
ITHEC 2026
International Conference and Exhibition on Thermoplastic Composites
Meet industry experts, present your latest research or listen to engaging session in the thermoplastic composite sector
SAVE THE DATE
At the 8th International Conference, more than 300 participants from around the world will be presenting and discussing newest scientific results, meet leading international specialists, share their expertise and start business co-operations in the field of thermoplastic composite technologies.
The international exhibition will feature 40+ exhibitors showcasing all steps of the supply-chain. Be it materials, machines, testing, processes, or solutions. By combining the exhibition and the conference ITHEC is further fostering the inter-connectivity between science and industry.
Every two years the thermoplastic community makes their way to Bremen to discuss the latest trends, share their unique expertise and present innovative technologies. After revisiting your feedback and careful consideration we are more than happy to continue on with the tradition.
Looking forward to seeing you in 2026!
Our Purpose
ITHEC
connects the global thermoplastic composite community
ITHEC
focusses on R&D and innovations in all lightweight sectors
ITHEC
integrates industry and academia in one event
THANK YOU FOR A SUCCESSFUL ITHEC 2024
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5 Reasons for ITHEC
SCIENTIFIC
High-quality and interdisciplinary scientific conference curated by an expert programme committee
INTERNATIONAL
Highly-specialized representatives and exhibitors from over 20 countries
REPRESENTATIVE
Key players covering the whole supply-chain, ranging from material, to processing and finally application.
NETWORKED
Effective face-to face networking facilitated through dedicated spaces and time slots
VARIED
Various forms of involvement and exciting opportunities for participation such as lectures, poster & industry sessions and a panel discussion
IMPRESSIONS
Thermoplastic fibre composites are a game-changer for complex lightweight applications. With the high potential for functional integration and recyclability, they set new standards in the composites industry and drive sustainable innovations for the mobility of the future. ITHEC is an outstanding platform for knowledge transfer and underlines the relevance of thermoplastic fibre composites.

CTC GmbH (An AIRBUS Company)
ITHEC is a great place to meet peers passionate about thermoplastic composites and to gain insight into the latest developments. During my poster presentation, I was pleased to have in-depth technical discussions with both academia and industry on our welding process. Looking forward to the next conference.

SAM XL
ITHEC is a valuable platform for high performance thermoplastic composites, bringing industry and academia together, thereby offering great networking opportunity and high quality and high quantity meetings with industry and technology experts. It has the right balance between lectures and exhibition at affordable cost.

Victrex Europa GmbH
ITHEC presents a high quality of ongoing R&D, advancement and new achievements in thermoplastic composites that is very important for those wanting to participate in this market/industry and stay informed as to where it is. ITHEC also provides the opportunity to directly interact with key players in thermoplastic composites and learn more about their developments and technologies.

CompositesWorld
Event, Institutional and Media Partners
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