Expoquimia 2026 places the roadmap towards the new industry at the center of the global debate

 

From June 2 to 5, Expoquimia 2026 will analyze in Barcelona The keys to the new sustainable industry. Through the program Industry ShowcaseLeading companies will discuss decarbonization, water management y digitalization to transform global production models towards efficiency.

 

The program Industry Showcase will have more than 25 sessions Techniques and roundtables. In this space, companies of the caliber of Ercros, BASF, Covestro, Kern Pharma, L’Oréal, Almirall o Moeve They will present real-life cases of industrial transformationThe objective is to offer transferable knowledge to the international business community, highlighting the projects best-in-class who will be recognized during the event's gala.

 

Decarbonization and energy transition

 

The first day of Expoquimia 2026 It will focus on reducing the carbon footprintProjects for the capture and liquefaction of biogenic CO₂ will be presented, as well as strategies to achieve the zero emissionsThis group will include entities such as Associació d’Empreses Químiques de Tarragona and signatures like Verdemobil Biogaz.

 

Also, the Clúster de l’Energia Eficient de Catalunya (CEEC) will organize a round table with representatives of Schneider Electric, LC Paper y La FargaThe experts will discuss the process electrification and the economic viability of the energy transition in large energy consumers.

 

Circular water management and water resilience

 

The second day will address the water transition in the face of the challenge of climate change. Solutions based on digital twins for efficient management and models of water circularity in critical sectors such as cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. Companies such as Celsa, Natura Bissé y Cantabria Labs They will share their experiences.

 

This bloc will have the support of specialized organizations such as the Catalan Water Partnership, Stanpa, AMB y Aqua Españafocusing on the reuse of resources and advanced digital monitoring systems.

 

New materials and industrial digitization

 

Innovation in advanced materials y biomaterials will headline the third day with the participation of Alier y Carinsa. In turn, the IQS y Leitat They will analyze the technology transfer from the laboratory to the industrial scale.

 

Finally, the closing of the event will be dedicated to the Artificial Intelligence AI and automation. Companies like Eurofragance, Sener y Kemchain They will showcase AI applications in industrial plants to optimize the compliance and confidentiality and supply chain leaders.

 

Concept	Detail / Figure
Celebration dates	Del 2 al 5 de junio de 2026
Location	Gran Via venue Fira de Barcelona
Sessions at Industry Showcase	More than 25 presentations and roundtables
Exhibitor forecast	Over 800 (along with Equiplast)
Visitor forecast	More than 21.000 professionals

 

Key points and frequently asked questions about Expoquimia 2026

 

What are the main themes of the Industry Showcase?
The program is structured around four pillars: decarbonization, circular water management, innovation in materials, and advanced digitalization with artificial intelligence.

 

Which leading companies have confirmed their participation?
Companies like BASF, Ercros, Covestro, L’Oréal, Almirall y Moeve, among others.

 

What other events coincide with Expoquimia?
It will be held jointly with EquiplastThe meeting dedicated to the plastics and rubber sector, reinforcing the offer in materials and industrial processes.