SIMAP 2026 – I International Seminar on Advanced Plastic Materials
Presentation
High-performance materials are playing a key role in transforming strategic sectors such as aerospace, defense, automotive, transport, shipbuilding, electronics, construction, and energy. The need for lighter, stronger, more functional, and more sustainable solutions is driving intense R&D activity, where collaboration across all links of the value chain is essential to accelerate transfer to the market.
The International Seminar on Advanced Plastic Materials was created as a meeting point for companies, technology centers, and innovation stakeholders to share real industrial challenges, recent technological developments, and emerging research lines. Throughout the event, high-performance materials and processes, dual-use technologies, functional solutions, and sustainability strategies applied to advanced products and systems will be addressed.
The seminar will combine technical presentations, poster sessions, and a networking space to foster knowledge exchange, create synergies, and identify collaboration opportunities in national and international R&D projects.
CALL FOR SPEAKERS OPEN!
Prepare your presentation proposal by March 31 and send it to jornadas@aimplas.es
Programme
Topics
This session will cover the latest developments in structural composite materials, from traditional solutions to high-performance composites. New formats, reinforcement architectures, and polymer matrices will be analyzed, as well as their behavior under demanding service conditions. The presentations will combine real industrial needs with R&D advances aimed at improving performance, durability, and efficiency in strategic sectors.
The session will focus on materials and composites with advanced functionalities beyond structural performance. Solutions featuring conductive properties, fire resistance, and radar and electromagnetic signature reduction capabilities will be presented. The goal is to demonstrate how these materials meet critical requirements in dual-use applications, as well as the technological challenges associated with their design, manufacturing, and characterization.
This session will explore advanced manufacturing technologies applied to high-performance materials, including additive manufacturing, automated processes, and hybrid solutions. Challenges related to industrialization, scaling, and quality control will be addressed, with a focus on the effective transfer of R&D developments to production environments. The presentations will showcase real-world implementation experiences in demanding industrial settings.
The session will examine the role of advanced materials in the transition toward a circular economy model. It will cover recycling strategies, the use of sustainable materials, and the reduction of environmental impact, as well as challenges related to Critical Raw Materials (CRM). The presentations will highlight technological solutions and R&D approaches that help reduce dependencies and enhance circularity in strategic sectors.
This session will focus on key materials and systems for energy applications and dual-use technologies. Solutions for energy storage, hydrogen, batteries, and sustainable fuels will be addressed, highlighting the role of advanced materials in enhancing performance, safety, and efficiency. The presentations will combine industrial perspectives with technological developments applicable to both civilian and defense environments.
Rates
Group Discount:
20% group discount for the third and the following registered assistants from the same company.
Not included:
The event registration does not include accommodation.
Sponsorship
- Promotion of your company during the event and logo placement on the signage, promotion materials and digital communications
- Interview on a sectoral media outlet
- Moderation of a thematic segment of the conference
- List of attendees (subject to prior authorisation)
- Invitations to the event for your company personnel
- Presentation at the conference (subject to approval by the Technical Committee)
- Welcome-desk in the event venue
- Mention in the press releases
Practical information
Location
The seminar will take place at AIMPLAS’ facilities in the Paterna Technology Park (Valencia, Spain).
Address
C/ Conde Alessandro Volta, 1 · 46980
Recommended accommodation
Double room, single use: 71€
Double room: 87€
*Breakfast included.
Book your room by sending an email to reservas@hotelmascamarena.com
15% discount on the best available rate.
CODE: SHBUSINESS
Parking
- Parking at Escuela de Negocios Lluís Vives, Av. Benjamín Franklin, 8.
- Parking at Calle Juan de la Cierva y Codorniu, in front of the petrol station
- Parking at Calle Leonardo da Vinci 11, next to the bridge.
Organizers
AIMPLAS has more than 30 years of experience in the plastics sector. The centre provides solutions to companies throughout the entire value chain, from raw material manufacturers to processors and end users.
Sustainable Development Goals
Register
The registration is done individually through the form.
20% group discount for the third and the following registered assistants from the same company.
Payment: Bank transfer
Once you have completed the pre-registration process, you will receive an email with the bank details to make payment.