interpack 2026 will bring together the full spectrum of technologies serving the confectionery and bakery industries, with dedicated exhibition zones spanning Halls 1, 3, and 4 in Düsseldorf. Covering approximately 40,000 square meters, the showcase will feature solutions across the entire value chain, from raw material processing and forming to coating and packaging. Leading exhibitors, including Bühler, Sollich, Theegarten-Pactec, SACMI, and Coperion, will present technologies designed to address the sector’s evolving production and packaging requirements.

Despite a positive growth outlook, with global bakery production expected to rise nearly 10 percent by 2029 and confectionery markets continuing to expand, the industry faces mounting pressure from rising raw material costs, energy prices, and regulatory demands. These challenges are driving increased demand for efficient, flexible, and sustainable production systems. Exhibitors emphasize that success will depend on strengthening supply chain resilience, advancing product innovation, and investing in automation and digital technologies.

At interpack 2026, the focus shifts from incremental improvement to strategic transformation. Solutions on display will highlight the integration of automation, artificial intelligence, and data-driven process control to improve throughput, consistency, and cost efficiency. As manufacturers prioritize modernization over new builds, the event is a key place to evaluate technologies that make production smarter and more adaptable to future market demands.