Don't miss the leading international composites show in March 2026!
JEC World is the world's leading trade show dedicated to composite materials and their applications. Organized in Paris, JEC World is the industry's leading trade show, welcoming the main players in the market, gathered to develop their business and their network, but also to share their innovations. JEC World it is 33,000 visitors, 1,200 exhibitors and 112 countries represented.
A unique portfolio of materials for your composites!
The composites market, a dual challenge of performance and sustainability!
Arkema's innovative and sustainable materials address some of the major challenges facing our society:
- Decarbonizing the industry
- Accelerating the development of new energies
- Promoting the circular economy
- Taking actions for health and well-being
Conference
Advanced Thermoplastic Composite Materials for High-Pressure Hydrogen Storage in Trailers
Together with Air Liquide, Arkema has achieved a major advancement in hydrogen pressure vessel technology using bio-based Rilsan® PA11. Derived from castor oil, this polymer combines a low carbon footprint, excellent hydrogen barrier properties, minimal water uptake, and high ductility ideal for the liner, the vessel’s hydrogen containment layer.
To strengthen the structure, Arkema developed UDX® PA11 tapes, composed of continuous carbon fibers impregnated with PA11 and optimized for processability and mechanical performance. Their perfect compatibility with the PA11 liner enables a monolithic all-PA11 tank design, improving safety (preventing liner collapse), performance, and recyclability at end-of-life. This integrated solution sets a new benchmark for sustainable, high-performance hydrogen mobility.
Rilsan® Polyamide 11 for Hydrogen Tank Liners and Hydrogen Fuel Lines
The excellent intrinsic resistance of Rilsan® Polyamide 11 to low temperatures explains its effectiveness as a sealing layer for hydrogen tanks, the key component to ensure safe hydrogen storage in FCEV vehicles. Hydrogen tanks undergo enormous variations in internal pressure, and Rilsan® Polyamide 11 has been proven to resist crack and blister formation during compression and decompression. In addition, Rilsan® Polyamide 11 is extremely lightweight, which is ideal for vehicle manufacturers who are always looking to reduce weight. Another key advantage of Rilsan® Polyamide 11 is its ease of processing. Whether it’s rotomolding, blow extrusion, injection molding and welding, or extrusion, there is a suitable grade of Rilsan® Polyamide 11. This high-performance polyamide is not only useful for onboard fuel tanks but can also be used in hydrogen supply infrastructure such as fueling stations.
The requirements for producing hydrogen lines and connectors are very similar to those for traditional fuel lines in internal combustion vehicles. Since plastic parts are mainly located under the chassis, they are exposed to harsh outdoor environments such as road salts and gravel, and Rilsan® Polyamide 11 has proven its worth in fuel line applications thanks to its excellent chemical resistance and mechanical properties such as impact, temperature, and pressure resistance. It also offers outstanding barrier properties compared to other thermoplastics.
Elium® resins, now available with recycled content
Arkema launched new Elium® resins using recycled contents that increase sustainability of composites parts.
A first generation of Elium® containing at least 18% recycled resin is already available for the most requested grades, and a formulation with 92% recycled materials is currently being tested.
The properties of these new grades remain unchanged compared to existing resins: processing characteristics, manufacturing parameters, and composite performance. The difference lies in the reduced environmental impact of the finished parts and increasingly durable composites thanks to this new resin.
Elium® is a unique composite manufacturing solution that allows the use of the same tools and methods as those used for standard liquid resins, with the added advantage of making them thermoplastic and recyclable. Elium® composite parts, as well as production waste, can be recycled through depolymerization or mechanical recycling.
Come and discover these recycling solutions at our booth in a new immersive experience.
Kepstan® PEKK, one K makes all the difference
Lightweight, strong and resistant to almost everything!
This PEKK Kepstan® high-performance material provides a unique combination of properties over a very wide range of temperatures. This polymer family has exceptional advantages for processing and expands the application possibilities offered by the PAEK family. Kepstan® PEKK is developped for the aerospace sector, in partnership with Hexcel.
Learn more about Kepstan® PEKK
UDX® PA11 & UDX® PPA – High-Performance Thermoplastic Composite Solutions
UDX® PA11: Lightweight, Resilient, and Sustainable
UDX® PA11 unidirectional tapes, made of carbon fibers impregnated with thermoplastic resins, are designed for demanding applications in sports, leisure, transportation, and industry. Based on 100% bio-sourced and recyclable polyamide 11, they offer a unique balance of lightness, stiffness, and responsiveness, combined with excellent impact resistance, low moisture uptake, and stable performance at low temperatures. Ideal for full composite parts or localized reinforcements integrated into existing processes (injection, thermoforming, overmolding), they are commonly used in rackets, frames, reinforced footwear, and bindings. They also suit hydrogen storage applications, including pressure or cryogenic liquid tanks combined with PA11 liners for gas transportation and storage.
Key benefits: lightweight and high stiffness, responsiveness and impact resistance, bio-sourced and recyclable, low moisture absorption, and maintained performance at low temperatures.
UDX® PPA: High Temperature and Robustness
For hot and humid environments, UDX® PPA tapes based on Rilsan® Matrix (PPA) provide a high glass transition temperature (150°C) to withstand heat and self-heating during fast hydrogen tank filling, a low melting point (260°C) for easier processing, and low moisture uptake for dimensional stability. Applications include high-pressure hydrogen tanks, rotor and stator sleeves for electric motors, and automotive components exposed to thermal and chemical stress.
Why choose UDX® PPA: biobased and recyclable thermoplastic technology, carbon fiber for maximum rigidity, and solutions compatible with existing industrial processes.
Zenimid® Polyimides – Advanced Solutions for Composites Including Release Film and Vacuum Bag
Arkema’s ultra–high-performance Zenimid® polyimides, developed through PI Advanced Materials, offer a robust solution for composite technologies across aerospace, automotive, electronics, and industrial markets. Their core strengths include Ultra‑wide thermal range: stable from nearly –270 °C to over 400 °C , exceptional dimensional control, flexibility, and durability even in extreme environments, High chemical and flame resistance, combined with strong electrical insulation properties . Zenimid® polyimides grades are available as Films (4 µm to 160 µm+), and barrier layers, as Varnishes, designed for electrical insulation in semiconductors and e‑motors, Powder with thermal, dimensional, and abrasion resistance, well-suited for high-stress composite structures. Zenimid® polyimides empower composite manufacturers with materials that are engineered for the most demanding conditions, providing unmatched performance, versatility, and innovation for JEC-level impact.
Additives for tougher composites
Whether you need to improve toughness, strength, curing, adhesion or simply initiate the polymerization of your matrix, we have a solution withing our portfolio!
Reinforce the thoughness of your system:
The Orgasol® ultra fine polyamide powders are particularly adapted to epoxy matrix, and highly efficient thanks to their spherical shape combined with a narrow particle size distribution.
The nanostructured acrylic block copolymers Nanostrength® act as additives at the very heart of the material. They help enhance the impact resistance of the matrix with no loss of module or temperature stability. They can be used both in epoxy or vinyl ester composite matrices and in structural adhesives.
Graphistrength® carbon nanotubes significantly improve the mechanical strength of composites. They also prevent the build-up of electric charges in the resulting components.
Control the rheology of your composite:
Lower VOCs of your matrix with specialty crosslinkers:
Initiate polymerization efficiently:
Sartomer® photoinitiators come in handy for hybrid systems involving a UV or LED curing step.
Smart Adhesives
Bostik will present its Prep DB primer, a major innovation that addresses the critical challenges of repair and recycling at the end of a vehicle's life. Developed as part of an open innovation strategy, it uses thermal activation to break the bond between the adhesive and the substrate, making it possible to disassemble components without damaging the surrounding materials.
Piezotech®, electroactive polymers for high-tech applications
Our products
Elium® Thermoplastic resin for recyclable composites
Graphistrength® multiwall carbon nanotubes
Graphistrength® multi walled carbon nanotubes significantly improve the mechanical strength of composites. Dispersed in a ...
Nanostrength® self-assembling block copolymers
Nanostrength® is a new family of self-assembling block copolymers that organize on the nanometer scale. When blended into a polymer ...
Luperox® peroxyketals
Luperox® peroxyketals are used to synthesize polystyrene resins, and as crosslinking agents for polyolefins or engineered ...
Luperox® hydroperoxides
Luperox® tertiary-butyl and tertiary-amyl hydroperoxides are widely used as chemical intermediates and as free radical ...
Pebax® Elastomer Family
Pebax® thermoplastic elastomers consist of polyamide and polyether backbone blocks. ...
Kynar® Fluoropolymer Family
Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) resins and copolymers designed for extreme inertness in harsh environments, flame & smoke properties, weather ...
Rilsan® Polyamide Family
High performance polyamides that deliver toughness, flexibility, chemical resistance, and permeation resistance. Many grades are bio-based.
Kepstan® PEKK
Orgasol® Polyamide 12
Orthopedic insoles are highly customized devices fabricated by podiatrists for each ...
Read morePolyamide 11, also known as PA11 or Nylon 11, is a 100% bio-based polyamide polymer that has ...
Read morePractical information
- When?
From March 10 to 12, 2026
- Where?
Paris North, Villepinte.
France- Booth?
Hall 5 Booth #U40