Pro-Plas Expo Johannesburg

The Pro-Plas Expo is a specialized trade fair for the plastics industry, held since its inception as part of Propak Africa at the Johannesburg Expo Centre in Johannesburg, South Africa. The name "Pro-Plas" stands for "Processing and Plastics", emphasizing the event’s focus on the entire process chain of plastics manufacturing and processing. Every three years, the expo opens its doors, bringing together the key players of the industry. It is organized by the renowned Montgomery Group, an experienced trade fair organizer with decades of success in staging major international exhibitions.

The Pro-Plas Expo addresses the core topics of the modern plastics industry: plastics processing and manufacturing, recycling and sustainability, innovative packaging technologies, automation and digitalization, and the development of new high-performance materials. Visitors can expect a wide range of products and services, including state-of-the-art injection molding machines, recycling systems for PET and other plastics, machinery for the production of recyclable packaging, and intelligent solutions for automated manufacturing. The exhibition offering is further complemented by environmentally friendly packaging films and innovative bio-based plastics.

As a key driver of South Africa’s industrial development, the Pro-Plas Expo reinforces Johannesburg’s position as an innovation hub on the African continent. Through close cooperation with the local economy and the promotion of sustainable technologies, the expo actively contributes to the region’s future viability. Live demonstrations of cutting-edge technologies, along with expert lectures and seminars, offer in-depth insights into current trends and innovations.

Exhibitors represent a wide range of sectors, including plastics processing, mechanical engineering, the packaging industry, the recycling sector, and the development of innovative materials. The diversity of application areas is also reflected in the visitor profile: trade visitors primarily come from the food and beverage industry, pharmaceuticals, consumer goods manufacturing, and both retail and wholesale sectors. As part of Propak Africa, which brings together several specialized trade fairs under one roof, the Pro-Plas Expo is an integral part of one of the most important industry platforms in southern Africa.

The Johannesburg Expo Centre, one of the largest and most modern exhibition venues on the African continent, offers optimal conditions for the event. Excellent infrastructure, modern halls, and convenient accessibility via the nearby OR Tambo International Airport and direct connections to major transport routes ensure a comfortable visit. Thus, the Pro-Plas Expo becomes not only a key meeting point for the industry but also a significant economic event for Johannesburg and beyond.

The Pro-Plas Expo will take place on 4 days from Tuesday, 07. March to Friday, 10. March 2028 in Johannesburg.