Dates

    15–18 Sep 2027

    City / country

    Bangkok, Thailand

    Venue

    Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC)

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    Event overview

    Overview

    Pack Print International 2027 will feature cutting-edge innovations in packaging and printing technologies.

    This biennial event, held at the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre, is a premier platform for industry professionals to network, explore new solutions, and engage with key players in the packaging and printing sectors.

    With a focus on sustainability, automation, and digital solutions, the exhibition promises to drive growth and collaboration in the region.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Dates and Venue: Pack Print International 2027 runs from 15-18 September 2027 at BITEC, Bangkok, Thailand.
    2. 2Scale and Focus: This exhibition showcases innovations in packaging and printing technologies, attracting global leaders and SMEs.
    3. 3Organiser: The event is organised by Messe Düsseldorf Asia, a leading trade fair organiser.
    4. 4Buyer Authority: Key decision-makers from various sectors including automotive, electronics, and food & beverage will attend.
    5. 5Entry: Admission is free for business and trade visitors.

    Why visit

    Attendees will gain insights into the latest packaging and printing technologies, network with industry leaders, and explore new business opportunities. The exhibition will feature live demonstrations, seminars, and a chance to connect with suppliers and manufacturers from around the world. Visitors can expect to see a wide range of products and services, from packaging machinery to printing solutions, all aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and sustainability.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibiting at Pack Print International 2027 offers companies the chance to showcase their latest products and innovations to a targeted audience of industry professionals. It provides a unique opportunity to engage with potential buyers, generate leads, and strengthen brand visibility in the Southeast Asian market. Exhibitors will benefit from networking opportunities, on-site sales, and the ability to launch new products in a dynamic environment.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Packaging engineers and designers
    Printing technology specialists
    Procurement managers from manufacturing companies
    Marketing professionals in the packaging sector
    Supply chain managers in the food and beverage industry
    Government and regulatory representatives

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Manufacturers of packaging machinery
    Suppliers of printing technology and equipment
    Providers of packaging materials and consumables
    Consultants in packaging design and innovation
    Distributors of printing supplies
    Service providers for packaging and printing industries

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Packaging machinery and equipment
    Printing technology and solutions
    Packaging materials and consumables
    Labeling and marking systems
    Logistics and supply chain solutions
    Digital printing and prepress services

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

    Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC)

    88 Debaratna Road(km.1), Bangna Tai, Bangna, Bangkok 10260, Thailand

    Facilities

    Parking

    Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC) in Bangkok 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 dining

    Parking: Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC) in Bangkok 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 Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC) for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    Free registration
    Register

    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    [![The Thai Packaging Association](https://www

    Organiser

    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    Last edition

    2026

    reported

    Visitors: 17,452

    Exhibitors: 300

    Visitor countries: 73

    Next edition

    Not announced yet

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    Prior-edition figures sourced from post-show reporting for 2026; confirm against organiser press release when available. The 2026 edition brought together 17,452+ visitors at Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC).

    Intelligence

    Market context

    Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

    Bangkok, Thailand

    Why it matters

    Attendees will gain insights into the latest packaging and printing technologies, network with industry leaders, and explore new business opportunities. The exhibition will feature live demonstrations, seminars, and a chance to connect with suppliers and manufacturers from around the world.

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

    01

    Digital buyer journeys

    What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    02

    Sustainability in procurement

    What sustainability in procurement means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    03

    Automation and labour efficiency

    What automation and labour efficiency means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    04

    Regional supply-chain resilience

    What regional supply-chain resilience means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    05

    Hybrid engagement models

    What hybrid engagement models means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · USD

    Hotel tiers

    A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

    Budget hotel tier - host city pending

    Approx. nightly band for a budget chain or simple city hotel in Germany during trade-fair dates; confirm actual property once the venue city is published.

    Midscale business hotel tier - host city pending

    Approx. nightly band for a midscale business hotel; book with free cancellation until the venue city is confirmed.

    Upscale conference hotel tier - host city pending

    Approx. nightly band for an upscale hotel; not an organiser-published rate.

    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    S-Bahn / regional train

    Estimated costUSD 12-28 airport or regional rail single journey
    Best forAirport to central station, where applicable

    Germany's airport rail links vary by city. Buy a zone-appropriate ticket and validate it before boarding where required.

    U-Bahn / metro

    Estimated costApprox. EUR 3.20-4.50 single journey
    Best forCity centre to trade-fair district

    Metro coverage depends on the host city. Check the venue's official travel page once the city is published.

    Tram / bus

    Estimated costApprox. EUR 2.90-4.00 single journey
    Best forLocal tram or bus connection to venue

    Useful for short city trips and hotel-to-venue links outside metro corridors; confirm local zone rules.

    Taxi

    Estimated costApprox. EUR 18-30 for a 15-25 minute ride
    Best forCentral station or hotel district to venue

    Taxi fares are metered. Allow extra time on trade-fair mornings and keep the venue hall name ready for the driver.

    Ride-hail

    Estimated costApprox. EUR 20-35 for a comparable city trip; app availability varies by city
    Best forOn-demand car to venue

    Ride-hail availability and pricing differ across German cities. Compare with taxi and public transport before booking.

    Parking

    Estimated costApprox. EUR 8-18 per day
    Best forOn-site or nearby trade-fair parking

    Trade-fair parking can fill early. Confirm official parking areas, navigation and any pre-booking option on the venue site.

    Weather

    Mid-September in Germany is early autumn: expect mild days, cooler evenings and a realistic chance of rain showers. Plan for 12-22 C daytime bands and pack a light waterproof layer; confirm the local forecast for the venue city once published.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to Thailand.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

    Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

    Punctuality and meetings

    German business culture values punctuality. Arrive on time for exhibitor appointments and confirm meeting slots in writing, especially during busy trade-fair days.

    Trade-fair preparation

    Bring printed and digital product specs, samples and a clear brief. Packaging and printing suppliers will ask about substrate, run length, dimensions and finishing requirements.

    Payments and Sunday closures

    Cards are widely accepted in German cities, but some small businesses remain cash-only. Many shops close on Sundays, so plan food, supplies and travel around that.

    Language and samples

    German is the primary business language, though English is widely spoken at international trade fairs. Ask in advance whether stand staff can discuss technical samples in English.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

    Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

    Flights

    Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Bangkok; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.

    Transport

    Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

    Airport → venue: Use the nearest international airport serving Bangkok; Metro, train or taxi links are typically available to the venue district.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC): Budget hotel tier - host city pending; Midscale business hotel tier - host city pending; Upscale conference hotel tier - host city pending.

    Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Bangkok; confirm local availability before travel.

    Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC).

    Parking: On-site parking is available at Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC); confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: September 2027

    Temperature: Approx. 12-22 C daytime; cooler evenings in Germany in mid-September.

    Seasonality: Early-autumn mixed weather with possible rain showers; carry a compact umbrella or waterproof jacket and check the venue-city forecast before travel.

    Packing: Approx. 12-22 C daytime; cooler evenings in Germany in mid-September. Early-autumn mixed weather with possible rain showers; carry a compact umbrella or waterproof jacket and check the venue-city forecast before travel. Mid-September in Germany is early autumn: expect mild days, cooler evenings and

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)

    Mid-show days at Pack Print International 2027 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.

    T-1

    Confirm your visitor registration and badge on pack-print.de; check whether trade credentials are required.

    T-2

    Verify the venue city and hall plan as soon as the organiser publishes them; do not book non-refundable travel before that.

    T-3

    Check Schengen visa appointment lead times if you need a visa for Germany.

    T-4

    Book a hotel with free cancellation near the eventual venue or main rail station.

    T-5

    List the packaging formats and print jobs you want to review: cartons, labels, flexible pouches, corrugated displays or commercial print.

    T-6

    Prepare one-page supplier briefs with substrate, run length, dimensions and finishing requirements.

    T-7

    Download the exhibitor list and shortlist press, converting, prepress and materials suppliers.

    T-8

    Request meetings with exhibitors and ask which samples or machine demos will be available.

    T-9

    Pack printed samples, a notebook and a charged phone for badge and lead-capture apps.

    T-10

    Plan airport-to-city and hotel-to-venue routes once the city is confirmed; allow extra time for trade-fair crowds.

    T-11

    Check the local weather forecast and pack a light waterproof layer for early-autumn Germany.

    T-12

    Save digital copies of your passport, visa and registration confirmation.

    Sample visitor itinerary

    Route-optimised day
    Day 1 · morning

    Registration and hall orientation at Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC)

    Day 2 · core sessions

    Supplier meetings and product demos

    Day 3 · wrap-up

    Final negotiations and follow-up

    Networking spots

    2

    Pack Print International 2027 registration concourse

    Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC)

    Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.

    Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)

    Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC)

    Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.

    Budget

    Costs & budget

    Build your working budget

    Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.

    Estimated budget
    Live estimate
    • Hotel × 2 nights$190.00
    • Per diem × 2$150.00
    Estimated total$340.00

    This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.

    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

    Use this quick check to decide whether Pack Print International 2027 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.

    QUESTION 1 OF 6

    For Pack Print International 2027, what is your primary role on the show floor?

    Decision matrix

    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 Printing technology and solutions solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Pack Print International 2027 in Bangkok.

    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 Printing technology and solutions 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 Bangkok show week.

    Timeline

    N/A

    Risks

    Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.

    FAQs & glossary

    Answers

    Frequently asked

    What is PACK & PRINT 2027?
    PACK & PRINT is a Germany-based trade fair focused on packaging production, printing technology and converting. The 2027 edition is scheduled for 15-18 September 2027; confirm the venue city, hall plan and exhibitor list on pack-print.de.
    When does PACK & PRINT 2027 take place?
    The 2027 edition is scheduled for 15-18 September 2027. Check pack-print.de for any published opening hours and build-up or breakdown restrictions.
    Where is PACK & PRINT 2027 held?
    The seed data does not resolve the 2027 venue city. Use the official pack-print.de travel and venue pages before booking flights, trains or hotels, and choose refundable travel until the venue is confirmed.
    What product categories are covered at PACK & PRINT?
    Expect packaging machinery and converting lines, printing presses, prepress and colour management, label production, corrugated and flexible packaging, finishing equipment, packaging materials and contract packing services.
    Who should visit PACK & PRINT?
    Brand owners, packaging engineers, print buyers, converters, contract packers, e-commerce fulfilment teams and retail packaging specifiers looking for production equipment, materials and finishing capacity.
    Is PACK & PRINT trade-only?
    Packaging and printing trade fairs in Germany commonly use trade registration. Check the official visitor registration page for 2027 badge rules, ticket requirements and opening hours before you travel.
    Can I bring packaging or print samples to supplier meetings?
    Yes. Label samples clearly and keep a digital file or spec sheet with dimensions, substrate and print process so exhibitors can advise on machinery, finishing options and material compatibility.
    What should international visitors check before travelling?
    Check Schengen visa requirements for your nationality, confirm the venue city on pack-print.de, book refundable travel until the venue is published, and allow time for trade-fair registration and airport transfers.
    Will there be live machinery demonstrations?
    Equipment demonstrations are typical at packaging and printing fairs, but the 2027 programme is not captured here. Check the official schedule for confirmed running demos, workshop times and technical presentations.
    How do I plan meetings with exhibitors?
    Use the official exhibitor list when published, request appointments in advance and share your packaging format, substrate, run length and print requirements so suppliers can prepare relevant samples.

    Glossary

    1
    Packaging converting
    The industrial process of turning paper, board, film, foil or nonwoven substrates into finished packaging such as bags, pouches, cartons and trays.
    2
    Print finishing
    Post-press operations including cutting, folding, creasing, laminating, foiling, embossing and binding that turn printed sheets into usable packaging or commercial print.
    3
    Flexographic printing
    A rotary relief printing process widely used for flexible packaging, labels and corrugated board; it uses a flexible photopolymer plate and fast-drying inks.
    4
    Digital corrugated printing
    Inkjet or toner printing applied directly to corrugated board, enabling short runs, versioning and rapid display or e-commerce packaging production.
    5
    Prepress
    File preparation, colour management, imposition and plate-making steps carried out before a packaging or print job goes to press.
    6
    Label converting
    Printing, die-cutting, slitting and finishing self-adhesive, shrink or wrap-around labels, often on narrow-web presses.
    7
    Flexible packaging
    Pouches, films, sachets and wrappers made from plastic, paper or aluminium laminates; common in food, pharma and e-commerce.
    8
    Corrugated board
    A paper-based board with a fluted layer between liners, used for shipping boxes, retail-ready packaging and displays.
    9
    Contract packing
    Outsourced packing and fulfilment services where a specialist provider fills, seals, labels or kits products for a brand owner.
    10
    Sustainable packaging
    Packaging designed to reduce material use, increase recyclability or use recycled or renewable content while meeting protection and regulatory requirements.
    11
    Print-on-demand
    Short-run or one-off production triggered by orders, reducing inventory and enabling versioned packaging, labels and promotional print.
    12
    Colour management
    Workflow discipline that keeps brand colours consistent across substrates, presses and print technologies, often using ICC profiles and spectrophotometers.

    Also known as

    Alternate names and search phrases for this event.

    • Bangkok packaging exhibition
    • printing trade show Thailand
    • packaging technology Asia
    • Pack Print International 2027 Bangkok
    • Pack Print International Bangkok 2027
    • Bangkok Thailand
    • Trade Show Bangkok 2027
    • Trade Show Exhibition Bangkok
    • Packaging machinery and equipment

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