ORGANISERS of Packaging Innovations & Empack are inviting exhibitors to enter up to two products into its Innovation Gallery.
The event, which takes place on February 21-22, 2024, aims to showcase products, services, and solutions to FMCG brands, online retailers and key players.
The Innovation Gallery is designed to highlight some of the brightest and best new packaging solutions on or about to hit the market.
Paul Jenkins from ThePackHub, Jude Allan, chair of the IOM3 Packaging Group, and Margaret Bates, executive director of OPRL, will assess dozens of anticipated entries before a final ten are selected for the Innovation Gallery at February’s exhibition.
Over 7,000 expected visitors will have the opportunity to view the Top Ten Innovations before casting their vote by swiping their visitor pass on the plinth of the product that best captures their imagination. Organisers Easyfairs are giving exhibitors until Thursday January 18 to complete their submissions through their MyEasyfairs account.
Judge Paul Jenkins said, “The packaging evolution that is taking place everywhere we look is driving innovation to explosive levels. In fact, visitors to last year’s event saw outstanding innovations that will surely become part of everyday lives around the world, either behind the scenes or on our shelves.
“We were thrilled with the quality and quantity of entries we received for last year’s Innovation Gallery and would encourage as many of the 400 exhibitors attending to take up the opportunity. It’s clear that there remains a real drive to meet consumer needs and to solve long-standing challenges in the industry.”
Last year, SUPA Products’ 500ml paper bottle from its eco-mate range was crowned the winner.
“Packaging Innovations & Empack is the UK’s flagship packaging event for a good reason,” said Naomi Stewart, marketing manager for Easyfairs. “After record registrations, thousands of visitors, and glowing feedback from last year’s event, we’ve seen a real rush from exhibitors to secure their place at the 2024 event. And with a really strong contingent of big-name brands emerging, it has the makings of a fantastic two days.”
