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16 - 19 March 2027 | Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

Across four unmissable days, Australia's largest processing and packaging expo, APPEX 2027 will take over all 20 bays of the MCEC, creating a massive 30,000m² showcase of the latest technology, innovation, expertise and ideas shaping the future of the processing and packaging industry.

Step onto the show floor and see it all in action. From live equipment demos and the latest technology to expert insights and hands-on experiences, APPEX 2027 is the place to explore solutions from hundreds of exhibitors, all under one roof.

APPEX is the must-attend triennial industry event, representing all areas of processing & packaging, including machinery, ancillary equipment, materials and packaging, food processing, logistics & materials handling, and industry services.

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What's On at APPEX 2027

Exhibition

Get hands-on with the latest equipment, technology and solutions across 30,000m² of exhibition space, spanning four dedicated zones: Materials & Packaging, Packaging Machinery, IT & Services, and Processing & Packaging Machinery. See what’s new and discover solutions built for the challenges of modern manufacturing.

Live Demonstrations

See innovation in action. Experience the latest tech, equipment and product innovations up close with live demonstrations across the expo. APPEX 2027 is the industry event to see innovation in real time and discover what’s new across processing and packaging.

Meat Industry Day

Returning to APPEX 2027, Meat Industry Day is an initiative led by the Australian Meat Processor Corporation (AMPC), bringing the meat processing sector together on Wednesday 17 March to connect, share knowledge and explore the latest technologies, equipment and solutions shaping the industry.

Exhibition

Get hands-on with the latest equipment, technology and solutions across 30,000m² of exhibition space, spanning four dedicated zones: Materials & Packaging, Packaging Machinery, IT & Services, and Processing & Packaging Machinery. See what’s new and discover solutions built for the challenges of modern manufacturing.

Live Demonstrations

See innovation in action. Experience the latest tech, equipment and product innovations up close with live demonstrations across the expo. APPEX 2027 is the industry event to see innovation in real time and discover what’s new across processing and packaging.

Meat Industry Day

Returning to APPEX 2027, Meat Industry Day is an initiative led by the Australian Meat Processor Corporation (AMPC), bringing the meat processing sector together on Wednesday 17 March to connect, share knowledge and explore the latest technologies, equipment and solutions shaping the industry.

International Packaging Press Organisation Forum

The International Packaging Press Organisation Forum has partnered with APPMA to add a global flavour to sessions in the APPEX Seminar Theatre, with experienced journalists bringing their expert insights and participating in Q&A sessions with local brand owners and industry leaders.

APPMA Awards of Excellence & APPEX Gala Dinner

Celebrate the people, businesses and ideas shaping the future of processing and packaging at the APPMA Awards of Excellence and APPEX Gala Dinner. An evening recognising excellence, innovation, leadership and best practice across the industry. Awards Submissions close Friday 18th September. Tickets on sale soon.

Student Education Day

Engineering students, this is your opportunity to connect with the processing and packaging industry, get closer to the latest tech and innovation, and discover the diverse career pathways and opportunities available across the sector.

Food Industry Solution Series

Join expert-led sessions at The Food Industry Solution Series, showcasing the latest technology, automation and efficiency solutions for manufacturers. Hosted and curated by Barry McGookin, sessions will run on Tuesday 16 March and Thursday 18 March 2027.

F&B SME Packaging & Machinery Solutions Centre

Australian SMEs, this is your destination for independent expert advice towards more sustainable manufacturing. In partnership with APPMA, End Food Waste, AIP, Tetra Pak, and RMIT, the solutions centre will deliver real-world case studies and provide research-backed guidance on packaging, processing, and machinery transitions.

The Packaging Innovation Edit Live by PKN x ThePackHub

The Packaging Innovation Edit Live is coming to APPEX 27. A PKN and ThePackHub collaboration presented by ThePackHub's CEO, Paul Jenkins. Visitors can expect insights into a curated selection of standout global packaging innovations, plus daily sessions on trends and innovations hitting the market.

Network & Dine

Returning in 2027, APPEX will have dedicated zones for all sectors of the industry, as well as Networking & Dining Hubs. Whether you’re catching up with existing clients, meeting new contacts or taking a break between sessions, there’ll be plenty of spaces to connect over a coffee, meal or drink.

Innovation & New Technology

Explore the latest technologies, equipment and solutions transforming the industry, from smarter automation and advanced machinery to new materials, digital solutions and emerging technologies. See what’s new, what’s possible and how innovation can help drive your business forward.

Meet the Experts

Get closer to the people behind the industry. Meet leading experts, suppliers, innovators and exhibitors from across processing and packaging, gain insights, ask questions and discover practical solutions to the challenges facing your business. Exhibitor Directory launching soon.

Register to attend APPEX 2027

Registration is now open to attend Australia’s leading processing & packaging exhibition, returning to Melbourne March 16–19, 2027. Discover the latest tech, innovation and solutions to move your business forward.

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