Over its 15-year history, London Packaging Week has established a reputation as more than just another date in the calendar. As the premier packaging showcase prepares to bring together the brightest minds, latest technologies, and most creative solutions in the industry, packaging professionals everywhere are gearing up to exchange ideas, forge new partnerships, and shape the sector’s future. For anyone invested in the business of packaging – whether in design, sustainability, supply chain, or branding – this is a must-attend event that serves as the industry’s beating heart.
15 years of innovation
London Packaging Week has a rich and storied history. Launched in 2010 as Packaging Innovations & Luxury Packaging London, the event quickly established itself as a major platform for showcasing advancements and innovations. 2022 saw it rebrand as London Packaging Week for the first time, introducing a new format with four co-located exhibitions. Each of these was tailored to highlight a specific sector: Packaging Première for luxury products, PCD for perfume and cosmetics, PLD for premium and luxury drinks, and Food & Consumer Pack for food and everyday packaging. This strategic shift enabled the event to better meet the unique needs of the industry and offer an invaluable experience for all professionals across the packaging value chain.
Recent years have seen attendance soar. In 2024, London Packaging welcomed more than 5,000 unique guests through its doors – the highest attendance to date – and showcased the products and solutions for more than 190 exhibitors. Throughout this history, the speaker programme has consistently emphasised sustainability and innovation, attracting a dynamic audience that keeps the event at the cutting edge of industry trends.
A landmark event
As London Packaging Week celebrates its landmark 15th anniversary in 2025, the event promises to be bigger and better than ever. Taking place on 15 & 16 October at Excel London, this year’s edition will reflect both the heritage and forward-thinking spirit of British packaging.
London Packaging Week 2025 will once again feature a curated line-up of more than 70 top creative and technical minds, delivering insightful sessions across three dedicated stages: The Luxury Stage, The Beauty & Drinks Stage, and The Food & Consumer Pack Stage. These sessions will address the most pressing issues facing the industry today, from sustainability and regulatory compliance to the rise of artificial intelligence and the demand for personalised, connected packaging. For example, one session will see Walpole – the UK’s only business organisation for luxury brands – explore the impact of Extended Producer Responsibility on the luxury market, while others will delve into the challenge of balancing luxury appeal with more sustainable practices and materials.
A major highlight for 2025 is the return of the London Packaging Week Innovation Awards, following their successful debut in 2024. These awards celebrate the most outstanding designs and solutions and underscore the packaging industry’s commitment to creativity. The awards ceremony, scheduled for the second day, will shine a spotlight on those businesses setting new benchmarks in packaging excellence. Prestigious brands including Hotel Chocolat, Mondelez, Glenmorangie, Hennessy, Innocent, The Macallan, LUSH, Pladis, Sainsbury’s, Harrods, and The Glenlivet have entered the Innovation Awards, with the final shortlist expected to be announced in August.
The event’s commitment to showcasing the best in British design is evident in its partnership with Pentawards, the world’s leading packaging design competition. The ‘Best of British Design Gallery’ will feature 50 award-winning packaging designs, offering inspiration and insight into the creativity that defines the UK’s packaging sector. Visitors can also engage with the Museum of Brands, which will present a display of iconic, innovative, and sometimes controversial packs from throughout history, bringing packaging’s past, present, and future vividly to life.
For those seeking practical solutions and inspiration, the Supplier Gallery offers a showcase of the latest and most sustainable supplier innovations. The top 10 innovations, selected by a panel of external judges, will be highlighted as must-see examples of industry progress. Meanwhile, the PackUK clinic provides attendees with the opportunity to consult with experts, ask questions, and receive tailored advice for their packaging challenges.
This year also sees the introduction of the EasyFairs Packaging Council (EPC), a strategic advisory board composed of industry leaders. The EPC will offer expert insights and guidance, ensuring that London Packaging Week continues to set the agenda for innovation, sustainability, and technological advancement in packaging.
Connecting the industry
Networking and collaboration are at the heart of London Packaging Week. Bringing together more than 190 leading suppliers and over 5,000 packaging professionals, the event attracts representatives from iconic brands such as Burberry, Jo Malone, Fortnum & Mason, Harrods, Diageo, Tesco, and Elemis. Whether you’re sourcing sustainable materials, exploring the latest innovations, or searching for a completely new solution, London Packaging Week offers unmatched opportunities to connect, collaborate, and be inspired.
The exhibitor line-up features top-tier industry names, including AllPack, Beatson Clark, Berry Global, Dekorglass, DS Smith, Favini, Holmen Iggesund, International Direct Packaging, and Keenpac, giving visitors access to some of the most innovative and high-quality packaging solutions in the world.
With live product launches, immersive demonstrations, and a packed conference programme featuring more than 50 thought leaders, London Packaging Week 2025 is set to be the most dynamic and influential edition yet. It is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of industry change, to learn from the best, and to help shape the future of packaging.
As the packaging world continues to evolve, so too does London Packaging Week. This 15th anniversary edition represents a bold statement of intent for the future. Whether you are a brand owner, designer, supplier, or innovator, this is your chance to be part of the conversation and to play a role in driving the industry forward.
Register now for London Packaging Week 2025 and secure your place at the heart of packaging innovation, design, and collaboration. Join us at Excel London on 15 & 16 October and be part of the future of packaging.