Upcoming Conference News

Plan Now for a Record-setting R2R USA Conference & Expo

The first spring-time R2R USA Conference & Expo, scheduled for May 19–21, 2026, will draw a record number of attendees and exhibitors to the Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland, Ohio.

New Name for swop Trade Fair: interpack China

 Messe Düsseldorf introduces a new chapter for a strong brand. 

The Future of Pharmaceutical Packaging: Between Sustainability, High Tech and Global Market Pressure

The pharmaceutical industry is one of the most innovative and biggest-selling sectors in the world.

Flexible Packaging Association Launches FlexImpact to Champion Industry Social Responsibility

New initiative unites member companies in a shared commitment to community engagement and environmental impact.

Labelexpo Rebrands to LOUPE

Labelexpo Global Series will change its name to LOUPE, with the first show under the new brand name, LOUPE Americas 2026, taking place in Chicago next September.

SUN Automation Group to Showcase Advanced Corrugated Solutions and Strategic Partnerships at CorrExpo 2025

Featuring SUN625® HD Rotary Die Cutter and Expanded Aftermarket Support Programs

Significans Automation to Play a Leading Role at New AI Pavilion at PRINTING United Expo

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the most important technologies created in the past decade.

Flexible Packaging Association Unveils Full Program for 2025 FlexForward® Conference

The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) announced its complete program for the 2025 FlexForward® Conference, taking place November 4–6 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

MoistTech to Showcase IR3000 Series Moisture Sensor at CorrExpo 2025

Advanced Moisture Measurement Solutions for Enhanced Corrugated Packaging Quality and Operational Efficiency

Visit with Domino at PRINTING United Expo 2025

Domino, a global leader in digital printing solutions, will be exhibiting at PRINTING United Expo 2025, taking place October 22–24 in the North/South Building at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.

Hybrid Software Prepares US Debut of Extensive List of Newly Launched Prepress Automation Software at Printing United Expo 2025, booth 3610

It’s been an exceptionally active product development cycle for Hybrid Software, a leading innovator of packaging design and visualization software.

Skandacor Unveils World’s First Ultra-Affordable Inkjet Embellishment Press, the FINISHpro 3D 1623

New inkjet press offers flat and 3D-textured embellishments up to 16×23 inches for under $55,000, bringing high-end finishing within reach of any print shop.

Excelitas to Display UV and UV LED Spot and Area Curing Systems for Industrial Manufacturing at The ASSEMBLY Show 2025

WHO: Excelitas®, a leading provider of advanced, life-enriching technologies that make a difference, serving global market leaders in the life sciences

INTERPACK 2026: More Important Than Ever

Artificial intelligence, innovative materials, new functionalities and future skills: the major themes of transformation in the industry will not wait.

BW Converting to Demonstrate Baldwin EPIC™ System at The Battery Show North America 2025

Next-generation technology proven to reduce downtime, improve electrode quality and enhance operator safety

Verista to Showcase Advanced Pharmaceutical Inspection and Labeling Technologies at PackExpo Las Vegas 2025

Visit Booth N-5026 to discover innovative tray inspection and label & print reconciliation solutions and speak with technical experts 

Mono-material Packaging Manufacturers Face Costly Challenges from Unmanaged Static, Warns Meech

As U.S. manufacturers ramp up adoption of recyclable mono-material packaging

Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems and MultiCam Demonstrate Power of Combined Offerings at Printing United 2025

At this year’s Printing United, Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems (PCS) and MultiCam will showcase how its experts

IST America Brings Smart Curing Technologies to Printing United 2025

IST America (ISTA), a global leader in UV and LED light curing technology, is set to showcase its latest innovations in light-curing technology at Booth C4824 during the Printing United Expo

Coveris and TIPA Enter Exclusive Agreement to Deliver Home Compostable Produce Labels

This partnership provides a sustainable solution that addresses growing market and regulatory demand for home-compostable labels for fresh produce

Coming to America: Digidelta to Showcase Revolutionary BIOND Range at Printing UNITED 2025

Visitors to PRINTING United 2025 in October can see the bio-based BIOND materials up close on the Digidelta stand

New Water-based ACTDigi® LEP Primer, Part of HP’s Expanded Primer Portfolio, Offers Converters Improved Print Performance and Enhanced User Experience

ACTEGA, manufacturer of specialty coatings, inks, adhesives, sealants and compounds for the print and packaging industry

LEIBINGER and ID Technology – a ProMach Brand: Delivering the Future of Coding & Marking to North America

LEIBINGER has announced a partnership with ID Technology – a ProMach Brand to deliver the IQJET more broadly across North America.

Amcor Highlights Benefits of BW Converting’s PCMC Meridian Elite+ Anilox Cleaning Platform

BW Converting delivers proven performance with its latest laser cleaning platform, now operational at Amcor Flexibles North America 

BW Papersystems Introduces the SpeedLiner X at Labelexpo Europe 2025

BW Papersystems will launch its latest innovation, the SpeedLiner X, in Booth L82 at Labelexpo Europe 2025, September 16–19 in Barcelona.

Comexi: Pioneering Flexible Solutions at K 2025

From October 8 to 15 in Düsseldorf, Comexi will take center stage at K 2025, the trade fair for plastics and flexible packaging.

Labelexpo Europe 2025: All You Need to Know

Labelexpo Europe 2025 opensn its doors next week at Fira Gran Via in Barcelona.

EMT International to Showcase Next-Generation Finishing Solutions at PRINTING United 2025

EMT International, a leading provider of finishing solutions for the digital print, label, and converting industries

At Pack Expo Las Vegas, HERMA US to Showcase Robotic Labeling Cell and Front/Back/Wrap Labeler

Other solutions on display include a medium-batch labeler for autoinjectors and a precision label applicator.

BW Converting at Labelexpo Europe 2025

Technologies in Booth 4G42 reflect a focused investment in automation, sustainability and smarter pressroom operations 

2026 Events

February 26 | Converters Expo South, Charlotte, NC (https://www.packagingstrategies.com/converters-expo-south)

April 10-13 | TAPPI FlexPack PLACE Conference, Austin, Texas (https://www.tappi.org)

April 13-16 | Modex 2026, Atlanta, Georgia (https://www.modexshow.com/)

April 15-16, 2026 | Converters Expo 2026, Green Bay, WI (https://www.packagingstrategies.com/converters-expo)

April 15-16 | Pulp & Beyond, Helsinki, Finland (www.pulpandbeyond.com)

May 7-13 | Interpack, Dusseldorf, Germany (https://www.interpack.com)

September 15-17 | LOUPE, Chicago (www.loupe-global.com/loupe-americas)

November 16-18 | interpack China, Shanghai (fka:swop) (https://www.interpack-cn.com/en)

2028 Events

May 9-17 | drupa, Düsseldorf, Germany (www.drupa.com)

October 8-12 | Super Corr Expo, Orlando, Florida (https://www.supercorrexpo.org)

Exhibitors’ Sneak Peek

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