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PACKAGING INNOVATIONS & EMPACK PREVIEW
a number of leading exhibitors from the smart packaging, machinery, automation, and industrial robotics worlds.. Companies include Allpack, Adpak Machinery, Intertape Polymers Group, KTEC Group, Jenton International, Marden Edwards, and more. The annual event has already attracted a
influx of interest from leading packaging and technology suppliers following its announcement that it would return to its traditional February dates. 35 businesses are already confirmed to be exhibiting at Empack, meaning a total of over 300 suppliers will be present to exhibit their solutions to an expected audience of over 6,000 visitors. Joel said: “The technology on show at Empack is truly inspiring every year, and this
A SPOTLIGHT ON THE FUTURE OF PACKAGING
Packaging Innovations & Empack, Featuring Contract Pack & Fulfilment, announces the latest speaker line-up and some of the exhibitors you can expect to see at the event in February
2023 with a bang, after it announced the first batch of speakers hosting talks at the triple- bill event. The timetable of talks, spread across three
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stages throughout the event at the NEC on 15th & 16th February, brings together some of the leading experts from the present and future of packaging. The first announcement of speakers lays the foundations of an engaging, insight-packed two-day schedule featuring influential names from all corners of the packaging industry including supply chain, machinery solutions, contract packing services, sustainable solutions, and more. Those names include Martin Kersh,
Executive Director of the FPA; Paul Jenkins, founder of ThePackHub; and Jude Allan, Chair of the IOM3 Packaging Group. Welcoming the announcement, Renan Joel, Managing Director, Packaging Division at event organiser Easyfairs said: “The line-up at Packaging Innovations this year is unmissable – there is something for attendees from every industry and job function. This is more than just a packaging event, it’s about the future of packaging, yes, but also of retail, brands, and the supply chain that connects us all together. “The theme of this year’s event is to offer
solutions for every step of the packaging journey, from concept to fulfilment and everything in between. Even though this is only the first batch of speakers we’ll announce, we hope it’s a statement of intent for where we want the show to be.” Fittingly for a triple-bill event, Packaging
ackaging Innovations & Empack, Featuring Contract Pack & Fulfilment, is set to kick off the packaging industry’s
Innovations & Empack, Featuring Contract Pack & Fulfilment features three stages; Design & Innovation, Circular Economy, and Supply Chain. Topics on the stages include a keynote speech from Mark Van Iterson, Global Director Design & Sustainability at Heineken; a talk entitled Circular Economy Defined from George Cole, Director of Resourcefutures; and a headline speech from Jo Fairley, co-founder of chocolate brand Green & Black’s.
year’s list of exhibitors proves innovation is alive and well in today’s packaging industry. From automation solutions provider Intertape to machinery specialists like Advanced Dynamics, the innovations on show at the next Empack show directly address the challenges of today – and tomorrow. “As the market is still struggling with supply
chain shocks and labour shortages, this year’s Empack could not happen at a more opportune time. It brings together the world’s leading solutions providers who have the machinery, software, and services to help businesses overcome these pressing issues.” The three-tiered nature of the show sees an
increased spotlight on Contract Pack & Fulfilment, which connects large and small brands with value-adding logistics and co- packing services. As a result, Packaging Innovations & Empack, Featuring Contract Pack & Fulfilment, offers something to support every step of the packaging supply journey, from concept and design all the way through to logistics and shipping. “This show is all about creating strong
Other speakers are George Thompson,
Robotic Systems Sales Manager at Güdel and Chairman of BARA; Steve Honour, Design Leader at Diageo; and Jane Bevis, Executive Chair of OPRL, who is also part of a panel discussion titled The Big Responsibility Debate. “We have more announcements to come as
we complete what is sure to be our liveliest speaking programme yet,” added Joel. “Our aim is to pack as much value as possible into each free ticket. A free ticket alone doesn’t automatically make an event worth attending – but a schedule packed with insightful talks and a show floor full of world-leading businesses to network with certainly does!” In addition to the speaker announcement, Easyfairs has revealed Empack will play host to
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partnerships between brands, suppliers, and service providers,” Joel continued. “A brand representative can find any packaging solution they need on our show floor, whether they want a new automation system, contract packing service, or new sustainable materials or processes. We have some leading brands attending this year, including Morrisons, Dyson, Red Bull, and Costco, so there are sure to be plenty of exciting networking opportunities across the two days.” Attendees and exhibitors can check a
complete list of exhibitors and register to attend the event for free by visiting
www.packagingbirmingham.com. The event website also contains a full list of speakers and information about travel to and from the show, as well as accommodation.
Packaging Innovations & Empack
www.packagingbirmingham.com
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