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KUTENO — Regional Plastics Trade Show

KUTENO is the regional alternative to large international fairs. Located in NRW Germany — Europe's densest plastics industry region (Düsseldorf, Cologne area). For regional plastics business: shorter travel, more accessible, focused on regional SME suppliers.

KUTENO Quick Facts

2026 edition:

KUTENO — Location: Rheda-Wiedenbrück, Germany; Next date: May 5–7, 2026; Frequency: Annual; Exhibitors: 300+ TRADE FAIR KUTENO LOCATIONRheda-Wiedenbrück, GermanyNEXT DATEMay 5–7, 2026FREQUENCYAnnualEXHIBITORS300+
MetricValue
FrequencyAnnual
Next dateMay 5–7, 2026
LocationRheda-Wiedenbrück, Germany
VenueA2 Forum Rheda-Wiedenbrück
Exhibitors300+
Visitors6,000+
Major themesRegional plastics SME, machinery, mold making, consultancy

Who attends and what to expect

This fair is most relevant for the following visitor profiles:

  • NRW plastics SME industry
  • Machinery dealers
  • SME tool makers
  • Regional processors
  • Consulting + service

Opening hours: Tue 10:00–18:00, Wed 09:00–18:00, Thu 09:00–16:00

Side events and programme

Conferences, special shows, and side events accompanying the fair:

  • Industry roundtable — Regional association discussions

Tickets — where to buy and prices

Recommended: pre-register online for lower prices than at the door. Official ticket shop: https://www.kuteno.de/en/Visitors/Tickets

Ticket typePriceDetails
Daily ticket online€15Online advance
Season ticket€303 days
On-site€25At the door

Prices are indicative based on the latest published edition. Buy tickets only through the official organizer linked above to avoid scams.

Venue and floor plan

The official floor plan with hall layout, exhibitor list, and routing is available at: https://www.kuteno.de/en/Visitors/Hallplan

Getting there

ModeDetails
By planePaderborn-Lippstadt (PAD) — 40 km / 30 min. Car / taxi; alternatives: HAJ Hannover (140 km), DUS Düsseldorf (180 km)
By trainRheda-Wiedenbrück station (regional) + shuttle/taxi (10 min)
By carA2 exit Rheda-Wiedenbrück; A2 Forum has its own parking

Hotels and accommodation

Rheda-Wiedenbrück, Gütersloh (15 km), Bielefeld (35 km). Regional hotels, no premium options directly at venue.

Booking tip: May not yet peak season NRW. 1–2 months advance booking sufficient.

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FAQ — Frequently Asked Questions

KUTENO vs Fakuma?
KUTENO: smaller, regional, NRW focus. Fakuma: larger, DACH-wide. For NRW regional business: KUTENO accessible (1-day visit). For broader European business: Fakuma. KUTENO has slightly different audience — more SME and regional processor focus.
NRW plastics industry?
North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) is Europe's densest plastics industry region. Major chemical parks: Leverkusen, Krefeld, Marl, Ludwigshafen-on-Rhine. Resin producers: Bayer-Covestro (Leverkusen), LyondellBasell, Ineos. Auto + processor cluster around Ruhr. KUTENO leverages this regional density.
Worth attending for international visitors?
Primarily relevant for German + regional European business. International visitors typically prioritize K Fair, Fakuma. For sourcing NRW SME suppliers, services, regional partnerships: KUTENO efficient.

See also: Fakuma · K Fair · Moulding Expo · 🇩🇪 German full version