Chemspec Europe will celebrate its 40th edition on 24-25 May 2027 at Messe Basel, Switzerland, giving fine and speciality chemicals businesses an opportunity to find specialist products and identify new suppliers and manufacturing partners.
The trade exhibition spans the fine and speciality chemicals value chain, from custom synthesis, intermediates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) to additives, ingredients, contract manufacturing and regulatory services.
For visitors — including global chemical suppliers, industry innovators and technical experts — this offers a chance to discover solutions and potential partners beyond their usual networks, while exhibitors can reach prospective customers across multiple end markets, opening new avenues for commercial growth and collaboration.
The 2026 edition attracted 4235 attendees from 60 nations and more than 450 exhibitors from 28 countries.
For its 40th edition, Chemspec Europe will deliver a conference programme addressing the commercial and technical developments currently influencing the sector.
Topics will range from investment and scale-up to high-growth markets, sustainable and circular manufacturing, accelerating innovation and M&A and procurement trends.
Sessions will help businesses assess emerging opportunities, respond to changing customer and regulatory demands and explore practical ways to improve competitiveness and develop new markets.
Connecting the right people and creating new opportunities
The 2027 show will provide visitors with the opportunity to discuss application-specific requirements and explore partnerships, with the Chemspec Europe matchmaking platform allowing attendees to identify relevant contacts and arrange meetings in advance.
For exhibitors, Chemspec Europe offers direct access to an international audience of procurement professionals, R&D specialists and technical decision-makers looking for new products, suppliers and expertise.
The show provides an opportunity to generate qualified leads and build relationships with potential customers across multiple industries.
The New Exhibitor Zone will also return for next year's show, giving first-time exhibitors a dedicated space to introduce their businesses, increase their visibility and connect with prospective customers.
Christiane Beck, Event Director for Chemspec Europe, said: “Reaching our 40th edition is an important milestone for Chemspec Europe and the international community it brings together."
The breadth of the fine and speciality chemicals sector means there is real value in bringing different markets and areas of expertise together in one place, whether that's to find a new supplier, explore a technical challenge or develop a new business relationship.
"We look forward to welcoming the industry to Basel in May and celebrating four decades of connections and progress.”
Chemspec Europe said that its team are available to discuss stand options and participation opportunities with interested companies
Prospective visitors can also register their interest via the website to receive updates and be among the first to know when visitor registration opens.
The 2027 edition will take place on Monday 24 and Tuesday 25 May, a one-off change from the show's usual Wednesday/Thursday schedule.
