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The 2026 Polyurethanes Technical Conference drew nearly 700 attendees from across the value chain, along with 12 technical sessions, 20 posters, 43 exhibitors, and 60 presentations.
Keynote speaker Victoria King Meyer, host of The Chemical Show podcast, set the tone for the conference, exploring how companies can navigate a rapidly evolving landscape where traditional advantages—such as scale, efficiency, and execution—are being redefined.
Back by popular demand, the Women in PU Luncheon brought together 80 industry professionals for meaningful conversations, connections, and a chance to hear from leaders advancing the industry.
Thank you again to speakers Susan Jackson of BASF, Melissa Martinkat of STOCKMEIER Urethanes USA, Julia Rubino of Covestro, and moderator Victoria King Meyer.
Each year, CPI recognizes the best technical paper presentations and posters presented at the conference. This year, our judges selected 8 technical papers and 6 posters as the best in their session or category.
The 2025 End-Use Market Survey on the Polyurethanes Industry in the United States, Canada, and Mexico is now available for purchase. This 300+ page report provides a detailed analysis of the major end-use markets for polyurethane in North America.
