London Packaging Week 2026 will take place at Excel London on 16 – 17 September, bringing together packaging brands, designers, retailers and suppliers to discuss industry developments and emerging technologies.
The event will feature new and expanded areas, including a Design Hub powered by Pentawards, an Innovation Gallery showcasing new materials and technologies, a Start-Up Zone, and a Discovery Theatre for presentations from start-ups, SMEs and agencies.
More than 90 speakers are scheduled to participate in the conference programme, including representatives from PackUK, Dolce & Gabbana, PZ Cussons, Diageo, Wrap, PepsiCo and Selfridges. Sessions will focus on topics including sustainability, circular economy initiatives, consumer trends, packaging design and operational efficiency.
A range of global brands, including No7, Jo Malone London, Marks & Spencer, Burberry, Hotel Chocolat, Harrods and Starbucks, are expected to attend, alongside packaging suppliers such as Amcor, Billerud, Fedrigoni and Autajon.
“At the centre of the 2026 edition is a single idea: discovery,” said Josh Brooks, divisional director – packaging portfolio at Easyfairs. “In a landscape defined by complexity, speed, and constraint, the ability to uncover better solutions faster has become a defining competitive advantage.
“Packaging is no longer a technical consideration sitting in the background of brand and operations decisions. It now sits firmly within boardroom strategy, influencing growth, resilience, sustainability and consumer relevance. Discovery is what enables better decisions, and that’s what this event is built around.”
