AFROPLAST

AFRO PLAST …. Face-lifting the Plastics, Rubber and Non-Woven Industries

AFRO PLAST will showcase the most modernized industrial technologies, applications and solutions serving the plastic, rubber and non-woven business segments whilst representing a unique business platform for international brands and key innovators to expand their business magnitude to Egypt, the MENA region and Africa through a one point connection.

AFRO PLAST is set to take advantage of the boom in the Global non-woven fabrics market size that is projected to grow from USD 24.26 Billion in 2017 to USD 34.85 Billion by 2022, at a CAGR of 7.51%. The non-woven fabrics market is witnessing considerable growth due to the growth of modern healthcare in developing markets and rise in awareness of environmentally friendly fabrics.

For the first time of plastic processing technologies trade fairs in Africa, AFRO PLAST will feature the presence of 100 accredited buyers and factory owners from Kenya, South Africa, Morocco and Nigeria to hold open channels of communication directly with the exhibitors within a well set bilateral business meetings program.

Africa...

The Next Hub for Plastic and Non-Woven Industries

Kenya

Takes the Lead for Plastic Industries in East Africa

10.4%

Annual increase in Imports of Plastics raw materials, between 2010 and 2019

6.5%

Annual increase in per capita consumption of plastics over the past years, from 4.4 kg in 2007 to 9.8 kg in 2018 with estimations of 11.4 kg in 2022.

12%

Anticipated annual increase in plastic processing machinery imports

Kenya

is the largest importer of plastics technology and machinery in East & Central Africa

MOROCCO

Ambitious Plans for the Plastics Sector

US$ 1.36

Billion Total market value

US$ 3.9

Billion in 2023, Estimated Market Turnover

650

Registered Plastic Factories

475,000

Jobs Created by the Plastic Industries

10%

Annual Increase in Plastic Processing technology Imports

Nigeria

A Truly Massive Plastics Market

Increase in Plastic Production from 112,000 tons in 2007 to 513,000 tons in 2020

70%

of Plastic Raw Material is Imported vs 30% Locally Manufactured

11%

Annual Increase of Plastic Processing Machinery Imports

3000

Registered Plastic Companies

475,000

Jobs Created by the Plastic Industries

In 2015, Nigeria's Plastic Consumption reached around one million tons. This Figures is Expected to increase to reach 1.5 million tons of Plastic by 2021

South Africa

Sustained Growth in Plastic Industries

The South African Plastics Markets is Currently Valued at Approximately US$3 Billion with an Expected Annual Increase of 7%

13%

of Original Plastic is Recycled Annually

South Africa accounts for 0.7% of the World Market and Per Capita Consumption of Plastic

High Demand for the Conversion Technologies Like Extruder, Injection Molding, Blow Molding, Roto-molding and Thermo-forming with 12% Annual Growth

22 kg

Per Capita Annual Consumption of Plastics

EGYPT

The Hosting Country… A Multi Billion Dollars Plastics Market

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Egypt’s production of plastic raw materials is estimated at about 1.1 million tons
annually; while the domestic plastics industry consumes 2.2 million tons of raw
materials annually

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The volume of Egyptian plastic and rubber products exports is $ 1.3 billion (including plastic raw materials), and it represents about 15% of Egypt’s total chemical industries exports and 6% of total Egyptian exports

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Egypt ranks 48th in the world in terms of plastic products exports volume

THE VENUE

AFRO PLAST will take place at the luxurious venue Cairo International Convention and Exhibition Center.

The deluxe venue is accredited as the paramount comprehensive exhibition center in Egypt; which is fully-equipped with all facilities including conference halls, huge car parking, unlimited floor loads, central air-conditioning and food & beverage outlets. The prestigious Cairo International Convention Center is dedicated to first class conferences and exhibitions catering for the requisites of all organizers with top efficiency.

The venue enjoys an impressive artistic design that charms visitors and exhibitors from all over the world. It is also located in one of the most prominent areas in Egypt; the Fifth Settlement, near to several 5-star hotels, entertainment destinations and only minutes away from Cairo International Airport.

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THE VENUE