Innovation for the packaging industry

The forty-first edition of Emballage (trade show devoted to the packaging industry) will take place at the Paris Nord Villepinte fairground on November 17-20. With 1,500 exhibitors expected to participate, the fair represents an essential appointment for the industry.

All the various specialties and associated expertise will be featured during the 4 days of the exhibition through conferences, live TV broadcasts, a showcase of innovations, and presentations that explore the packaging of the future.

According to the information issued by the organizers, Saloni Internazionali Francesi, 50% of new products will be presented in a preview. Of these, 57% have been designed considering their use, ergonomics and safety for operators and end users.

A prominent feature of Emballage for the past several editions, one much applauded by both visitors and exhibitors, is Pack Innovation, an area devoted to the latest innovations and trends presented by exhibitors. Each participant is asked to present their innovations to the organizers via an online platform. A pre-selection committee reviews the submissions and creates a shortlist of candidates. This shortlist is then judged by an international jury of specialized journalists in the packaging industry to develop the final list. Selected innovations will then be exhibited in the showcase for the entire duration of the exhibition. Lastly, the Pack Experts commission confers “Pack Experts’ Innovation Awards” on selected products, machinery and services.