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Four key trends that will shape the future of packaging to 2028

13th February 2019

Smithers Pira’s latest long-term forecast analyses four key trends that indicate how the packaging industry is set to evolve.

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The Future of Luxury Packaging to 2024

Luxury end-use segments present a growing market for the packaging industry and one where premium products demand innovative and high-margin materials to communicate essential brand values.

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Smithers Pira and Esko webinar: achieving first time right color in the packaging workflow

23rd January 2019

Join Smithers Pira and Esko on Thursday 14 February 2019 for a free online webinar on achieving on-press color performance that is right first time.

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 US 2019

4th - 6th March 2019

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The Future of Functional and Barrier Coatings for Paper and Board to 2024

Volume demand for functional and barrier coating applications in paper and board packaging reached almost 3 million tonnes globally in 2018, with a value of $7.8 billion.

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The Future of Digital vs Offset Printing to 2024

The total market for analogue and digital printing combined will grow at a CAGR of 1.3%, reaching $862 billion by 2024.

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Smithers Pira and Esko webinar: achieving first time right color in the packaging workflow

23rd January 2019

Smithers Pira identifies significant trends shaping the growth of the $7.6 billion packaging dispen

14th January 2019

Smithers Pira launches new European packaging landscape study in association with Packaging Europe

19th December 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 Europe 2019

25th - 27th March 2019

Berlin, GERMANY

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

Sustainability in Packaging US 2019

4th - 6th March 2019

Food Contact Training UK (March) 2019

5th - 6th March 2019

London Gatwick, UK

Specialty Papers Europe 2019

9th - 10th April 2019

Berlin, GERMANY

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Strategic Consultancy

Whether you are looking to grow your business, launch new products or find out about new and emerging markets, Smithers Pira Strategic 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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Our experts can support your business from Product Development through to distribution of your packaged product.

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Market report

The Future of Cash Cycles to 2029

With the value of non-cash payments overtaking cash payment in major national economies, cash cycles worldwide are transforming rapidly.