The Japan Petrochemical Industry Association (JPCA) will host the Asia Petrochemical Industry Conference (APIC) 2026 in Fukuoka, Japan, reaffirming the event’s position as Asia’s largest and most influential international gathering for the chemical and petrochemical industry. Recognised as a premier platform for dialogue and deal-making, APIC brings together industry professionals and senior management to exchange insights, build partnerships, and shape the future of the chemical industry.
Asia’s largest petrochemical networking platform
APIC attracts more than 1,500 participants from over 40 countries, representing petrochemical producers, technology providers, and related industries worldwide. Through high-level discussions and networking opportunities, the conference actively drives collaboration and co-creation across borders. Importantly, APIC 2026 will focus on leading conversations that help the industry collectively move toward a more sustainable and resilient future.
Conference details at a glance
Dates: May 28–29, 2026
Venue: Hilton Fukuoka Sea Hawk, Fukuoka City, Japan
Organiser: Japan Petrochemical Industry Association (JPCA)
Official website: https://apic2026.jp
Registration & exhibition booths: Open from January 14, 2026 (refer to the official website for details)
Why APIC matters to the industry
APIC serves as a critical forum for senior leaders and decision-makers to exchange perspectives on the most pressing issues shaping the global chemical industry. Specifically, the conference enables participants to:
*Share insights on oil, gas, geopolitics, climate change, and global economic developments
*Exchange business intelligence on market conditions, regional trends, and evolving product needs
*Discuss structural challenges such as overcapacity, feedstock diversification, and sustainability imperatives
*Explore pathways toward a sustainable society, including carbon neutrality and circularity through recycling
Through these discussions, participants build shared awareness, deepen mutual understanding, and identify future strategic directions for the industry.
Conference theme: United by Chemistry for a Sustainable Tomorrow
The theme of APIC 2026 — “United by Chemistry for a Sustainable Tomorrow” underscores the industry’s collective commitment to co-creating a sustainable future through the power of chemistry.
The programme will emphasise:
*Co-creation across industries, borders, and generations to expand the possibilities of chemistry
*The role of chemistry in driving innovation and enabling a brighter, more resilient future
*Re-examining the significance and responsibility of the chemical industry in building a sustainable tomorrow
Shaping the future together
By convening global leaders in Fukuoka, APIC 2026 aims to strengthen collaboration and inspire action at a time of profound transformation for the chemical industry. As reported by businesswire.com, the conference invites participants to celebrate the power of chemistry—connecting people, ideas, and innovation—to collectively shape a sustainable future. Join APIC 2026 in Fukuoka and be part of the conversation that defines the next chapter of the global chemical industry.
