Time
2026-09-12 - 2026-09-14
Venue
Karachi Expo Centre
Address
University Road, Karachi Expo Centre, Karachi, Sindh 75270, Pakistan
Website
Organized by Ecommerce Gateway Pakistan, Plastic, Packaging & Print Asia 2026 is a leading full-industry-chain B2B professional exhibition for plastic, packaging and printing sectors in South Asia, hosted alternately in Karachi and Lahore every year, with the 2026 edition held at Karachi Expo Centre from September 12 to 14, 2026. The exhibition covers full-range products including plastic raw materials, rubber & plastic molding machines, packaging equipment, flexo & digital printing machinery, label consumables, eco-friendly packaging materials, sublimation transfer paper and wide-format advertising inkjet devices. The previous edition gathered over 560 global exhibitors and welcomed more than 20,000 factory buyers, distributors and brand owners from Pakistan, India, Bangladesh and Middle Eastern countries. Multiple industrial technical forums are held during the show, focusing on packaging & printing demands of local food, daily chemical and textile industries. It acts as a core trade platform for Chinese suppliers of sublimation consumables, printing equipment and plastic machinery to deeply develop Pakistan and South Asian markets and connect with local bulk purchasers.
【Airport Transfer】
Jinnah International Airport Karachi: The venue is 20 mins drive away, ride-hailing cars and taxis are available directly; airport shuttle buses stop along University Road, 10 mins walk to the exhibition hall.
【Public Transport】
City Bus: Routes 11C, 19D, 32 stop at the Expo Centre station on University Road, 5 mins walk after alighting.
Local Mini Tram: Short-distance shuttle minibuses from downtown commercial areas reach the venue gate directly.
【Self-driving】
Navigate to "Karachi Expo Centre", free open-air parking lot inside the venue with sufficient spaces during exhibition period.
【Local Travel Tips】
Traffic congestion is common in downtown Karachi, ride-hailing or shuttle buses are recommended to avoid morning & evening rush hours.
【Premium Business Hotels Near Venue】
Ramada Plaza Karachi Airport: 12 mins drive from venue, 5-star international chain with full business centre & buffet breakfast, ideal for high-end business negotiations.
Mövenpick Hotel Karachi: Downtown luxury hotel, 15 mins drive, equipped with swimming pool & multi-function meeting rooms.
【Mid-range Cost-effective Hotels】
ibis Styles Karachi Airport: International ibis chain, 10 mins drive, affordable price with free daily breakfast.
Hotel One Karachi: Local business chain hotel, 8 mins drive from venue, complete facilities for short business trips.
【Accommodation Tips】
September is peak trade show season in Karachi with limited hotel rooms and higher rates. Choose hotels along University Road or airport routes for faster commute to the exhibition centre, book 1-2 months in advance.
【Ticket Types】
Free Pre-registration Pass for Professionals: For practitioners of plastic, packaging & printing industries. Pre-register online on official website before Sep 10, free entry with QR code, trade buyers only.
On-site Ticket: Visitors without pre-registration pay 500 PKR per person; students & retired industry workers get half price with valid ID.
【Opening Hours】
10:00-18:00 daily during exhibition, last entry at 17:00 every day.
【Entry Rules】
Only industry professionals aged 16 and above are admitted; minors must be accompanied by guardians.
Real-name registration required, bring original passport / Pakistani local ID.
No food, large luggage, flammable or hazardous goods allowed inside venue.