Regulatory shifts around deposit return schemes and circular packaging are reshaping procurement decisions in the beverage industry. Three days in Warsaw will concentrate technologies for materials, filling lines and marking systems relevant to manufacturers and suppliers.
Dates and venue for Drink Packaging Expo 2026 in Warsaw
The fair runs from 17 to 19 November 2026 at Ptak Warsaw Expo. This is the inaugural edition and the event focuses on packaging materials, automation, quality control and integration of bottling lines.
Exhibits and company profiles on site
Exhibition sectors include PET and glass bottles, cans, cartons and closures, printing and decoration, labelling and traceability, filling and bottling technologies, packaging machinery and automation, materials and compliance with circular economy principles. Visitor profiles cover mineral water and soft drink producers, juice and syrup manufacturers, breweries and wineries, spirits and dairy beverage producers, contract bottlers, retailers and technical staff involved in procurement.
Market-Ready Packaging Conference highlights
The conference targets beverage manufacturers and packaging suppliers. Panels discuss compliance with deposit return systems and PPWR regulations, technological efficiency in production and the role of packaging in brand development and sales. Topics link directly to order fulfilment and B2B purchasing processes.
Practical B2B prospecting advice for Drink Packaging Expo 2026
- Target list first. Identify the suppliers and technologies that match your product and production scale.
- Prepare concise technical data sheets and digital assets for quick sharing. QR-enabled materials speed up follow up.
- Schedule short, focused meetings around demonstrations. Allow time to inspect filling lines and printing demos.
- Bring checklist items linked to regulatory compliance and recyclability to streamline technical conversations with suppliers.
Key figures
- Visitors 5000
- Exhibitors 90
- Venue Ptak Warsaw Expo
Closing thought and official link
As the sector adapts to stricter recycling and reuse requirements, Drink Packaging Expo 2026 offers a practical setting to assess concrete equipment and material options before procurement decisions. Full event details and registration are available at the official website http://drinkpackagingexpo.com/en
