Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK), Great Hall C+D
The Organising Committee cordially invites all participants to the Opening Ceremony of the IUPAC MACRO 2026 – 51st World Polymer Congress.
As the official inauguration of the congress, this ceremony provides a formal welcome to our diverse global delegation. The event honors our collective commitment to the chemical sciences and highlights the emerging opportunities that define this year's program.
Join us as we officially commence IUPAC MACRO 2026 and initiate a week of rigorous academic and professional exchange.
MACRO 2026 Welcome Reception
28th July 2026
1800hrs - 2000hrs
Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK), Foyer
Kick off your congress experience at the IUPAC MACRO 2026 Welcome Reception in Kuching.
Designed as the premier social icebreaker of the 51st World Polymer Congress, this evening gathering offers a relaxed environment to reconnect with international colleagues, establish new professional connections, and meet fellow delegates from around the globe.
Unwind after your travels, enjoy local hospitality, and set a collaborative foundation for the productive days of scientific exchange ahead.
MACRO 2026 Congress Gala Dinner
Dress Code: Traditional or Smart Casual
29th July 2026
1930hrs - 2200hrs
The Waterfront Hotel Kuching
IUPAC MACRO 2026 Congress Gala Dinner, the definitive social highlight of the 51st World Polymer Congress. This formal dining event is curated to honor our international participants, providing a distinguished setting for peer-to-peer engagement and cross-border networking.
MACRO 2026 Closing Ceremony
31st July 2026
1645hrs - 1715hrs
Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK), Great Hall C+D
The Closing Ceremony of IUPAC MACRO 2026 marks the culmination of a remarkable week dedicated to advancing macromolecular chemistry. It is a time to celebrate our collective achievements, express our sincere gratitude to all delegates and organisers, and reflect on the groundbreaking discoveries and collaborations forged during the congress.
Join us as we bring this inspiring week to an official close. Together, we will highlight the week's defining moments, recognize the outstanding contributions of our peers, and look ahead to the future of chemical science.
While your partner is attending the congress sessions, your own Bornean adventure awaits! We warmly invite you to step outside the hotel and join us for a beautifully curated, stress-free half-day tour designed specifically for our accompanying persons. Kuching is a city bursting with vibrant colors, rich history, and breathtaking nature and we want to share the absolute best of it with you.
MACRO 2026 Opening Ceremony
The Organising Committee cordially invites all participants to the Opening Ceremony of the IUPAC MACRO 2026 – 51st World Polymer Congress.
As the official inauguration of the congress, this ceremony provides a formal welcome to our diverse global delegation. The event honors our collective commitment to the chemical sciences and highlights the emerging opportunities that define this year's program.
Join us as we officially commence IUPAC MACRO 2026 and initiate a week of rigorous academic and professional exchange.
MACRO 2026 Welcome Reception
Kick off your congress experience at the IUPAC MACRO 2026 Welcome Reception in Kuching.
Designed as the premier social icebreaker of the 51st World Polymer Congress, this evening gathering offers a relaxed environment to reconnect with international colleagues, establish new professional connections, and meet fellow delegates from around the globe.
Unwind after your travels, enjoy local hospitality, and set a collaborative foundation for the productive days of scientific exchange ahead.
MACRO 2026 Congress Gala Dinner
Dress Code: Traditional or Smart Casual
IUPAC MACRO 2026 Congress Gala Dinner, the definitive social highlight of the 51st World Polymer Congress. This formal dining event is curated to honor our international participants, providing a distinguished setting for peer-to-peer engagement and cross-border networking.
MACRO 2026 Closing Ceremony
The Closing Ceremony of IUPAC MACRO 2026 marks the culmination of a remarkable week dedicated to advancing macromolecular chemistry. It is a time to celebrate our collective achievements, express our sincere gratitude to all delegates and organisers, and reflect on the groundbreaking discoveries and collaborations forged during the congress.
Join us as we bring this inspiring week to an official close. Together, we will highlight the week's defining moments, recognize the outstanding contributions of our peers, and look ahead to the future of chemical science.
MACRO 2026 Accompanying person Half Day Tour
While your partner is attending the congress sessions, your own Bornean adventure awaits! We warmly invite you to step outside the hotel and join us for a beautifully curated, stress-free half-day tour designed specifically for our accompanying persons. Kuching is a city bursting with vibrant colors, rich history, and breathtaking nature and we want to share the absolute best of it with you.