Process expo 2017 was more international

PROCESS EXPO 2017, the tradeshow on process engineering for food and beverage showcased products and solutions from over 500 exhibitors. Characterized as more international than previous editions, it attracted nearly 14,000 visitors,  with a 25% higher share of international attendees than two years ago.

The Food Processing Suppliers’ Association (FPSA) conducted the event in Chicago from 19-22 September 2017. Besides the exhibitions, features included the Virtual Reality Showroom, a program of talks on subjects such as food safety, hygienic design and industry regulations; and the exhibition of the SAVE FOOD initiative on food loss and waste.

Renewal of agreement

Messe Düsseldorf and the FPSA renewed their formal alliance until 2023, so FPSA remains a member of the interpack alliance. Under this contract Messe Düsseldorf handles the acquisition of exhibitors and the promotion of trade fairs to visitors on all markets outside the United States, while the FPSA supports Messe Düsseldorf on the North American market.

Messe Düsseldorf and the Food Processing Suppliers’ Association renew partnership 

“We are pleased to renew our partnership with the FPSA. Our collaboration with the FPSA and process expo has become strategically important for both organizations, and its renewal sets a clear signal for the further development of our collaboration,” says Bernd Jablonowski, Global Portfolio Director Processing & Packaging at Messe Düsseldorf. “Ever since this alliance was launched between the FPSA and Messe Düsseldorf in 2010 and since we expanded our partnership in 2013, the FPSA and process expo have worked alongside Messe Düsseldorf, developing both their international reach and their growth on overseas markets. The further renewal of this alliance until 2023 will benefit both organizations and allow us to continue this important partnership,” says David Seckman, CEO of the FPSA.

The next process expo will be held at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago from 8-11 October 2019.