# Global Chemical Expos 2024: Sustainability and Innovation Take Center Stage Key international chemical expos in 2024 spotlighted the industry’s shift toward sustainability and technological advancement. ACHEMA 2024, held in Frankfurt from June 10-14, gathered 842 exhibitors from 56 nations and 106,001 attendees across 141 countries. The triennial event featured breakthroughs like e-CODUCT technology, which simultaneously converts CO₂ and H₂S into valuable products using renewable energy, advancing carbon-neutral production. In Shanghai, the 16th International Chemical Equipment Expo focused on smart, eco-friendly gear, including continuous-flow reactors, IoT-enabled control systems, and photocatalytic oxidation for waste treatment. These innovations boost efficiency while cutting emissions. Globally, events like CPHI Japan (Tokyo, April) and CPHI Worldwide (Milan, October) facilitated cross-border collaboration. Together, these expos underscored the industry’s collective drive to integrate green solutions and digitalization into core operations.