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3rd Edition · 9–11 Mar 2027 · Lagos
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Why Exhibit at COMPLAST Nigeria 2027?

COMPLAST Nigeria gives machinery manufacturers, raw material suppliers, recyclers and technology providers a direct route into Nigeria and West Africa's high-growth, import-dependent plastics market.

The Commercial Case

A Market That Buys What It Cannot Make

Nigeria imports roughly 70% of its processing machinery and 80% of its raw materials. There is no entrenched domestic supply base to displace — the question for a Nigerian processor is not whether to import, but from whom.

232 millionPopulation
3,000+Plastics industries
1.1 million tPolymer consumption p.a.
8.1%Industry growth rate
70%Machinery imported
80%Raw materials imported

That import dependency creates continuous demand for new and reliable machinery, better raw materials and additives, and recycling and sustainability solutions — the three categories COMPLAST is built around.

115
2023 Exhibitors
3,000
2023 Visitors
91%
Owner / Director / CEO / Manager
5
Countries Represented
Six Reasons

Why Exhibitors Come Back

Direct Access to an Import-Dependent Market

With 70% of machinery and 80% of raw materials imported, Nigerian buyers are actively looking for international suppliers. You are not fighting for share against an established local incumbent.

Decision-Makers, Not Footfall

91% of 2023 visitors were owners, directors, CEOs or managers. In this market the principal signs the capital equipment cheque — and the principal walks the show floor.

Live Demonstration Converts

Machines running live cycles drove the strongest engagement at the last edition. Power for demonstrations and machine handling are provided complimentary by the organiser.

Distributor & Agency Formation

The 2023 edition produced agency agreements, distributor appointments and local representation arrangements — the structures international suppliers need to serve the market long term.

Gateway to ECOWAS

Lagos is West Africa's commercial capital. Exhibitors reach not only Nigeria but regional buyers and distributors from Ghana, Benin, Togo, Côte d'Ivoire and Cameroon.

A 360° Programme, Not Floor Space

Exhibitor portal, sourcing platform listing, centrally run digital campaigns, live visitor data and post-event database — deliverables that work before, during and after the three days.

Proven Engagement

What the Last Edition Produced

From the 2023 Post Show Report

  • Exhibitors from India, Nigeria and China across machinery, raw materials and services
  • Live demos and converting lines generated on-the-spot technical discussion
  • Exhibitors reported strong lead generation and partnership opportunities
  • Buyers concentrated on cost-effective machinery and adaptable material grades

Ideal Exhibitor Profile

  • Plastics machinery manufacturers & OEMs
  • Raw material, masterbatch & additive suppliers
  • Mould & die makers
  • Recycling and waste-management technology providers
  • Providers of ERP, automation, testing & digital solutions
  • Contract converters and white-label manufacturers
Enhanced Deliverables

What's Included

Deliverables scale with stand size across three tiers — 9–18 sqm, 21–30 sqm and 33+ sqm.

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Exhibitor Portal

Manage space booking, manuals, service orders and post-event analytics from one place.

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Exclusive Digital Promotions

Email campaigns, WhatsApp promotions and social media visibility, with frequency scaled to stand size.

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Global Sourcing Platform Listing

Six to twelve months of online presence generating enquiries beyond the show days.

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Data Access

Live visitor data during the show and the post-event visitor database, as per the data policy.

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Complimentary Services

Machine unloading and loading, power for live demos, compressed air and enhanced booth amenities.

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E-Catalogue Listing

Product profile visible to pre-registered and post-show visitors in the digital show catalogue.

Full Services & Benefits →

Book Your Space

Stand allocation runs on a first-confirmed basis. Early bookings secure preferred locations and enter the first promotional wave.

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