Shaping the Future of Transport Packaging

We're excited to announce that the 2025 ISTA Forum, featuring our flagship TransPack and TempPack events, will take place from March 24-26 at the stunning Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando, Florida.

The ISTA Forum is the premier gathering for industry trailblazers, innovators, and thought leaders pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Together, we’ll explore the latest industry best practices, emerging trends, and real-world success stories reshaping the transport packaging landscape.

The TransPack and TempPack programs feature hot topics, including sustainability, e-commerce, packaging performance testing, optimization and damage reduction, temperature-controlled packaging innovations, expert guidance, and more. Gain invaluable insights and stay ahead of the latest trends transforming the packaging industry.

35+ Presentations, Breakout Discussions, Networking, and More Across Two Learning Tracks!

TransPack provides a mix of presentations, research and solutions surrounding the optimization of packaging for transport.

Packaging Performance Testing Applications and Research
Protective Package Design Challenges
Quality Assurance & Validation Best Practices
Damage Reduction Success Stories
Sustainable Packaging Development
e-Commerce Packaging
Packaging System Optimization Case Studies
And more!

TempPack focuses on technical topics, insights and presentations related to global temperature-controlled performance packaging.

Frozen Shipment Best Practices and Case Studies
Real-Time Monitoring & Qualification
Sustainability Case Studies: Re-Use vs. Single Use
New Methods for Protecting High Value Product in the Supply Chain
IoT for Gathering or Acting on Temperature Data Within a Supply Chain
Innovative Cold Chain Packaging Solutions

Where Our Packaging Community Connects—Check Out Pics!

The TransPack & TempPack programs offer attendees networking opportunities during meals, breaks, and receptions. ISTA Forum registration includes access to all sessions from both events at no extra cost. View the photo gallery.

Photo Gallery

Get a Head Start with Pre-Forum Training Sessions

Join us for in-person ISTA PDP Certification and Cold Chain courses on Monday, March 24, before the ISTA Forum! Led by industry experts, these sessions provide valuable insights for all experience levels.

Pre-Forum Training

ISTAEF Fundraiser!

Join the ISTA Educational Foundation's fundraiser on March 24, 6:30–8:30 pm, at NBC Sports Grill & Brew, Universal CityWalk. Reconnect with friends and support scholarships that inspire the next generation of packaging industry leaders.

ISTAEF Fundraiser

Access to Session Recordings

All ISTA Forum attendees enjoy access to the 2025 TransPack & TempPack session video recordings, straight from the stage, shortly after the event.

Session Recordings

See You in Florida!

The 2025 ISTA Forum will be held at the beautiful Polynesian paradise, Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando, Florida. The tropical paradise resort features updated accommodations, diverse dining options, state-of-the-art conference facilities, a lagoon, a sandy-white beach, and easy access to Universal's renowned theme parks.

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Companies on the 2024 Programs

The following companies presented on the 2024 ISTA Forum program!

Schedule At-A-Glance

Monday, March 24
Pre-Forum ISTA PDP Certification & Trainings (additional fee) 8:00am-5:00pm
Attendee Check-In 1:00pm-6:00pm
Forum Welcome Reception 4:00pm-6:00pm
ISTA Educational Foundation (ISTAEF) Fundraising Event at NBC Sports Grill and Brew (additional fee) 6:30pm-8:30pm
Tuesday, March 25
TransPack Sessions 8:00am-5:00pm
TempPack Sessions 8:00am-5:00pm
Forum Sponsor Exhibition Reception 5:30pm-7:30pm
Wednesday, March 26
TransPack Sessions 8:00am-5:00pm
TempPack Sessions 8:00am-5:00pm
Forum Closing Celebration Dinner 6:30pm-8:30pm