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
- Печать залива & Пакет – Dubai, UAE at Dubai World Trade Centre, Январь 9.
- ICEC USA – Orlando, FL, USA at Orange County Convention Center, Январь 9.
- Аэрозоль & Dispensing Forum – Paris, France at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, Январь 17.
- IC Packaging Technology Expo – Tokyo, Japan at Tokyo International Exhibition Center (Tokyo Big Sight), Январь 17.
- ПКД – Упаковка парфум, Косметика & Дизайн – Paris, France at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, Январь 17.
- Cosmoprof North America – Miami, FL, USA at Miami Beach Convention Center, Январь 23.
- Upakexpo – Moscow, Russia at Expocentr’ Krasnaya Presnya Fairgrounds, Январь 23.
- Empack Schweiz – Bern, Switzerland at BernExpo AG, Январь 24.
- IPF Bangladesh – Dhaka, Bangladesh at International Convention City Bashundhara, Январь 24.
- Packaging Innovations Schweiz – Bern, Switzerland at BernExpo AG, Январь 24.
- Pharmapack Biomedevice – Paris, France at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, Январь 24.
- Pharmapack Europe – Paris, France at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, Январь 24.
- FoodPack Africa – Tanzania – Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania at Diamond Jubilee Hall, Январь 26.
- Interplast-Pack Africa – Tanzania – Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania at Diamond Jubilee Hall, Январь 26.
- Warsaw Remadays – Warsaw, Poland at Ptak Warsaw Expo, Январь 30.
- ConvertTech Japan – Tokyo, Japan at Tokyo International Exhibition Center (Tokyo Big Sight), Январь 31.
- Food Pack Asia – Bangkok, Thailand at Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC), Январь 31.
- PlasPak Philippines – Manila, Philippines at World Trade Centre Metro Manila (WTCMM), Январь 31.
- ProPak Philippines – Manila, Philippines at World Trade Centre Metro Manila (WTCMM), Январь 31.
- Anfas Food Product Exhibition – Antalya, Turkey at Antalya Expo Centre, February 6.
- IM Engineering West – Anaheim, CA, USA at Anaheim Convention Center, February 6.
- West Pack – Anaheim, CA, USA at Anaheim Convention Center, February 6.
- iFood Expo – Shiraz – Shiraz, Iran at Fars International Permanent Fairground, February 7.
- Polyethylene Films North America – Tampa, FL, USA, February 12.
- Nagpur Food Expo – New – Nagpur, India at Reshimbagh Ground, February 16.
- Agro Pack Expo – Algiers, Algeria at Palais des Expositions d’Alger – Safex, February 20.
- Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair – Bangkok, Thailand at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, February 21.
- Packaging Innovations Birmingham +Empack – Birmingham, UK at National Exhibition Centre, February 21.
- eCommerce Packaging & Labelling Expo – UK – London, UK at ExCeL, February 27.
- Israfood – Tel Aviv, Israel at TLV Convention Center – Tel Aviv Fairgrounds, February 27.
- PVC Formulation North America – Cleveland, OH, USA at The Westin Cleveland Downtown, February 27.
- Stretch & Shrink Film Asia – Bangkok, Thailand at Banyan Tree Hotel, Bangkok, February 27.
- Specialty Packaging Films Asia – Bangkok, Thailand at Banyan Tree Hotel, Bangkok, February 28.
- Agro + Agrotech Nigeria – Lagos, Nigeria at The Landmark Events Centre, Маршировать.
- Food & Beverage Ghana – West Africa – Accra, Ghana at Accra International Conference Centre – Grand Arena, Маршировать.
- Saudi Print & Пакет – Jeddah – Jeddah, Saudi Arabia at Jeddah Centre for Forums & События, Маршировать.
- Thailand & ASEAN Printing & Packaging Expo – Bangkok, Thailand at Impact Exhibition & Convention Center, Маршировать.
- Fastmarkets Forest Products Europe Conference – Istanbul, Turkey at InterContinental Istanbul, Маршировать 4.
- Пакет – Гуанчжоу, China at China Import and Export Fair Complex Area B, Маршировать 4.
- PrintPack Alger – Algiers, Algeria at CIC Alger – Centre International des Conférences, Маршировать 4.
- Sino Label – Гуанчжоу, China at China Import and Export Fair Pazhou Complex, Маршировать 4.
- Sino Pack – Гуанчжоу, China at China Import and Export Fair Complex Area B, Маршировать 4.
- Sino Print – Sino Label – Гуанчжоу, China at China Import and Export Fair Complex Area B, Маршировать 4.
- Paper One Show UAE – Sharjah, UAE at Expo Centre Sharjah, Маршировать 6.
- PlastiCon – Dubai, UAE, Маршировать 6.
- ППС – Plastics Printing Packaging – Эфиопия – Аддис Абеба, Ethiopia at Millennium Hall, Маршировать 6.
- APPEx – Melbourne, Australia at Melbourne Exhibition & Convention Centre, Маршировать 12.
- AusPack – Melbourne, Australia at Melbourne Exhibition & Convention Centre, Маршировать 12.
- ICE Europe – Munich, Germany at Fairground Messe München, Маршировать 12.
- ProPak East Africa – Nairobi, Kenya at The Sarit Centre, Маршировать 12.
- BioPharma Expo – Osaka, Japan at Osaka International Convention Center, Маршировать 13.
- FoodTec – Helsinki, Finland at Helsinki Fair Centre, Маршировать 13.
- PacTec – Helsinki, Finland at Helsinki Fair Centre, Маршировать 13.
- Plast Expo Nordic – Helsinki, Finland at Helsinki Fair Centre, Маршировать 13.
- UGAF – Tashkent, Uzbekistan at Uzexpocentre, Маршировать 13.
- Pack Expo East – Philadelphia, PA, USA at Pennsylvania Convention Center, Маршировать 18.
- Anuga FoodTec – Cologne, Germany at Exhibition Centre Cologne, Маршировать 19.
- BeviTec – Moscow, Russia at VDNH Exhibition Center, Маршировать 19.
- CosmoPack – Bologna, Italy at Bologna Exhibition Centre, Маршировать 21.
- CosmoProf Worldwide Bologna – Bologna, Italy at Bologna Exhibition Centre, Маршировать 22.
- IFE – International Food & Drink Event – London, UK at ExCeL, Маршировать 25.
- IFE Manufacturing – London, UK at ExCeL, Маршировать 25.
- Nigeria Agrofood – Lagos, Nigeria at The Landmark Events Centre, Маршировать 26.

Emerging Trends in 2024:
- 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.
- 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.
- 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:
А 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.