Following the outstanding success of Iraq plast 2025, held in conjunction with Agro Pack & Food Iraq, attracting 346 exhibitors from 21 countries and more than 10,000 participants, preparations are now in full swing for the 7^th edition of Iraq’s leading international exhibition for plastics, printing and packaging. 

Organised by So Fuar and fairtrade Messe, Iraq plast will once again bring together international manufacturers, solution providers, and decision-makers from across Iraq and the wider region. The 2025 edition confirmed the exhibition’s position as the most important B2B platform for the country’s rapidly growing plastics, printing and packaging industries. For full details, please see the Post Show Report 2025.

Direct access to a high-potential market

Iraq continues to invest heavily in plastics, printing and packaging. Iraq plast offers exhibitors a unique opportunity to meet importers, distributors, producers, project developers, and government stakeholders actively seeking modern technologies and international partnerships.

• Booming plastic raw materials market
  Iraq’s imports of plastic raw materials skyrocketed at 21% annual growth from 40 kt in 2011 to 483 kt in 2024. (EUROMAP)
• Sharply rising plastic consumption and plastic consumption per capita
  The country’s plastic consumption per capita increased by 22% annually over the past years, from 0.5 kg in 2009 to 10.2 kg in 2024. (EUROMAP)
  
  The Iraq plast trade fair plays a pivotal role in enhancing Iraq's self-sufficiency. It serves as a significant testament to the nation's commitment to bolstering local production and the "Made-in-Iraq" initiative.
  
  Recent statistics from the German Engineering Federation VDMA reflect this commitment:
• Plastics technology on the rise
  Between 2020 and 2024, Iraq’s imports of plastics technology increased with an annual growth rate of 22.9%, from 25 million euros to 57 million euros. (VDMA)
• Printing & paper technology demand exploding
  Imports in this sector grew by a massive 44% annually, from €13m in 2020 to €56m in 2024.
• High growth in packaging technology
  Between 2020 and 2024, Iraq’s imports of packaging technology increased with an annual growth rate of 9.7%, from 65 million euros to 94 million euros. (VDMA)

See detailed figures on Iraq’s plastprintpack market.

The strong results of the 2025 edition demonstrated the exhibition’s ability to generate qualified leads, concrete business discussions and long-term cooperation. Exhibitors reported high-quality contacts and strong demand for innovative, efficient, and sustainable solutions.

With growing international interest and limited exhibition space, early booking is strongly recommended. Iraq plast 2026 promises to build on the momentum of 2025 and deliver even greater opportunities for exhibitors ready to engage with one of the Middle East’s most dynamic growth markets.

The overwhelming demand prompted the organisers, So Fuar and fairtrade, to use both halls of the Erbil International Fairground to offer attendees a comprehensive and intensive experience.

This expansion allows for a clearly defined thematic structure and reflects the commitment to delivering an unparalleled event that meets the diverse needs of exhibitors and visitors alike.

So here is the event’s structure:

Hall 2:

• Iraq plast spotlights raw materials and machinery for the plastics, printing and packaging industries
• Agro Pack Iraq: Focusing on technology and materials for food and beverage processing.

Hall 1:

• Food Iraq: A platform for showcasing and trading finished food & beverage products.
• Ingredients: Major ingredient producers presenting their innovative solutions & products.
• Agro Iraq: Showcasing agriculture, crop production, livestock breeding, and poultry.