Largest EXPO PACK México in HistoryReinforces Event's Position as Latin America's Premier Packaging and ProcessingShow
Record exhibit space, internationalparticipation, and industry-wide engagement brought manufacturing leaders fromacross Latin America and beyond to Mexico City to explore innovations, buildpartnerships, and discover solutions shaping the future of packaging andprocessing.
México City; June 08, 2026 — EXPO PACK México 2026 returned to Mexico City, drawing 18,400attendees and 6,100 exhibitor personnel — totaling 24,500 packaging andprocessing professionals — for four dynamic days of innovation, education,networking, and business-building connections.
Produced by PMMI, The Association forPackaging and Processing Technologies, the event (June 2–5; Expo Santa Fe,Mexico City) brought together manufacturing professionals from more than 40vertical markets, including food, beverage, pharmaceutical, personal care,household products, automotive, and industrial manufacturing.
Attendees explored solutions from 740exhibiting companies occupying 20,675 net square meters (222,544 net squarefeet) of exhibit space. Over 200 PMMI member companies participated,demonstrating PMMI members' continued commitment to serving the Latin Americanmarket with the latest packaging and processing technologies, expertise, andsupport.
“EXPO PACK México 2026 showcased thestrength and momentum of the packaging and processing industry across LatinAmerica,” says Jim Pittas, president and CEO, PMMI. “The quality ofparticipation and engagement throughout the event reinforces its role as theregion's leading destination for innovation, business connections, and industrygrowth.”
EXPO PACK México's international reach wasevident throughout the event. In addition to country pavilions from Brazil,China, Spain, France, Italy, Turkey, Taiwan, and Argentina, the show welcomedorganized buyer delegations from Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Colombia, furtherstrengthening its role as a hub for packaging and processing innovationthroughout Latin America.
“EXPO PACK México continues to be theindustry's most important meeting place in the region,” says Celia Navarrete,director, EXPO PACK. “This year's strong participation demonstrates the valueof bringing manufacturers and suppliers together to explore innovation, buildpartnerships, and advance the industry.”
That value was evident throughout the showfloor, where attendees connected with suppliers, explored new technologies, andidentified opportunities to improve operations and strengthen their businesses.
“EXPO PACK México always exceeds ourexpectations,” says Miguel Ángel Sotero, Packaging Manager at Empacadora SanMarcos. “We find the solutions we are looking for and discover newopportunities to improve our processes. Beyond the innovation and technology,it is a key space for building partnerships and strengthening our network.”
Exhibitors also highlighted the value offace-to-face interactions with customers and prospects, using the event tostrengthen relationships, uncover new opportunities, and gain insights intoevolving market needs.
“EXPO PACK México is the most importantevent of our year,” says Pamela Melgosa, Marketing Director at Grupo Mayapack.“It is a key platform for generating business opportunities, strengtheningrelationships, and gaining a deeper understanding of our customers' needs so wecan respond more quickly and efficiently.”
Innovation, Education, and Connections
Throughout the show floor, attendeesexplored the latest advancements in automation, artificial intelligence,robotics, smart manufacturing, and sustainable packaging solutions designed tohelp manufacturers improve productivity, efficiency, and flexibility.
The event's educational programming alsoattracted strong participation, with attendees taking part in 20 freeInnovation Stage sessions featuring end users and industry experts discussingemerging technologies, operational challenges, and best practices.
Networking opportunities drew significantengagement throughout the week. The Packaging & Processing Women'sLeadership Network (PPWLN) LATAM Breakfast, Young Professionals NetworkBreakfast, and Vision 2030 Leadership Forum each attracted nearly 150 industryleaders and emerging professionals to discuss workforce development,leadership, innovation, and the future of manufacturing.
EXPO PACK México also strengthened itscommitment to developing future industry talent, welcoming nearly 500 students.Students participated in educational activities on the show floor, engaged withexhibitors, and learned firsthand about career opportunities within thepackaging and processing industry.
Looking Ahead
EXPO PACK México 2026 once again served asa strategic platform for manufacturers seeking new technologies, industryinsights, and valuable business connections throughout Latin America.
EXPO PACK will return to Mexico in 2027with EXPO PACK Guadalajara (June 8–10, 2027; Guadalajara, Jalisco),followed by EXPO PACK México 2028 (June 6–9, 2028; Expo Santa Fe, MexicoCity).
Before then, PMMI will host its largestevent, PACK EXPO International (Oct. 18–21, 2026; McCormick Place, Chicago).For more information about the complete lineup of PACK EXPO trade shows, visit: packexpo.com.
