Date

October 27, 2027 - October 28, 2027
(Jaarlijks)

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location

Nekkerhal
Mechelen, Belgium

Sector

Industry & (Manufacturing Industry)

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EMPACK BE 2027

Empack is the B2B event for the packaging industry in Belgium. It brings together professionals, suppliers and decision-makers to discover the latest trends, technologies and sustainable solutions. With editions in Mechelen, Ghent and Namur, Empack is the central platform for innovation and networking in the packaging sector.

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Why participate EMPACK BE?

Empack is the largest Belgian platform for the packaging industry and takes place annually at three locations: Mechelen, Ghent and Namur. The event offers a complete overview of the packaging chain: from materials and machines to design, labelling and logistics solutions. Visitors will discover the latest innovations in the field of sustainability, automation and digitization.

In addition to the exhibition floor, Empack offers an extensive substantive program with seminars, live demos and thematic zones such as the Belgian Packaging Festival, the Pack Studio and the Folding Cardboard Pavilion. Innovative initiatives such as the Packathon and live podcasts provide extra experience and knowledge sharing.

With more than 130 exhibitors and thousands of visitors per edition, Empack is an indispensable appointment for anyone active in the packaging sector. Thanks to the central locations and excellent accessibility, the event is easily accessible to professionals from all over Belgium and neighbouring countries. Empack is a pure B2B event and positions itself as a knowledge and networking platform for the packaging industry of tomorrow.

Themes

  • Packaging materials & design
  • Packaging and filling machines
  • Labeling, coding & traceability
  • E-commerce & logistics packaging
  • Sustainability & circular solutions
  • Digitization & automation

Target audience

Empack focuses on packaging professionals, buyers, production managers, marketers, R&D specialists and logistics managers. It is the meeting place for everyone active in food, pharma, retail, e-commerce and industrial production.

Getting there

Mechelen (Nekkerhal): centrally located, accessible via E19, ample parking, Mechelen station at 10 min.
Ghent (Flanders Expo): accessible via E40, tram connection from Gent-Sint-Pieters, ample parking facilities.
Namur (Namur Expo): accessible via E411, Namur train station a short distance away, parking on site.

Exhibitors and visitors

Empack Mechelen: ±130 exhibitors and 3,250 visitors
Empack Ghent: ±125 exhibitors and 3,000 visitors
Empack Namur: ±70 exhibitors and 750 visitors
The audience consists of decision-makers and innovators who come specifically for product comparison, knowledge sharing and new partnerships.