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Why Attend?

So – you are wondering why attend?

The SPE International Polyolefins Conference is the preeminent polyolefin conference in the USA and is among the largest polyolefin conferences in the world, dedicated to the industry since 1975, featuring cutting edge speakers, exhibitors, and sponsors in the polyolefins commerce. This conference draws hundreds of industry professionals: producers, suppliers, processors, marketers, application developers, regulators and thought leaders, from around the globe.

The science and technology presented at the IPOC will have great impact on the future of the industry with comprehensive sessions dedicated specifically to polyolefins, from fundamental catalysis to the sustainable disposal and reuse of the materials the industry produces.

The program begins with tutorials on Sunday afternoon and continues through Wednesday until noon. Each morning will showcase a plenary session, Monday through Wednesday. The exhibition hall opens Monday morning and continues through Wednesday noon.

Every effort has been made to adapt to the current realities of our world. The conference is therefore available in-person or virtually with access online-no one need miss this crucial conference.

Come catch up on the recent developments in the world of polyolefins and learn about the trends and drivers motivating those developments.


Fast facts IPOC 2025:

  • The Preeminent Polymer Conference in the World dedicated to Polyolefins since 1975
  • The in-person conference will also have online access
  • In-person & virtual participants have access to the mobile or web app for the conference to view the presentations from the speakers for 6-months post-conference. *When access is given by speaker
  • We expect in excess of 875 people from around the globe to participate either in-person or virtually
  • The improved layout of the exhibit floor offers easy access and flow for the 60+ companies expected to exhibit
  • Many sponsorship opportunities to introduce, highlight, and showcase products
  • Monday-Wednesday was opened with a keynote speaker
  • 130+ Technical papers, Sunday afternoon Tutorial
  • Student Poster Competition
  • 2 Evening Networking Socials along with numerous coffee breaks, on the exhibition floor, during the day
  • Meeting rooms are available for rent to meet with customers and suppliers onsite *For exhibitors and also silver level sponsors
  • Exhibition hall open from Monday morning until Wednesday noon
  • FINALLY, we will be celebrating the 50th IPOC. Join us!

INTERESTED…


Education/Training

Industry experts cover topics dealing with the technical aspects of the polyolefins industry as well as delving into the commercial polyolefins arena. You will find the subjects covered by our speakers to be extremely relevant and pertinent in the day-to-day operations of the industry.


Networking

This conference draws hundreds of professionals in the polyolefins industry affording the opportunity to meet resin manufacturers, equipment vendors and end-use producers. The SPE International Polyolefins Conference 2023 encompasses the entire industry value chain, whether on the exhibit floor, while attending speaker sessions or during a working lunch you will mingle with industry professionals. Additionally, the conference includes occasions to connect via several networking & engagement socials. You will have the opportunity to connect with the right people and form strategic partnerships.


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Along with being mere steps from the beach, this is a conference you do not want to miss.
Make plans now to attend February 16-19, 2025 and help us celebrate the 50th of the IPOC.
Come early and see the sights Galveston, TX has to offer.

The Morning View


Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center

IPOC 2023 will take place at the GICC which is part of the San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center. This venue is within walking distance to multiple hotels, restaurants, and entertainment destinations. Shuttles run constantly between the San Luis and the GCC.

This is a Galveston Island destination, with breathtaking views of the Gulf, that will not disappoint.

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