Shanghai, September 2025 – The Organizing Committee of the Polyurethane Technology International Forum (PTIF) announced that the Indian Polyurethane Association (IPUA) will officially join as a co-organizer of PTIF 2026, scheduled for June 22–27, 2026 in Shanghai.
A New Chapter in the Global Polyurethane Industry
Recognized as one of the leading international platforms in the polyurethane industry, PTIF has long been dedicated to accelerating technological exchange, fostering cross-border partnerships, and driving market development. The participation of IPUA marks an important milestone in PTIF’s global expansion and emphasizes India’s rising influence in the global polyurethane market.
About the Indian Polyurethane Association (IPUA)
Founded in 1992, the Indian Polyurethane Association (IPUA) is India’s most prominent industry body representing polyurethane stakeholders. What started with a small group of pioneers has now grown into a 300-member community that includes multinational corporations, SMEs, and research institutions. Collectively, IPUA’s member companies employ over 180,000 people and generate an annual turnover exceeding USD 2 billion.
IPUA has been instrumental in bringing together raw material suppliers, machinery manufacturers, processors, molders, and laboratories under a single platform. The association is technology-neutral, product-neutral, process-neutral, and company-neutral, ensuring it represents the entire value chain fairly and inclusively.
PTIF 2026: Innovation, Low-Carbon Transition, and Global Cooperation
The upcoming PTIF 2026 will spotlight the theme:
“Low-Carbon Transition, Technological Innovation, and Global Collaboration.”
Industry leaders, scientists, investors, and business representatives from around the world will gather to:
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Share cutting-edge research and breakthrough technologies.
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Discuss emerging trends shaping the polyurethane industry.
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Explore new opportunities for international cooperation across China, India, and beyond.
Voices from the Organizers
The PTIF Organizing Committee stated:
“We are excited to welcome IPUA as a co-organizer of PTIF 2026. India represents one of the world’s fastest-growing polyurethane markets, and IPUA’s involvement will enhance the forum’s global influence and unlock new possibilities for industry collaboration.”
IPUA added:
“It is a privilege to join as co-organizer of PTIF 2026. Through this partnership, we aim to highlight India’s market potential, strengthen China-India cooperation, and contribute to the sustainable development of the global polyurethane industry.”
Why This Matters for the Polyurethane Industry
The collaboration between PTIF and IPUA underscores a strategic shift toward global integration, sustainable growth, and low-carbon innovation. As polyurethane continues to play a vital role in construction, automotive, furniture, and energy applications, PTIF 2026 will provide the stage for knowledge-sharing, networking, and investment opportunities that shape the future of the industry.
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