Event organiser Easyfairs has confirmed that over 450 suppliers will exhibit at Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026, taking place in February at Birmingham’s NEC. The event will bring together the full packaging ecosystem, from brand owners, designers, and procurement teams to sustainability managers and innovation leaders, offering a comprehensive view of materials, technologies, and solutions shaping the future of packaging in the UK and beyond.

Visitors will be able to explore developments across packaging design, labelling, flexible packaging, automation, co-packing, and print, alongside curated zones, live machinery demonstrations, and hands-on experiences. Confirmed exhibitors include major industry names such as Amcor, Mondi, Kite Packaging, Saica, Elopak, Swisspack Europe, and Coveris, with more than 3,000 brands, including Coca-Cola, Unilever, Nestlé, P&G, Tesco, Aldi, GSK, and Diageo, expected to attend. Sustainability, accessibility, and regulatory insight will feature prominently in the event’s expert-led content programme.

Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026 will also highlight connected and intelligent packaging through dedicated zones showcasing web-to-print workflows, label verification, serialised QR codes, AI-driven solutions, and automated production. Empack will focus on machinery, robotics, and processing technology, while co-packing, fulfilment, and logistics specialists demonstrate end-to-end supply chain capabilities. With more than 7,400 visitors anticipated and 80 expert speakers confirmed, the 2026 edition positions the event as a central meeting point for collaboration, benchmarking, and innovation across the entire packaging supply chain.