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Shaping the Future of Transport Packaging

We're thrilled to announce the 2025 ISTA Forum, including TransPack and TempPack events, will be held March 24-26 at the beautiful Polynesian paradise, Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando, Florida.

Our signature event, the ISTA Forum is where the packaging community gathers to tackle today's challenges, explore industry best practices, discover the latest trends, and together shape the future of transport packaging.

The TransPack and TempPack programs include hot topics such as sustainability, e-commerce, packaging performance testing, optimization and damage reduction success stories, temperature-controlled packaging innovations and guidance, and more! Discover invaluable insights and keep abreast of the latest trends shaping the packaging industry.



Call for Speakers is Open

Don't miss this chance to showcase your experience, knowledge and insights in the packaging industry by becoming an ISTA Forum speaker! Submit an abstract today and be a driving force in transforming the future of transport packaging. Learn more about topics of interest!

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

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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!
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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
  • And more!
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Where Our Packaging Community Gathers to Connect!

The TransPack & TempPack programs are uniquely designed to provide attendees with the chance to connect during shared meals, breaks, and receptions. The ISTA Forum registration rate includes all sessions from both TransPack and TempPack events, with no additional cost. View the photo gallery.

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Get a Head Start! Add Pre-Forum Training Sessions to Your Schedule.

Join us for in-person Packaging Dynamics Professional (ISTA PDP) Certification and Cold Chain courses before the ISTA Forum on Monday, March 24! Led by industry experts, these sessions offer valuable insights for both seasoned professionals and newcomers.

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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 (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

Become a Sponsor!

Becoming an ISTA Forum Sponsor is more than a commitment; it's a strategic investment in the future of transport packaging.

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2025 ISTA Forum Premier Sponsors!

  • DDL Testing Experts. Service specialists.
  • Sonoco Thermosafe
  • Cold Chain Technologies
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