KOREA PACK 2024 will take place from April 23^rd TO 26^TH

• Showcasing innovative technologies with sustainability, efficiency, and safe packaging

• Pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and cosmetics development exhibitions, along with the logistics exhibition,  will also be held concurrently, providing a wealth of attractions

• Concurrently held with ICPI WEEK 2024, providing a platform for business networking

The 24th International Process & Packaging Exhibition (KOREA PACK 2024) jointly organized by the Korea Packaging Machinery Association, The Monthly Packaging, and Kyungyon Exhibition Corporation will be held from April 23rd to April 26^th for four days at KINTEX, Seoul, Korea.

Korea Pack 2024 will feature a total of 700 companies with 3,000 booths. Visitors can explore packaging machinery, eco-friendly packaging materials and converting, as well as the entire supply chain encompassing logistics, distribution, and automation necessary for various industries such as food, beverages, confectionery, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, household goods, and the chemical industry.

Participation from both domestic and international companies is robust. Countries like Italy, India, and China will set up National Pavilions, while others like Taiwan, Germany, Malaysia, the United States, Vietnam, Sweden, Switzerland, Singapore, Egypt, Indonesia, Japan, Turkey, and Hong Kong will participate in the exhibition, totaling 25 countries.

Sustainability, Efficiency, and Safe packaging are the key themes of this year’s exhibition. Innovative packaging technologies focusing on resolving environmental issues and enhancing production efficiency, as well as ensuring the safety and freshness of products for consumers, will be showcased. Visitors can expect to preview the future direction of the packaging industry and its technologies at the exhibition.

Packaging machinery manufacturers participating in this exhibition are expected to showcase new products and technologies emphasizing eco-friendliness and high efficiency. With the growing seriousness of environmental issues, the implementation of international environmental policies like carbon neutrality and RE100 is approaching. As a result, corporate obligations and responsibilities are increasing, prompting companies to swiftly adapt to policy changes. 

The exhibition is expected to present strategies of packaging machinery manufacturers in response to international policies and environmental changes. New products featuring energy conservation, high efficiency, eco-friendly, and smart technologies will be prominently displayed, addressing the concerns of customers and contemporary issues.

When looking at the major participating companies, notable ones such as Heung-A, Countec, Sejong Pharmatech, LeePack, Young Tech Pack, Cube Gel, PTK, DaeEun Industrial, among others, will be positioned in the premium hall.

Additionally, leading domestic packaging machinery manufacturers such as Daehyun Hi-Tech, Jaepack, Chang Sung Softgel, Eul Sung Autopack, Komas, Seoul Automatic Packaging Machinery, Sejin Tech, Jupack, Samwon Pack, Nongshim Engineering, ECM, and Solpack are expected to captivate the attention of customers with new products and technologies aligned with the eco-friendly era.

Furthermore, there is a growing interest in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) for sustainable development globally. Particularly in the packaging industry, with the strengthening of government environmental regulations, attention and responses to ESG are expected to become even more critical.

To support ESG initiatives of packaging companies, a special exhibition hall dedicated to ESG Sustainable Packaging will be set up at Korea Pack 2024. This special hall will provide opportunities for exchanging innovative technologies and information related to eco-friendly material usage, waste reduction and recycling, efficiency improvement in production and distribution processes using digital technologies, and reduction of carbon emissions.

Expert keynote speeches, latest trends in sustainable packaging, panel discussions, and technology seminars showcasing innovative packaging solutions will facilitate information exchange and networking among experts, allowing for the exchange of diverse ideas and case studies during the exhibition. The ESG Sustainable Packaging Conference will be held on April 24th (Tuesday).

Throughout the exhibition period, various events by leading packaging-related government agencies and organizations in Korea will also be held, emphasizing the significance of Korea Pack 2024.

2024 Korea Star Awards will be held under the auspices of the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy and organized by the Korea Packaging Center.

This event aims to recognize individuals and companies who have contributed to the development of packaging technology in Korea, showcasing innovative packaging-related technologies and improvements. Award-winning works can be viewed at the exhibition.

The International Conference "APAC Forum," organized by the Korea Packaging Machinery Association, will be held. The Asia Packaging Association Club Forum, led by packaging machinery/packaging organizations from Korea, Japan, and Taiwan, will take place on April 23rd (Tuesday), discussing the development of the packaging industry in the Asia region and facilitating exchanges between member countries.

1:1 business meetings with overseas buyers for exploring export channels for participating companies will also be arranged during the exhibition period. Approximately 80 buyers from Japan, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, and other countries will be invited for face-to-face consultations with exhibiting companies through pre-business matching, aiding Korea packaging manufacturers in their overseas expansion.

Matching between exhibiting companies and overseas buyers is currently underway. In the previous (2022 year) exhibition, virtual consultations were conducted due to the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in 79 consultations, with 37 domestic companies and 28 overseas buyers matched, achieving a consultation amount of 160 billion won and a contract promotion amount of 57.2 billion won.

Additionally, alongside Korea Pack 2024, other exhibitions related to the packaging industry will be concurrently held. ICPI WEEK 2024 (www.icpiweek.org) exhibition will feature specialized show for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and cosmetics development, comprising seven specialized zones including pharmaceutical and cosmetic raw materials and development services, new drug development, laboratory and research analysis equipment, logistics, and the cold chain. Registered attendees of Korea Pack 2024 will have access to visit ICPI WEEK 2024 free.

The Korea Pack 2024 organizer stated, "Korea Pack 2024 will be an opportunity for companies to showcase how they are adapting to the future changes in the packaging industry," and they expressed hope that "visitors will gain new opportunities and ideas through the latest information and networking, and we ask for your great interest and participation."

Additionally, Korea Pack 2024 is a B2B industrial trade show, and entry is restricted to industry professionals, buyers, and distribution company representatives. Free admission is available for industry professionals, buyers, and distribution company representatives who register in advance or present an invitation card from the exhibition's website before the exhibition starts. (www.koreapack.org/eng/main.asp)