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Intelligent packaging creates new markets for print industry

5th July 2018

In 2018, the combined active and intelligent packaging market value is projected to reach $5.68 billion and will continue to present new value-adding options in the future.

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The Future of Packaging: Long Term Strategic Forecasts to 2028

Total value in the global packaging industry in 2018 will reach $876 billion, with steady growth pushing this value past $1 trillion in 2023. By 2028 an additional $150 billion will have been added to this market.

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Smithers Pira joins the new Amazon Packaging Support and Supplier Network

4th April 2018

As of earlier this year, Smithers Pira is an official participant in the Amazon Packaging Support and Supplier Network (APASS).

Understanding the Effects of Vibration in the Supply Chain

How products and packaging are effected by vibration environments throughout the supply chain and test considerations for product and packaging producers.

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Sustainability in Packaging Europe 2018

30th - 31st October 2018

Barcelona, SPAIN

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Intelligent packaging creates new markets for print industry

5th July 2018

Four areas that are advancing the slow growing banknotes market

27th June 2018

Article: Preventing premature failure of tamper-evident seals

27th June 2018

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The Future of Printing for Food Packaging to 2023

Printing for food packaging is worth $227.2 billion in 2018, and accounts for 394.6 billion m² of material globally.

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Four areas that are advancing the slow growing banknotes market

27th June 2018

Smithers Pira security experts at Security Document World 2018

5th June 2018

Smithers Pira launches new Permeability Proficiency testing service

10th April 2018

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Why is distribution testing important for my product or package?

Smithers Pira package testing expert Michael Kuebler discusses the benefits of controlled laboratory testing.

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E-PACK Summit 2018

18th - 19th September 2018

Chicago, IL.

Packsmart cost estimator

Visualize the financial impact of supply chain damage. This interactive tool demonstrates how distribution testing efforts can help to prevent package damage and reduce your total cost.

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Upcoming Events

Food Contact Training UK (September) 2018

18th - 19th September 2018

Sandman Signature Hotel London Gatwick, UK

E-PACK Summit 2018

18th - 19th September 2018

Chicago, IL.

PRIMA 2018

19th - 20th September 2018

Amsterdam., NETHERLANDS

Specialty Papers US 2018

2nd - 3rd October 2018

Radisson Paper Valley Hotel Appleton, WI

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Whether you are looking to grow your business, launch new products or find out about new and emerging markets, Smithers Pira Market Consultancy can provide you with practical, cost effective research solutions to meet your specific business needs.

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Check out "Simple Tips for Damaging and Destroying a Package"

A handy guide by Smithers Pira.

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