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NPE: The Plastics Show

NPE: The Plastics Show 2027 Freight & Shipping Guide

Planning freight for NPE2027? Get key show dates, venue information, shipping resources, and freight guidance for moving machinery, exhibits, and materials to the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando.
SHOW DATES
May 3
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May 7
LOCATION
Orlando
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FL
ADVANCE FREIGHT DEADLINE
April 14, 2027
KEY DATES

Trade Show Timeline

Stay on track with the most important freight and show dates.

Advance Warehouse
Opens
Advance Freight
Deadline
Exhibitor Move-In
Starts
Show Opens
Show Closes
Exhibitor Move-Out
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SHIPPING TO
NPE: The Plastics Show

Shipping Freight to NPE2027

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NPE2027 brings the plastics industry to Orlando for five days of equipment, materials, manufacturing technology, automation, and live demonstrations. With more than 2,200 exhibitors expected across the Orange County Convention Center, freight planning should start well before move-in.

For exhibitors shipping machinery, booth properties, equipment, or other exhibit materials, the right freight plan depends on what you're moving, where it's coming from, and how you want it delivered into the show's receiving process. Exhibitway coordinates trade show freight to Orlando with showsite, advance warehouse, expedited, and specialized shipping options built around your exhibit schedule.

YOUR SHIPPING OPTIONS

Advance Warehouse vs. Direct-to-Show

There are two primary ways to get your freight to the show. Compare the timing and advantages of each option to determine what works best for your shipment.

ADVANCE WAREHOUSE

Ship Early. Arrive Ready

Send your freight ahead of the show and have it received before exhibitor move-in begins.

ADVANCE WAREHOUSE OPENS
March 23, 2027
ADVANCE WAREHOUSE DEADLINE
April 14, 2027
best for:

Exhibitors whose freight is ready early and who want more flexibility ahead of move-in.

DIRECT-TO-SHOW

Ship Straight to the Venue.

Schedule your freight to arrive directly at the venue during the show's designated receiving window.

MOVE-IN BEGINS
April 22, 2027
VENUE
Orange County Convention Center
marshalling yard
10088 General Dr Orlando, FL 32824, USA
best for:

Exhibitors whose freight isn't ready by the advance deadline or shipments better suited for delivery directly to the venue.

Exhibitway recommendation

Plan machinery freight early.

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NPE is the kind of show where we recommend treating freight as part of the exhibit plan—not something to figure out once the booth is ready.

If you're exhibiting machinery or production equipment, start with the equipment dimensions, weight, origin, required delivery window, and any special handling requirements. From there, we can determine whether advance warehouse or direct-to-show delivery makes the most sense and build the transportation schedule backward from the show's receiving and move-in requirements.

For time-sensitive booth materials or equipment that can't ship until later in the production schedule, keep expedited shipping as part of the contingency plan rather than assuming standard transit will still fit the window.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

NPE: The Plastics Show Shipping FAQs

When and where is NPE2027?

NPE2027: The Plastics Show will take place May 3–7, 2027 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. The show will use the convention center's West and South buildings.

Can Exhibitway ship machinery and equipment to NPE2027?

Yes. Exhibitway coordinates trade show freight for machinery, equipment, booth properties, and exhibit materials. For machinery shipments, we recommend planning around the equipment's dimensions, weight, origin, delivery requirements, and the show's receiving schedule.

Should I ship to the NPE advance warehouse or directly to the show?

The right option depends on your freight and schedule. Advance warehouse shipping can provide additional scheduling flexibility when freight is ready early, while direct-to-show shipping may make more sense for machinery, late-production equipment, or freight that needs to stay in transit closer to move-in. Exhibitway can help determine the best approach for your shipment once NPE2027's official freight requirements and deadlines are confirmed.

Can Exhibitway handle expedited freight to NPE2027?

Yes. If production runs late or your shipping window becomes tight, Exhibitway can coordinate expedited trade show freight to Orlando. We'll work backward from the required delivery window to determine the transportation option that fits the remaining schedule.

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