The 2026 ISTA Forum USA, featuring our flagship TransPack and TempPack events, will take place from April 7-9 at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel in Phoenix, Arizona.
ISTA Forum USA is the premier gathering for industry trailblazers, innovators, and thought leaders pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Together, we’ll explore industry best practices, emerging trends, and real-world success stories impacting the transport packaging landscape.
The TransPack and TempPack programs feature key topics such as sustainability, e-commerce, packaging performance testing, optimization and damage reduction, temperature-controlled packaging innovations, expert guidance, and more. Join us in Phoenix to connect with our community, gain invaluable insights, and stay ahead of the latest trends transforming the packaging industry.
Our room block has ended, but discounted rates may still be available.
Contact us if you need help securing a room.
TransPack features topics such as sustainable packaging development, e-commerce packaging challenges, packaging performance testing, optimization, damage reduction success stories, research, best practices, and more.
TempPack offers innovative cold chain packaging solutions, temperature monitoring strategies, sustainability case studies, design qualification guidance, frozen shipping solutions, emerging technologies, and more.
The TransPack and TempPack programs offer great opportunities to connect with fellow attendees over meals, breaks, and evening receptions. Your ISTA Forum registration gives you full access to all sessions from both programs.
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Join us for in-person ISTA PDP Certification and Cold Chain courses on Tuesday, April 7, before the ISTA Forum! Led by industry experts, these sessions provide valuable insights for all experience levels.
Pre-Forum Training
Join us for the ISTA Educational Foundation Dinner on Tuesday, April 7, from 6:30–8:30 PM. Connect with peers while supporting student scholarships and research.
ISTA Forum USA attendees receive post‑event access to the 2026 TransPack & TempPack session PowerPoint presentations and audio recordings, so you can revisit key insights and catch anything you missed.
The 2026 ISTA Forum USA will take place at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown, a contemporary hotel situated in the vibrant heart of downtown Phoenix. Just steps away from top attractions, dining, and entertainment, the Sheraton offers exceptional convenience for Forum attendees.
Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel
Tuesday, April 7
Packaging Dynamics Professional (ISTA PDP) Certification (additional fee) 7:30am-5:00pm
Introduction to BioPharma Cold Chain (ISTA CC 201) (additional fee) 7:30am-12:30pm
User Requirement Specification (URS) to Operational Qualification (OQ) (ISTA CC 301) (additional fee) 12:30pm-4:00pm
Attendee Check-In 1:30pm-5:00pm
Forum Welcome Reception 4:00pm-5:30pm
ISTAEF 'Students to Leaders' Fundraiser Dinner (additional fee) 6:30pm-8:30pm
Wednesday, April 8
TransPack Sessions 8:00am-5:00pm
TempPack Sessions 8:00am-5:00pm
Sponsor Exhibition Reception 5:30pm-7:30pm
Thursday, April 9
TransPack Sessions 8:00am-5:00pm
TempPack Sessions 8:00am-5:00pm
Forum Closing Celebration Dinner 6:30pm-8:30pm
Becoming an ISTA Forum USA Sponsor is more than a commitment—it's a strategic opportunity to showcase your brand, connect with the global transport packaging community, and drive innovation across the industry.
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