Labelexpo Southeast Asia 2025, the region’s largest label and package printing event, returns to Bangkok from May 8-10, showcasing the latest technology with a strong focus on sustainability. 

Featuring over 190 of the world’s leading manufacturers, including Domino, Jet Technologies, Konica Minolta, Durst and Nilpeter, the event has registered a 40% growth since its earlier iteration in 2023, and it will shine a spotlight on sustainable solutions and technology while delivering a sustainable experience to visitors. 

The demand for sustainability 

With consumers driving the demand for sustainability, the focus on greener solutions is increasingly crucial to future-proof businesses in the global market. “Spotlight on Sustainability” is Labelexpo Southeast Asia 2025’s dedicated feature focused on helping visitors discover sustainable materials and innovative operational processes at the event. 

Armor-IIMAK will promote thermal transfer ribbons claimed to produce 12% less waste than industry-standard products. Cosmo Films will support the circular economy with its synthetic paper and Green graphic films. K Laser will showcase eco-friendly solutions, including 100% recyclable Eco-Paperboard and rPET-based transfer films. 

KURZ will be emphasizing recyclable, deinkable, and compostable decorative products under the theme “Design and Sustainability. Sharing one Future.” Meanwhile, Lintec will feature recyclable mono-material which can be peeled off cleanly and reduces the risk of contamination during recycling.

A sustainable visitor experience 

Another core aspect of Labelexpo Southeast Asia 2025’s focus on sustainability is to inspire the label and package printing community to embrace more sustainable practices, guided by three main pillars: 

Inspiring sustainability: From procurement to the visitor experience and content, the event has sustainability embedded into every aspect. In 2025, Labelexpo Southeast Asia has partnered with Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Center – BITEC, a sustainability multi award-winning venue. Its commitment to sustainability is closely guided by the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals and includes energy saving and resource conservation.

Environmentally responsible: The event is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2030. In addition to prioritizing sustainability across venue, catering and recommended accommodation, Labelexpo Southeast Asia 2025 has implemented a range of sustainability measures. These include utilizing smart badge technology to reduce paper waste; recycling event graphics; reducing plastic waste with local recycling partnerships; and establishing a carpet recycling program in collaboration with local charities, shelters and community organizations. The event is also powered by 100% renewable energy. 

Wellbeing: Labelexpo Southeast Asia 2025’s comprehensive approach to sustainability extends to visitors’ wellbeing, providing a nursing room, mindfulness lounge and a prayer room in a fully accessible venue. Visitors also have access to practical advice on how to maximize their sustainability impact. 

Richard Quirk, event manager, Labelexpo Southeast Asia, says: “Returning in 2025, Labelexpo Southeast Asia has cemented its position as the ASEAN region’s premier stop for label and package printing technology. We continue to serve our community by being at the forefront of the industry’s trends and shifts with sustainability clearly the next pillar of change in the industry.” 

Jade Grace, managing director, Labelexpo Global Series adds, “We are delighted to return to Thailand to deliver the ASEAN region’s label market an innovative and sustainable event, which has grown both in business and quality of visitors commanding real buying decision power. As part of the leading international events organizer, Informa, Labelexpo Southeast Asia 2025 will continue to deliver sustainable experiences to our community and directly inspire our industry to continue to leave a lasting and positive impact on sustainability.”