From 2026, there will be an interpack MEA. Six years after its inception, the former pacprocess MEA is thus focusing even more strongly on the international markets in the region.
Said Thomas Dohse, Director of interpack and the interpack alliance: “The new name positions the trade fair as the central hub for the processing and packaging industry in the Middle East and Africa. It reflects the dynamic development of the industry and firmly anchors the event in our global network.”
This was announced during the opening ceremony of pacprocess MEA and the parallel event Food Africa, Africa’s most important food trade fair, which is also part of the interpack alliance. The trade fair duo will take place from 9 to 12 December 2025 at the Egypt International Exhibition Centre in Cairo. More than 1,200 exhibitors from 45 countries will be present, the exhibition grounds are fully booked, and numerous key players are on board. Both events also benefit from the support of the local business community, authorities, associations and Egyptian government organisations.
Food Africa and the future interpack MEA are organised by Messe Düsseldorf in collaboration with its local partners IFP Group and Konzept. Both contribute in-depth market knowledge, many years of experience and a strong network – a combination that creates optimal conditions for exhibitors and trade visitors.
Said Tamer Safwat, Managing Director, Konzept Exhibitions & Event Management: “Industry in Egypt and the entire MEA region is investing heavily in efficiency, automation and quality standards. With the new interpack MEA brand, we are creating a link between this growing demand and international solutions that will enable the next step in development.”
Concluded Albert Aoun, Chairman & CEO, IFP Group: “With interpack MEA, we offer companies in the region exactly the platform they need for their growth course. We support them in investing more quickly, tapping into new technologies and positioning themselves more successfully in the market.”
The markets in the Middle East and Africa are among the fastest-growing regions in the global processing and packaging industry. The food packaging market was worth around 23 billion US dollars in 2024 and is set to grow to more than 33 billion US dollars by 2032.
As interpack MEA, the trade fair continues to gain international appeal – supported by the continuity, trust and global recognition that have characterised the interpack brand for decades. The first interpack MEA will take place from 7 to 10 December 2026. For more visit messe-duesseldorf.de
