2024 Global Packaging and Printing Industry Outlook: A Comprehensive Guide to Key Trade Shows and Emerging Trends

As the packaging and printing industry continues to evolve with new technologies and sustainability practices, 2024 is set to be a pivotal year. This report delves into the major trade shows around the globe and identifies the emerging trends shaping the future of the industry.

comprehensive list of packaging and printing trade shows scheduled for 2024 along with their dates and locations

1. Gulf Print & Pack – Dubai, UAE at Dubai World Trade Centre, January 9.
2. ICEC USA – Orlando, FL, USA at Orange County Convention Center, January 9.
3. Aerosol & Dispensing Forum – Paris, France at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, January 17.
4. IC Packaging Technology Expo – Tokyo, Japan at Tokyo International Exhibition Center (Tokyo Big Sight), January 17.
5. PCD – Packaging Parfums, Cosmetiques & Projeto – Paris, France at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, January 17.
6. Cosmoprof North America – Miami, FL, USA at Miami Beach Convention Center, January 23.
7. Upakexpo – Moscow, Russia at Expocentr’ Krasnaya Presnya Fairgrounds, January 23.
8. Empack Schweiz – Bern, Switzerland at BernExpo AG, January 24.
9. IPF Bangladesh – Dhaka, Bangladesh at International Convention City Bashundhara, January 24.
10. Packaging Innovations Schweiz – Bern, Switzerland at BernExpo AG, January 24.
11. Pharmapack Biomedevice – Paris, France at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, January 24.
12. Pharmapack Europe – Paris, France at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, January 24.
13. FoodPack Africa – Tanzania – Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania at Diamond Jubilee Hall, January 26.
14. Interplast-Pack Africa – Tanzania – Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania at Diamond Jubilee Hall, January 26.
15. Warsaw Remadays – Warsaw, Poland at Ptak Warsaw Expo, January 30.
16. ConvertTech Japan – Tokyo, Japan at Tokyo International Exhibition Center (Tokyo Big Sight), January 31.
17. Food Pack Asia – Bangkok, Thailand at Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC), January 31.
18. PlasPak Philippines – Manila, Philippines at World Trade Centre Metro Manila (WTCMM), January 31.
19. ProPak Philippines – Manila, Philippines at World Trade Centre Metro Manila (WTCMM), January 31.
20. Anfas Food Product Exhibition – Antalya, Turkey at Antalya Expo Centre, February 6.
21. IM Engineering West – Anaheim, CA, USA at Anaheim Convention Center, February 6.
22. West Pack – Anaheim, CA, USA at Anaheim Convention Center, February 6.
23. iFood Expo – Shiraz – Shiraz, Iran at Fars International Permanent Fairground, February 7.
24. Polyethylene Films North America – Tampa, FL, USA, February 12.
25. Nagpur Food Expo – New – Nagpur, India at Reshimbagh Ground, February 16.
26. Agro Pack Expo – Algiers, Algeria at Palais des Expositions d’Alger – Safex, February 20.
27. Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair – Bangkok, Thailand at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, February 21.
28. Packaging Innovations Birmingham +Empack – Birmingham, UK at National Exhibition Centre, February 21.
29. eCommerce Packaging & Labelling Expo – UK – London, UK at ExCeL, February 27.
30. Israfood – Tel Aviv, Israel at TLV Convention Center – Tel Aviv Fairgrounds, February 27.
31. PVC Formulation North America – Cleveland, OH, USA at The Westin Cleveland Downtown, February 27.
32. Stretch & Shrink Film Asia – Bangkok, Thailand at Banyan Tree Hotel, Bangkok, February 27.
33. Specialty Packaging Films Asia – Bangkok, Thailand at Banyan Tree Hotel, Bangkok, February 28.
34. Agro + Agrotech Nigeria – Lagos, Nigeria at The Landmark Events Centre, March.
35. Food & Beverage Ghana – West Africa – Accra, Ghana at Accra International Conference Centre – Grand Arena, March.
36. Saudi Print & Pack – Jeddah – Jeddah, Saudi Arabia at Jeddah Centre for Forums & Eventos, March.
37. Thailand & ASEAN Printing & Packaging Expo – Bangkok, Thailand at Impact Exhibition & Convention Center, March.
38. Fastmarkets Forest Products Europe Conference – Istanbul, Turkey at InterContinental Istanbul, March 4.
39. PackInno – Guangzhou, China at China Import and Export Fair Complex Area B, March 4.
40. PrintPack Alger – Algiers, Algeria at CIC Alger – Centre International des Conférences, March 4.
41. Sino Label – Guangzhou, China at China Import and Export Fair Pazhou Complex, March 4.
42. Sino Pack – Guangzhou, China at China Import and Export Fair Complex Area B, March 4.
43. Sino Print – Sino Label – Guangzhou, China at China Import and Export Fair Complex Area B, March 4.
44. Paper One Show UAE – Sharjah, UAE at Expo Centre Sharjah, March 6.
45. PlastiCon – Dubai, UAE, March 6.
46. PPP – Plastics Printing Packaging – Ethiopia – Addis Ababa, Ethiopia at Millennium Hall, March 6.
47. APPEx – Melbourne, Australia at Melbourne Exhibition & Convention Centre, March 12.
48. AusPack – Melbourne, Australia at Melbourne Exhibition & Convention Centre, March 12.
49. ICE Europe – Munich, Germany at Fairground Messe München, March 12.
50. ProPak East Africa – Nairobi, Kenya at The Sarit Centre, March 12.
51. BioPharma Expo – Osaka, Japan at Osaka International Convention Center, March 13.
52. FoodTec – Helsinki, Finland at Helsinki Fair Centre, March 13.
53. PacTec – Helsinki, Finland at Helsinki Fair Centre, March 13.
54. Plast Expo Nordic – Helsinki, Finland at Helsinki Fair Centre, March 13.
55. UGAF – Tashkent, Uzbekistan at Uzexpocentre, March 13.
56. Pack Expo East – Philadelphia, PA, USA at Pennsylvania Convention Center, March 18.
57. Anuga FoodTec – Cologne, Germany at Exhibition Centre Cologne, March 19.
58. BeviTec – Moscow, Russia at VDNH Exhibition Center, March 19.
59. CosmoPack – Bologna, Italy at Bologna Exhibition Centre, March 21.
60. CosmoProf Worldwide Bologna – Bologna, Italy at Bologna Exhibition Centre, March 22.
61. IFE – International Food & Drink Event – London, UK at ExCeL, March 25.
62. IFE Manufacturing – London, UK at ExCeL, March 25.
63. Nigeria Agrofood – Lagos, Nigeria at The Landmark Events Centre, March 26.

Emerging Trends in 2024:

1. Sustainability and Eco-Friendly Practices: With environmental concerns at the forefront, many trade shows, like PackInno and Anuga FoodTec, will focus on sustainable packaging solutions. Biodegradable materials and recycling technologies are expected to dominate discussions.
2. Technological Innovations: Cutting-edge technologies in digital printing and automation, showcased in events like Gulf Print & Pack and West Pack, are revolutionizing packaging efficiency and customization.
3. Consumer-Driven Designs: Consumer preferences are driving packaging design innovations, with a focus on convenience, aesthetics, and functionality. This trend will be evident in shows like Aerosol & Dispensing Forum.

Global Industry Impact:

The 2024 trade shows offer a window into the industry’s future, signaling significant changes in production processes, material usage, and design philosophies. These events not only reflect current trends but also set the stage for future developments.

The packaging and printing industry in 2024 is poised for transformative growth, driven by sustainability, technological innovation, and consumer-centric designs. These global trade shows provide invaluable insights for industry professionals looking to stay ahead in this dynamic field.