At Packaging Expo 2025 with GRITECHS
From September 23 to 25, Birmingham hosted the PPMA Total Show 2025
The event brought together over 350 exhibitors and 1,500 brands, showcasing the latest in automation, robotics, machine vision, and sustainable solutions for various industrial sectors.
A key highlight of this event was GRITECHS, the international strategic alliance we have been part of since early 2024, which represented us on this essential platform for technological innovation in the packaging and processing industry.
Birmingham becomes the epicenter of technological innovation
From September 23 to 25, Birmingham became the hub for technological innovation in the packaging and processing industry with the Packaging Expo: PPMA Total Show 2025, one of the most important international trade fairs.
The event brought together leading companies, startups, and sector experts, providing a unique space to present trends, innovative solutions, and collaboration opportunities. Attendees discovered advances in areas such as:
- Industrial robotics
- Automation
- Machine vision systems
- Processing and packaging machinery
- Sustainable materials and packaging
Organized by Automate UK, the exhibition gathered more than 350 exhibitors and 1,500 brands, making it a key platform for exploring the latest industrial technology innovations in sectors including:
- Food and beverage
- Pharmaceuticals
- Cosmetics and personal care products
- Chemicals and cleaning products
- Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG)
- Packaging and labeling
GRITECHS: a strategic cooperation model for integrated solutions
GRITECHS, the alliance we are part of, participated in PPMA Total Show 2025 to showcase collaborative work and represent six of its members, including artica+i.
Participation in these fairs reinforces GRITECHS’ role as a platform for integrated, collaborative solutions, combining the talent and resources of its members to deliver high-value technological innovation.
By attending international events like PPMA Total Show, GRITECHS highlights the projects developed by its members, establishes strategic connections, and strengthens collaboration with key industry players—all to offer turnkey processing and packaging solutions, from conceptual design to finished product delivery.
artica+i: an active member of GRITECHS
As part of the GRITECHS alliance, we reaffirm our commitment to innovation, sustainability, and knowledge sharing. This collaboration allows us to expand the reach and visibility of our technological solutions while promoting cooperation between companies and institutions in the sector.
GRITECHS was created with the mission of providing a comprehensive service, covering everything from conceptual design using digital simulation and emulation tools, to manufacturing, supply, and on-site production support. Within this framework, we share a philosophy with our partners based on quality, innovation, safety, flexibility, and, above all, customer commitment.
The alliance represents a strategic cooperation model in which members combine resources, expertise, and capabilities to deliver advanced, sustainable solutions aligned with global market needs and industry challenges.
Our contribution focuses on our expertise as integrative engineering and project management specialists. At artica+i, we bring over 30 years of experience in technological consulting, engineering, automation, digitalization, and innovation, supporting our clients from the initial idea to the launch of new products and services.
