International Molded Fiber Association Announces 26th Annual Conference from Sept. 11-13, 2024, in Carlsbad, CA

The International Molded Fiber Association (IMFA) has announced its 26th Annual Conference, which will take place from September 11 to 13, 2024, at the Omni La Costa Resort in Carlsbad, CA. The Conference serves as a platform for international molded fiber manufacturers, suppliers, and industry professionals to share insights, network, and explore the latest innovations and trends in the industry.

The 2024 conference will feature a wide range of keynote speakers, breakout sessions, and interactive workshops focused on sustainability, innovation, and emerging technologies in molded fiber manufacturing. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with other industry professionals, participate in hands-on demonstrations, and learn from experts in the field.

Sponsors and industry partners include Fiber Thermoforming Technologies (FTT), Kiefel Technologies, Motus, Additive Innovation and Manufacturing (AIM), Kadant Inc., Kemira, and Dalton. FTT, Kiefel Technologies, Triosim, Motus, AIM, HP, and Juno will serve as exhibitors, providing additional value to attendees. 

"We're thrilled to celebrate our 26th year of bringing together molded fiber manufacturers, suppliers, and industry professionals from around the world," said Gary Visser, IMFA Chairman. As we reflect on our history, we're excited to look toward the industry's future and explore new opportunities for growth, innovation, and sustainability."

The conference is open to all molded fiber manufacturers, suppliers, and industry professionals, and registration is now open on the IMFA’s website. Additional information regarding the line-up of industry speakers and presenters, the Welcome Reception, and the Awards Reception will be announced soon. There will also be an optional golf outing at the end of the conference. All conference activities will be held at the Omni La Costa Resort. Additional sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities are available. Please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for sponsorship details. 

For more information about the IMFA and the 26th Annual Conference, please visit the conference website at www.imfa.org/26th-annual-conference/  

2024 Events

October 28-31 | All In Print China, Shanghai New International Expo Center, (https://www.allinprint.com/en/)

November 3-6 | Pack Expo, Chicago, IL (https://www.packexpointernational.com/)

November 18-20 | Shanghai World of Packaging, Shanghai New International Expo Centre (www.swop-online.com)

2025 Events

February 12-13 | Packaging Innovations & Empack, NEC, Birmingham (https://www.packagingbirmingham.com/)

February 16-19 | SPE International Polyolefins Conference, Galveston, Texas (www.PolyolefinsConference.org)

February 19 | Converters Expo South, Greenville, South Carolina (https://www.packagingstrategies.com/converters-expo-south)

February 23-25 | 26th Annual Flexographic Pre-Press Platemakers Conference, Tuscon, Arizona (https://flexoplatemakers.com/event/2025-annual-conference/)

March 10-12 | Print UV, Las Vegas, Nevada (https://www.printuv.com/)

April 1-3 |  Label Expo Mexico, Guadalajara, Mexico (https://www.labelexpo-mexico.com/)

April 22-25 | Hybrid Fusion, Amsterdam (www.hybridsoftware.com/hybrid-fusion-conference)

April 23-25, 2024 | ARC Summit, Golden, CO (https://www.rolltoroll.org/2024-arc-summit-main)

April 29-May 1 |  Fit Expo, Miami Beach, FLA (https://www.filtxpo.com/)

May 4-7 | FORUM & INFOFLEX 2025, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (https://forum.flexography.org/)

May 13-14 | Print & Digital Convention, Dusseldorf, Germany (https://www.printdigitalconvention.de/en)

May 20-21 | Converters Expo, Green Bay, Wisconsin (https://www.packagingstrategies.com/converters-expo)

June 2-4 | ICEC, Palermo, Sicily (https://www.icec2025.com/)

June 18-20 | Global Pouch Forum, Clearwater, Florida (https://www.packagingstrategies.com/global-pouch-forum)

June 24-26 | Adhesives & Bonding Expo, Novi, Michigan (https://www.adhesivesandbondingexpo.com/)

July 21-24 | World of Wipes International Conference, Columbus, Ohio (https://worldofwipes.org/)

September 16-19 | Label Expo Europe, Barcelona, Spain (https://www.labelexpo-europe.com/)

September 29-October 1 | Pack Expo Las Vegas, NV (https://www.packexpolasvegas.com/)

October 1-2, 2024 | RISE® (Research, Innovation & Science for Engineered Fabrics), Raleigh, NC (riseconf.net)

October 6-9 | The Battery Show North America, Detroit, Michigan (https://www.thebatteryshow.com/en/home.html)

Oct 8-15 | K 2025, Messe Düsseldorf (www.k-online.com)

October 22–24 | Printing United, Orlando, Florida (https://www.printingunited.com/)

November 12-14 | R2R Europe, Milan, Italy (https://www.rolltoroll.org/)

2026 Events

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 | Pulp & Beyond, Helsinki, Finland (www.pulpandbeyond.com)

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

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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