Rubber Week 2026

Vienna, Austria – Rubber Week 2026 will take place June 9–13 at the Flemings Hotel Wien-Stadthalle, bringing together industry leaders, researchers and executives from across the global rubber sector.

Organized by TechnoBiz, the fifth edition of the hybrid event will focus on applied rubber science, technology and industry trends, with an emphasis on sustainability, digitalization and next-generation leadership. The forum is designed for decision-makers, technical specialists and researchers seeking practical insights and collaboration opportunities within the European and international rubber ecosystem.

The program includes a mix of conferences, executive workshops and technical training sessions covering topics such as rubber recycling and devulcanization, sustainable and bio-based materials, automation and digital manufacturing, advanced extrusion, and artificial intelligence in compound design. Sessions will run daily from June 9 through June 12, followed by a factory visit to MAPLAN on June 13.

Featured speakers include industry experts and academics from Europe, North America and Asia, representing organizations such as the German Institute of Rubber Technology, Pirelli Tyre, Versalis, HF Mixing Group, MAPLAN, and several research institutes and consulting firms. Presentations will address developments ranging from PFAS-free rubber compounds and circular economy strategies to AI-driven process control and data-based formulation design.

In addition to technical content, Rubber Week 2026 will host executive-focused programs, including The Rubber Initiative® Workshop on next-generation leadership, which aims to help participants translate strategic vision into operational execution within a rapidly changing industry landscape.

Registration options include individual conferences, training programs and workshops, with both in-person and online participation available. Corporate sponsorship opportunities are also offered.

More information is available at events.technobiz.org.