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PROPAK AFRICA 2025
Hear from leading packaging industry specialists at Propak Africa 2025
More than 500 local and international exhibitors will converge on the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec, for Propak Africa 2025 taking place from 11-14 March. In addition to the new innovations and technologies on display, the event offers visitors the opportunity to hear from leading industry experts in the packaging, plastics, print, labelling and food processing sectors about the latest trends, developments, innovations and best practise case studies. Visitors to the show benefit from the accompanying seminars and conferences bringing together the best minds in the packaging sector to share their knowledge and experience. 4 Mar 2025 Read more

PROPAK AFRICA 2025
Game-changing packaging innovations take center stage at Propak Africa
As sustainability grows in importance for the packaging industry, innovation is accelerating at an unprecedented pace. Propak Africa, set to take place from 11-14 March at the Johannesburg Expo Centre in Nasrec, will showcase the latest trends shaping the future of sustainable packaging, printing, plastics, and processing. 3 Mar 2025 Read more

PROPAK AFRICA 2025
Trends and innovations shaping the growing food and beverage sector on show at Propak Africa 2025
The food and beverage sector is the largest and most vital part of South Africa’s manufacturing industry, contributing 25% to total production. Recent growth, largely driven by dairy, snacks, beverages, and bakery products, has increased the demand for safe, traceable food packaging solutions. All the latest developments in food packaging and labelling will be on show at Propak Africa and co-located shows FoodPro Expo, Pro-Plas Expo, Pro-Label Expo, and The GAPP Print Expo. 27 Feb 2025 Read more

PROPAK AFRICA 2025
All the latest packaging and printing trends at Propak Africa and co-located shows
Packaging and printing play a critical role in South Africa’s economy, supporting industries from retail to agriculture and manufacturing. Businesses are increasingly seeking smarter, more efficient ways to reduce costs, improve environmental responsibility, and meet shifting consumer demands. Industry trends such as automation, digitisation, and the increasing demand for sustainable solutions are transforming the local packaging and print industries. All the latest global trends making waves in packaging and printing will be highlighted at Propak Africa and co-located shows the GAPP Print Expo, Pro-Label Expo, Pro-Plas Expo, and FoodPro Expo, taking place in Johannesburg from 11 to 14 March. 26 Feb 2025 Read more

Hostex 2026
Hostex 2026: Celebrating 40 years of opening doors for the hospitality, food and beverage industry
Opportunities are brewing for businesses in the hospitality, food, and beverage industry as Hostex 2026 approaches. Taking place from 8 to 10 March 2026, this milestone event marks 40 years of helping suppliers connect with buyers, showcase innovations, and grow their brands. 20 Feb 2025 Read more

PROPAK AFRICA 2025
Sustainability of plastic packaging highlighted at Pro-Plas Expo 2025
Plastic packaging plays a crucial role in South Africa’s supply chains, particularly in the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors. While its durability and cost-effectiveness make it essential, the conversation around sustainability is reshaping the industry. At Pro-Plas Expo 2025, leading innovators will showcase cutting-edge solutions that are making plastic packaging more recyclable, reusable, and environmentally responsible. 17 Feb 2025 Read more

PROPAK AFRICA 2025
Explore the future of packaging at Propak Africa
Just weeks from now, South Africa's premier trade showcase, Propak Africa, will open its doors, revealing groundbreaking innovations across packaging, printing, plastics, food processing and labelling. Taking place at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec, from 11-14 March 2025, this triennial event has become a trusted hub for industry professionals striving to stay ahead in an ever-changing market. 12 Feb 2025 Read more

PROPAK AFRICA 2025
Propak Africa 2025: Driving Smart Solutions in Packaging and Beyond
As automation and digitisation accelerates across industries, companies are recognising the need to invest in smarter solutions, products and services to stay competitive. For those in packaging and related fields, Propak Africa, a leading industry trade show, provides unmatched insights into these latest innovations. 14 Nov 2024 Read more

ontbytSAKE Business of the Year Award presented to Specialised Exhibitions
At an evening filled with glitz and glamour with entertainment from various artists and fantastic food, the ontbytSAKE Business of the Year Awards 2024 were the highlight of the night! Around 300 guests attended the prestigious event, including representatives from the award finalists - businesses that are part of the ontbytSAKE programme, celebrities, and the public. 4 Jun 2024 Read more

Machine Tools Africa 2024
Machine Tools Africa puts on a world-class show with exceptional technology advancements on display
Thousands of visitors from across the country attended Machine Tools Africa eager to see the latest machinery, products, services and technologies that South Africa has to offer. The show last took place seven years ago and there have been huge advancements made since that time. 31 May 2024 Read more

Machine Tools Africa 2024
Machine Tools Africa highlights latest IT and software for manufacturing market
New technological developments have thrust the local machine tools industry into a novel growth phase. The incorporation of automation and intelligent functions, as well as CNC machines for increased accuracy and efficiency are now common in contemporary manufacturing facilities. In addition, real-time data analysis and monitoring, made possible by the integration of the Internet of Things, help manufacturers optimise production procedures and minimise downtime. 20 May 2024 Read more

Machine Tools Africa 2024
Industry leaders to deliver world-class seminars at Machine Tools Africa
Industry leaders from across the manufacturing and machine tools market will deliver a programme of world-class, free-to-attend seminars at Machine Tools Africa 2024, taking place at the Expo Centre in Nasrec, Johannesburg, from 21-24 May. Visitors at the show can expect to hear from industry experts on the latest industry trends and developments in the global and African machine tools market. The experts will highlight new developments, present case studies, and give local examples of leading technologies, solutions and methodologies. 20 May 2024 Read more

Machine Tools Africa 2024
Latest trends in machines tools market on display at Machine Tools Africa
Machine tools is an integral part of the manufacturing industry, and directly impacts the economy of any country. The machine tools sector in Africa provides numerous prospects for investment, motivated by demand from the aerospace, automotive and energy sectors. 14 May 2024 Read more

Machine Tools Africa 2024
Critical importance of Machine Tools Market in Africa highlighted at Machine Tools Africa 2024
Machine tools are the foundation of modern manufacturing, providing essential equipment for the fabrication processes of all major manufacturing sectors, including automotive, aerospace, electronics, and energy. 13 May 2024 Read more

Machine Tools Africa 2024
Industry leaders, innovators to congregate at Machine Tools Africa
Stay abreast of industry trends, gain insight to the latest technologies, and see hundreds of new products and innovations on display at the world-class Machine Tools Africa exhibition, taking place from 21-24 May 2024 at the Johannesburg Expo Centre in Nasrec. 29 Apr 2024 Read more

Machine Tools Africa 2024
Machine Tools Africa for everything that twists, turns, rotates, cuts, forms, bends or shapes
Africa’s biggest machine tools exhibition is taking place from 21-24 May 2024 at the Johannesburg Expo Centre in Nasrec and will be showcasing cutting-edge developments across the machine tool and related industries and the very latest global machine tool technology. Machine Tools Africa 2024 will also highlight the importance of local suppliers and their international manufacturing partners. 28 Mar 2024 Read more

Hostex 2026
Hostex 2024: Africa's premier expo unites industry for 3 days
Thousands of decision-makers from the hospitality and food and beverage industry have been converging at the Sandton Convention Centre for the highly anticipated expo they've awaited for two years. Hostex - Africa’s premier food, drink, and hospitality expo - returns from 3-5 March, connecting buyers with sellers, chefs with innovative tools, and knowledge-seekers with industry leaders. 5 Mar 2024 Read more

Hostex 2026
Meet the ambassadors and attend free seminars by industry leaders at Hostex 2024
Hostex is proud to introduce its esteemed 2024 ambassadors – each a renowned expert in their respective field – who will be bringing their expertise and insights to Hostex 2024 from 3-5 March at Sandton Convention Centre. 1 Mar 2024 Read more

Hostex 2024: Africa's expo unites leaders and innovators for three days of inspiration
In just three weeks, thousands of decision-makers from the hospitality and food and beverage industry will converge at the Sandton Convention Centre for the highly anticipated expo they've awaited for two years. Hostex – Africa’s premier food, drink, and hospitality expo – returns from 3 to 5 March, connecting buyers with sellers, chefs with innovative tools, and knowledge-seekers with industry leaders. 20 Feb 2024 Read more

Propak Cape 2026
New technology on show at Propak Cape reflecting latest industry trends
Packaging design and innovation forms the cutting edge of modern product marketing and 2023 has seen a host of new packaging trends emerge that are revolutionising product packaging. The latest trends in packaging and design will be on show at this year's Propak Cape 2023 exhibition taking place at the Cape Town International Conference Centre (CTICC) from 24-26 October. 25 Oct 2023 Read more

Propak Cape 2026
Packaging industry trends highlighted at Propak Cape seminars
Local industry leaders at the forefront of the South African packaging industry will gather at the Cape Town International Conference Centre (CTICC) at Propak Cape, taking place from 24-26 October. This highly respected innovative packaging solutions trade expo will showcase the latest industry trends across the packaging, food processing, plastics, printing, labelling and related industries. 24 Oct 2023 Read more

Propak Cape 2026
Sustainable recycling and bio-degradable solutions on show at Propak Cape
According to the World Economic Forum's Global Risk Report 2023, the top four global risks for the next decade are all directly linked to the natural environment. The number-one risk humankind will be grappling with for the next decade is the risk of failure to mitigate climate change. 23 Oct 2023 Read more

Propak Cape 2026
Latest technologies for the growing food and beverage industry showcased at Propak Cape 2023
The local food and beverage sector is the most significant component of South Africa's manufacturing industry, involving agriculture and agro-processing. The local sector is experiencing increasing demand, especially in the consumption of beverages. Soft drink consumption is on the rise as customers consume more carbonated drinks. The consumption of bottled water has also grown significantly and there has been an increased demand among younger consumers for products such as energy drinks. Another trend in the beer market is the shift in consumer preference toward low and non-alcoholic beers and craft beers. 20 Oct 2023 Read more

Propak Cape 2026
Propak Cape puts the spotlight on the importance of packaging printing
The global packaging printing market is benefiting from the growing demand for attractive packaging. High quality packaging printing increases the aesthetic appeal of a product, producing a better finished product and improving brand awareness and product differentiation in the market. Technological advancements are also driving growth in the packaging printing market. Packaging printing is particularly important in support of the growth in the pharmaceutical and food and beverage industries where it provides enhanced aesthetic appeal, better communicability, and enables protection from counterfeiting. 19 Oct 2023 Read more

Propak Cape 2026
The sustainable properties of plastic on show at Propak Cape
Plastics are a valuable part of the packaging materials mix which offers functionality that is difficult to replicate with other packaging materials. Its barrier properties for food and product preservation are extremely valuable in ensuring the integrity of the product enclosed. By safeguarding the product, plastic packaging saves resources and reduces the carbon and water footprints associated with manufacturing that product. 18 Oct 2023 Read more

Propak Cape 2026
Trends driving growth in the South African packaging industry
This year's Propak Cape Exhibition, taking place in Cape Town in October, is the perfect event to showcase the key trends driving growth in the South African packaging industry. Visitors to the show will be able to engage on all the latest packaging trends and growth drivers operating to expand the local packaging market in the next five years. 17 Oct 2023 Read more

Propak Cape 2026
Propak Cape shines the light on latest products, technology and innovation
Of importance to all those associated with the packaging, printing, plastics, food processing, labelling and related industries, Propak Cape will shine the light on the very latest products and technologies that these industries have to offer. 16 Oct 2023 Read more

Propak Cape 2026
Innovative packaging solutions trade expo returns to the Western Cape
This year sees the return of Propak Cape and, with packaging being big business in the Western Cape, you don't want to miss this year's event taking place at the Cape Town International Conference Centre (CTICC) from 24-26 October. 22 Sep 2023 Read more

Machine Tools Africa 2024
Launch of Africa's biggest machine tools exhibition
The recent launch of Machine Tools Africa was attended by industry leaders interested in the latest show updates and new features that will be incorporated in the in 2024 trade exhibition. An event owned by the Machine Tool Merchants' Association of South Africa (MTMA) in partnership with organisers Specialised Exhibitions, Machine Tools Africa will be taking place at the Expo Centre in Nasrec, Johannesburg, from 21-24 May 2024. 9 Jun 2023 Read more