September 28–30, 2026
Louisville, KY
Global Polymer Summit 2026 is a trade show in Louisville, KY.
More detailed information about this show will be added soon.
GPS 2026 offers a packed three-day program of technical, educational and networking programming. Key features include:
The 2026 GPS features a three-day program, including a two-day expo experience, a change designed to slow the pace, create more balance, and allow for stronger connections, deeper conversations, and a more intentional experience for exhibitors and attendees. A notable enhancement is that one registration type provides access to all technical and theater programming.
Registration is handled through the official GPS 2026 website (gps2026.events.rubber.org). A key advantage in 2026 is that a single registration type provides access to all technical and theater programming.
Exhibit space can be reserved directly with the organizer, as booking early means better booth placement, maximum exposure in marketing and more time to take advantage of exclusive sponsorship and promotional opportunities.
The Global Polymer Summit is a new event born from the union of two established industry shows. The ACS Rubber Division and Crain Communications' Rubber News brand partnered to bring together their premier events — the International Elastomer Conference and the International Tire Exhibition & Conference.
The inaugural GPS was held in 2025. The Global Polymer Summit is a partnership between the ACS Rubber Division and its International Elastomer Conference, along with Rubber News and its International Tire Exhibition and Conference (ITEC), and the event was planned for Sept. 8-11 at the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland. The 2026 edition moves to Louisville, Kentucky. Looking ahead, the International Rubber Conference (IRC) is joining forces with GPS for IRC 2027.
GPS 2026 takes place September 28-30, 2026, at the Kentucky International Convention Center, 221 S 4th St, Louisville, Kentucky 40202.
The event is designed for professionals in the rubber, tire, elastomer and polymer industries, including manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, researchers, engineers and anyone with a professional interest in the latest innovations and trends in these sectors.
GPS was created by merging the Rubber Division, ACS International Elastomer Conference (IEC) with Rubber News' International Tire Exposition & Conference (ITEC). It combines the technical programming, exhibits and networking of both shows into one event bridging the tire and rubber industries.
Registration is available on the official GPS 2026 website. Attendees who register before August 1st receive discounted pricing, and a single registration type provides access to all technical and theater programming.
GPS 2026 is a three-day program featuring a two-day Expo, technical, business and industry presentations, an educational symposium, a keynote address, women's and young professionals events, student programs, receptions, a 5K walk/run and an awards banquet.
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