The inaugural Pack Expo Southeast 2025 (March 10–12) has officially opened its doors at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, bringing together the region’s top packaging and processing professionals for three days of innovation, education, and networking.

With a sold-out exhibit floor featuring 500+ exhibitors across 110,000 square feet, this event is touted as a premier destination for exploring the latest automation, robotics, sustainability, and operational efficiency advancements. Thousands of industry professionals will experience new technologies, gain valuable insights, and make critical connections that will shape the future of their businesses.

“With the Southeast emerging as one of the fastest-growing manufacturing hubs in the US, there has never been a better time or place for Pack Expo Southeast,” says Jim Pittas, president & CEO of show producer PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies. “This show is more than an event — it’s where business gets done. The sold-out show floor, hands-on demonstrations, expert-led education, and strategic networking make this a must-attend experience for anyone in packaging and processing.”

Pack Expo Southeast is designed for packaging and processing professionals across 40+ vertical markets, offering a one-stop shop for innovation with a mix of cross-industry solutions.

Attendees will experience:

• Machinery in Action – Experience live demonstrations of the latest automation, robotics, and sustainable packaging solutions designed to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
   
• Specialized Pavilions – Explore the Reusable Packaging Pavilion to discover game-changing, sustainable supply chain strategies and connect with key industry organizations and workforce development programs at the Association Partner and Workforce Development Pavilion.
   
• Thought-Leading Education – Gain insights from Industry Speaks and Innovation Stage sessions featuring expert-led discussions on robotics, automation, e-commerce, sustainability, and workforce challenges.
   
• High Impact Networking Events – Meet with industry leaders, suppliers, and peers at exclusive events like:
   

• Opening Reception, sponsored by Domino North America and Multi-Conveyor – Unwind with industry peers on Monday, March 10, from 4:00–5:30 p.m., Hall C Lobby. Enjoy a sampling of southern-inspired food, complimentary drinks, and music by DJ Miami. Your badge is your ticket.
   
• The Packaging & Processing Women’s Leadership Network Reception (Tuesday, March 11, 4:00–6:00 p.m., Room C108-109) is hosted in partnership with the Georgia Chapter of Women in Manufacturing and sponsored by Morrison Container Handling Solutions. This event is a unique opportunity for women in the industry to network, share experiences, and discuss leadership development in a collaborative and inspiring environment.
   
• The Young Professionals Networking Reception (Monday, March 10, 7:00–10:00 p.m.) is an opportunity for young professionals seeking to grow their network and advance their careers to connect at Wild Leap Atlanta.