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

14th January 2019

Smithers Pira’s latest research into the market for packaging dispensers has identified some particular key trends that are proving more impactful to the future development of this area of the packaging industry. Some of the most notable trends expected to continue affecting the market over the forecast period to 2023.

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The Future of European Printing to 2023

Europe has an established place as a fulcrum for technical innovation in print and one of the most important regional markets for printed products.

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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 US 2019

4th - 6th March 2019

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The Future of Recycled Packaging Markets to 2023

With sustainability a key megatrend for the packaging industry this new Smithers Pira research project focuses on the central challenges to effectively integrating post-consumer resins, recycled pulp, metal and glass into the packaging material supply chain.

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High-Performance Filtration to 2023 – a State of the Art Report

Filtration is the second largest end use market for durable nonwovens and the third largest market for nonwovens overall, behind only hygiene and upholstery/bedding end uses in value in 2018.

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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

Smithers Pira hires print and security expert to materials team

5th September 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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Sustainability in Packaging US 2019

4th - 6th March 2019

Food Contact Training UK (March) 2019

5th - 6th March 2019

London Gatwick, UK

E-PACK Europe 2019

25th - 27th March 2019

Berlin, GERMANY

Specialty Papers Europe 2019

9th - 10th April 2019

Berlin, GERMANY

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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 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"

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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.