LatinAmerica’s Premier Packaging and Processing Event Delivers Live Machinery,Automation, Innovation, and Connections Driving Manufacturing Forward
México, México City; June 2, 2026 — EXPOPACK México 2026, produced by PMMI, The Association for Packaging andProcessing Technologies, opens today at Expo Santa Fe in Mexico City, bringingtogether thousands of packaging and processing professionals for four days oflive machinery, breakthrough technologies, expert insights, and businessconnections shaping the future of manufacturing across Latin America.
Running June 2-5, the largest packaging and processing event inLatin America gives attendees the opportunity to experience machinery inoperation, compare solutions side by side, and connect directly with suppliersand specialists helping companies improve productivity, efficiency,sustainability, and competitiveness.
More than 700 exhibitors from around the world are showcasing thelatest packaging and processing technologies for more than 40 vertical markets,including food, beverage, pharmaceutical, personal care, household products,automotive, and other manufacturing sectors. Across more than 20,000 net squaremeters of exhibit space, attendees will discover automation systems, robotics,digital solutions, sustainable materials, and integrated productiontechnologies designed for today’s rapidly evolving manufacturing environment.
International participation continues to reinforce EXPO PACKMéxico’s role as the leading packaging and processing event in Latin America,with exhibitors from key global manufacturing regions and pavilions hosted byArgentina, Brazil, China, Spain, France, Italy, Taiwan, Turkey, and PMMI, TheAssociation for Packaging and Processing Technologies, the show organizer.
“EXPO PACK México 2026 arrives at a defining moment for theindustry. Companies across Latin America are moving quickly to modernizeoperations, increase flexibility, and invest in automation and AI,” says CeliaNavarrete, EXPO PACK director. “This is where they can see those technologiesrunning live, ask questions directly to experts, and discover practicalsolutions that can immediately impact their business.”
According to PMMI research, 71.3% of companies increased machineryinvestments in 2025, with automation and productivity remaining top operationalpriorities. Manufacturers throughout Latin America continue investing indigitalization, connected systems, and smarter production environments toimprove efficiency and meet growing market demands.
Exhibitors are showcasing technologies designed to address theseneeds, including predictive maintenance, AI-driven machine vision,collaborative and industrial robotics, smart sensors and connected systems,digital packaging technologies, and Industry 4.0 applications for packaging andprocessing operations. Together, these solutions are helping manufacturersimprove operational efficiency while addressing labor shortages, rising costs,traceability requirements, personalization demands, and the growing need forgreater production flexibility.
Sustainability also remains a major focus throughout EXPO PACKMéxico 2026. The EXPO PACK Verde program helps attendees quickly identifyexhibitors offering sustainable technologies, recyclable materials, packagingreduction solutions, and processes designed to minimize environmental impactwhile supporting operational performance.
Education,Networking, and Industry Dialogue
In addition to the show floor, EXPO PACK México 2026 offers a robusteducational program focused on the industry’s most pressing operational andstrategic challenges.
The Innovation Stage returns with more than 20 free educationalsessions covering automation, AI, digitalization, operational efficiency, andsustainability strategies manufacturers can implement today.
Additional featured programs include:
· The Packaging & ProcessingWomen’s Leadership Network LATAM conversations focused on leadership, workforceevolution, reverse mentorship, and intergenerational collaboration
· The Young Professionals NetworkBreakfast supporting emerging manufacturing leaders and future workforcedevelopment
· Vision 2030 sessions featuringoperations leaders and industry specialists discussing productivity, workforcetransformation, continuous improvement, and technology implementationstrategies
Supporting the NextGeneration
EXPO PACK México 2026 also introduces new opportunities for studentsto engage with the industry through the EXPO PACK Scholarship program andinteractive on-site activities. Students and faculty can take advantage ofcomplimentary registration for qualified groups and an interactive scavengerhunt designed to connect future industry professionals with exhibitors,technologies, and innovations throughout the show.
Attendee Resources
Attendees can use the Mobile App, sponsored by ProMach, or theonline directory on expopack.com.mx to search exhibitors, browse sessions, andbuild personalized agendas before and during the event. The Mobile App andonline directory make it easy for attendees to find the solutions they needthrough multiple search options, including a new visual search feature. Iconsthroughout the directory and app help quickly identify exhibitors featuringsustainable solutions, live machinery demonstrations, and small-business-friendlytechnologies, making it easier to navigate the show floor and connect withsolutions that support their operational goals.
Networking opportunities throughout the event — including executiveforums, educational sessions, networking breakfasts, and show floorinteractions — help manufacturers, suppliers, brand owners, and industryorganizations connect and explore new business opportunities across LatinAmerica and global markets.
“EXPO PACK México is where the packaging and processing industrycomes together to see what’s next,” says Navarrete. “Attendees leave with morethan ideas — they leave with new partnerships, real solutions, and a clearerstrategy for competing in a rapidly changing manufacturing landscape.”
More than a trade show, EXPO PACK México is where technology,manufacturing, and business strategy converge to help companies navigateautomation, sustainability demands, workforce transformation, and changingproduction models across Latin America.
To register and learn more, visit expopack.com.mx.
