8th International Trade Show

04-06
June
2026
AICC Addis Int’l Convention Center
Addis Ababa
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The 7th plastprintpack Ethiopia concludes as a resounding success, highlighting impressive growth in visitor and exhibitor participation

5,691 trade visitors from 53 countries discussed their business with 158 exhibitors from 16 countries

The 7th edition of plastprintpack Ethiopia, held from 19 to 21 June at the Millennium Hall in Addis Ababa, was widely acclaimed as a major success by exhibitors, trade visitors, institutional partners, and the media.

This year’s event brought together 5,691 trade visitors from 53 countries, an increase of 63% from last year’s 3,483, with 158 exhibitors from 16 countries, marking a 29% rise from the previous 122 exhibitors. Over three days, the event facilitated thousands of B2B meetings, laying a solid foundation for continued industry growth. See Post Show Report 2025

Listen to how our exhibitors evaluate the 2025 event

Harsh Kothari, Mohan
I like to thank the organisers for hosting such a great plastprintpack exhibition and I look forward to seeing you back next year.

Thomas S. Andersen, nilpeter
Our goal is to increase the nilpeter profile in Ethiopia and visit users and converters that are here already. It has actually been a very good show for us. We have met a lot of people that we didn’t know. This exhibition is just a perfect place for us. 

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High exhibitor satisfaction

The exhibitor survey was based on solid data, with 89.5% of all exhibitors participating — and the results speak for themselves:

  • 94% of exhibitors were satisfied or very satisfied with the event as a whole.
  • 88% would recommend the event to their peers.
  • 82% are already planning to participate in the next edition.

Exciting news: From 2026, the event will relocate to the
brand new AICC Addis Int’l Convention Center

Officially opened by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on 01 March 2025, the AICC Addis Int’l Convention Center is a world-class convention and exhibition center spanning 40 hectares. It features exhibition & conference halls, spacious outdoor exhibition and events space, as well as restaurants, cafés, shops, a canteen and storage facilities. Join us from 04 to 06 June 2026 at the AICC for another remarkable event!

Highlights of the 2025 event

The 2025 edition has proven to be a must-attend event for professionals in Ethiopia’s plastprintpack sector.
Key highlights included:
  • Global participation: 158 leading exhibitors from 16 countries, including Austria, Brazil, China, Denmark, Djibouti, Ethiopia, Germany, India, Italy, Jordan, Kenya, Poland, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Türkiye, and the United Arab Emirates presenting tailored products and solutions for the Ethiopian market.
  • GIZ-Special Initiative “Decent Work for a Just Transition” (Invest for Jobs) offering comprehensive advice, contacts and financial support to overcome investment barriers.
  • General Assembly & Conference of the Ethiopian Beverages Manufacturing Industries Association on 20 June.
  • Government & industry support: Active involvement from key Ethiopian and international ministries, authorities, and associations ensures a comprehensive industry perspective.

Facts & figures on the Ethiopian plastprintpack market

  • Ethiopia is the second largest importer of plastics in primary form in East and Central Africa. As Ethiopia does not produce any plastic raw materials, 100% of the raw materials are imported. Imports of plastic raw materials grew by 12% per year between 2007 and 2024, from 43 kt to 294 kt, +584%. (EUROMAP)
  • Ethiopia is one of the two largest importers of plastics technology in East Africa, with imports of €28m in 2023. 
  • With packaging technology imports of €30m in 2023, Ethiopia is one of the largest importers of such technology in East & Central Africa.  

Source for technology investment figures: VDMA 2024

With the strong support of the following Ethiopian and international institutions

Ethiopian government & institutions:

  • Ministry of Industry
  • Ministry of Agriculture
  • Ethiopian Food, Beverage, and Pharmaceutical Research and Development Center
  • Chemical and Construction Inputs Research and Development Center
  • EBMIA - Ethiopian Beverages Manufacturing Industries Association
  • EPR - Ethiopian Plastic and Rubber Manufacturers Association

Internationally:

  • AHK Delegation of German Industry and Commerce for Eastern Africa
  • Embassies of Brazil, Germany, France, India, Italy and Türkiye
  • European Chamber in Europe
  • GIZ German Association for International Cooperation
  • ITA Italian Trade Agency
  • Pan African Chamber of Commerce and Industry
  • Türkiye
  • UNIDO

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Organiser

  1. fairtrade 300x200

Local organiser

  1. Prana Events

We support SOS

  1. SOS Children's Villages Ethiopia

Official carrier

  1. Ethiopian Airlines

Official hotel partner

  1. Best Western Addis

Official hotel partner

  1. Ramada Addis 300

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