Global Polymer Summit 2026 takes place from September 28-30, 2026 at the Kentucky International Convention Center in Louisville, Kentucky. The event is the unified platform created by merging the International Elastomer Conference (IEC) and the International Tire Exposition & Conference (ITEC).

The summit combines learning, expo activity, technical presentations, educational symposium sessions, business and industry theater content, networking programs and student activities for the broader polymer, rubber and tire manufacturing community. For the ITEC brand in particular, the platform continues its focused role for tire makers and supplier companies across automation controls, calenders, extruders, inspection systems, materials handling, non-destructive testing and tire assembly equipment.