Vietnam's leading processing and packaging trade fair returns to SECC, Ho Chi Minh City, 10-12 March 2027 with 450+ suppliers and the Drink Tech zone.
Dates
10–12 Mar 2027
City / country
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Venue
Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC)
Time
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily
Event overview
ProPak Vietnam 2027 marks the 20th edition of Vietnam's leading international trade fair for processing, packaging and packaging technology, running 10-12 March 2027 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center in Ho Chi Minh City. Around 450 suppliers from Vietnam and abroad present filling, sealing, labelling, converting, cold-chain and automation equipment across roughly 13,000 sqm, alongside the Drink Tech beverage-technology zone.
Buyers from food, beverage, dairy, seafood, confectionery, pharmaceutical and cosmetics manufacturing use the show to compare lines, source materials and meet OEM partners. Entry is trade-only for visitors aged 18 and over, and online pre-registration is the standard route.
TL;DR
See filling, sealing, labelling, converting and cold-chain equipment running in one place, compare suppliers from Vietnam and abroad, and meet OEM partners for line upgrades. The co-located Drink Tech zone and technical seminars add beverage and packaging-compliance content, while the Buyer Program and business matching help pre-book meetings.
The show puts machinery and material suppliers in front of Vietnamese factory owners, engineers and purchasing teams who are actively replacing and expanding lines. A 13,000 sqm floor and roughly 9,600 trade visitors give exhibitors concentrated buyer traffic, and the Drink Tech zone adds beverage processors to the audience.
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
Halls & areas
3Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), 799 Nguyen Van Linh, Tan My Ward, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Entrances & gates
Main entrance (Nguyen Van Linh)
Visitor registration and badge collection desks sit inside this lobby.
Food options
Nguyen Van Linh cafe and convenience strip
On-site diningParking: Use the SECC car park off Nguyen Van Linh boulevard; show days fill early, so arrive before 09:30 or take a taxi drop-off at the main gate.
Gate: Main visitor entrance is the SECC concourse off Nguyen Van Linh; badge check is at the door and bags go through a security scan.
Attend
Event days & opening times
Ticket info
Badge collection
Pre-register online, then collect your badge at the main entrance lobby with the confirmation email and a business card; photo ID may be checked.
Ticket notes
No ticket price is published for 2027. Online pre-registration through the official visitor portal is the standard route; the portal currently shows a closed notice for the Hanoi edition, so check back closer to the show.
What's on
Drink Tech 2027
Beverage-technology zone with equipment demos, business matching and a beer-tasting area, organised by Informa Markets Vietnam.
Inside SECC, Ho Chi Minh City, over the same 10-12 March 2027 dates.
WebsiteHow the last edition performed
Last edition
2026
Visitors: 9,600
Exhibitors: 450
Floor area: 13,000 sqm
Edition #: 19
This edition
2027
Visitors: 9,600
Exhibitors: 450
Floor area: 13,000 sqm
Next edition
Not announced yet
New this edition
Drink Tech 2027
A dedicated beverage-technology zone inside ProPak Vietnam, returning after its 2024 launch with equipment demos and a beer-tasting area.
SourceImpact
ProPak Vietnam is the country's main annual meeting point for processing and packaging suppliers and the factories that buy from them. For a regional supplier, a stand here reaches Vietnamese plant owners and engineers in three days, at a fraction of the cost of a multi-city roadshow.
Audience quality
The audience is filtered by the trade-only rule and the 18+ age limit, so floor traffic skews to production, engineering, purchasing and quality roles in food, beverage, seafood and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Expect technical questions and line-level budgets rather than general public browsing.
Exhibitor outcomes
Value comes from qualified meetings: a 9 sqm shell stand is enough to test the market, while 36 sqm and above suits live line demos. Success depends on pre-booked meetings through the business-matching programme and fast follow-up within 48 hours of the show.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Vietnam processes and exports food, seafood, coffee and beverages at scale, and its factories are under pressure to cut packaging waste, meet recyclability and EPR rules, and lift line efficiency. That combination keeps capex flowing into filling, sealing, labelling and cold-chain equipment, which is exactly what this show sells.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Recyclable and mono-material packaging
Brand owners and exporters are shifting to mono-material and recycled-content packaging to meet retailer and export-market rules, which changes film, label and closure specifications.
What it changes: Suppliers who can show recyclable structures and documented material data win specification meetings with Vietnamese exporters.
EPR compliance and packaging data
Vietnam's extended producer responsibility rules require producers to report packaging volumes and fund recycling, pushing factories to track material weights and formats.
What it changes: Packaging and labelling suppliers are being asked for data, not just product, so traceability and coding systems get bundled into line upgrades.
Automation and line efficiency
Labour costs and export quality standards are driving investment in robotics, machine vision and automated palletising, with OEE becoming a board-level metric.
What it changes: Automation demos are the strongest footfall driver at the show and justify larger raw-space stands.
Sister ProPak editions and adjacent Vietnamese trade shows that buyers and suppliers pair with the Ho Chi Minh City event.
ProPak Philippines 2027
Manila, Philippines
February slot is the usual pattern; dates are estimates.
websiteProPak Asia 2027
Bangkok, Thailand
Dates follow the typical mid-June Bangkok slot; verify before booking.
websiteProPak Hanoi 2027
Hanoi, Vietnam
Hanoi edition complements the Ho Chi Minh City show; July dates are estimates.
websiteVietnam Foodexpo 2027
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
November timing follows the 2026 edition; confirm dates.
websiteQ1 2027
Two Southeast Asian editions six weeks apart; suppliers often combine them.
Mid 2027
Bangkok and Hanoi within five weeks, useful for a regional roadshow.
Circuit rows are editorial planning estimates from the ProPak and Informa Markets calendars; confirm exact dates with each organiser.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Tan Son Nhat International Airport
The main gateway for Ho Chi Minh City; international and domestic terminals are a short taxi or ride-hailing ride from SECC.
about 8 km
to venue
25-45 min by taxi depending on traffic
by car
Cam Ranh International Airport
Alternate coastal gateway, useful only for a combined beach stop; not practical for a day trip to the show.
about 320 km
to venue
4.5-5.5 h by road
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
USD 45–75 / night
The closest cluster to SECC, 3-10 minutes by taxi; book early because show dates tighten availability.
USD 85–130 / night
Serviced apartments and four-star hotels within a short walk or ride of the venue, with workspace and breakfast.
USD 160–260 / night
City-centre five-star options, 25-40 minutes from SECC in traffic but close to restaurants and evening meetings.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Taxi / ride-hailing
Use the airport taxi rank or the Grab app; agree the meter or app fare before departure.
Taxi / ride-hailing
Allow 25-40 minutes in the morning peak; the venue drop-off is on Nguyen Van Linh.
Public bus
Cheap but slow and not signposted in English; use for a dry-run only, not for meeting days.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E-visa (tourist/business) | Most non-ASEAN passport holders who are not visa-exempt | $25.00 | about 3 working days |
ASEAN nationals and several other passport holders can enter Vietnam visa-free for short stays; check the current list before booking.
Vietnam does not widely accept ATA carnets for exhibition goods; confirm with the freight forwarder and expect a temporary import bond instead.
Official visa pageWeather
March is the tail of the dry season in Ho Chi Minh City: hot and humid, roughly 25-34 C, with little rain and strong midday sun. Light, breathable business casual works best indoors and out.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
4G and LTE coverage is good across District 7; SECC Wi-Fi is usually open in the lobbies, and Vietnamese SIMs with data are sold at Tan Son Nhat airport on arrival.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business cards and titles
Exchange cards two-handed and use titles and family names; Vietnamese counterparts often prefer a short relationship-building conversation before pricing.
Punctuality and traffic
Meetings start on time but traffic can wreck a tight schedule; leave 30 minutes of buffer between District 1 and District 7 appointments.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Book 6-10 weeks out for March; direct flights to SGN are plentiful from Bangkok, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Tokyo, Seoul and Taipei.
Book flightsMost visitors need a visa or an e-visa; ASEAN nationals and some other passport holders are exempt for short stays.
Estimated cost: USD 25 e-visa (estimate; verify current fee)
Processing: about 3 working days
Apply before booking non-refundable flights and carry a printed e-visa plus a passport photo.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Taxi or Grab from Tan Son Nhat, 25-45 minutes, VND 250,000-400,000.
Hotel → venue: From Phu My Hung hotels it is a 5-10 minute taxi or a 15-20 minute walk; from District 1 allow 25-40 minutes.
Ride-hail: Grab is the dominant app; airport pick-up zones are signed and card payment works in-app.
Public transit: City buses are cheap but slow and poorly signed for visitors; use them only if you have time to spare.
Parking: SECC has on-site parking off Nguyen Van Linh; show days fill by mid-morning.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: March
Temperature: 25-34 C
Seasonality: Dry season, low rainfall, high humidity and strong sun.
Packing: Light breathable shirts, comfortable shoes for the floor, a light layer for air-conditioned halls, and an umbrella for sun or a rare shower.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 1 (10 March 2027)
Opening day has the fullest exhibitor presence and the freshest machinery demos, and seminars usually start after the opening ceremony. If your diary is tight, Day 2 is calmer for technical conversations.
Register online and book flights and hotel — Pre-registration is the standard entry route; pick a Phu My Hung hotel if you want to walk to SECC.
Shortlist exhibitors and request meetings — Use the exhibitor directory and business-matching programme to book 1:1 slots.
Check visa or exemption and print documents — Apply for the e-visa if needed and carry a printed copy plus passport photos.
Build a floor plan and meeting schedule — Group stands by hall and leave 20-minute buffers; halls A1, A2 and B1 are the main zones.
Pack business cards, ID and comfortable shoes — Smart casual, no shorts or flip-flops; bring a power bank and a light layer for the halls.
Arrive, collect badge and scan the hall map
SECC main entrance lobbySupplier meetings: filling and sealing lines
Hall A1Lunch and informal networking
Hall B1 lobby cafe areaDrink Tech demos and packaging materials review
Drink Tech zoneTechnical seminar or business-matching slot
Seminar room, Hall A2Wrap-up notes and follow-up list
SECC concourseCu Chi tunnels
Half-Day History Trip
About 1.5-2 h by road from District 1
A well-known wartime site that pairs easily with a free afternoon before or after the show.
Mekong Delta (My Tho / Ben Tre)
Full-Day Excursion
About 2 h by road to My Tho
Boat trips through coconut and fruit farms, useful context for Vietnam's agri-food supply chain.
SECC hall lobby cafes
On-site
The easiest place for a quick coffee between meetings; busiest at midday.
Phu My Hung restaurants, District 7
Evening
A dense cluster of Vietnamese, Korean and Japanese restaurants 10 minutes from the venue.
Exhibition leads decay fast. Vietnamese buyers often compare three or four suppliers after the show, so the first well-prepared follow-up with a clear price and delivery date usually wins the next meeting.
Budget
Shell scheme
USD 180–260 / m²
Raw space
USD 120–180 / m²
Standard booth
9 m²
No 2027 tariff was published; bands are benchmarked from comparable Informa packaging shows in Southeast Asia and should be confirmed with the sales team.
sourceAdjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
booth
exhibitor · 9 sqm shell
USD 2000–3000 / per stand
booth
exhibitor · 36 sqm raw
USD 4320–6480 / per stand
hotel
both · mid
USD 85–130 / per night
per_diem
both · standard
USD 35–60 / per day
freight
exhibitor · air freight
USD 1200–3500 / per shipment
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| booth | exhibitor | 9 sqm shell | USD 2000–3000 / per stand | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| booth | exhibitor | 36 sqm raw | USD 4320–6480 / per stand | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| hotel | both | mid | USD 85–130 / per night | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| per_diem | both | standard | USD 35–60 / per day | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| freight | exhibitor | air freight | USD 1200–3500 / per shipment | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
Decision
Six quick questions to see whether ProPak Vietnam 2027 is a visit, an exhibit or a skip for your team.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your role in the buying decision?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You have a live project and can commit at least one full day.
Best for
Buyers and engineers sourcing equipment or materials
Min. budget
$800.00
Timeline
2-4 weeks
Risks
Crowded halls slow down meetings
Traffic eats into a short trip
exhibit
You have a differentiated line or material and a 48-hour follow-up process.
Best for
Suppliers targeting Vietnamese food, beverage and packaging factories
Min. budget
$3,500.00
Timeline
3-6 months
Risks
Freight and customs delays
Weak follow-up wastes the lead spend
skip
No active project, no travel budget and no Vietnam footprint.
Best for
Teams with no Vietnam activity or budget this cycle
Timeline
None
Risks
Missing competitor launches and buyer meetings
Book with
Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC)
Host venue in Phu My Hung, District 7, with Halls A1, A2 and B1 used for the show.
Venue named on the official event pages.
Informa Markets Vietnam
Part of Informa Markets, organiser of ProPak Vietnam and the Drink Tech zone.
Organiser named across the official site and 2026 schedule.
Vietnam Packaging Association (VINPAS)
Industry body that convened packaging seminars in the 2026 programme.
Named as a 2026 seminar organiser; not confirmed as a 2027 partner.
Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP)
Seafood exporters' association that ran an ESG supply-chain seminar in 2026.
Named as a 2026 seminar organiser; not confirmed as a 2027 partner.
Recommended providers
Official government portal; apply at least a week before travel.
Useful for comparing Phu My Hung and District 1 rates; book refundable rates early.
National carrier with direct regional and long-haul routes into SGN.
Exhibition freight and customs brokerage; get a door-to-stand quote with temporary import bond.
Look for medical cover and exhibition-business trip cover; confirm the policy includes trade-show travel.
Book Cu Chi or Mekong day trips with hotel pick-up from District 1 or District 7.
Informa's badge-scanning lead tool; confirm 2027 activation and export format.
FAQs & glossary
Frequently asked
Glossary
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Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
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