Programme

We are currently Working on the 3rd Annual European Packaging Summit programme.  If you would like to be involved or want to to find out more please contact Elisa Arias-Maldonado at +44 (0)207 202 7690.


Day 1, Monday 14th January 2013

07:30-08:25

Registration and Refreshments

08:25-08:30

Chairman's opening introduction

Dr. Gordon Stewart
Vice President - Education
World Packaging Organisation

Director of Membership and Professional Development
Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining - UK

08:30-09:05

COST REDUCTION - Opening keynote presentation

Strategic packaging procurement for business success 

Transforming strategic suppliers into strategic partners and sources of innovation together with sustainable growth has been a key priority for Unilever Procurement. By focusing on more than just the bottom line, Unilever has committed to building lasting partnerships with their suppliers through the Partner to Win program. Marika will explain the opportunities and challenges of this programme as Unilever looks to double the size of its business whilst halving its environmental impact by 2020.

Marika Lindström
Vice President - Packaging Procurement
Unilever



09:05-09:40

WASTE REDUCTION - Keynote commentary

Packaging at the heart of the food waste challenge - progress and obstacles 

Established as a not-for-profit company in 2000, WRAP is backed by government funding from Defra (Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs), the Scottish Government, the Welsh Government, the Northern Ireland Executive, and the European Union with the aim of helping businesses, local authorities, communities and individuals reap the benefits of reducing waste, developing sustainable products and using resources in an efficient way.

  • Learn best practice in food waste reduction in the supply chain through packaging
  • When the product talks: the core function of food labelling in consumers’ food waste decisions
  • Discover the latest developments in smart packaging solutions for food safety 
  • Understand the role of governments and the corporate sector in food safety
  • Assess international standards for food packaging

Dr. Liz Goodwin
CEO
WRAP



09:40-10:15

SUSTAINABLE INNOVATION - Case study

Consumer lifestyle sustainable packaging - Trends and innovations 

  • Learn best practices in product redesign for packaging optimisation
  • Maximise packaging as the first proof point of brand promise
  • Packaging innovation: discover case studies on packaging for four consumer lifestyle products
  • Explore alternative solutions to expanded polystyrene (EPS) as a cushioning material

 

Néstor Coronado Palma
Sustainability Director
Philips Consumer Lifestyle



10:15-12:00

Pre-arranged one-to-one meetings, networking and morning refreshments

12:00-12:35

INNOVATION

Private label packaging development across Kingfisher’s international markets

  • Delivering brand consistency through packaging at a global level
  • Consumer insights: product perception and drivers of change across the brands
  • Main challenges and obstacles when designing and implementing the scheme

Jonathan Couper
Head of Brand Realisation
Kingfisher



PRODUCT SAFETY

Developments in packaging serialisation for optimum product traceability and brand protection

Understand the future challenges in packaging serialisation and learn how changes in packaging technology and legislation across Europe are contributing towards stronger product security and counterfeit elimination.

  • Discover the challenges and benefits of adding codes to verify products: Serialisation and matrix code usage
  • Explore the latest developments in legislation on serialisation: Impact and preparation for future pharmaceutical packaging
  • Learn about global standardisation of pharmaceutical packaging and examples of differences in Europe, America and Asia

 

Christian Reidiger
Head of Mass Serialization & Coding Core Team
Bayer Healthcare



12:35-13:15

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

The beverage can: Packaging that connects your brand to new consumers   

  • Why the beverage can continues to be an attractive form of packaging, even after 70 years on the market!
  • Make your product stand out with packaging that easily displays graphics and messages to the consumer
  • Sustainable packaging that is light and easy to recycle 

Gerlof Toenhake
Director, Customer Relationship Management
Ball Packaging Europe



INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Sustainable luxury: Making products stand out with Iscent films

  • How light scattering visual and haptic effects are made using paper, carton and plastic films
  • Optimising and tailoring films for different packaging applications
  • Examples of different propositions for on pack “printing”
  • How Iscent’s technology can be integrated into existing printing presses

Eero Hurme
Manager, Sales and Marketing
Iscent



INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

The role of packaging in making consumer's lives easier

  • Understanding what types of packaging are causing problems for the consumer and the effect this has on your product
  • The variety of packaging solutions – opening, closing, protecting and informing - available to ensure your product is functional and provides the very best in quality
  • The importance of user friendly packaging to your consumer

Martin Dallas
Managing Director, Packaging Solutions
Payne



13:15-14:15

Networking luncheon

14:15-14:50

INNOVATION

Driving brand loyalty and growth through packaging design innovation

  • Learn how design creates value and competitive advantage for the brands in Coca-Cola’s portfolio
  • Our contour bottle and Spencerian Script are considered cultural icons and represent a 90-year case study for the value of design
  • Design will play an increasingly important role in support of our ambitious 2020 Vision to win in the market – driving innovation, building brand love and increasing market share

 

Saskia Goeteyn
EU Design Innovator
Coca-Cola Services



R&D TECHNOLOGY

Strategies in fighting against counterfeit pharmaceuticals 

Dr. Redeker will  focus his presentation on how packaging R&D and innovation is crucial in order to combat counterfeiting drugs.

  • Latest developments in security packaging technology
  • Best practice in overt and covert packaging techniques
  • Effective packaging design to combat drug counterfeiting

Dr.Frank Redeker
Senior Director Global Packaging
Grünenthal GmbH

Head of Pharma Production

14:50-15:30

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

External Innovation: Achieving the desired results more frequently and at a faster pace

  • Hear case studies which demonstrate how external innovation is vital to maintain and progress your business
  • How to connect and achieve a collaborative relationship
  • See a variety of pro-active 'ready to use' packaging innovations that can help bring your business forward

Dennis Van Eeten
Packaging Innovation Manager
Mars




Dick de Koning
Packaging Innovation Manager
Budelpack Poortvliet BV



INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Innovative re-closable technologies for pack freshness: Different technology applications which influence the consumers choice

 
  • No matter what market your product is sold to, a variety of different reclosable solutions need to be available to meet requirements of package sizes, packaging technologies, customer expectations and marketing strategies 
  • Understand how close co-operation between all partners in the value chain results in successful product concepts which can benefit your company : converter, pouch making and filling equipment supplier, distributor...
  • Case studies: Examples from pet food, food and technical-chemical markets, showing bag designs and closure systems for flexible packaging, will be presented to highlight the benefits of innovative solutions adapted to the customer's needs for premade pouches and FFS solutions

Marc Le Pechon
Senior Sales Manager Europe
Presto Slide-Rite® Products



INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Increasing efficiency and securing quality in the supply chain of printed packaging material

  • What is brand management technology and why is it important now?
  • Increase efficiency, agility, consistency and focus in your marketing materials to save time and money
  • Embrace opportunities for growth, whilst creating compelling and consistent consumer experiences
  • Barriers of acceptance: In today’s challenging marketplace, brand management technology has become a necessity that quickly pays for itself by providing benefits that last
  • Case study: Success factors and lasting benefits for companies such as Beiserdorf

Otto Groen
CCO
DSN



15:30-16:50

Pre-arranged one-to-one meetings, networking and afternoon refreshments

16:50-17:25

DESIGN INNOVATION

Designing the future of packaging; a bottle is not just a bottle

  • Understand the evolution of a globally recognized icon
  • Discover how packaging can create excitement, 365 days a year
  • Learn how design and packaging can truly engage consumers
  • Experience the power of creativity

Mark Van Iterson
Head of Global Design
Heineken



17:25-18:00

SUSTAINABLE INNOVATION - Panel Discussion

Can the grass get any greener in the European packaging industry? Challenges and forecasts in sustainable packaging



  • Discover the latest strategies to achieve a consistent and sustainable approach to the design, recycling and removal of packaging
  • Evaluate current efforts and identify opportunities to develop more sustainable packaging materials and systems
  • Leverage collaboration across the packaging supply chain – identify best ways to improve materials and packaging systems with minimal additional cost
  • Learn how to connect your packaging strategy for sustainability to existing market needs

Dr. Gordon Stewart
Vice President - Education
World Packaging Organisation

Director of Membership and Professional Development
Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining - UK
(h)

Dr. Benjamin Punchard
Senior Global Packaging Analyst
Mintel




Jon Wilde
Global Packaging Sustainability Manager
SABMiller




Ohto Nuottamo
Senior Packaging Adviser
Stora Enso



18:00-18:05

Chairman's closing comments

Dr. Gordon Stewart
Vice President - Education
World Packaging Organisation

Director of Membership and Professional Development
Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining - UK

18:05-19:00

Networking drinks reception


Day 2, Tuesday 15th January 2013

08:20-09:00

Registration and refreshments

09:00-09:10

Chairman's opening remarks and review of day one

Dr. Gordon Stewart
Vice President - Education
World Packaging Organisation

Director of Membership and Professional Development
Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining - UK

09:10-09:50

Opening analyst commentary

Research trends: Innovation in packaging for market growth 

  • Identifying the packaging trends driving the market in food, beverages, cosmetics and personal care illustrated with global examples
  • Using packaging innovation as a measure of high activity in European markets and categories
  • Revealing which consumer needs are top of the agenda, and how this varies by market

Dr. Benjamin Punchard
Senior Global Packaging Analyst
Mintel



09:50-10:25

INNOVATION - Keynote case study

Packaging developments and market trends - Innovation meets changing consumer lifestyles

  • Innovation in the 'at home' market - new products for changing consumer habits
  • Attracting new demographics through new products and new packaging solutions
  • Brand sustainability - reinventing and diversifying classic brands
  • Packaging procurement best practices at Diageo

Ruxandra Ispas
Global Head Procurement – Packaging
Diageo



10:25-11:10

Morning refreshments

11:10-11:50

Keynote Panel Discussion

Unwrapping the future: Skills and talents in demand for the packaging professional  

  • What skills are needed for the packaging professional of the future? 
  • What kind of training should be developed to meet the needs of the industry?
  • Which European countries have the leading talent in packaging? 
  • Are the top brands and packaging solution providers putting talent acquisition programmes in place? 
  • Which European countries are most attractive for top talent recruitment?
  • Does the public perception of packaging discourage new talent from joining the industry?

Dr. Gordon Stewart
Vice President - Education
World Packaging Organisation

Director of Membership and Professional Development
Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining - UK
(h)

Arno Melchior
Global Packaging Director
Reckitt Benckiser




Michaël Nieuwesteeg
Managing Director
NVC Netherlands Packaging Centre




Patrick Van Baal
Packaging Platform Director, Baby & Medical Nutrition
Danone Research



11:50-12:30

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

 Future requirements for packaging machinery

  • Future automation: explore how the industry can prepare its factories for the future
  • Hear how to reduce material input, energy consumption and maintenance costs
  • Learn how to improve the efficiency of the factories and produce larger quantities with new automation technology

Christian Schulze
International Senior Business Development Manager
Beckhoff Automation GmbH



INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Product and supply chain integrity: How to implement smart product authentication and gain targeted visibility

 

  • Discussing a top-notch approach and considerations to deter and combat counterfeiting, adulteration and diversion
  • Understanding best practices and layered solutions to protect product and supply chain integrity
  • How to implement low invasive product authentication
  • Cases of value added traceability solution deployments

Benoît Defrasne
Business Development Manager
SICPA Product Security SA



12:30-13:45

THEMED LUNCHEON

During the lunch break there will be a limited number of themed roundtables open for complimentary registration, which includes a seated lunch. Roundtables are limited to 10 delegates per table. This session format encourages participation from the outset, focusing on a central theme or topic, with an expert-led discussion.

Using green polyethylene to differentiate the packaging portfolio - Led by: Braskem SA

13:45-14:20

INNOVATION

Packaging innovation for sustainable growth


  • Main challenges and achievements in food packaging innovation: Food protection vs. cost reduction
  • Consumer centric approach:  Improving the user experience with easy and intuitive packaging formats
  • The role of packaging innovation in the successful implementation of the M&S Plan A scheme

Simon Oxley
Packaging Manager
Marks & Spencer



SUSTAINABILITY

WOMANITY, by Thierry Mugler: Creating sustainable luxury

According to Clarins Fragrance Group, Womanity, by Thierry Mugler, represents a number of sustainable development initiatives. This perfume is the product of a design aimed at minimising environmental impact while remaining true to Clarins' 'pursuit of excellence’. This is the result of a creative process driven by innovation and resource management, as well as a global philosophy. In this case study presentation, Ms Joulin will go through the packaging development of WOMANITY with such concepts as eco-packaging, luxurious design and consumer perception at the core of the project.

Solène Joulin
Head of Packaging Purchasing and Development
Clarins Fragrance Group



14:20-14:55

NEW MATERIALS

Innovation in packaging materials to maximise shelf-life and product quality

As often neglected, the main function of packaging is to keep the quality of the packed goods and to maintain the required shelf-life.This requires functions known as barrier, regulation of the headspace atmosphere or sometimes freshness indication.

This presentation will therefore give a critical overview on technical solutions, their practicability and their compliance with food contact regulations for the following examples:

  • Barriers achieved by nano materials, use of renewable resources, gas absorbers, humidity regulation, antimicrobial films and freshness indicators.
  • Factors for success or failure will be discussed.

Prof. Dr Horst-Christian Langowski
Chair of Food Packaging Technology
Technische Universität München



14:55-15:35

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Next generation packaging materials: Biopolymers as a renewable source in packaging

 

  • Innovation based on sustainable pillars
  • Reaching the wide concept of sustainability
  • Developments in the production of green polyethylene

Marco Jansen
Commercial Manager Biopolymers
Braskem



INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Innovation in packaging mock-ups, prototypes and proofs

  • Bringing imagination into reality: An innovative range of packaging proofing and prototyping solutions
  • Learning how, in conjunction with CGS, the newly developed Flex Pack Web proofing solution can outperform slow and expensive traditional technologies, showcasing metallic and white ink, plus integrated print and cut
  • Customer case studies: Application examples demonstrating how easy it is to bring mock-up production in-house and how there can significant savings on existing processes

Heiner Müller
Key Account Director Europe
Roland DG




Michel Van Vliet
Product Development Manager
Roland DG




Steve Chapell
Business Manager - Packaging, Proofing & Industrial Labelling
Roland DG UK



15:35-16:10

REGULATION - Closing keynote address

European food labelling regulation: Consumers rule! 

  • Changes in regulation on the provision of food information to consumers - A time-consuming burden or welcome progress for the industry?
  • Main challenges of labelling principles
  • EU Food labelling legislation - an informed and expert review
  • Are the current food labelling rules in line with the 21st century consumer and the market’s needs?

Stephen Pugh
Head of Food Labelling
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (UK)



16:10-16:20

Chairman's closing comments and end of summit

Dr. Gordon Stewart
Vice President - Education
World Packaging Organisation

Director of Membership and Professional Development
Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining - UK