Show Features

The PPMA Show® 2026 is the UK’s biggest free-to-attend processing and packaging machinery event – and there’s even more to explore in 2026. Alongside hundreds of leading exhibitors, you’ll find a packed programme of interactive show features designed to help you make the most of your visit. From expert-led tours and live demonstrations to immersive tech and valuable networking opportunities, the show is built to inform, inspire, and connect professionals across the industry.

Here’s what’s in store:

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PPMA SHOW

APP

Make the most of your visit with our new show app, featuring SmartScan technology and ContentCapture – helping you connect, collect leads, and follow up with ease.

PPMA SHOW TV

PPMA Show® 2026 will be live streamed. Catch up with all the action and interviews on YouTube.

LIVE DEMONSTRATION THEATRE

See brand-new product launches brought to life through this highly interactive panel discussion.

DAILY INNOVATION TOURS

Join our expert-led Daily Innovation Tours to discover cutting-edge packaging and processing technologies, with exclusive stops in the Demonstration Theatre.

360° VIRTUAL TOURS

Step inside the PPMA Show® 2026 from anywhere with our immersive 360˚ virtual tours.

NETWORKING RECEPTION

Join colleagues and exhibitors for informal drinks and conversations to build valuable business connections.

INDUSTRY SECTOR ICONS

Quickly spot the sectors each exhibitor serves with our new Industry Sector Icons — from Beverages to Pharmaceuticals, making it easier to find the right suppliers.

SEMINARS

Join our exciting new line-up of industry leaders on topics like sustainability, smart manufacturing, and operational efficiency.

VIP LOUNGE

Take a break from the show floor and enjoy exclusive access, refreshments, and a relaxed setting to network with industry peers.