1. Could you explain to us the reasons for bringing this event to the Basque Country, having already held it in Madrid?
As you say, we have a solid track record behind us, not only with the 14 editions of the fair held in Madrid, but also in Oporto, where we have already held 6 editions. However, there is no other event in the north of Spain that offers packaging, logistics and transport companies a simple and direct way to meet the purchasing decision-makers of thousands of companies in the area. Therefore, because we want to provide an effective response to this need of our community, we are already looking forward to the first edition of Empack and Logistics & Automation Bilbao, which will take place on 1st and 2nd March.
It is also important to point out that the industrial strength of the region (not only in the Basque Country but also in adjacent regions such as Cantabria, Asturias, La Rioja and northern Castilla León) and its commitment to digitalisation and sustainability in general and in packaging, logistics and transport in particular have been determining factors in our firm commitment to this event.
Finally, I would like to make special mention of the support we have received from SPRI and the Basque Government, as well as from the main sectoral organisations, which will undoubtedly make this launch a benchmark event for the region in the future.

2. After the good reception given to the launch of the new Transport & Delivery brand in Madrid, will it also be included in this first edition in Bilbao? And if so, could you tell us what it will consist of?
Transport & Delivery is the new brand that brings together in a specific Logistics & Automation space a critical and growing sector such as logistics operators, road, rail and sea transport, couriers & last mile and transport software. Easyfairs chose our event in Madrid for its launch and its reception was magnificent. That is why, in Bilbao, we did not hesitate to also include this exclusive space that will have an exhibition area, and will also house a specialised conference room and a private networking area for attendees, with the aim of generating synergies and relationships between the main stakeholders.