APFE Shanghai

The International Tape and Film Expo (APFE) is the world’s leading trade fair for adhesive tape and film technology. It is held annually at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) in Shanghai. Since its launch in 2007, APFE has evolved into a central platform for material innovation, industrial applications, and high-tech solutions. The event is organized by Shanghai Fuya Exhibition Co., Ltd., which has leveraged its extensive experience to establish a highly professional and internationally connected industry hub.

With its clear focus on adhesive materials, functional films, and coated substrates, APFE offers comprehensive insight into the entire value chain – from raw material sourcing and coating technologies to automated processing and end-use applications.

The exhibition showcases a wide array of products including adhesive tapes, protective films, pressure-sensitive labels, and release liners. Also featured are functional films such as optical films, automotive wrap films, electronic protection films, architectural glass films, and packaging films for new energy solutions. In addition, the show presents coated functional materials like foams, metal foils, paper, as well as fabrics, nonwovens, and meshes.

APFE specifically targets trade visitors from sectors such as electronics, automotive manufacturing, renewable energy, household appliances, packaging, display technologies, and medical technology. The audience primarily includes industry experts, buyers, developers, and decision-makers.

Each year, Shanghai becomes an international meeting point for suppliers and users of adhesive tapes, protective and functional films, as well as modern processing and coating systems.

The expo not only serves as a platform for innovation but also acts as a driving force for the materials industry across the Asia-Pacific region. It offers companies a valuable opportunity to strategically position themselves in the global marketplace.

In addition to the extensive product exhibition, key highlights include technical forums, business matchmaking formats, and technology roadshows. The visitor profile comprises professionals such as buyers, engineers, R&D managers, and technicians from industries including electronics manufacturing, automotive, medical technology, packaging, construction, and mechanical engineering.

APFE is far more than just a trade fair. It is a central hub for innovation and a powerful forum for international business networking. The NECC Shanghai – one of Asia’s most modern exhibition centers – provides the perfect venue for an event of this scale and international significance, thanks to its excellent transport links and state-of-the-art infrastructure.

For the twenty-second time there is the APFE on 3 days from Wed., 24.06.2026 to Fri., 26.06.2026 in Shanghai.