Vienna | July 14-16 | 2026
Sustainable packaging challenges don’t stop at borders, and neither can their solutions. At CONVERGE 2026, the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and GreenBlue will gather decision-makers from across the globe to turn successful regional strategies into shared solutions. Attendees will explore key regulations, innovations, and recovery systems across emerging and established markets. Together, we’ll turn regional progress into coordinated action on our path to a global circular packaging economy.
Global pathways toward circular packaging
There’s no single route to packaging circularity, but there are powerful patterns emerging worldwide. At CONVERGE 2026, stakeholders from the global packaging economy will advance the strategies needed to turn regional solutions, regulations, and innovations into a cohesive, globalized circular packaging system.
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Create Global Partnerships & Align on Goals
Connect with UN experts, Sustainable Packaging Coalition members, and global stakeholders to scale solutions.
Expand Your Global Footprint
Understand packaging demands and regulations in emerging and established markets all while meeting the world’s most ambitious sustainability standards.
Stay Ahead on Global Packaging Regulations
At the United Nations Office, you’ll hear from a panel of international experts and regulators on how you can align with evolving rules across the globe.
Experience Vienna’s Rich History of International Collaboration
Step outside the United Nations Office at Vienna and explore the city’s museums, palaces, and more.
Sponsors
Media + Partners
About the Event Organizers
GreenBlue is a US-based environmental nonprofit whose mission is to accelerate the transition to a regenerative, just, and sustainable materials economy. We aim to be the most reliable and accurate source of truth compelling the packaging value chain to construct environmentally regenerative, socially responsible systems. GreenBlue’s main projects include the Sustainable Packaging Coalition, the How2Recycle Label and the Recycled Material Standard.
UNIDO is the specialized agency of the United Nations with a unique mandate to promote and accelerate sustainable industrial development. UNIDO plays a crucial role in accelerating the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 9, along with all other industry-related goals of the 2030 Agenda.
Connect with Fellow Attendees
Arrive early to take part in our curated tours. These opportunties offer a unique way of experiencing our host city but also a great way to connect with your fellow attendees and grow your network of changemakers.
M Building at Vienna International Center
The Vienna International Center is the campus and building complex hosting the United Nations Office in Vienna and one of its 4 headquarters in the world along with New York, Geneva and Nairobi.
Be an Integral Part of Converge
Sponsorships opportunities are available for Converge Vienna! Be an integral part of an event that will give industry attendees a global view on how established and emerging markets are converging in the midst of global packaging regulation, while tackling their goals of cutting plastic pollution and reducing food waste.
