Carbon Fiber conference - CF 2026
Event Date
November 10–12, 2026
Location
Huntsville, AL
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryCarbon Fiber 2026, presented by CompositesWorld, is a leading B2B conference focused on carbon fiber and the expanding role of this material across the composites industry. Held in Huntsville, Alabama, the event brings together innovators and decision makers from throughout the carbon fiber supply chain for three days of presentations, exhibits and networking.
The conference draws engineers, executives, fabricators, OEMs and plant managers from the aerospace, automotive and energy sectors who come to learn, benchmark and identify strategic partners. Program discussions center on advanced design and automation processes that reduce manufacturing costs, along with market outlooks and forecasting for markets with strong growth potential.
Attendees gain access to cutting-edge market information and processes designed to keep them at the forefront of composite technology, plus valuable networking with the industry's most influential leaders. With a program that pairs technical sessions and an exhibit floor with signature receptions, Carbon Fiber is positioned as a premier gathering for professionals working with carbon fiber in both traditional and emerging applications.
Show Highlights
- Opening Reception at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center on November 10th — an evening of casual networking with drinks and appetizers before the conference begins.
- Grand Reception — the highlight of the annual event, offering a relaxed setting to celebrate with fellow attendees and discuss specific product and process issues with knowledgeable professionals in a non-pressure atmosphere.
- Technical presentations and exhibits covering advanced design and automation processes to reduce manufacturing costs, plus market outlooks and forecasting.
- 2026 sponsors include Hexcel (Diamond), Toray (Gold), and Silver sponsors A&P Technology, FIVES, Horizon, Phlex Carbon and Radius Engineering, with Syensqo as the Rayon Replacement pre-conference sponsor.
- A Rayon Replacement pre-conference program for attendees interested in that specialized topic.
Attendance
According to the organizer, more than 80% of attendees hold a C-suite, management, engineer or R&D job title. Past attending organizations span aerospace, automotive and energy, including Boeing, Northrop Grumman, NASA Langley Research Center, Oak Ridge National Lab, Toyota, Collins Aerospace, Hexcel, Toray, Zoltek and many others across the global carbon fiber supply chain.
Registration
Registration for Carbon Fiber 2026 was slated to open in July. Prospective attendees can sign up for updates on the official website and contact the conference team for details on passes and pricing. For registration questions, the site directs inquiries to Conference Manager & Registrar Beth Ascue.
History
Carbon Fiber is presented by CompositesWorld, a brand of Gardner Business Media, Inc. (Cincinnati, OH). The conference is a long-running fixture in the composites industry — prior editions include Carbon Fiber 2022 — and is described by the organizer as the industry's premier conference on the use of carbon fibers in both traditional and emerging markets. It is part of the broader Carbon Fiber Event Series.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is Carbon Fiber 2026 taking place?
Carbon Fiber 2026 takes place November 10-12, 2026, in Huntsville, Alabama. The host venue is The Westin Huntsville at 6800 Governors West, NW.
Who should attend the Carbon Fiber conference?
The conference is designed for engineers, executives, fabricators, OEMs and plant managers in the aerospace, automotive and energy sectors. More than 80% of attendees hold a C-suite, management, engineer or R&D role.
How do I register for Carbon Fiber 2026?
Registration was scheduled to open in July via the official website, carbonfiberevent.com. You can also sign up for updates online or contact the conference registrar, Beth Ascue, for details.
Where should I stay, and is there a group hotel rate?
The Westin Huntsville is the official host hotel and offers a group rate of $179 per night. Book by October 19, 2026, and reference the Carbon Fiber Conference to secure the discount; rooms should be booked directly with the hotel.
What networking events are part of the conference?
The conference includes an Opening Reception at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center on November 10th and a Grand Reception, the event's highlight, which offers a relaxed setting to network and discuss product and process issues with industry professionals.
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