About ATIM:

ATIM is an industry-led cluster connecting companies, academia, and government to accelerate innovation and growth in advanced and sustainable manufacturing. Funded by Enterprise Ireland and hosted by TUS, ATIM supports members—ranging from SMEs to multinationals—in adopting new technologies, building future-ready skills, and developing collaborative solutions. As a neutral platform, ATIM drives impactful partnerships and provides practical support to help businesses compete, grow, and lead in a rapidly evolving manufacturing landscape.

For more information: https://atim.ie/

About Polymer Connect:

Polymer Connect is a comprehensive all-island intelligence platform that boosts visibility, unlocks unparalleled opportunities for innovation and business growth, and strengthens the reputation of the polymer sector, benefiting all stakeholders involved in the sector across the value chain.

For more information: https://polymer-connect.com/

About NIPA:

NIPA is the primary plastics association in Northern Ireland, boasting a large membership of the full spectrum of plastics industry companies. The Membership is made up of manufacturers, research and development bodies, advisory & support services, further & higher education institutions and the wider industry supply chain. The company’s aim is to support and encourage innovation, competitiveness, exports and R&D by its members. Thus enabling profitable growth among these members and driving growth across the broader Polymer Sector in Northern Ireland.

For more information: https://polymersni.com/

About Applied Polymer Technologies:

APT provides world-class solutions for SME’s and Multinational companies using polymer materials across the medical, composite, recycling and pharmaceutical sectors. APT is hosted within PRISM, an interdisciplinary materials science and technology research centre. The PRISM RI is an internationally connected group of researchers specialising in polymer research, and its aim is to develop industry-relevant solutions to research questions spanning all aspects of polymer science and engineering.

For more information: https://prism.tus.ie/apt-gateway/

About the British Plastics Federation (BPF):

The British Plastics Federation (BPF) is the UK trade association representing the plastics industry. It was founded in 1933 and has since become one of the leading organisations in the UK, providing access to a range of services and resources designed to help businesses succeed in the industry. These include technical and regulatory support, access to industry research and data, and networking opportunities around the entire industry. With over 600 member companies, including plastics recyclers, polymer suppliers and distributors, additive suppliers, service providers, plastics processors, packaging manufacturers, equipment suppliers and more, the BPF represents over 80% of the UK plastics industry by turnover.

For more information: https://www.bpf.co.uk/

About the Plastics Consultancy Network (PCN):

The Plastics Consultancy Network (PCN) is a professional network of some of the most experienced independent polymer (plastics, rubber, polyurethanes, composites and adhesives) consultants in the world. Established in 1988, the Plastics Consultancy Network PCN.org has been serving the global polymer industry for over 36 years.

For more information: https://pcn.org/

About First Polymer Training:

First Polymer Training (FPT) Skillnet operates as a training network for the Irish Polymer Industry and is co-funded under the government’s Skillnet Ireland initiative. The company’s aim is to deliver world-class talent development solutions to meet the specific needs of the our industry. FPT offers a range of scheduled online and in-person training programmes and can also develop bespoke in-house programmes to meet your company’s specific needs.

For more information: https://www.firstpolymerskillnet.com/

About PMMDA – Polymer Machinery Manufacturers and Distributors Association:

PMMDA – Polymer Machinery Manufacturers and Distributors Association is a well established association that provides important information, representation and a mutual support for companies in the plastics industry. The PMMDA was originally formed in 1966 as the PMDA (Plastics Machinery Distributors Association). 

For more information: https://www.pmmda.org.uk/

About Irish Manufacturing Research:

Irish Manufacturing Research is a government sponsored initiative that supports the Irish Manufacturing Sector to adopt cutting edge technologies in order to retain a competitive edge in a globalised environment. The company works directly with industry partners to de-risk specific elements of emerging technologies.

For more information: http://www.imr.ie/