.

New this edition

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Safety First Stadium
Hands-on safety training, PPE fittings and live demos introduced at ReMA2026.
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Impact

A bigger and stronger platform

ReMA is where North American scrap supply, trade and equipment capex meet. A Nashville edition puts the floor within walking distance of downtown hotels and Broadway, lowering logistics friction for exhibitors shipping heavy machines. The 6,000+ expectation is a pre-show target, not a post-show result; treat attendance comparisons with 2026 as directional.

Audience quality

High-value decision-makers

The audience is senior and commercial: plant owners, traders, brokers and mill buyers with authority to specify equipment or price material. That makes lead quality high but volume moderate. Exhibitors selling large capital equipment should expect multi-touch cycles, not same-day orders. Buyers of recycled material should prepare grade, specification and logistics data before meetings.

Exhibitor outcomes

Real business growth

ReMA is a relationship show first. ROI depends on pre-booked meetings, working demos and a private table for trading conversations. A 10x20 inline presence is the entry point; machine displays need island space, rigging and direct-to-hall delivery. Budget for drayage, rigging and Nashville hotel rates. No organiser-reported exhibitor ROI or rebooking figure is published, so any payback estimate is planning analysis.

Intelligence

Market context

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

United States / North America

Why it matters

ReMA members process, broker and consume the bulk of North American scrap. The annual show is the sector's pricing and relationship reset: mill buyers, exporters and processors meet suppliers in one hall just as spring construction and manufacturing demand is set. Nashville adds a central US location that is drivable from major recycling corridors and served by a strong airport.

Industry trends

Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

Trade policy and shifting flows

Tariffs, export controls and changing trade routes are forcing processors to re-cut offtake and sourcing. Sessions and floor conversations centre on where material moves next.

What it changes: Contract terms and destination mix can change faster than annual budgets; exhibitors should arrive with flexible logistics options.

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Electrification and metals intensity

Copper, aluminium and battery-material recovery remain the growth story as electrification and grid investment lift demand for high-purity secondary metals.

What it changes: Sorting, assay and contamination control are becoming commercial differentiators, not just quality costs.

Automation, AI and the skills gap

Recyclers are deploying sensor sorting, vision systems and software to raise recovery while experienced operators retire.

What it changes: Equipment that demonstrably cuts manual sorting or improves uptime has a clearer payback case.

Policy, safety and compliance

PFAS, EPR, lithium-ion battery safety, metal theft and tax policy were headline ReMA2026 topics and remain the regulatory backdrop.

What it changes: Compliance risk shapes capex and market access; safety and traceability sell.

Source

Spring 2027 industrial circuit

April–May 2027

ReMA sits in a dense April–May run of North American materials, manufacturing and logistics shows. Exhibitors can pair Nashville with a second stop to amortise travel.

11–15 Apr 2027

AMPP Annual Conference + Expo

Columbus, United States

Overlaps ReMA opening days.

12–15 Apr 2027

RAPID + TCT

Detroit, United States

Direct date overlap.

24–28 Apr 2027

TAPPICon

Indianapolis, United States

Two weeks after ReMA.

3–5 May 2027

AISTech

Nashville, United States

Strong second stop for mill-buyer meetings.

Mid-April

ReMA 2027AMPPRAPID + TCT

Three events in one week; choose by buyer segment.

Late April–early May

TAPPIConAISTech

Nashville repeat visit possible for steel-focused suppliers.

Circuit dates compiled from publicly listed 2027 show calendars; verify before booking.

Plan your trip

Travel & logistics

Local currency · USD

Arrival airports

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

BNA

Nashville International Airport

Primary gateway; rideshare and taxi ranks at the terminal.

about 8 miles / 13 km

to venue

15–25 minutes

by car

Hotel tiers

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

budget

Airport / Berry Hill

USD 180–250 / night

Planning range for April 2027; commute 15–20 minutes.

mid

Downtown Nashville

USD 250–340 / night

Walkable or short rideshare to Music City Center; rates spike on event dates.

premium

Downtown / SoBro

USD 294–399 / night

ReMA official hotel block quoted at $294–$399 per night single/double, 0.1–0.6 miles from the venue; block cutoff 8 March 2027.

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Local transport

Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

Rideshare / taxi

Estimated costUSD 25–35

Best forBNA airport to Music City Center

15–25 minutes depending on traffic; use the designated pickup zone.

Public bus

Estimated costUSD 2 per ride

Best forWeGo route from downtown to airport area

Cheapest option but slower with luggage; check WeGo schedules.

Walking

Estimated costFree

Best forDowntown hotels to Music City Center

Many SoBro and Broadway hotels are 5–20 minutes on foot.

Plan your trip

Visa & entry documents

Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

Visa required

ATA Carnet: accepted

Type	Who needs it	Fee	Processing
B-1 business visitor	Most non-US citizens without visa-waiver eligibility	$185.00	Varies by consulate; apply early
ESTA / Visa Waiver Program	Eligible VWP nationalities	$21.00	Usually minutes to 72 hours

No general visa-free entry to the US; the Visa Waiver Program covers eligible countries for up to 90 days.

The US accepts ATA Carnets for temporary import of professional equipment and exhibits. Confirm the specific machinery and customs broker requirements for this event.

Official visa page

Weather

Nashville in mid-April: highs about 21–24°C, lows about 9–12°C, with rain possible. Layered clothing and a compact umbrella are sensible.

Plan for the climate

Check temperatures and pack accordingly

Venue connectivity

Downtown Nashville has good mobile coverage; venue Wi-Fi is typically available to exhibitors and press. Confirm exhibitor internet in the service kit.

Ride-hailing

Taxis

Public transit

Car rentals

Cultural notes

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

Music City etiquette

Nashville is casual and friendly; business dress is smart-casual, with boots and jeans common at evening events.

Tipping

Tip 18–20% at restaurants and bars; rideshare drivers appreciate a small tip.

Practical guides

Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

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

Flights

Destination: BNA (Nashville International)

Book early: mid-April 2027 overlaps multiple Nashville events and hotel rates are elevated.

Visa

US visa or ESTA required for most international visitors; allow weeks for a B-1 appointment.

Estimated cost: USD 21 (ESTA) / USD 185 (B-1)

Processing: 72 hours (ESTA) to several weeks (visa)

Registration confirmation and a short invitation letter help at the border and consulate.

Official

Transport

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

Airport → venue: Rideshare or taxi, 15–25 minutes, about USD 25–35.

Hotel → venue: Walk from SoBro/downtown hotels; short rideshare otherwise.

Ride-hail: Uber and Lyft operate at BNA and downtown.

Public transit: WeGo bus is cheapest but slower; not ideal with freight or luggage.

Parking: Use venue garages; confirm event parking rates in the exhibitor kit.

Weather

Plan and pack for the event climate.

Month: April

Temperature: 9–24°C

Seasonality: Spring showers; severe storms possible.

Packing: Layers, comfortable shoes, compact umbrella, light jacket for cool evenings.

Plan your trip

Planning

Best day to visit: Tuesday 13 April 2027

The Expo Hall has its first full day (9 am–5 pm) with the networking lunch and afternoon happy hour, and education sessions run alongside. Monday evening is opening only; Wednesday closes at 4:30 pm.

T-14

T-10

Check ESTA or B-1 visa status and print the registration confirmation. — Allow weeks for a visa appointment.

T-7

Shortlist exhibitors by material stream and request meetings. — Use the exhibitor list when published.

T-3

Download the show app, map the hall and set a walking route. — Prioritise demo times.

T-1

Pack business cards, ID, layers and a compact umbrella; confirm BNA transfer. — Comfortable shoes for a 353,000 sq ft hall.

Sample visitor itinerary

Route-optimised day