EMPACK 2026

November 11–12 | IFEMA Madrid

EMPACK 2025 FIGURES

Unique visitors (Empack + Logistics + Logistics & Industrial Build)

Exhibitors

Speakers (Empack + Logistics + Logistics & Industrial Build)

Empack Madrid 2026: dates and venue confirmed

The 2026 edition of Empack Madrid will take place on November 11–12, 2026, at IFEMA Madrid. This information is already published on both the event’s official website and the venue’s own listing, confirming that the dates have been finalized well in advance.

Empack will once again be held alongside Logistics & Automation, reinforcing the combined packaging–intralogistics focus that the organizer has been promoting in recent editions. This format helps attract a broader visitor profile, including decision-makers with a holistic view of the supply chain—from packaging to the movement of products in and out of the plant.

According to preliminary information released by the organizer, Empack Madrid 2026 will be located in Hall 6, within a larger exhibition framework that will also include other halls dedicated to logistics and automation. This increase in exhibition space is a clear sign that the event continues to expand both its community and its offering.

Empack 2025: a standout edition

The 2025 edition of Empack Madrid, held on October 15–16 at IFEMA Madrid, closed with figures that confirm the event’s level of maturity.

Within the combined framework of Empack + Logistics & Automation + Logistics & Industrial Build, the organizer reported the following results:

12,200 unique professional visitors
426 exhibiting companies in total
More than 46,000 business interactions recorded
Over 200 speakers and dozens of hours of technical content
Approximately 24,000 sqm of exhibition space

Focusing exclusively on Empack, the packaging area brought together more than 180 exhibiting companies, offering solutions ranging from materials and packaging to machinery, labeling, automation, and end-of-line systems.

The atmosphere was clearly business-oriented, with stands experiencing high visitor turnover, well-defined technical profiles, and many conversations focused on real projects rather than early-stage market exploration.

Empack Madrid 2026: Dates and venue confirmed

The 2026 edition of Empack Madrid already has official details published:

Dates: November 11–12, 2026
City: Madrid
Venue: IFEMA Madrid
Main hall announced: Hall 6

Empack will once again be held alongside Logistics & Automation, reinforcing the integrated packaging and intralogistics approach that proved so successful in 2024 and 2025. In addition, preliminary information from the organizer points to a broader exhibition framework, with multiple halls involved across the overall show.

Empack 2026 is already underway: exhibitors now visible

One important point—and one that clearly sets this edition apart from previous years—is that the exhibitors and products section is already live on the official Empack Madrid 2026 website.

This means that:

Confirmed exhibitors are already listed in the online catalog
The commercial process is officially underway
Stand locations and exhibition space are starting to be allocated

While the organizer has not yet released final participation figures—which is perfectly normal more than 10 months out—this early start typically leads to increased competition for prime locations and a higher level of preparedness among exhibiting brands.

What to expect about Empack 2025

Industrial packaging and end-of-line solutions

Automation, robotics, operational efficiency, and incident reduction will continue to be core focus areas. Visitors are looking for solutions that actually work on the plant floor—not theoretical concepts.

Sustainability driven by regulation

Less talk and more compliance: material reduction, true recyclability, alignment with European regulations, and the economic viability of these changes.

Packaging–logistics integration

Co-locating with Logistics & Automation broadens the visitor profile and raises the technical level of conversations, particularly around intralogistics and end-of-line projects.

A more decision-maker-driven visitor profile

Empack has increasingly attracted more clearly defined professional profiles—production, engineering, procurement, quality, and sustainability. This trend requires exhibitors to come prepared with clear messaging and well-structured value propositions.

Practical tips for your stand at Empack

Stand design: clarity and demonstration

At a packaging trade show, visitors want to touch, see, and compare. What works best:

Show real samples (before/after comparisons)
Demonstrate processes (short videos, mock-ups, live demos)
Use panels with concrete data (material reduction, % recycled content, line speed, waste reduction)

Logistics and setup: keep it simple

If your stand concept is too complex, you pay for it in setup time and added risk.

Prioritize modular structures or hybrid solutions
Save the “wow factor” for one or two focal points, not the entire perimeter

Sustainability: consistency, not empty claims

Empack places a strong focus on sustainability, and visitors are well trained to spot exaggeration.

Use reusable materials in your stand design
Avoid single-use vinyls unless they add real value
Print as little as possible (QR codes and digital materials work better)

Request exhibition stand proposal

Frequently asked questions about Empack 2026

Is Empack only for consumer goods packaging, or does it also cover industrial packaging?

It covers both. The show brings together final product packaging (design, printing, labeling) and industrial packaging and solutions (end-of-line, automation, traceability), offering a broad and well-balanced mix of exhibitors.

Is Empack held as a standalone event, or alongside other trade shows?

Empack is typically co-located with related events, particularly within the packaging–intralogistics space (for example, Logistics & Automation), in line with Easyfairs’ strategy of connecting complementary industrial communities.

What type of visitors typically attend Empack, and how should I tailor my messaging?

Empack attracts a mix of professional profiles (procurement, production, engineering, quality, marketing, and sustainability). Your stand should deliver a clear core message, supported by a technical layer and real proof points with measurable impact.

Is it worth investing in a custom-designed stand, or is a basic modular booth enough?

It depends on your objectives and the level of competition within your hall. At a two-day event, visibility and ease of conversation matter a lot. A modular booth can work well if it’s properly planned (clear messaging, product samples, and meeting space). If you need to stand out or run live demos, a custom design can help turn foot traffic into meaningful meetings.