Overview: Press Releases
These are the start-ups at interpack 2026
19/03/2026
Every year, young companies bring fresh ideas to the processing and packaging industry. Twenty-two of them will be showcasing their work in the Start-up Zone at interpack 2026. The exhibition space has more than doubled compared to the previous event.
The world's largest event for the processing and packaging industry: interpack 2026 is in the starting blocks
11/03/2026
interpack is set to open its doors in Düsseldorf in eight weeks’ time. From 7 to 13 May 2026, the global processing and packaging industry will meet to discuss AI, automation, innovative materials and new skills. Market leaders and newcomers from all areas of the value chain are getting ready. The ticket shop is open.
From PPWR to AI: What visitors can expect at the interpack Spotlight Forum 2026
06/03/2026
Around 75 presentations, sessions and panel discussions: The Spotlight Forum at interpack 2026 brings together key debates on regulation, resource efficiency, automation and securing skilled labour. International experts from industry, politics, associations, start-ups and institutions will shape the programme from 7 to 13 May in Düsseldorf.
Materials, packaging materials and packaging aids: The full variety for all applications at interpack 2026
04/02/2026
“Innovative Materials” is one of the hot topics at interpack 2026 and the packaging materials area of the trade fair brings together the packaging industry’s concentrated expertise – with over 1,000 exhibitors and a globally unique variety of packaging solutions, packaging materials and packaging aids.
interpack 2026: Focus of exhibitors at this edition
28/01/2026
The interpack year has started and the processing and packaging industry looks to its global industry meeting in 2026 with palpable expectations. In a phase of fundamental decisions – caught between regulation, automation and cost pressure – interpack provides the framework for jointly classifying trends, technologies and solutions.
Record Numbers in Cairo: Food Africa and pacprocess MEA Delight Exhibitors and Visitors
17/12/2025
More companies than ever before: interpack alliance trade fair duo demonstrates market leadership for Africa and the Middle East There was much to celebrate, new courses set for the future, and above all, numerous business deals and contacts that had an immediate impact on the market.
swop 2025 Concludes 10th Anniversary Edition with Record Success – Setting the Stage for interpack China 2026
16/12/2025
The Shanghai World of Packaging (swop) successfully concluded its anniversary edition on November 27, 2025. The event marked a decade of rapid growth and laid the foundation for the launch of interpack China in 2026. Held at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC), swop 2025 brought together 950 exhibitors and welcomed 43,090 trade visitors from 122 countries and regions.
New name and clear direction for a growth region: pacprocess MEA to become interpack MEA
09/12/2025
pacprocess MEA will be known as interpack MEA in future and will continue to expand its role within the interpack alliance network. Messe Düsseldorf is thus strategically developing the event and strengthening its presence in the region.
swop is now interpack China: A new chapter for a strong brand
19/11/2025
Shanghai World of Packaging (swop) has been part of the interpack alliance for ten years – a fact it now proclaims in its name. With its presence as interpack China, Messe Düsseldorf is strengthening its international brand family and sending a clear message on the importance of the Chinese packaging market.
Shanghai World of Packaging 2025: Enabling Global Packaging Synergy via Integrated Industry Chain
14/10/2025
Celebrating its 10th edition, swop 2025 showcases pioneering technologies, immersive features, and global packaging trends. The event highlights how intelligent and sustainable solutions are shaping the next phase of industry development.