LG Chem Targets Europe’s AI and Robotics Boom with Next-Generation Materials

LG Chem is intensifying its efforts to enter Europe's high-performance materials sector, targeting burgeoning fields like artificial intelligence data centers and robotics. The South Korean chemical firm will exhibit its next-generation engineering materials at Fakuma 2026, a significant plastics trade fair in Friedrichshafen, Germany, from October 12 to 16.

The exhibition will showcase a diverse array of materials tailored for automotive, electrical, electronic, AI data centers, robotics, and breathable films applications.

Instead of merely displaying individual products, LG Chem intends to emphasize customized solutions addressing specific industrial challenges. The company's 70-square-meter exhibition area will revolve around three themes: cost efficiency, sustainability, and innovation. By focusing on cost efficiency, LG Chem will present paint-free materials for automotive applications and metal component replacements, potentially aiding manufacturers in decreasing vehicle weight and enhancing production efficiency.

The sustainability segment will display bio-based materials and low-carbon solutions, aligning with Europe's push for environmentally friendly products to meet stringent regulations.

Moreover, LG Chem will exhibit advanced engineering plastics designed for AI data centers and robotics. These plastics, increasingly replacing metals, can result in lighter components, heightened energy efficiency, and superior durability. As Europe accelerates electric vehicle adoption and shifts toward more eco-friendly manufacturing, LG Chem aims to leverage the growing demand for lightweight, high-performance materials by presenting tailored solutions for emerging industrial uses.

The exhibition will also serve as a platform for deepening technical collaborations with customers. Over half of the booth will be dedicated to meeting spaces where LG Chem plans to hold technical consultations and explore potential joint development projects. The company will introduce its proprietary SISO solution, enabling customers to predict and validate material performance during the product design phase.

This platform is expected to assist customers in evaluating materials earlier in the development process and expedite collaboration. Lee Chang-hyun, head of LG Chem's Engineering Materials Business, noted that "Customers seek more than materials; they require next-generation solutions turning future possibilities into reality." Through Fakuma 2026 participation, LG Chem aims to strengthen its European footprint and forge partnerships across automotive, electronics, AI infrastructure, and robotics sectors.