PPMA Show organiser Automate UK has revealed that broadcaster, entrepreneur and writer, Gregg Wallace, will be spending a day at the event, exploring the world of processing and packaging machinery, robotics and industrial vision systems as he goes ‘Inside the Exhibition’.
The show has long prided itself on being able to provide visitors with opportunities to seek inspirational packaging solutions, discover the latest machinery innovations, and broaden their knowledge at expert talks and by engaging in face-to-face networking.
The annual PPMA Show attracts over 8,000 visitors across the three-days and includes over 350 exhibitors, comprising over 2,500 brands. These companies will be displaying their most recent innovations and services, and hosting product launches and live demonstrations. This year’s line-up includes GEA, Bizerba, Videojet, Ulma, Ishida, Beckhoff, Schur Star Systems, Ilpra, Sidel, and JBT Proseal.
One of last year’s visitors from Unilever said, “There is a good, wide range of products on show. We came to the show looking for automation partners, which is where our company is headed. We’ve visited the show a number of times and it always delivers good networking opportunities.”
The seminar programme provides attendees with the chance to top up their industry knowledge and stay informed about the latest trends. This year’s keynote speakers are:
• Stefan Casey, Nestlé: The digital transformation of FMCG industry: How digital technology is bringing both challenges and opportunities in packaging across the whole value chain.
• Jessica Sansom, Huel: The manifestations of climate change – rising to the challenge and adapting to a new normal.
There will also be a panel discussion by UK Automation Forum on ‘What would make UK food businesses adopt more robots?’.
The panel will consist of representatives from the food industry who will be discussing the positive impact that adopting automation can have on the sector, whilst sharing top tips and learnings.
New features this year include a dedicated live demonstration theatre where exhibitors will aim to grab attention when they take to the stage to launch new products and services.
Another new addition for 2024 is a tour each day of the show for visitors who may be new to the industry or a star-tup business. This is designed to increase their understanding about the usage of various machinery and what would be suitable for their business.
This year will also see the introduction of icons that will help to identify easily what sectors the exhibitors specialise in.
Automate UK will soon be launching an app for the show which will further enhance the show experience. The app will offer a range of functions, such as the content capture, which allows visitors to scan QR codes on the exhibitors’ stands to access information about their products and services.
The organisers have also confirmed that a networking reception will take place at the end of day one. The aim is to provide an opportunity for exhibitors and visitors to connect in a more informal setting, with an array of food and drink available, along with a live performance from the Soul Brothers.
PPMA Show takes place from September 24-26 at the NEC Birmingham. For more information, visit: https://www.ppmashow.co.uk/
