VISIT THE AIP ON STAND K49 DURING FOODPRO 2023
AIP to take 2x training courses and 2x packaging sessions to FoodPro
Running for over 50 years, foodpro is southern hemisphere’s biggest and longest running trade event dedicated to all sectors of food and beverage manufacturing and processing. Although changing consumer demand has created pressure on the manufacturing industry in the past few years, this sector remains one of the strongest and biggest manufacturing sectors in Australia – and foodpro is looking forward to continuing to support this thriving and resilient industry.
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As an Association Partner the AIP is proud to advise that it will be hosting 2x packaging sessions and 2x training courses and have an exhibition stand (K49) at FoodPro on the 23-26 of July an the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre.
Sunday 23rd of July
2.30 pm to 3.15 pm
Smart Food Lounge (expo floor)
Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
1 Convention Centre Pl
South Wharf, VIC 3006
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AIP Sustainable Packaging Session for the Meat Industry: Showcasing innovative award-winning sustainable and circular packaging solutions that have won PIDA Awards and WorldStar Packaging Awards for the meat/proteins side of the industry. This session will bring together a number of experts in this field that have recently been recognised for their unique, innovative and sustainable packs.
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Speakers will include
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Alan Adams MAIP
Sustainability Director APAC
Sealed Air
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Warwick Armstrong MAIP
General Manager Business Development & Marketing
Plantic Technologies
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Jasson Mills
Director Research and Development
Amcor Flexibles ANZ
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Free for all to attend.
AIP to host two training courses on Monday 24th of July
Training Course #1: Flexible Packaging – Now & Into the future
10.30 am to 1.30 pm
Food Insights Forum
Hospitality Suite 3, upstairs from the expo floor and accessible via foodpro
Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
1 Convention Centre Pl
South Wharf, VIC 3006
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The Flexible Packaging: Now & Into the Future training course will cover the basic fundamentals of flexible packaging, its benefits, how you chose the specific structures to match the product, its performance, marketing challenges and how the packaging is manufactured.
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With the latest challenges facing us regarding sustainability in packaging the course will discuss the options, pros and cons of Compostability vs Recyclability, moves to mono material recyclable packaging to meet CEFLEX standards and other innovative alternative materials now available. As an add on, the course will be looking at the future plans for flexible packaging and available closed loop collection programs, kerbside collection development, advanced recycling options for circular design and many others to meet Packaging and Food Waste Targets..
Course Objectives:
The objectives of the course are to provide participants an understanding of:
- A good broad understanding of the benefits of Flexible packaging.
- The process of manufacturing.
- Where the future lies with flexible films and the changes ahead.
- Snap shot of some of the latest packaging trends and what are the driving forces.
- Understanding the challenges facing us with the sustainable packaging race toward.
Course Lecturer: Joe Foster FAP, AIP Education Team
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Book your place today as spaces are limited - click here for further information & to register.
Training Course #2: Introduction to Active & Intelligent Packaging
2.00 pm to 5.00 pm
Food Insights Forum
Hospitality Suite 3, upstairs from the expo floor and accessible via foodpro
Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
1 Convention Centre Pl
South Wharf, VIC 3006
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We use smartphones and appliances, drive smart cars, and we increasingly purchase consumer goods that are supplied and transported in smart packages .... So, what makes all those things ‘smart’ and how can ‘smart packaging’ be implemented?
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This course is designed to assist anyone who is responsible for packaging, marketing, operations, logistics in the consumer goods and broader supply chain seeking to stay relevant in their consumers lives by using smart packaging solutions that offer out-of-the-box business value.
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The course will provide attendees with a better understanding of the smart packaging solutions currently available to transform the way they package, deliver and market their products and connect directly with consumer or offer value that will ensure customers ‘come back for more’. Best Practice examples of award-winning packs across Active & Intelligent Packaging will also be discussed in the course.
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Discussions will cover active and intelligent packaging in easy to understand terms, and will highlight applications being embraced by brands across various industries who are trying to leverage the benefits of smart packaging solutions to enhance their operations whilst at the same time providing an unparalleled customer experience. Is your business prepared for such transformations?
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Course Lecturer: Michael Dossor MAIP, AIP Education Team
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Book your place today as spaces are limited - click here for further information & to register.
Tuesday 25th of July
11.30 am to 12.30 pm
Smart Food Lounge (expo floor)
Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
1 Convention Centre Pl
South Wharf, VIC 3006
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AIP Sustainable Packaging Session for the Food Industry: This session will showcase innovative packs that have recently award-winning PIDA Awards and WorldStar Packaging Awards including certified compostable packs, fibre based packs, packs made out of renewable materials and smart packaging. This session will bring together a number of experts in this field that have recently been recognised for their intuitive packaging that can potentially save food loss and waste across a value chain and also are more sustainable.
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Speakers will include:
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Richard Fernandez MAIP
Business Development Manager
Confoil
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Gilad Sadan MAIP
N.A.V.I Co. Global
The Packaging Hippie
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Felicity Kelly MAIP
Head of Sustainability
Bunzl Australia & New Zealand
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Free for all to attend.
Stand bookings are well underway. If your business is looking to get involved with foodpro, you can contact the team to book your spot.
LOCATION
Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
1 Convention Centre Pl
South Wharf
VIC 3006
SHOW DATES
Sun 23 Jul 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Mon 24 Jul 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue 25 Jul 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed 26 Jul 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
