FILM & TAPE EXPO 2026 Concludes in Shenzhen, Connecting Global Functional Film and Adhesive Tape Industries
FILM & TAPE EXPO 2026 concluded successfully from 27 to 29 October at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center (Bao’an), bringing together manufacturers, material suppliers, technology providers and professional buyers from across the global film and tape industries. Co-located with ADHESIVES & CHEMICALS EXPO, C-TOUCH & DISPLAY SHENZHEN, CIFSIE, CMF and NEPCON ASIA, the exhibition offered a cross-industry platform for discovering material innovations, exploring advanced applications and developing business partnerships.
Across the seven co-located exhibitions, the event covered 80,000 square metres of exhibition space and brought together 1,013 exhibitors and brands, welcoming 70,559 professional visitors over three days. A total of 3,083 overseas buyers travelled from 134 countries and regions to attend. The exhibitions also welcomed 7,140 professional delegation groups and 2,227 TAP VIP buyers with confirmed sourcing needs, facilitating 2,795 on-site business-matching sessions.
These figures represent the combined performance of the seven co-located shows, demonstrating the scale of the platform and its ability to connect businesses across functional materials, electronics, automotive, advanced manufacturing and related industries.
Three New Themed Zones Expand the Exhibition’s Materials Coverage
A major highlight of FILM & TAPE EXPO 2026 was the introduction of three dedicated themed zones: the Adhesives & Chemical Materials Zone, the Fluorosilicone Materials Zone, and the Color & Innovative Design Zone. These new areas complemented the exhibition’s established showcases for functional films, adhesive tapes, coating and die-cutting technologies, further broadening the range of materials and applications represented.
The Adhesives & Chemical Materials Zone highlighted advanced adhesive materials and chemical solutions serving sectors such as new energy, electronics and automotive manufacturing. As manufacturers continue to pursue higher performance, reliability and process efficiency, specialized adhesives and chemical materials are becoming increasingly important to product development and industrial production.
The Fluorosilicone Materials Zone focused on high-performance fluorosilicone materials and their potential applications in demanding industrial environments. The showcase provided visitors with opportunities to explore material innovations and connect with suppliers developing solutions for evolving manufacturing requirements.
The Color & Innovative Design Zone brought attention to colour trends, material aesthetics and sustainable design solutions. By connecting material selection with product appearance and design innovation, the zone demonstrated the growing importance of CMF (Color, Material and Finish) in product differentiation and manufacturing.
Together, the three new zones expanded the exhibition’s coverage across emerging application fields, including new energy, electronics, automotive, semiconductors, humanoid robotics and the low-altitude economy. They also created opportunities for cross-industry exchange between material suppliers, manufacturers and buyers seeking solutions for new applications.
New Products and Technologies Across the Supply Chain
New product launches and technology showcases remained central to the exhibition experience. Visitors explored innovations across functional films, specialty adhesive tapes, optical materials, thermal management materials and lightweight composite solutions, alongside supporting coating and die-cutting technologies.
These products and processes serve a wide range of industrial requirements, from surface protection and bonding to optical performance, thermal management and lightweight manufacturing. The exhibition enabled professional buyers to compare solutions, understand supplier capabilities and identify potential partners for their sourcing and product development needs.
International exhibitors from the United States, Saudi Arabia, Germany, Japan, South Korea, Singapore and other markets also participated, bringing new products and technologies to the exhibition floor. Their presence reflected continued international interest in the China market and provided opportunities for cross-border business exchange.
Industry Forums Bring Experts Together
Alongside the exhibition, 18 industry forums and summits brought together 166 experts and industry leaders to share insights into developments in high-performance films and adhesive tapes, advanced applications, green manufacturing and technological innovation.
The discussions offered industry participants opportunities to exchange technical knowledge, examine changing market requirements and explore the role of advanced materials in next-generation manufacturing. By combining product showcases with professional forums, FILM & TAPE EXPO provided a platform for both commercial connections and industry dialogue.
The exhibition’s TAP (Targeted Attendee Program) further supported business engagement by welcoming TAP VIP buyers with confirmed sourcing needs and facilitating on-site business-matching sessions. This focus on connecting qualified buyers with relevant suppliers helped turn product discovery into practical business opportunities.
FILM & TAPE EXPO 2027: Returning to Shenzhen
FILM & TAPE EXPO will return to the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center (Bao’an) from 27 to 29 October 2027, moving to Halls 9, 10, 11 and 12. The next edition will continue to bring together suppliers, manufacturers and buyers to explore developments in functional films, adhesive tapes, advanced materials and converting technologies.
Industry professionals are invited to register for the 2027 edition and stay connected with the latest material innovations and business opportunities.
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