Vinyl India: Over 1,200 delegates to witness world’s largest PVC summit

Recognised as the world's largest PVC summit and exhibition, this gathering brings together the entire global vinyl value chain at a time when the industry faces significant market shifts and logistical challenges.

The 2026 summit assumes greater significance as the PVC industry passes through a phase of unprecedented global turbulence. Over the past few weeks, markets have witnessed upheavals that have created deep uncertainty across the global supply chain.

Industry experts describe the current environment through the lens of VUCA—Volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity. Global disruption in trade, energy, and industrial sectors has impacted every stakeholder, from resin producers to end-product manufacturers. Vinyl India aims to provide a platform to interpret these patterns and find practical responses to logistics bottlenecks and sustained pricing pressures.

Despite these hurdles, long-term growth catalysts remain strong, particularly in India. The country faces a significant PVC deficit while simultaneously undergoing infrastructure development and expansion in new energy sectors. This creates a unique opportunity for global players to engage with the Indian market.

In a landmark first for the summit, the 13th edition introduces dedicated B2B speed networking. This initiative transforms the event into a business acceleration platform through pre-scheduled meetings and focused interactions intended to foster partnerships and business development.

A central highlight of the summit is the focus on the Vinyl Value Chain, which will be explored through a comprehensive roadmap. The sessions are designed to move from global and Indian market fundamentals toward the future of sustainable applications.

Key areas of focus include the expanding CPVC and pipes sectors, which are vital for India’s infrastructure, alongside the evolving role of additives and stabilisers. The summit also addresses the window and fenestration market, a key driver for PVC demand in the construction industry.

Sustainability takes centre stage with a dedicated focus on the circular economy and sustainability. Discussions will delve into how the Indian PVC industry can align with global environmental goals while maintaining industrial growth. This depth is complemented by specialist sessions on innovations in PVC manufacturing and next-generation machinery.