The 21st Saudi Plastics & Petrochem trade show, scheduled for June 21 to 24, 2026, will take place during Riyadh International Industry Week, the largest assembly of MENA's industrial sectors, held concurrently with Saudi Print & Pack 2026.

The Kingdom receives cutting-edge technology, creative solutions, and sustainable workflow practices for the plastics and petrochemicals sector from both domestic and foreign sources through the Saudi Plastics & Petrochem trade show. Top international and local plastics and petrochemical companies, government decision-makers, trade buyers, and industry professionals gather to network, share knowledge, and exhibit the newest and best in plastics and petrochemical equipment, technologies, products, and services that will revolutionise the industry in 2026. Riyadh, located in the largest economy of the MENA region, valued at $1.108 trillion, offers numerous opportunities in plastics and petrochemicals. Saudi Arabia is the GCC's largest polymer consumer, making up 61% of consumption, and produces over 67% of the region's plastic resins. Besides, the Saudi Arabian plastic packaging market is typically growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6% from 2021 to 2026, reaching USD 11.93 billion. In the Middle East, Saudi Arabia is one of the biggest markets for the plastic and packaging sector. The nation boasts a vast customer base and a diverse array of industrial operations. The Saudi Industrial Development Fund (SIDF) reports that there were 45 pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities, 196 textile and clothing manufacturing facilities, and 964 food and beverage manufacturing units. The need for plastic packaging is predicted to rise by more than 3 billion US dollars over the next five years, from less than $1 billion to over $12 billion, thanks to these producers, which present significant potential for technology and solution suppliers. Read more: Procurement & Supply Chain Futures Forum, 2026