Empack, Logistics & Automation and Logistics & Industrial Build welcome 12,200 unique visitors in a record-breaking edition
- The three trade fairs, held at IFEMA, have successfully concluded their 2025 edition with record figures, with the participation of 426 exhibiting companies, attendance by over 12,200 unique visitors and over 46,000 commercial interactions in just two days.
- More than 200 speakers and over 60 hours of content filled the stages of their halls with conferences that focused on digitalisation, sustainability, automation and talent as drivers of change in the industry.
- The next edition of the fairs will return on 11 and 12 November 2026 to IFEMA Madrid, constituting the benchmark event for the packaging, logistics and industrial construction sector.
Madrid, 20 October 2025. The Empack Madrid, Logistics & Automation Madrid and Logistics & Industrial Build (LIB) trade fairs have closed their doors with record figures, marking a new edition characterised by innovation, knowledge and business opportunities. The events, organised by Easyfairs, brought together more than 12,200 professional visitors and 426 national and international exhibiting companies, exceeding the 2024 figures by 4% and highlighting the upward trend in participation and relevance as the major event for the Spanish logistics, packaging and immologistics industries.
On 15 and 16 October, IFEMA Madrid was transformed into a large 24,000 m² technology hub, where the most advanced solutions in each sector were presented. “Every year we seek to improve, and the 2025 edition is proof of that. And not only because of the record attendance, but also because of the positive reviews and testimonials from exhibitors and visitors who have been part of this experience. Our goal is to be your meeting point so that you can boost your business, establish valuable connections and, above all, immerse yourself in all the major advances in your sector,” said Oscar Barranco, Managing Director of Easyfairs Iberia.
Empack: sustainability, design and innovation that anticipate the future of packaging
Empack Madrid celebrated its 17th edition with remarkable growth in exhibitors and visitors, bringing together more than 180 companies that presented sustainable materials, smart packaging and solutions for production line automation.
In its two main venues—the Empack Room and the Pentawards Room—the event hosted a comprehensive programme of talks and round tables focusing on innovation, sustainability and new trends in packaging, as well as the first edition of the Best ESG Initiative Awards, which recognised outstanding projects in sustainability and environmental management, with three notable finalists: Pulsar Properties, Aunoa and Ecoventi Sistemas. Finally, Pulsar Properties won the award, consolidating its leadership in promoting responsible initiatives within the sector.
During the two days, key industry issues were addressed with the participation of experts from Foreo, Clarel, Ecovidrio, Philip Morris and Vicky Foods, together with the collaboration of strategic partners such as ITENE, Packnet, Beauty Cluster and Newspackaging, among others.
Keynote speaker Gema Requena, an expert in research and strategy and Forbes Spain Top 40 Futurist, opened the doors to attendees to the new trends in present and future consumption that are already driving the day-to-day activities of brands. “In packaging, as in any sector, one of the most relevant challenges is to connect with narratives and strengthen brands with a purpose. The goal, therefore, is to turn packaging into an interface that integrates society, consumption and the future, so that we can have a kind of radar that allows us to anticipate trends, connect with emerging social values, build a purpose and, above all, innovate,” explained Gema Requena.
Logistics & Automation: artificial intelligence and effective digitalisation
With more than 210 participating companies, the 15th edition of Logistics & Automation Madrid has reaffirmed its position as the epicentre of logistics innovation in Spain. Its four themed rooms —Transport & Delivery, Technology Forum, Supply Chain and Logistics Lab— addressed the major challenges facing the supply chain, from automation and robotics to sustainable mobility and digital talent.
Among the highlights of this edition, the official opening was presided over by authorities such as José Antonio Santano, Secretary of State for Transport and Sustainable Mobility, and José María García, Deputy Minister of Housing, Transport and Infrastructure of the Community of Madrid, who reaffirmed the commitment of the administration and companies to the growth and development of the national logistics sector.
‘I would like to thank Easyfairs, the organiser of this fair, which year after year is growing at a double-digit rate in terms of the number of exhibitors, visitors and conference attendees. This reflects the importance of the sector working together to develop national economic growth and guarantee the quality of life of citizens,’ said the Deputy Minister of Housing, Transport and Infrastructure of the Community of Madrid.
For his part, José Antonio Santano highlighted the sector’s progress in digitisation and sustainability, which are driving the competitiveness and transformation of companies: ‘We have a clear roadmap and we believe that Spain can play an essential role in leading the change that is taking place in the logistics and transport sector.’
The fair also hosted the presentation of the prestigious 2025 Logistics Leaders Awards, organised by UNO Logística, which recognised the performance of companies such as Alcampo, Freixenet, The Fini Company, Puerto de Indias and the Red Cross, among others.
In addition, on its second day, the event was attended by authorities such as Sara Hernández, Secretary General for Sustainable Mobility at the Ministry of Transport and Mobility, who addressed the challenges and opportunities facing the Spanish logistics sector. “We are moving forward with a clear objective: to create more competitive and resilient supply chains. The future of our chain cannot be understood without a full connection to Europe. That is why we are working to strengthen our cross-border connections, ensuring that Spain is a key player in the trans-European network and in international traffic,” said Sara Hernández.
Logistics & Industrial Build 2025: sustainability comes to logistics construction
The second edition of Logistics & Industrial Build (LIB) consolidated its role as the only event in Spain dedicated exclusively to logistics and industrial construction. With more than 50 exhibiting companies, LIB brought together the country’s leading developers, engineering firms, construction companies, materials companies and logistics operators.
For the first time, the event featured institutional participation from the Community of Madrid, through Planifica Madrid, Invest in Madrid and the Logistics Agency, reinforcing the region’s commitment to sustainable industrial development. “For us, the fair has been a success. We have showcased our logistics developments and found a great deal of interest in them, reaching an audience that we would not have reached in other ways. We were able to showcase the work being done by the Community of Madrid to generate wealth and attract investment,” said Carlos Marcel, technical director of Planifica Madrid.
“We are already preparing the next edition of Empack, Logistics & Automation and Logistic & Industrial Build, which will take place on 11 and 12 November 2026 in halls 2, 4 and 6 of IFEMA. The fair continues to grow and exhibitors continue to join. We already have 69% of the space reserved. It will be a unique opportunity to continue promoting innovation, sustainability and competitiveness in the industry,” said Oscar Barranco, managing director of Easyfairs Iberia.
About Easyfairs
Easyfairs organises events that serve as meeting points for communities wishing to visit the future.
We currently organise 110 face-to-face events in 16 countries (Germany, Algeria, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Spain, United States, Finland, France, Italy, Norway, Netherlands, Portugal, United Kingdom, Sweden and Switzerland) and manage eight exhibition centres in Belgium, the Netherlands and Sweden (Antwerp, Ghent, Mechelen-Brussels North, Namur, Gorinchem, Hardenberg, Malmö and Stockholm).
We are passionate about making life easier for our customers and increasing their return on investment and time through our all-inclusive formulas, advanced technology and customer-centric strategy. Our digital offering also provides these communities with excellent opportunities to network effectively and do business throughout the year.
The Easyfairs Group employs 870 highly committed talents, implements the best marketing and technology tools and develops brands with strong appeal for our stakeholders.
For the seventh consecutive year, in 2025, Deloitte once again awarded Easyfairs the status of ‘Best Managed Company’.
Visit the future with Easyfairs and find out more at www.easyfairsgroup.com.
For further information, please contact:
Anne Lafère – Group CEO – anne.lafere@easyfairs.com
Matt Benyon – Group CEO – matt.benyon@easyfairs.com
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