As a premier member of the interpack alliance – a leading global trade fair for the packaging industry – the exhibition formerly known as swop (Shanghai World of Packaging) has reached a new milestone. Formally evolving into interpack China 2026, this strategic rebranding marks a significant upgrade in the event’s scale and influence. The exhibition has been inducted into the Guangdong Trades Nationally 2026 directory by Department of Commerce of Guangdong Province, positioning it as a vital gateway for Guangdong-based enterprises to scale their reach across domestic and international markets.
This landmark event for the processing and packaging sectors will return to the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) from November 16–18, 2026. Set to occupy a massive 70,000-square-meter floor space, the trade fair will host over 970 domestic and international elite exhibitors and is expected to draw more than 47,000 trade visitors. The exhibition offers full coverage of the processing and packaging value chain. Core categories include machinery for food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and consumer goods(non-food), alongside production equipment for plastic and paper containers.
The showcase also highlights packaging material production and processing machinery and finished products, as well as intelligent and automated packaging systems, logistics packaging, and packaging design. Additionally, the event spans specialized sectors like packaging printing, components for processing and packaging, and supporting services. By integrating these diverse fields, interpack China 2026 creates a one-stop platform for both technology displays and procurement.
Since entering the Chinese market in 2015, swop has grown alongside the nation’s rapid packaging evolution, establishing itself as a highly influential platform for exchange in the processing and packaging sectors. The success of swop 2025 – which welcomed 43,090 trade visitors from 122 countries and regions with a 97% satisfaction rate – provides a robust audience foundation for interpack China 2026. Renowned global and domestic brands, such as Totole, Master Kong, Coca-Cola, Chi Forest, Kao, 3M, and Nippon Paint, utilize the event for their sourcing needs.
The upgraded interpack China 2026 marks a new milestone for swop’s tenth anniversary in China. By leveraging the vast resources of the interpack alliance, it will serve as an innovation bridge connecting the Chinese packaging industry to the world. Numerous leading companies have already confirmed their participation, prepared to debut cutting-edge automated and intelligent packaging solutions and innovative products and materials to shape a more brilliant future for the global industry.
Centering on the pivotal pillars of sustainability and intelligence, interpack China 2026 offers an immersive panorama of the entire value chain. The event transcends traditional displays by integrating cutting-edge technology, trend analysis, and end-to-end solutions into a single, high-impact experience.
Intelligent packaging, defining the future
interpack China 2026 spotlights the synergy between innovation and intelligence, featuring a comprehensive display of smart packaging equipment – ranging from components to integrated solutions. The dedicated Intelligent Packaging Zone will showcase a full spectrum of frontier technologies, including IoT, AI-driven automation, and flexible production lines. By prioritizing the development of efficient, traceable, and sustainable Smart Factories, this zone provides manufacturers with a definitive roadmap for cost optimization and operational excellence.
Green power
As global demand for environmental protection and sustainability intensifies, achieving circularity and sustainability in packaging has become a paramount industry focus. interpack China 2026 will launch the Green Power zone to showcase emerging packaging materials, products, and technologies, supporting the industry’s dual transformation toward digitalization and green development.
Packaging products and materials hall
To meet the supply chain requirements of leading FMCG brands, the Packaging Products & Materials Hall will be reintroduced, providing a comprehensive ecosystem that features innovative packaging products, cutting-edge materials, and full-value-chain solutions. This platform facilitates strategic matchmaking between material suppliers and brands, driving the innovation and upgrading of packaging products.
Save Food
Experts from government agencies, research institutions, and the agri-food processing, packaging, and supply chains will be invited to the stage. Together, they will explore how innovations and improvements in packaging technology and materials can reduce food loss and waste.
Enhanced business matchmaking
Driven by the commercial objectives of our exhibitors, interpack China 2026 is establishing a comprehensive, bespoke matchmaking framework designed to seamlessly connect exhibitors with high-caliber procurement leads. A standout feature of this edition is the debut of Buyer Navigation: Tailored Routes for Production Pain Points. Developed through a buyer-centric lens, these personalized pathways are mapped to the specific operational challenges within sectors such as food, beverage, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. Moving beyond conventional tours, this initiative allows attendees to resolve production bottlenecks and source requirements in real-time as they navigate the show, ensuring high-impact engagement and measurable results.
Drawing upon its extensive global matchmaking network, interpack China 2026 will actively engage international buyers with verified purchasing mandates. International buyers with confirmed procurement interest will receive exclusive VIP hospitality, including facilitated factory visits, guided booth introductions, and access to private meeting rooms. These high-level, face-to-face interactions serve as a definitive gateway for domestic exhibitors to expand their international reach, fostering synergistic growth and mutual success for companies worldwide.
