ReMa - Recycled Materials Association 2027
Event Date
April 12–15, 2027
Location
Nashville, TN
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe ReMA Convention & Exposition is the annual flagship event of the Recycled Materials Association (ReMA), described as the largest gathering of recycled materials and scrap recycling professionals in the world. The 2027 edition, ReMA2027, is scheduled for April 12–15, 2027 in Nashville, Tennessee.
ReMA is a U.S.-based non-profit trade association whose members include manufacturers and processors, brokers, and industrial consumers of recyclable commodities, including ferrous and nonferrous metals, paper, electronics, rubber, plastics, glass, and textiles. The convention draws this community together for four days of education, business, and networking, with associate members such as equipment and service providers also taking part.
Attendees can expect a program of keynote sessions, workshops, and panel discussions alongside a large exhibition floor showcasing recycling technology and equipment. The event is a key opportunity to meet industry leaders, explore new technologies, and stay current on trends shaping the recycling and recovered-materials markets. Attendees can also extend the experience year-round through the ReMA Connect app, which offers networking tools and access to session presentations.
Show Highlights
As ReMA's marquee annual event, the convention typically combines a large trade show floor with an extensive education program. Confirmed and expected features include:
- Keynote and general sessions featuring industry and market leaders
- Commodity- and division-focused sessions covering ferrous, nonferrous, paper, plastics, electronics, and other recovered materials
- A major exhibition hall featuring recycling equipment, technology, and service providers
- Networking events and special functions across the multi-day program
- The ReMA Connect app for networking, scheduling, and accessing session presentations
Detailed schedule, speakers, and session information for ReMA2027 are expected to be published in Fall 2026.
Registration
Registration for ReMA2027 is handled through ReMA's official event site. Based on the association's standard process, attendees register online, and completing registration is required to receive the discounted hotel reservation link.
- Register online via the official ReMA convention registration portal.
- After registering, a confirmation email is sent that includes a link to the housing/hotel reservation information.
- Exhibitors can reserve booth space and register booth staff through ReMA's exhibitor system.
Specific 2027 registration rates, pass types, and deadlines had not yet been published at the time of writing; ReMA has indicated more event details are coming in Fall 2026.
History
The convention is produced by the Recycled Materials Association (ReMA), a non-profit trade association formed in 1987 and headquartered in Washington, DC. The organization changed its name from the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI) to the Recycled Materials Association in summer 2024, a rebrand intended to better reflect the innovations and motivations of today's recycling industry.
ReMA represents more than 1,600 companies operating at over 6,000 facilities across the United States and some 40 countries worldwide. Its annual convention has long been positioned as the largest gathering of recycling professionals in the world, rotating among major U.S. host cities. The 2026 edition was held in Las Vegas, NV, with ReMA2027 moving to Nashville, TN.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is ReMA2027 taking place?
ReMA2027 Convention & Exposition is scheduled for April 12–15, 2027, in Nashville, Tennessee. The specific venue and full event details are expected to be announced in Fall 2026.
Who organizes the ReMA Convention & Exposition?
It is organized by the Recycled Materials Association (ReMA), a Washington, DC-based non-profit trade association formerly known as the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI), which rebranded in summer 2024.
Who should attend ReMA2027?
The event is aimed at professionals across the recycled materials industry, including manufacturers and processors, brokers, and industrial consumers of recyclable commodities such as ferrous and nonferrous metals, paper, electronics, rubber, plastics, glass, and textiles, as well as equipment and service providers.
How do I register for ReMA2027?
Registration is completed online through ReMA's official event site. After you register, a confirmation email provides a link to reserve discounted hotel rooms. Specific 2027 rates and deadlines are expected to be published in Fall 2026.
Why is the ReMA Convention worth attending?
It is billed as the largest gathering of recycled materials and scrap recycling professionals in the world, offering keynote sessions, workshops, panel discussions, a major exhibition floor, and extensive networking opportunities with industry leaders from around the globe.
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