Post-event feedback indicated potential business sales of more than USD1.48 billion, equivalent to over RM6 billion, over the next six months, reflecting the strong commercial opportunities and business connections generated through the event.<\/p>\n
KUALA LUMPUR, 3rd OCTOBER 2026<\/b> \u2014 The Malaysian Rubber Glove Manufacturers Association (MARGMA), together with co-host the Malaysian Rubber Council (MRC), successfully concluded the 12th International Rubber Glove Conference & Exhibition 2026 (IRGCE 2026)<\/b> at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC), recording strong international participation and encouraging business prospects.<\/p>\n
Held from 8 to 10 September 2026, IRGCE 2026 attracted nearly 9,000 visitors from 75 countries<\/b>, with 215 exhibitors from 17 countries occupying 605 exhibition booths<\/b>. The Conference also drew approximately 600 delegates from 22 countries<\/b>.<\/p>\n
Post-event feedback indicated potential business sales of more than USD1.48 billion, equivalent to over RM6 billion, over the next six months<\/b>, reflecting the strong commercial opportunities and business connections generated through the event.<\/p>\n
MARGMA President Mr Oon Kim Hung<\/b> said the strong participation reaffirmed IRGCE\u2019s role as an important global platform for the rubber glove industry. \u201cIRGCE is more than an exhibition and conference. It is where the industry comes together to exchange ideas, understand market developments, explore new technologies and create new business opportunities and partnerships.\u201d<\/p>\n
Held under the theme \u201cSynergising Innovation: Redefining the Future of the Rubber Glove Ecosystem,\u201d<\/b> IRGCE 2026 brought together manufacturers, buyers, suppliers, technology providers, researchers, regulators and other industry stakeholders from across the global rubber glove ecosystem.<\/p>\n
The Conference addressed key developments shaping the future of the industry, including global trade and market access, automation, artificial intelligence, advanced materials, sustainability, regulatory requirements and talent development. The Exhibition, meanwhile, provided participants with opportunities to explore new technologies and solutions, reconnect with business partners and establish new commercial relationships.<\/p>\n
The Conference also featured prominent international and Malaysian experts, including Dr Robert G. Hamilton<\/b> of Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Dr Zhaomin Hou<\/b> of RIKEN Center for Sustainable Resource Science, Prof Dato\u2019 Dr Adeeba Kamarulzaman<\/b> of Monash University Malaysia, Prof Alex Routh<\/b> of the University of Cambridge and Prof Dr Yeah Kim Leng<\/b> of the Jeffrey Cheah Institute on Southeast Asia.<\/p>\n
Mr Oon said the industry\u2019s continued competitiveness would increasingly depend on its ability to innovate, improve productivity and create greater value. \u201cOur future cannot depend only on scale. It must depend on how well we operate, how quickly we adapt, how effectively we innovate and how much value we can create.\u201d<\/p>\n
Malaysian Rubber Glove Industry Outlook<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n
In the first half of 2026, rubber gloves generated more than RM7 billion in export revenue<\/b>, accounting for approximately 66% of Malaysia\u2019s total rubber product exports<\/b>.<\/p>\n
The Malaysian Rubber Council has projected global glove consumption to reach approximately 405 billion pieces in 2026<\/b>, compared with around 290 billion pieces in 2019<\/b>, reflecting sustained demand across healthcare, industrial, cleanroom and other applications.<\/p>\n
MARGMA said the outlook reinforces the importance of continued investment in innovation, technology, productivity and higher-value manufacturing to strengthen Malaysia\u2019s competitiveness in the global market.<\/p>\n
MARGMA expressed its appreciation to the Malaysian Rubber Council as co-host, supporting ministries and agencies, sponsors, supporting organisations, exhibitors, speakers, delegates and industry partners<\/b> for their contribution to the success of IRGCE 2026.<\/p>\n
Following the successful conclusion of this year\u2019s event, MARGMA announced that the 13th International Rubber Glove Conference & Exhibition will return to the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre from 5 to 7 September 2028<\/b>.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe look forward to building on the momentum of IRGCE 2026 and welcoming the global rubber glove community back to Kuala Lumpur in 2028,\u201d Mr Oon said.<\/p>\n
For booth bookings, sponsorship enquiries and preliminary information on IRGCE 2028, please contact the MARGMA Secretariat at lysaiyeni@margma.com.my<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n