ABOUT THE EVENT
Shaping the Future of Processing & Packaging
Step inside the Meat & Minds Summit — where you shape your own experience. Choose the topics and sessions that matter most to you and explore processing and packaging under real production conditions. See technologies at work, gain valuable insights from industry experts, and connect with the people driving progress in meat and alternative proteins.
Across three locations hosted by MULTIVAC, TVI, and Handtmann,you can tailor your journey through the full production chain — from processing to packaging — through live demonstrations, expert sessions, and hands-on applications based on your interests. In the Future Lab, explore the ideas and developments influencing the next generation of the industry.
Free to attend. Limited capacity. Unlimited insights.
Conference
Experience a high-level conference featuring leading industry experts and inspiring keynote speakers. Gain valuable insights into current market trends, practical use cases, and innovative solutions shaping today’s and tomorrow’s meat processing and packaging industry.
Deep Dive
Go deeper into the topics that matter most to you. Interactive live demonstrations and expert-led sessions provide hands-on knowledge and practical insights. Sessions can be booked individually, allowing you to tailor your agenda to your specific interests and business challenges.
Future Lab
Explore what lies ahead in meat processing and packaging. In cooperation with leading research institutes, the Future Lab offers forward-looking perspectives on emerging technologies, sustainable concepts, and innovations that will define the industry’s future.
Networking
Connect across the entire meat supply chain. Our marketplace brings together selected partners showcasing their solutions and expertise. The day concludes with an evening networking event—an ideal setting to exchange ideas, build relationships, and strengthen connections in a relaxed atmosphere.
Bavarian Night
After a day full of insights, innovation, and live technology, the evening takes a different turn: experience a true Bavarian Oktoberfest atmosphere. Enjoy traditional food, music, and relaxed networking with industry peers, partners, and experts – the perfect setting to connect in a more personal and memorable way.
Event Partner
SPEAKERS
Atria Oyj
Reijo Äijö
Group Vice President Technology
Samworth Brothers
Lee Sullivan
Category Managing Director
Danish Technological Institute
Dr. Lars Hinrichsen
Vice President Business
EHI Retail Institute
Marco Atzberger
Managing Director
Sustainable Packaging Institute
Prof. Dr. Markus Schmid
Institute Director
PreZero Sustainable Packaging
Alexander Reitz
Lead Consulting & Development
FALKENSTEIN
Matthias Pelkner
Head of Food Processing
FUTURE LAB
Outlooks on the future of meat processing & packaging
Food
Safety
Sustainable
Packaging
Production of
the Future
In cooperation with leading research institutes
JOIN THE EVENT
Program Overview
Tuesday, October 27th
Conference, Market Places & Networking
- Conference
- Future Lab
- Market Places
- Factory Tour: New MULTIVAC Plant (Industry 4.0)
- Evening Event
Wednesday, October 28th / Thursday October 29th
Deep Dive Sessions
Attendees choose sessions based on individual interests
- Slicing
- Packaging
- Automation, Digitalization
- Meat & Sausage Processing
- Meat Portioning
Please pre-register below and select your interests.
LOCATIONS
Handtmann
Albert Handtmann Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG
Hubertus-Liebrecht-Str. 10-12
88400 Biberach/Riss
WHERE TO STAY
To ensure a smooth and relaxed event experience, organised shuttle bus services will operate between the event locations and selected hotels, where guests can also benefit from discounted accommodation rates.
EVENT PARTNER
We would like to sincerely thank our event partners for their support and trust.
Would you like to become part of our network?
We would be happy to provide you with more information about our partnership opportunities.
CONTACT
