{"id":8243,"date":"2026-06-11T10:09:58","date_gmt":"2026-06-11T03:09:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.exhibitionconference.com\/?p=8243"},"modified":"2026-06-11T10:11:15","modified_gmt":"2026-06-11T03:11:15","slug":"propak-asia-2026-opens-impact-muang-thong-thani-industry-five","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.exhibitionconference.com\/index.php\/2026\/06\/11\/propak-asia-2026-opens-impact-muang-thong-thani-industry-five\/","title":{"rendered":"ProPak Asia 2026 opens, driving Industry 5.0 shift to position Thailand as global F&B hub"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

ProPak Asia 2026<\/strong> has officially opened, featuring a collaboration between Informa Markets Thailand<\/strong>, the World Packaging Organisation (WPO)<\/strong>, the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO)<\/strong>, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI)<\/strong>, and various domestic and international trade organizations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The event showcases modern manufacturing technologies, artificial intelligence (AI<\/strong>), and automated machinery from more than 2,500 leading global brands<\/strong>. It brings together over 100 experts<\/strong> to share knowledge, aiming to prepare operators for the transition to Industry 5.0<\/strong>. The exhibition is expected to attract over 80,000 international visitors<\/strong> and generate up to 5.5 billion baht<\/strong> in trade and business negotiation value.<\/p>\n\n\n

\n
\"\"<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Mr. Sanchai Noombunnam, Country General Manager of Informa Markets Thailand<\/strong> and organizer of ProPak Asia 2026<\/strong>, noted during the opening that modern machinery, AI<\/strong>, and automation have transformed the entire industrial system. While Asean remains a crucial global food production base, current industry factors and technological advancements are accelerating the shift toward Industry 5.0<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He stated that human-technology collaboration today goes beyond replacing labor; it makes production smarter and more flexible. ProPak Asia 2026<\/strong> serves as a key regional platform for processing, packaging, and sustainable food and beverage manufacturing. It acts as an annual meeting point for all sectors of the global food industry to exchange knowledge, share experiences, build business networks, and reinforce Thailand’s role as a regional manufacturing and innovation hub.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Expanded space and smart manufacturing zones<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The exhibition has relocated to the IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Center in Muang Thong Thani<\/strong>, increasing its size by 20%<\/strong> to encompass 60,000 square meters<\/strong>. This expansion accommodates real-time demonstrations of modern intelligent machinery and production lines, which is a rare feature for regional events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A new “Digitalisation Asia Zone & Intelligent Automation”<\/strong> area has been added to delve into innovative machinery and solutions. The event hosts 2,500 brands<\/strong> and features 13 international pavilions<\/strong> representing South Korea, China, Japan, Singapore, Taiwan, Malaysia, France, the UK, North America, India, Italy, Australia, and Bavaria.<\/p>\n\n\n

\n
\"\"<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Various knowledge-sharing platforms are organized, including the ProPak Stage<\/strong>, ProPak Gourmet<\/strong>, ProPak Drinksphere<\/strong>, Future Food Corner<\/strong>, Creative Design Village<\/strong>, and DIPROM Pavilion<\/strong>. Sustainability-focused stages include the PPKA Zero Hunger Walk<\/strong> and Old for New<\/strong>. Over 100 global experts<\/strong> will lead local and regional seminars, conferences, and workshops. Key sessions include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n