printpack alger and plast alger are making a strong comeback to showcase the dynamic momentum of Algeria’s growing printing, packaging, and plastics markets. The dual events, now in their 11th and 10th editions, respectively, will run from 30 March to 1 April 2026 at Palais des Expositions d’Alger – SAFEX, Algiers.
Organised jointly by fairtrade Messe and Messe Düsseldorf, the trade shows serve as Algeria’s key platforms for showcasing printing, packaging, plastics, and recycling technologies. The events are powered by drupa and K, leveraging global expertise to foster regional growth.
Building on the incredible success of the 2025 events which featured 302 exhibitors from 22 countries with 5,403 trade visitors, the organisers have announced an even more vibrant experience for 2026.
The major areas of focus for the 2026 shows include sustainability, recycling, and circular economy. The events aim to be a catalyst for the transformation of the industries towards environmentally friendly practices, encouraging the adoption of sustainable materials and investment in cutting-edge technologies to boost local production, enhance export capabilities, and reduce reliance on consumable imports.
The events are expected to host more than 300 exhibitors from over 20 countries, with national pavilions expected from Austria, China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Spain, and Türkiye. The trade fairs enjoy strong institutional support from numerous international chambers, government ministries, and trade associations, reinforcing their position as the region’s leading business and innovation hub.
printpack alger and plast alger 2026 will feature an entire gamut of exhibits including prepress and premedia systems and software; machinery and related accessories and materials for printing, packaging, bookbinding and print finishing, and paper converting; machinery, equipment, and materials for the plastics, rubber, and recycling industries; raw materials and auxiliaries; and semi-finished products.
The ‘exportal’ portal also provides great networking and B2B matchmaking opportunities with all exhibitors, products, and visitors.
Recycling Sees Upward Trend
As demand for recycling facilities in Algeria is rising steadily, creating strong business opportunities for technology and solution providers, plast alger will place a special focus on recycling solutions. Exhibitors from 21 countries have already confirmed their participation.
Printing, Packaging & Plastics Emerge as High-growth Sectors
Driven by increasing industrialisation and a rapidly expanding population, Algeria stands as a leading investor in printing, packaging, plastics, and recycling across the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region.
New data from VDMA (German Engineering Federation) and EUROMAP highlight Algeria’s rapidly growing printing, packaging, and plastics sectors.
Algeria is currently one of the three largest importers of printing and paper technology in Africa, together with South Africa and Egypt. Imports rose from €77 million in 2021 to €131 million in 2024, at a CAGR of 19.4%.
Algeria is also the largest importer of packaging technology in Africa with imports amounting to €225 million in 2024.
Imports of plastic raw materials grew by 7.8% annually between 2007 and 2024, from 304 kt to 1,095 kt in 2024, placing Algeria as the third largest importer of plastics in its primary forms in the MEA region, following the UAE and Egypt.
Algeria’s plastics technology imports increased by a robust 34.6% annually between 2020 and 2024, from €91 million to €299 million, making Algeria the largest importer of plastics technology in Africa.
Economic Boom Signals Major Gains for Exhibitors
The multi-billion dollar investment programmes that solidify Algeria’s status as a continental economic powerhouse are expected to yield major benefits for participating exhibitors.
Opening Hours: (30 March – 1 April 2026) 10 am – 6 pm.
