TAROPAK 2026 in Poznan, Poland

TAROPAK 2026 is an international trade fair for packaging and labelling technologies, showcasing machinery, materials, and ready-to-use packaging solutions for almost any industry.

The strength of the format is its hands-on practicality. This is not just talk about trends: you see production lines running, compare technologies by speed, quality, and sustainability, and negotiate supply and implementation directly on site.

Who Should Visit TAROPAK 2026

• Packaging directors and specialists responsible for material selection, equipment, quality control, and the total cost of packaging.

• Production managers, technologists, engineers, and operations teams who want to see equipment in action and ask practical maintenance questions.

• Buyers, commercial directors, and business owners looking for reliable suppliers and a fast way to compare market offers.

• Professionals from food, cosmetics, pharma, chemicals, furniture, automotive, and e-commerce, where packaging directly impacts sales and logistics.

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Key Facts About TAROPAK: A Brief History and Highlights

TAROPAK is a trade fair with a long track record. In 2018, it hosted its 31st edition, and materials are available for earlier years as well, including 2016.

In recent years, the focus has clearly shifted toward measurable efficiency: automation, sustainability, recycling, and e-commerce packaging as a fast-growing standalone theme.

In 2025, a standout element was the 4th Modern Packaging Conference, where speakers discussed new EU rules (including PPWR and EPR), the role of AI in eco-design, and real eco-innovations that can be implemented right now.

Why TAROPAK Stands Out Among Packaging Trade Fairs

• The largest specialist packaging industry trade fair in Poland. This positioning is stated directly on the official event website.

• Strong connection to the food industry. In 2026, TAROPAK will run alongside POLAGRA, boosting professional attendance and creating more contacts for exhibitors working with FMCG and food brands.

• Technology demonstrations at the core. The 2025 reports highlighted live showcases of automated lines, recycling solutions, and technologies that reduce carbon footprint.

• Clear on-site logistics. For the joint staging of POLAGRA and TAROPAK in 2025, the listed halls were 6, 7, 7A, 8 and 8A, with East and West entrances, plus convenient on-site parking.

• Business programme. Discussion panels and B2B meetings are officially announced, so it’s not just “showing up” — it’s about starting real negotiations.

• Awards and competitions. The show presents MTP awards, including the Gold Medal and Acanthus Aureus, which boosts trust in innovations and the overall quality of the exhibition.

Attendance and exhibitor numbers vary by year. In open sources for the 2023 edition, you’ll find a benchmark of: over 10,000 visitors and around 100 exhibitors.

Well-Known Companies at TAROPAK

• PHU BEST. The organiser’s description highlights packaging and automation machinery: from pallet wrappers and carton erectors to complete lines that cut costs and speed up operations.

• Eco Save Group. A TAROPAK 2026 exhibitor with a broad range of packaging materials: boxes, fillers, tapes, films, and protective solutions. Their own vehicle fleet is also highlighted, adding flexibility for deliveries.

• FOLMAT. The organiser’s publication underlines their profile: packaging materials and specialised plastic solutions, supported by long-standing market experience.

• POLPAK. In trade fair news, the company is presented as a manufacturer of machines and lines tailored to specific products: liquid, bulk, or unit-packed. For visitors, it’s a strong example of an “engineering-first” approach, where packaging is configured for real production needs.

• DPD Polska. The company was mentioned as the trade fair’s logistics partner. For exhibitors and visitors, this matters because delivery, returns, and e-commerce packaging are increasingly solved together with logistics, not separately.

• TFP. The company was recognised with an award: a Gold Medal for a specific packaging project. It’s a “market signal” that the show values not only equipment, but also design that performs on the shelf.

What Products and Services Will Be Showcased at TAROPAK 2026

• Packaging machines and equipment: from standalone units to complete production lines.

• Materials, raw inputs, and components: films, paper, cardboard, protective elements, fillers, and transport packaging solutions.

• Finished packaging and labelling: boxes, bags, trays, plus labelling and marking systems.

• Automation and robotics: technologies that speed up packaging and reduce manual labour.

• Sustainable solutions and recycling: approaches to lowering carbon footprint, improving recyclability, and eco-design.

• E-commerce packaging: product protection in delivery, dimensional optimisation, and faster order fulfilment in warehouses.

Visitor Tips for TAROPAK

• Plan your visit around clear goals. TAROPAK 2026 delivers best when you arrive with a task: increase line speed, reduce defects, switch materials, improve packaging for shipping, or meet new EU requirements.

• Set aside time for conferences and panels. In 2025, the conference covered PPWR, EPR, and eco-design, and these are exactly the topics shaping purchasing decisions in the coming seasons.

• Use the MTP venue infrastructure: Wi-Fi, ATMs, first aid, taxis, and food points on site.

• If you’re driving, note the on-site underground parking: a 650-space car park.

• A “hidden advantage” for business visits: pre-book meetings and hold them right at the stands. TAROPAK 2026 features many solutions “in steel”, and a live demo often decides faster than email threads.

How to Exhibit at TAROPAK 2026

To become a TAROPAK 2026 exhibitor, the process usually starts with registration in the exhibitor zone, after which you can order trade fair services, manage applications, and handle documentation.

• Choose your objective: leads, contracts, a product launch, entry into new industries, partnerships with manufacturers and logistics providers.

• Select a stand format. For “heavy” solutions, demonstrations and a clear presentation flow matter: visitor traffic, a meeting area, power supply, safe logistics, and smooth build-up.

• Prepare your team. TAROPAK 2026 attracts a professional audience, so short presentations, savings calculations, implementation examples, and honest service answers work best.

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