PACK EXPO International 2026 Preview

North America’s most comprehensive packaging and processing event is almost here. PACK EXPO International 2026 takes place October 18-21 at McCormick Place in Chicago, bringing together 2,600 exhibitors and an expected crowd of 48,000 attendees.

“In the two years since our last show, trends like AI, robotics, and automation have taken off and become prominent in the industry,” says Laura Thompson, vice president, trade shows, PMMI. “We’ve also seen workforce challenges, sustainability demands, and regulatory pressures remain top concerns. PACK EXPO International offers brands an opportunity to see thousands of solutions to these pressing industry challenges on the floor in real time, learn from leading industry experts, and utilize their time effectively to come away with tangible results.”

This Processing eHandbook previews PACK EXPO International 2026 and examines emerging and important topics and trends related to processing and packaging.

For more information on PACK EXPO International visit www.packexpointernational.com