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Students put engineering knowledge, problem-solving, teamwork, and strategy to the test in a showdown across the PACK EXPO International show floor.

Six high school teams put engineering, innovation, and problem-solving skills to the test in biennial packaging competition

Attendees recognize three groundbreaking innovations advancing food and beverage packaging, general packaging and processing, and sustainability.

2026 recipients represent the next generation of talent across engineering, packaging, and advanced manufacturing

With 2,700 exhibitors, 150+ educational sessions, and new attendee experiences, the show delivers solutions for the future of packaging and processing.

North America’s most comprehensive packaging and processing event brings 2,700+ exhibitors, 150+ educational sessions, targeted pavilions, networking, and special events to Chicago, Oct. 18–21.

Hands-on competitions, robotics demonstrations, career connections, and show-floor experiences introduce students to the possibilities of packaging and processing careers.

Can’t-miss events featuring Third Eye Blind, trailblazing Thunderbird Nicole Malachowski, and exclusive networking experiences connect packaging and processing professionals beyond the show floor.

Nine innovations compete for top honors in food and beverage, general packaging and processing, and sustainability at PACK EXPO International.