Mr Mark Anderson,
Portfolio Director at Montgomery Group
From John Silas
Nigeria is set to host leading manufacturers, packaging specialists, technology providers and industry professionals from across Africa and beyond as Propak West Africa 2026 returns to Lagos from September 8 to 10, 2026.
The three-day exhibition, scheduled to take place at the Landmark Centre, Lagos, is expected to provide a major platform for stakeholders in the packaging, plastics, print, labelling and food processing industries to explore emerging technologies, exchange expertise and establish new business partnerships.
The said the event is coming at a critical period when manufacturers across West Africa are under increasing pressure to improve productivity, reduce operational costs, embrace sustainability and remain competitive in rapidly changing consumer markets.
According to Mark Anderson, Portfolio Director at Montgomery Group, the organizers of Propak West Africa is designed to go beyond a conventional trade exhibition by bringing together global innovation, technical expertise and practical business opportunities in one location.
He stated that “ the exhibition will give manufacturers and industry professionals the opportunity to see new machinery, materials and production technologies, compare different solutions and engage directly with technical specialists and suppliers.”
Anderson added that the event would also provide participants with practical knowledge that could help businesses improve their production processes and respond more effectively to changing market demands.
Global Technology Meets Regional Manufacturing
A major attraction of this year’s exhibition is the growing participation of international technology companies alongside local and regional manufacturers.
The presence of global exhibitors is expected to create opportunities for knowledge transfer, technology adoption, investment and partnerships capable of strengthening West Africa’s manufacturing ecosystem.
Among the international exhibitors expected at Propak West Africa 2026 are Windmöller & Hölscher, Reifenhäuser Blown Film, the Piovan Group, Nissei ASB Africa, Clearpack Group, Snetor and Vinmar International, among others.
The strong international participation reflects growing global interest in West Africa’s expanding manufacturing, packaging and processing markets.
He noted that bringing international technology providers together with local manufacturers would help create a bridge between global innovation and the practical needs of businesses operating within the region.
The exhibition is also expected to provide companies with opportunities to engage existing customers, establish new commercial relationships and expand their professional networks.
Several leading Nigerian and regional companies will also participate in the exhibition, further highlighting the growing importance of the country’s manufacturing and processing sectors.
Local and regional exhibitors include Beta Glass Nigeria, SBA Nigeria, PET Associates and Bristol Scientific Company.
Their participation is expected to provide visitors with an opportunity to examine solutions developed or supplied for African markets while also demonstrating the increasing investment being made by businesses seeking to expand production capacity and meet growing regional demand.
The participation of local companies demonstrates the continuing development of Nigeria’s manufacturing landscape and the growing appetite among businesses for advanced production technologies.
Sustainability Takes Centre Stage
Sustainability and the circular economy are also expected to feature prominently at Propak West Africa 2026.
With manufacturers facing increasing pressure to reduce waste, improve resource efficiency and adopt more responsible production methods, the exhibition will provide a platform for stakeholders to explore technologies and practices capable of supporting more sustainable manufacturing.
Propak West Africa is supported by a range of organisations involved in manufacturing, food safety, recycling, packaging and sustainability.
These include the Food and Beverage Alliance, Recyclers Association of Nigeria, Manufacturers Association of Nigeria,
Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology, Consumer Advocacy for Food Safety and Nutrition Initiative, Advertisers Association of Nigeria, African Packaging Organisation and Advanced Institute of Packaging Professionals Nigeria.
The involvement of these organisations is expected to strengthen discussions around the future of packaging, recycling, resource efficiency and responsible production in Nigeria and the wider West African market.
In addition to the exhibition floor, Propak West Africa 2026 will feature a dedicated conference for production and packaging professionals.
The conference is expected to provide expert insights into technological developments, operational strategies and emerging trends shaping the future of manufacturing and packaging.
Participants will have the opportunity to discuss issues affecting the sector while learning about innovations that could improve efficiency and competitiveness.
The conference would complement the exhibition by providing participants with deeper technical and strategic knowledge that could be applied to their businesses.
Women in Print and Packaging
Another major feature of this year’s event will be the maiden Women in Print & Packaging session, to be organised in partnership with Girls Who Print Africa.
The session will take place on the first day of the Propak West Africa Summit and is expected to bring together women professionals and industry leaders to examine opportunities, challenges and pathways for increasing women’s participation and leadership in the print and packaging industries.
Girls Who Print Africa is a regional network focused on women in the print, packaging and graphic communications sectors.
Its activities include mentorship, professional development, skills development and resource sharing.
The partnership with Propak West Africa is expected to further draw attention to the importance of inclusion, skills development and greater opportunities for women across the manufacturing, print and packaging value chain.
Driving Industrial Development
The organisers believe that the growing scale of Propak West Africa demonstrates the increasing importance of the region’s manufacturing and packaging industries.
For manufacturers, the event is expected to serve as an opportunity to identify technologies that can improve productivity, lower costs and strengthen competitiveness.
For international technology providers, it offers access to manufacturers and industry professionals operating in one of Africa’s important emerging markets.
For policymakers, industry associations and other stakeholders, the exhibition provides a platform to examine how technology, investment, skills and sustainability can contribute to stronger industrial development.
Portfolio Director at Montgomery Group Africa, organisers of the event, Mark Anderson, said Propak West Africa had established itself as one of West Africa’s leading manufacturing and packaging events because of the practical business value it provides to visitors.
According to Anderson, companies seeking to improve productivity, reduce costs, enhance sustainability or explore new technologies will have the opportunity to compare solutions and interact directly with technical specialists and suppliers.
He added that bringing international technology providers, regional manufacturers and industry stakeholders together would help drive innovation, promote more sustainable manufacturing practices and contribute to the long-term growth and competitiveness of West Africa’s manufacturing sector.
Free Registration for Industry Professionals
With the event scheduled for September 8–10 at the Landmark Centre in Lagos, manufacturers, packaging professionals, technology providers, investors, policymakers and other industry stakeholders are expected to participate.
Attendance is free for trade and industry professionals.
They encouraged interested visitors to register ahead of the exhibition through the official Propak West Africa website.
The 2026 edition is therefore expected to serve as a major meeting point for local and international players seeking to strengthen manufacturing capacity, embrace new technologies, improve sustainability and unlock fresh business opportunities across West Africa.
As Nigeria continues to seek greater industrialisation, local production and stronger regional value chains, events such as Propak West Africa are increasingly positioned as platforms through which manufacturers can access the technology, expertise and partnerships required to compete in a rapidly changing global economy.
