On November 6, Mr. Li Liangjun, President of the Shanghai Polyurethane Industry Association (SPIA) and Vice President of Shanghai Huayi (Group) Company, visited PUdaily, a council member of the Association, to conduct an in-depth industry research and exchange meeting.
During the visit, PUdaily’s CEO, Mr. Gorwin, delivered a detailed presentation on the preparation progress and highlights of the upcoming Polyurethane Technology International Forum 2026 (PTIF 2026) — one of the most anticipated global events for the polyurethane industry.
Deep Dialogue on Innovation and Sustainable Development
Both sides held comprehensive discussions on the future of the polyurethane industry, focusing on technological innovation, sustainable development, energy efficiency, environmental protection, and industrial policy trends.
President Li Liangjun highly praised the preparatory work for PTIF 2026, acknowledging PUdaily’s active contribution to fostering international collaboration and driving technological innovation within the global polyurethane community.
Exploring Global Opportunities: India, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East
The discussion also explored new market opportunities and challenges across India, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East, regions that are rapidly emerging as growth engines for polyurethane materials.
Mr. Li emphasized that China’s mature industrial ecosystem remains a crucial advantage for domestic enterprises, while continuous innovation is the key to long-term competitiveness.
He encouraged Chinese polyurethane companies to accelerate their global expansion through overseas partnerships, while also inviting international enterprises to invest and collaborate in China.
“Open communication creates value,” President Li noted. “Cross-regional and cross-sector cooperation will inject new vitality into the polyurethane industry’s innovation and sustainable growth.”
Advancing Green Transformation and High-Quality Growth
President Li also introduced the latest achievements of Shanghai Huayi Group in new material development, industrial transformation, and green technology innovation.
He highlighted that the polyurethane sector is entering a critical stage of transformation and upgrading, where technological breakthroughs, resource synergy, and sustainability will determine the path toward high-quality development.
The Shanghai Polyurethane Industry Association will continue to strengthen its role as an industry bridge, promoting collaboration across the value chain to enhance the competitiveness of China’s polyurethane market on a global scale.
PUdaily’s Commitment to Global Polyurethane Innovation
Mr. Gorwin, CEO of PUdaily, reaffirmed the company’s dedication to leveraging its strengths in market intelligence, data analytics, and international communication. PUdaily aims to build PTIF 2026 into a world-class platform for polyurethane innovation, knowledge sharing, and sustainable development.
“Our goal is to connect global industry leaders, accelerate innovation, and empower the polyurethane industry with data-driven insights and international collaboration,” Gorwin said.
Also attending the meeting were Mr. Ren Bei, Secretary-General of SPIA; Mr. Li Lin, Deputy General Manager of PUdaily; Lucy, Deputy General Manager; and Ada, Director of the New Media Department.