PolyNext Awards and Conference Dubai 2025

PolyNext Awards & Conference Dubai 2025 is the premier global event for plastic recycling and sustainability, taking place 1–2 October 2025 in Dubai. It brings together leaders from industry, academia, circular-economy startups, and policymakers to address plastic waste challenges, showcase innovative technologies, and build a circular future.

Key Highlights

• PolyNext Awards Ceremony: Recognizing excellence in plastic recycling, sustainable design, and circular economy initiatives

• Expert Keynotes & Panels: Featuring global voices—e.g., Saurabh Gupta, Christian Bardon, Vivek Tandon, Eric Schaffner—covering chemical recycling, bioplastics, policy frameworks, and scaling solutions

• Innovation Showcase & Expo: Spotlighting emerging technologies and startup-led solutions for recycling and material recovery.

• Networking & Matchmaking: Structured sessions for producers, investors, NGOs, regulators, and recyclers to drive partnerships across the value chain.

Who Should Attend?

• Plastic recyclers, waste‑management firms & technology providers

• Corporate sustainability leaders & packaging innovators

• Investors, VC funds & financial institutions exploring circular solutions

• Government agencies, NGOs & regulatory experts

• Start‑ups, researchers, and academics focused on plastics innovation

Main Event Features

• PolyNext Awards: Celebrating achievements in recycling, sustainable packaging, circular design, R&D, and leadership.

• Conference Tracks: Sessions on chemical and mechanical recycling, bioplastics, ocean cleanup, policy tools, infrastructure, and digital circularity.

• Expo Hall: Exhibition by startups, recyclers, data platforms, and standards bodies.