Pack Expo International tackles packaging industry’s biggest challenges

From rapidly evolving technologies and operational efficiency to sustainability, food safety, and supply chain challenges, packaging and processing professionals are navigating an increasingly complex business environment. At Pack Expo International, more than 150 free educational sessions will give attendees direct access to industry experts and practical strategies they can apply to their operations. The event takes place October 18–21 at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL, USA.

Education takes place directly on the show floor across five destinations: the Innovation Stage, Food & Beverage Processing Innovation Stage, Industry Speaks, Sustainability Central, and the Reusable Packaging Learning Center.

The sessions complement the scale of PACK EXPO International, where 48,000 attendees from more than 40 vertical markets will explore solutions from over 2,700 exhibitors across 1.3 million net square feet of exhibit space. Together, live equipment demonstrations and expert-led education give attendees an opportunity to examine both the technologies transforming packaging and processing and the strategies behind their implementation.

“PACK EXPO International gives attendees a unique opportunity to see the latest technologies in action while learning directly from the experts driving our industry forward,” says Laura Thompson, vice president, trade shows, PMMI. “With more than 150 free sessions taking place right on the show floor, attendees can gain practical insights on the trends and challenges impacting their businesses today and walk away with ideas they can put into action.”

Innovation Stage

The Innovation Stage features three stages offering 30-minute sessions where industry experts share breakthrough technologies, techniques, and solutions designed to help packaging and processing operations address today’s challenges and prepare for what’s ahead.

Industry Speaks

At Industry Speaks, experts from the PACK EXPO International Partner Program as well as leading consumer-packaged goods companies such as Amazon and Conagra Brands will address issues and trends affecting companies across industry verticals. Topics include sustainability, remote access, supply chain solutions, augmented reality, and operational efficiency.

Sustainability Central

Sustainability Central provides a dedicated destination for exploring packaging sustainability. Experts from companies advancing sustainability initiatives will share insights and approaches to help CPG firms evaluate opportunities and further their sustainability efforts.

Reusable Packaging Learning Center

At the Reusable Packaging Learning Center, sponsored by the Reusable Packaging Association, attendees can explore how reusable packaging systems can improve material-handling performance, reduce operating costs, create new economic value, and lower environmental impacts throughout the supply chain.

Food & Beverage

The Food & Beverage Processing Innovation Stage focuses specifically on advances affecting food and beverage manufacturers. Sessions will explore topics including food safety, high-pressure pasteurization, sustainability, cleaning, and other developments influencing processing operations.