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2026 ISTA Forum USA | TransPack, TempPack & Training Registration
4/7/2026 - 4/9/2026


We're thrilled to announce the 2026 ISTA Forum USA, including TransPack and TempPack events, will be held April 7-9 at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel in Phoenix, Arizona.
 

Questions about registering?
Contact Lisa Bonsignore, ISTA VP of Events at lisa@ista.org or (517) 325-0434​

  Early-bird Rate 
(Ends January 31)
Regular Rate
ISTA Member $1,625 $1,750
Non-Member $1,750 $1,875
Educator $1,275 $1,275
Student $975 $975

Pre-Forum Training

Training fees are extra and not included in the forum registration rate. Enroll in a training course through the forum registration process.

Policies

  • Attendee: After registering for TransPack or TempPack, if you have no replacement and need to cancel the registration, you must do so in writing by email to lisa@ista.org, to be received no later than 5:00pm EST, February 27, 2026, to obtain a full refund of registration fees. After this cancellation deadline, only 50% of the registration fee will be refunded. We reserve the right to cancel or change a topic or speaker.
  • Policy on Industry-Sponsored Social or Educational Events: No commercial, institutional, social or educational event may be held at the Forums venue between Tuesday, April 7, 2026 and Thursday, April 9, 2026.

Location: Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel
Phoenix, AZ






2026 ISTA Forum | TransPack & TempPack Sponsor Packages
4/7/2026 - 4/9/2026

Becoming an ISTA Forum Sponsor is more than a commitment; it's a strategic investment in the future of transport packaging. Your sponsorship enables us to provide essential opportunities, such as these events, for vital knowledge exchange, empowering research initiatives and strengthening industry standards.
Location: Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel
Phoenix, AZ

There are currently 5 spots remaining out of 30





Supporting the Next Wave of Packaging Industry Leaders! ISTA Educational Foundation (ISTAEF) Fundraising Dinner
4/7/2026 - 4/7/2026

The ISTA Educational Foundation (ISTAEF) is hosting a special fundraising event on Tuesday, April 7, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Tickets are $150. The ISTAEF is a tax-exempt 501(C)3 charitable organization dedicated to the support and service of the packaging community by raising and distributing funds to foster educational growth in the transport packaging space. This registration is for both attendees and sponsors.

We need Sponsors for this event!  Consider sponsoring the event to support our cause by helping cover the costs associated with the dinner.  Sponsorship of the event is $2,800.  Beyond supporting the ISTAEF’s overall mission, sponsoring the fundraising dinner offers several benefits:

Elevated Brand Exposure: Visibility through logo placement across all event marketing materials, including social media promotions, press releases, and on-site event signage.

Networking Opportunities: Every sponsor receives 4 complimentary registrations for the dinner.  Bring colleagues, guests, customers, or anyone of your choosing to engage with a diverse audience comprising students, educators, industry professionals, thought leaders, and community stakeholders—expanding your network and forging invaluable connections.

Undergraduate Research Grants: Helping ISTAEF cover the costs of the dinner will allow the Foundation to focus more funds on our commitment to undergraduate research grants, offering innovative opportunities for budding researchers to explore and pioneer in our field.






2026 ISTA Forum Europe | Sponsor Packages
10/7/2026 - 10/8/2026

Sponsoring ISTA's Forum Europe is your opportunity to connect with the global transport packaging community as an industry leader. Strengthen your brand‘s identity and marketing efforts by becoming a sponsor of the industry‘s premier educational events.

Sponsor exhibit space details and schedule:

  • Banner stands at Forum.
  • Note: Sponsorships are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis based on availability. Logo placement/order will be based on the first-come, first-served basis. Items subject to change.

Location: Amsterdam Marriott Hotel
Stadhouderskade 12
Amsterdam 1054 ES






2026 ISTA Forum Europe | TransPack, TempPack & Training
10/7/2026 - 10/8/2026

The 2026 ISTA Forum Europe will be held 07-08 October 2026 in Amsterdam, Netherlands at the Amsterdam Marriott Hotel, Netherlands.

Early Bird Forum Registration Rates (ends on 28 August):
  • ISTA Member Discounted Rate: $1100
  • Non-Member Rate: $1200

Forum Registration Rates:
  • ISTA Member Discounted Rate: $1300
  • Non-Member Rate: $1400

Multiple Person Discount:
If you have more than one person registering to attend the Forum from your company, please contact Lisa Bonsignore at lisa@ista.org or (517) 333-3437 for the multiple person discount code. Verification of one full paying registration is necessary to obtain the discount code. The code will discount your registration rate by $115 USD.
Packaging Dynamics Professional (ISTA PDP) Certification Training:

With Forum Registration:
  • ISTA Member Discounted Rate: $1050 USD
  • Non-Member Rate: $1650 USD
  • Student Rate: $950 USD (Students may register for PDP 101 for $75 USD)
Without Forum Registration:
  • ISTA Member Discounted Rate: $1350 USD
  • Non-Member Rate: $1950 USD
  • Student Rate: $1,200 (Students may register for PDP 101 for $75 USD)
Social Mixer Reception GUEST Ticket:
$45 USD (may be purchased when registering)

Closing Dinner GUEST Ticket:
$90 USD (may be purchased when registering)
Cancelation Policy:
After registering, if you have no replacement and need to cancel the registration, you must do so in writing by email lisa@ista.org, to be received no later than 5:00pm EST, 28 August 2025, to obtain a full refund of registration fees. After this cancelation deadline, only 50% of the registration fee will be refunded. We reserve the right to cancel or change a topic or speaker.
Location: Amsterdam Marriott Hotel, Netherlands
Amsterdam