Extrusion International 1-2025

26 Extrusion International 1/2025 CHINAPLAS 2025 CHINAPLAS Focuses on Green, Smart, and High-Tech Solutions for a Sustainable Future of the Plastics and Rubber Industries C hina remains crucial in glob- al economic growth, with a steadily expanding Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) and con - dence in meeting growth targets, solidifying its position as a pow- erhouse in the global economy. In November 2024, the PMI of China's manufacturing industry reached 50.3%, an increase for three con- secutive months, indicating an ac- celerating pace in the expansion of the manufacturing industry, ac- cording to the National Bureau of Statistics of China. Building upon this momentum, CHINAPLAS 2025, themed "Transformation • Col- laboration • Sustainability," will take place in Shenzhen, PR China, on April 15-18, 2025. Expanding from its 2023 edition in Shenzhen, CHINAPLAS 2025 will host over 4,000 international exhibitors, with 380,000 sqm of space across all 19 halls, showcasing the latest inno- vations in plastics and rubber so- lutions. Together with 9 country/ region pavilions, CHINAPLAS 2025 will facilitate collaboration along the upstream and downstream in- dustry chains, leading the way with green, smart and high-tech solu- tions to drive high-quality indus- trial growth. Green: Innovating for Circular Economy Sustainability and environmen- tal awareness have become global industry trends. In the dynamic landscape of the plastics and rub- ber industries to be showcased at CHINAPLAS 2025, the concept of a circular economy will continue to be one of the key focuses of the exhi- bition, highlighting the industry's commitment to sustainability and resource ef ciency. By emphasiz - ing the reuse of resources to mini- mize waste and stimulate economic growth, the exhibition will demon- strate a clear dedication to address-