The Conservative MP will take over the role on 6 March 2020, after the annual FPA Awards in Brighton on 5 March.
Howard Colliver, outgoing chairman, said: “Mark brings deep-rooted knowledge of the foodservice packaging industry and a unique understanding of the way our sector operators. He also brings a broader perspective of the packaging industry as (a) whole, through his experience as chairman of the All Party Parliamentary Group for Packaging.
“We are delighted to welcome Mark on board as our new chairman and know that he will steer the FPA successfully through its next phase of development.”
Well known to the FPA, Pawsey was the sponsoring MP for the annual House of Commons lunch and regularly attended key annual events.
MP Pawsey, added: “The FPA is a dynamic and forward-thinking association providing strong leadership and direction in what are undoubtedly challenging times for this industry.
“Howard has done an excellent job over the past five years and set the bar high for this role. I am looking forward to continuing his good work and helping shape of the future of both the FPA and the foodservice packaging industry.”