Empack Den Bosch 2028 is the premier packaging trade show in the Benelux, taking place from April 11 to 13, 2028, at Evenementenhal Gorinchem, featuring industry leaders and innovative solutions.
Dates
11–13 Apr 2028
City / country
Gorinchem, Netherlands
Venue
Evenementenhal Gorinchem
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Event overview
Empack Den Bosch 2028 is the leading packaging trade fair in the Benelux, where industry professionals gather to explore the latest innovations in packaging technology.
Scheduled for April 11 to 13, 2028, at Evenementenhal Gorinchem, this event provides a platform for networking and knowledge exchange among key players in the packaging sector.
Empack Den Bosh Gorinchem 2028 takes place in Gorinchem, Netherlands.
TL;DR
Visiting Empack Den Bosch 2028 offers invaluable insights into the latest packaging innovations and trends. Attendees can engage directly with industry leaders, participate in informative sessions, and network with peers to enhance their business strategies. The event is designed to provide practical solutions and foster connections that can lead to new opportunities in the packaging sector.
Exhibiting at Empack Den Bosch 2028 allows companies to showcase their products and innovations to a targeted audience of decision-makers in the packaging industry. Participants can benefit from direct interactions with potential clients, gain visibility in the market, and establish valuable connections that can drive future business growth. The event offers a unique platform to demonstrate expertise and engage with key stakeholders in the packaging supply chain.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Gorinchem, Netherlands
Evenementenhal Gorinchem in Gorinchem typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Evenementenhal Gorinchem in Gorinchem typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Evenementenhal Gorinchem for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Who runs the show
Easyfairs
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2026
Next edition
Not announced yet
Edition recap
Impact
Empack's most recent completed edition before the 2028 show was Empack 2026 in Gorinchem. The official exhibitor listing covered Empack 2026, and AGF published a photo report on the event highlighting themes from PPWR to the Packaging Experience Center. Search snippets did not state visitor or exhibitor totals, so no counts are reported here.
Audience quality
Empack's most recent completed edition before the 2028 show was Empack 2026 in Gorinchem. The official exhibitor listing covered Empack 2026, and AGF published a photo report on the event highlighting themes from PPWR to the Packaging Experience Center. Search snippets did not state visitor or exhibitor totals, so no counts are reported here.
Exhibitor outcomes
Empack's most recent completed edition before the 2028 show was Empack 2026 in Gorinchem. The official exhibitor listing covered Empack 2026, and AGF published a photo report on the event highlighting themes from PPWR to the Packaging Experience Center. Search snippets did not state visitor or exhibitor totals, so no counts are reported here.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Visiting Empack Den Bosch 2028 offers invaluable insights into the latest packaging innovations and trends. Attendees can engage directly with industry leaders, participate in informative sessions, and network with peers to enhance their business strategies.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Digital buyer journeys
What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Sustainability in procurement
What sustainability in procurement means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Automation and labour efficiency
What automation and labour efficiency means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Regional supply-chain resilience
What regional supply-chain resilience means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Hybrid engagement models
What hybrid engagement models means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Latest updates from across the market.
Packaging Industry in the Netherlands - Research and Markets
ReadPackaging Industry in the Netherlands - MarketResearch.com
ReadPackaging Industry in the Netherlands - Euromonitor
ReadLatest news - Packaging | Empack Netherlands
Read2030 Netherlands Packaging: A Changing Landscape - News - Joyful Printing
ReadNews on Packaging Innovations from the Netherlands
ReadPlan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Largest international gateway for the Netherlands. Trains run from Schiphol to Dordrecht and Utrecht for onward MerwedeLingelijn connections to Gorinchem; distances and drive times are approximate
TBA
to venue
55-75 min by car
by car
Rotterdam The Hague Airport
Closest airport to Gorinchem, with mostly European connections; confirm seasonal routes and onward taxi or rail options
TBA
to venue
40-55 min by car
by car
Eindhoven Airport
European low-cost carrier base; connect by bus to Eindhoven Centraal, then rail via Utrecht or Dordrecht to Gorinchem
TBA
to venue
60-75 min by car
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Closest option to Evenementenhal Gorinchem; limited inventory during show week, so book early. Approximate rate, confirm before booking.
Easy car access to the venue with more availability than the centre; confirm parking and breakfast inclusion.
About 20 to 30 minutes by train or car to Gorinchem; useful fallback when Gorinchem is sold out.
About 50 to 65 minutes by train via Geldermalsen to Gorinchem station; a good base for combining the fair with Utrecht meetings.
About 40 to 60 minutes by train via Dordrecht or by car; wider hotel choice and evening restaurant options.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Train (NS and Arriva MerwedeLingelijn)
Change at Dordrecht or via Utrecht and Geldermalsen. Confirm live fares and use an OV-chipkaart or contactless bank card.
Train (NS and Arriva MerwedeLingelijn)
Usually requires a change at Dordrecht; check the departure board for the MerwedeLingelijn connection.
Train (NS and Arriva MerwedeLingelijn)
Change at Geldermalsen onto the MerwedeLingelijn; confirm live fares before travel.
Local bus
Check the current bus line and stop on the venue site or a Dutch journey planner; walking takes around 25 minutes.
Taxi
Metered or pre-booked taxi; confirm the fare before departure as surcharges may apply at peak times.
Taxi
Pre-book a fixed-price airport transfer where possible; traffic on the A15 and A27 can extend the journey.
Car parking
Pay on site or via the venue system; confirm the current daily rate and hall access before travelling.
taxi
55-75 min by car; Largest international gateway for the Netherlands. Trains run from Schiphol to Dordrecht and Utrecht for onward MerwedeLingelijn connections to Gorinchem; distances and drive times are approximate.
Weather
Gorinchem in April is early spring: daytime highs typically around 12-15 C and nights near 4-6 C, with frequent rain showers and changeable, windy conditions. Pack a waterproof layer and a warm mid-layer for the walk between the car park or bus stop and the Evenementenhal halls.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Netherlands mobile networks are dense and cover Gorinchem and the Evenementenhal on the Griendweg well. EU roaming rules apply, so visitors on EU/EEA SIMs use their home allowance; non-EU travellers can buy a local prepaid SIM or eSIM on arrival at Schiphol before the train south.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Language
Dutch is the local language, but packaging suppliers, organiser staff and exhibitors at Empack routinely work in English, so stand conversations and conference sessions are practical in English.
Business etiquette
Dutch packaging buyers prefer direct, appointment-based meetings; agree a slot with exhibitors in advance and keep to it. Card payment is standard at the venue and in Gorinchem.
Venue access
Empack is held at Evenementenhal Gorinchem on the Griendweg; register as a visitor online before travelling so badge collection at the entrance is quick.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: AMS
Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Gorinchem; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): 55-75 min by car; Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM): 40-55 min by car; Eindhoven Airport (EIN): 60-75 min by car. Allow road or rail time to Evenementenhal Gorinchem; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Evenementenhal Gorinchem: Gorinchem centre and station area: Gorinchem centre and station area; Gorinchem A15 corridor: Gorinchem A15 corridor; Dordrecht: Dordrecht.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Gorinchem; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Gorinchem station is served by the Arriva-operated MerwedeLingelijn between Dordrecht and Geldermalsen, with connections from NS Intercity services at Dordrecht and Utrecht. From Gorinchem station, local buses and a short taxi ride (approximately EUR 10-15) reach Evenementenhal Gorinchem; walking takes around 25 minutes. Use an OV-chipkaart or contactless bank card on trains, buses and trams, and confirm the current bus line and stop on the venue site or a Dutch journey planner such as 9292 before travel.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Evenementenhal Gorinchem; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: April 2028
Temperature: Approx. 4-15 C (night lows to daytime highs)
Seasonality: April is showery in Gorinchem, with rain on roughly half the days and changeable, breezy weather typical of the Dutch spring.
Packing: Pack a waterproof jacket or compact umbrella, comfortable closed shoes for the halls, and a warm layer for the morning and evening. A smart-casual business outfit with a rain shell covers both stand meetings and the walk from parking or public transport.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Empack Den Bosh Gorinchem 2028 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
14 days out: Register via empack.nl, confirm the professional admission policy, and check whether your badge is mobile-only.
14 days out: Book accommodation early; Gorinchem inventory is limited in show week, so compare Gorinchem, Dordrecht, Utrecht and Rotterdam.
10 days out: Build a shortlist from the exhibitor list by packaging format (primary, flexible, labelling, end-of-line) and request meetings.
7 days out: Plan the rail route via Dordrecht or Geldermalsen to Gorinchem station, and load an OV-chipkaart or contactless card for the local bus.
5 days out: Prepare spec sheets and questions on materials, food contact, recyclability and PPWR compliance for supplier meetings.
3 days out: Check the April forecast, pack a waterproof layer, and confirm walking or taxi options from Gorinchem station to Evenementenhal.
1 day out: Download tickets and the venue map, confirm parking or drop-off, and set a realistic hall route for the first morning.
Show day: Arrive at opening for badge pick-up, prioritize machinery demos that need queue time, and leave buffer for follow-up talks.
Registration and hall orientation at Evenementenhal Gorinchem
Supplier meetings and product demos
Final negotiations and follow-up
Empack Den Bosh Gorinchem 2028 registration concourse
Evenementenhal Gorinchem
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Evenementenhal Gorinchem
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
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This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Use this quick check to decide whether Empack Den Bosh Gorinchem 2028 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For Empack Den Bosh Gorinchem 2028, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Packaging machinery and equipment and Sustainable packaging materials and soluti solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Empack Den Bosh Gorinchem 2028 in Gorinchem.
Min. budget
$450.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Packaging machinery and equipment and Sustainable packaging materials and soluti products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,200.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Gorinchem show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
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