International Polymer Process Innovation Conference (PPI)

The 6th International Conference on Polymer Process Innovation (PPI) will take place in Leoben from September 1 to 4, 2026, and is being organized by the Institute for Polymer Processing at the Department of Polymer Engineering and Science. The event brings together renowned experts from science and industry to discuss and exchange the latest advances in the fields of polymers and composites, tooling technologies, and innovations in polymer processing.

In its 6th edition, PPI 2026 focuses on three strategic themes that define the Department of Polymer Engineering and Science’s research priorities—Sustainable Polymers, Smart Polymers, and Digital Polymer Science excellence with industrial relevance.

  • Sustainable Polymers: Circular economy solutions—mechanical/chemical recycling, design‑for‑recycling, LCA/carbon footprint, and bio‑based/biodegradable materials.
  • Smart Polymers: Function‑integrated materials—stimuli‑responsive behavior, embedded sensors, functional surfaces, and multi‑material/hybrid processes.
  • Digital Polymer Science: Data‑driven development—ML‑assisted material modeling, process simulation/digital twins, real‑time control, and AI‑based quality assurance.

Join researchers and industry leaders to advance polymer processing that is sustainable, smart, and digital.

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Important Dates

Abstract submission
June 1, 2026

Notification of acceptance
June 30, 2026

Extended Abstract for Conference Proceedings
August 17, 2026

Poster Submissions
August 17, 2026

Registration Deadline 
August 17, 2026

Venue and Directions

Erzherzog Johann Tract,
Montanuniversität Leoben
Franz Josef-Straße 18, 8700 Leoben, Austria

ACCOMODATIONS FACILITIES
Special quoted price room blocks are available in two hotels:

ASIA HOTEL & SPA LEOBEN****
In der Au 1, AT-8700 Leoben, +43 3842 412, reservierung(at)asiaspa.at

Hotel Kongress****
Langgasse 10, A-8700 Leoben +43 3842 46800, office(at)hotelkongress.at

To get the quoted prices, please mention the discount code “PPI 2026” when making the reservation. Reservations must be done directly to the hotel, by telephone or by email.
 

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Use of the e-charging stations
Travelling with your electric vehicle? Then we can offer you to charge your vehicle at the Universities charging stations. If you are interested, please contact info-ppi26(at)unileoben.ac.at 

To find out how to get to Leoben by train, they like to use the ÖBB Scotty widget:

Host of PPI 2026

Institute of Polymer Processing
Department Polymer Engineering and Science at Montanuniverstät Leoben
Otto Glöckel Straße 2, 8700 Leoben, Austria
Tel.: +43 3842 402 2118
E-Mail: info-ppi26(at)unileoben.ac.at 
www.kunststofftechnik.at 

Organizing Committee

Scientific Committee

  • Prof. Ludwig Cardon, Ghent University
  • Prof. Costas Charitidis, National Technical University of Athens
  • Prof. Phil Coates, University of Bradford
  • Prof. Clemens Holzer, Montanuniversität Leoben
  • Prof. Antonio Pontes, University of Minho

Management Team

  • Prof. Clemens Holzer
  • Dipl.-Ing. David Zidar
  • Tanja Grössing
  • Natalie Sencar