pacprocess MEA to Propel Exports, Industry Growth
Dual events to focus on pushing exports; 10th anniversary of co-located Food Africa show; MEA food packaging market expected to grow to $33.39 billion by 2032
Riding high on a record-breaking display in 2024, professionals from the global packaging and processing industries will convene for the sixth edition of pacprocess MEA at Egypt International Exhibition Center (EIEC), Cairo, from 9-12 December 2025.
The exhibition serves as a vital platform to address the requirements of thriving industries like food and beverages, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, industrial goods, non-food consumer goods, and other related sectors in the Middle East and Africa region.
The trade fair offers excellent opportunities in the processing, packaging, and printing sectors, bringing together local and international industry stakeholders from across the entire value chain to showcase cutting-edge technologies and forge lucrative partnerships.
The accompanying conference programme will address the evolving needs of the processing and packaging industries, as well as the challenges faced by the sector and relevant issues for the future, such as sustainability. Additionally, pacprocess MEA 2025 will showcase advanced technologies and innovative solutions in the areas of packaging and processing which aim to minimise environmental impact and improve operational efficiency.
One of the highlights is the Hosted Buyers Program, a dedicated B2B platform that facilitates business undertakings and maximises return on investment for participants through expansion of their business networks and closing deals on the spot.
“pacprocess MEA is one of the most significant exhibitions in printing, packaging, and equipment in Egypt and the Middle East. It has been instrumental in supporting exhibitors, especially small and medium-sized enterprises, by enabling them to enter export markets and expand internationally, strengthening Egypt’s global position in the industry,” says Sara Ibrahim, Executive Director of Egypt’s Export Council for Printing, Packaging, Paper, Literary and Artistic Works.
Food & Packaging: A Special Synergy
pacprocess MEA will be held concurrently with Food Africa, the foremost international exhibition in the African region dedicated to the agro-food industry, which is back for its 10th anniversary. Together, they attract a global audience of professionals, buyers, and decision makers from interconnected sectors. The synergy between the two events is always special since the food industry is the largest consumer of packaging products.
“Egypt is a very interesting market between north and south, east and west. The food industry plays a central role in this 110+ million consumer market, opening up numerous opportunities for processing and packaging industries,” says Thomas Dohse, Director interpack, Portfolio Processing & Packaging, Messe Düsseldorf GmbH.
pacprocess MEA and Food Africa 2024 brought together 1,018 exhibitors from 35 countries, with over 31,000 visitors and more than 500 carefully selected buyers, solidifying their position as premier international B2B hubs for the sector.
The dual events are organised by Messe Düsseldorf under the umbrella of interpack alliance, together with local partners IFP Egypt and Konzept Exhibitions & Event Management.
MEA’s Rapidly Growing Market
The Middle East and Africa’s processing, packaging, and printing markets are growing rapidly, driven by rising demand and industrial expansion. Egypt is a key hub, with strong investments in packaging and processing, bolstered by its strategic location and growing manufacturing sector. This evolving industry offers significant opportunities for innovation and investment.
The food packaging market in the MEA region is expected to grow from $22.89 billion in 2024 to $33.39 billion in 2032. The region’s food processing and material handling equipment market size is expected to increase significantly to $14.72 billion at an impressive CAGR of 5.9% for the forecast period 2024-2031.
Egypt’s packaging market size is expected to reach $5.08 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 4.1% from 2025-2031. Additionally, Egypt’s paper packaging market is expected to increase from $1.5 billion to $2 billion, growing at 3.4% CAGR for the 2025-2030 forecast period.
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