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swop 2024: Year-End Packaging Roundup — Uncovering Industry Trends and Future Outlook

2024-09-26

Shanghai World of Packaging (swop) will take center stage from November 18 to 20, 2024, at the Shanghai New International Expo Center. This year, swop will offer packaging professionals a forward-thinking perspective on the industry, with the exhibition’s content and new purchasing experience focusing on numerous trending topics in packaging innovation. The event will focus on hot topics such as new domestic and international packaging regulations, innovative processes, and new exploration models for attendees and buyers. Exhibitors will also introduce an array of new products and highlight breakthrough technologies, providing a holistic view of the industry's future.

Navigating global “new market regulations” to boost competitiveness

swop 2024 will feature renowned experts and industry leaders from the green environmental sector, both domestically and internationally, to provide comprehensive insights into evolving packaging regulations. Key discussions will cover the European Union’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), PCR food contact material regulations, and the latest green packaging policy developments. These valuable insights will enable packaging professionals to stay ahead of market trends. Additionally, swop 2024 will team up with Made-in-China.com to host the “Customer Acquisition: New Opportunities for B2B Cross-border E-commerce Forum”, focusing on strategies for rapidly entering the cross-border e-commerce market, overcoming transition hurdles, and sharing growth model success stories.

Highlighting “innovative processes and technologies” to make your products stand out

As an all-encompassing platform for the entire packaging industry, swop will showcase the latest “innovative processes and technologies” spanning every stage of packaging production. These innovations will empower businesses to distinguish themselves in an increasingly competitive marketplace.

In the equipment sector, the exhibition will feature smart and automated management systems for both upstream and downstream packaging processes, enhancing production efficiency and reducing labor costs. Advanced all-electric machinery, designed with sustainability in mind, will also be on display, offering improved precision and stability. Furthermore, new technologies like in-mold labeling and thin-wall injection molding will dramatically elevate the aesthetic appeal and functionality of packaging, giving your designs a clear competitive advantage.

In the materials sector, swop 2024 will introduce a host of groundbreaking packaging materials, including MDO-PE, a single-material solution with superior recyclability and eco-friendly properties; EVOH, a high-barrier material that effectively extends product shelf life; and TPVA, a high-barrier material offering outstanding moisture and oxygen resistance. Alongside the trending bio-based and biodegradable materials, these innovations are set to revolutionize the packaging industry.

swop’s efficient "new exhibition routes" — targeted exploration in three days

swop is introducing a brand-new exhibition experience with customized routes designed for a more efficient visit. These specialized routes include the Packaging Intelligence Pain Point Route tailored for end-user packaging companies, the Six Production Equipment Route focused on container and tableware production, the Green and Sustainable Packaging Route, and the Functional Packaging Route. These curated paths will provide professional buyers and visitors with convenient navigation, in-depth industry insights, and practical solutions. In three days, visitors will be able to quickly grasp industry trends, connect with the resources they need, and fully experience the innovation and allure of the packaging industry.

Over 300 leading packaging companies make their debut at swop 2024, sparking industry innovation

swop 2024 continues to attract global suppliers from the entire packaging supply chain, showcasing world-class products, groundbreaking technologies, and cutting-edge solutions. This November, the event will see even more growth, with over 300 new packaging companies making their debut. These exhibitors promise to bring an exciting wave of innovation, offering buyers a wealth of new possibilities.

New exhibitors include renowned packaging machinery and equipment companies such as Haitian, ZHONGKE, FCS, Lisong, ZHONG FENG, Fangbang, Zollner, Yuan Xu, Soontrue, MITTIWAY, Dahe, Hualiang, KUKIROBOT, Delux-Ubon, XBL, APS, JOSO, Strapack, BOXU, Darin, Dajiang, Techik, Snda, Songben, GURKI, LeadWorld, WANERX, Lianke, Huan Qiang, Juding, and more. Packaging product companies include Jingli Can, XINTIANLI, Daman, BAOKE, BO YANG, Eastsun, Goldstone, DAOYUAN, Smart, DME, ZHENGYI, and others. Plastic packaging and new material companies such as Mingca, ZRP Green Packaging, Qianrun, JIA SHENG DE, RUNYANG, GS PACK, and YaLan, will also present their latest innovations. For the complete list of exhibitors at swop 2024, please visit the official website.

swop 2024 not only highlights the cutting-edge technologies shaping the global packaging industry but also serves as a premier platform for industry professionals to network and forge collaborations. This event is an essential opportunity for those looking to explore the future of packaging. We look forward to welcoming you this November in Shanghai to witness the innovations and transformations driving the packaging industry forward.

About swop

Messe Düsseldorf (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. and Adsale Exhibition Services Ltd. will join hands once again to present the Shanghai World of Packaging (swop) at Shanghai New International Expo Centre from 18 to 20 November 2024. Shanghai World of Packaging (swop), as a member of the interpack alliance, the world's leading packaging machinery and processing exhibition, will make full use of the interpack alliance’s global network and professional resources to provide an excellent trade display platform for domestic and foreign processing and packaging machinery manufacturers, packaging material production suppliers. swop will provide one-stop processing and packaging solutions for end buyers of Food, Beverage, Sweets, Bakery, Pharmaceutical, Cosmetics, Non-food and Industrial Goods Packaging.

For more information, please visit the official website: m.ykdobi.com

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Press Contact:

Ms. Tina Shen

Messe Düsseldorf (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.

Tel+86-21-6169 8313

Fax+86-21-6169 8301

tina.shen@mds.cn

www.mds.cn

Ms. Agnes Tai

Adsale Exhibition Services Ltd.

Tel+852-2516 3365

Fax+852-2516 5024

swop.hkpr@adsale.com.hk

www.adsale.com.hk

About the Organizers

Messe Düsseldorf (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.

As one of the Asian subsidiaries of “Messe Düsseldorf for Asia” (MDfA), established in 2009, Messe Düsseldorf Shanghai (MDS) is committed to introducing industry leading trade fairs to China and providing Chinese and international customers with superior exhibition services. MDS is successfully holding 13 leading trade fairs and conferences in China, covering a broad range of industries including printing, packaging, wire and tube, plastics, medical devices, rehabilitation, retail, safety and health, wine & spirits and caravanning. With a workforce of 60+ fulltime employees, the company’s head office is located in Shanghai with a branch office in Beijing. For more information about MDS, please visit www.mds.cn.

Adsale Exhibition Services Ltd.

Adsale Exhibition Services Ltd has been established in Hong Kong since 1978. It is the organizer of Chinaplas, the Asia’s no. 1 exhibition in the plastics and rubber industries. Adsale is also the organizer of Sino-Pack, PACKINNO, Sino-Label and Printing South China, etc. Backed up with enormous resources in Asia and with well-versed trade promotion strategies for the Chinese market, Adsale is endeavoring to provide cost-effective and integrated marketing solutions across various industries, to satisfy international suppliers’ needs of tapping into the Chinese and Asian markets. The Group has offices in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen and Singapore. Website: www.adsale.com.hk

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