ICIF China 2026 Concludes Successfully, Showcasing Industry Innovation and Global Trade Collaboration
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Shanghai, China – September 29, 2026 – The 23rd International Chemical Industry Fair (ICIF China 2026) officially concluded its successful three-day run on September 17 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. Guided by the central theme of innovation, green transformation, and high-quality development, the exhibition served as a comprehensive platform for the global petroleum and chemical industries. Bringing together upstream producers, technology developers, engineering contractors, equipment manufacturers, and international buyers, the event highlighted the latest advancements in basic raw material iteration, green low-carbon transitions, artificial intelligence integration, smart manufacturing, and advanced chemical materials.
As a prominent annual trade and exchange platform for the global chemical sector, ICIF China 2026 spanned an expansive exhibition area of 43,000 square meters, welcoming 767 exhibiting enterprises and drawing professional visitors from over 110 countries and regions. The strong turnout, active commercial engagement, and robust international participation reaffirmed the fair’s position as a vital international hub for chemical trade, technical cooperation, and supply chain integration.
Industry Leaders Lead the Way with Major Product Launches and Technological Breakthroughs
Throughout the exhibition period, leading domestic and international enterprises showcased significant technological milestones, next-generation equipment, and advanced product portfolios, illustrating the industry’s ongoing evolution toward high-end, sustainable manufacturing:
China National Petroleum Corporation presented innovations highlighting the strategic transition from conventional refining operations to advanced new materials, showcasing integrated solutions across the upstream and downstream petroleum value chain.
Sinopec featured a wide array of high-performance technical products, including ortho-cresol novolac epoxy resins, hydrogenated bisphenol A epoxy resins, 110kV high-voltage cable insulation materials, and 60K large tow carbon fibers, which serve critical applications in semiconductor packaging, advanced power cables, and wind turbine blade manufacturing.
Sinochem Holdings displayed its core new material portfolios, featuring high-strength industrial nylon 6 designed for demanding mechanical and textile applications, high-transmittance and impact-resistant polycarbonate for automotive and electronics use, and proprietary high-end specialty polycarbonate products that demonstrate domestic innovation in engineering plastics.
China Chemical showcased major industrialization breakthroughs in adiponitrile production, successfully establishing a complete domestic industrial chain from butadiene to nylon 66. The enterprise also presented its newly developed vapor-phase synthesized graphene powders and heavy-duty anticorrosive coating systems, which effectively fill market gaps in the scalable industrial application of advanced carbon nanomaterials for corrosion protection.
Baker Hughes presented advanced industrial inspection and non-destructive testing technologies, incorporating artificial intelligence-powered defect recognition systems and digital inspection management platforms designed to enhance operational reliability and asset integrity in chemical facilities.
Unitree Robotics and various specialized robotics manufacturers demonstrated intelligent industrial equipment, including explosion-proof inspection robots, automated patrolling systems, and robotic sampling solutions aimed at improving safety and operational efficiency within hazardous chemical processing environments.
In addition to these domestic giants, international enterprises originating from Russia, South Korea, India, Thailand, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Germany, Italy, Brazil, and other countries participated actively across the exhibition halls, presenting technologies spanning the entire chemical lifecycle. Furthermore, official procurement and delegation groups organized by provincial and municipal chemical industry associations—including those from Shandong, Shanghai, Henan, Inner Mongolia, Hebei, Anhui, and Jiangsu—attended the fair in large numbers to conduct rigorous business negotiations, evaluate technical specifications, and establish preliminary sourcing partnerships with participating suppliers.
Focus on Green Development, Circular Economy, and Smart Manufacturing
Beyond product exhibitions, ICIF China 2026 placed a strong emphasis on sustainable industrial practices, environmental protection, and digital transformation. Exhibitors across multiple halls presented practical technological solutions for industrial solid waste recycling, low-carbon process innovation, wastewater treatment, emissions reduction, and ecological restoration.
Concurrently, a series of high-level professional conferences and technical forums addressed critical trends shaping the future of the global chemical industry:The Fifth Petroleum and Chemical Industry Circular Economy Development Conference convened over 500 industry experts and corporate leaders to discuss strategic pathways for plastics recycling, circular feedstock utilization, and green fuel innovation under carbon reduction frameworks.The Ninth Smart Chemistry Conference explored the practical deployment of artificial intelligence, digital twins, and automation technologies in optimizing chemical production safety and plant-wide operational efficiency.The Fourth China Chemical Reagents High-Quality Development Forum focused on custom reagent research, high-purity chemical manufacturing, and supply chain modernization for specialized laboratory applications.
Looking Ahead to ICIF China 2027
Following the successful conclusion of ICIF China 2026, the organizing committee announced that the 24th International Chemical Industry Fair (ICIF China 2027) is officially scheduled to take place from September 22 to September 24, 2027, returning to the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. Under the upcoming theme of innovation and excellence, the 2027 edition will continue to expand its scope across chemical raw materials, fine chemicals, new materials, equipment, digitalization, and environmental protection, providing global industry professionals with an expanded platform for trade, partnership, and technological discovery.
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The International Chemical Industry Fair is an established global trade and exhibition platform sponsored by the China Petroleum and Chemical Industry Federation. Founded in 1992, the organization facilitates international commerce, technological exchange, and industrial supply chain integration across the petroleum, chemical manufacturing, and material science sectors. Its core mission is to empower enterprises through comprehensive trade exhibitions, professional conferences, and business matchmaking services that advance sustainable industry growth.
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