Frankfurt am Main/Düsseldorf, 30 September 2025 – On 13 October, Innovation Monday will be the sixth theme day of K 2025, the world’s leading trade fair for plastics and rubber. The focus will be on the innovative strength of the plastics sector. On the stage of the special show Plastics Shape the Future (Hall 6 / C40), start-ups will present fresh ideas, young researchers will be honoured, and a high-level panel will discuss the role of innovation for the industry’s competitiveness.

Frankfurt am Main/Düsseldorf, 30 September 2025 – On 12 October, Career Sunday will be the fifth theme day of K 2025, the world’s leading trade fair for plastics and rubber. The spotlight will be on the people driving the transformation of the plastics industry. Topics include skills shortages, new approaches to attracting young talent, and the role of diversity in the sector. The day will also feature a Science Slam, where young researchers present their work in an engaging format, and conclude with the launch of the new international networking event Women in Plastics.

Frankfurt am Main/Düsseldorf, 30 September 2025 – Smart Saturday, on 11 October, is the fourth theme day of K 2025, the world’s leading trade fair for plastics and rubber. The program will focus entirely on how artificial intelligence (AI) and digital solutions are transforming the plastics industry. As part of the special show Plastics Shape the Future (Hall 6 / C40), researchers, start-ups and industry representatives will present practical AI applications – from material development to sustainability reporting.

Frankfurt am Main/Düsseldorf, 30 September 2025 – On 10 October, Climate Friday will be the third theme day of K 2025, the world’s leading trade fair for plastics and rubber. The focus will be on how to accelerate the transition to a circular economy without undermining Europe’s industrial base. At the special show Plastics Shape the Future (Hall 6 / C40), representatives from industry, science, politics, and public administration will discuss the balancing act between climate targets, regulation, and competitiveness.