Malaysia Showcases Green Rubber & Smart Plastics Innovations at K 2025 in Düsseldorf, Germany
FRIDAY, 21 MARCH 2025, KUALA LUMPUR - Malaysia is set to showcase its leadership in sustainable and innovative plastics at K 2025, the world’s premier trade fair for the plastics and rubber industry, held from 8 – 15 October 2025 in Düsseldorf, Germany.
Taking place every three years, K 2025 will focus on “The Power of Plastics! Green, Smart, Responsible”, emphasising sustainability, digitalisation and circular economy initiatives. With growing global demand for eco-friendly solutions, Malaysia’s participation will reinforce its position as a key player in the industry’s transformation.
Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE), the National Trade Promotion agency under the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), will lead the participation of 12 Malaysian companies under the Malaysia Pavilion. This marks MATRADE’s sixth participation at K 2025, which will host over 3,000 exhibitors and more than 225,000 visitors across the globe, including key industry leaders, decision-makers, and innovators in this industry.
The Malaysian companies will showcase sustainable and innovative products such as engineering plastic compounds, palm stearin bio-resins, conventional thermoplastics, smart biodegradable plastics and green rubber products.
The Deputy Chief Executive Officer (Export Acceleration) of MATRADE, Mr. Abu Bakar Yusof states that “Malaysia’s presence at K 2025 reflects our growing expertise in sustainable plastics, circular economy practices and digital innovations. With Europe’s increasing focus on green solutions, this platform will strengthen our global trade ties and drive new business opportunities.”
“Malaysia’s trade with the European Union (EU) grew by 5.4% to RM218.85 billion in 2024, with exports of rubber products surging 30.2% to RM3.82 billion and manufactured plastics rising 38.4% to RM1.21 billion. The participation in K 2025 aims to further expands these figures, leveraging Malaysia’s innovation and sustainability strengths,” added Mr. Abu Bakar.
As the global plastics industry accelerates its shift towards greener and more responsible solutions, Malaysia is well-positioned to contribute to this transformation. K 2025 provides an ideal avenue for Malaysian exporters to showcase their capabilities, align with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals, and explore new market opportunities.
MATRADE invites Malaysian companies keen on expanding into the German and European markets to join the Malaysia Pavilion at K 2025. Interested companies may contact MATRADE Frankfurt at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for market insights, business opportunities, and networking support.
For participation details, please contact Ms. Sarah Hannan at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..]
