Pira Packaging Summit returns to London for 2013

After a massively successful 2012 event Smithers Pira is pleased to announce that the Pira Packaging Summit 2013 will be held in association with Packaging News in London on 12-13 November 2013 at the prestigious Millennium Mayfair. Held prior to the UK Packaging Awards, taking place nearby at the London Hilton on Park Lane - make sure you plan to be in London for these key events in the 2013 packaging calendar.

The Pira Packaging Summit 2013 will once again take the format of a one and a half day event, in the heart of London, provide a unique platform for senior decision-makers throughout the industry to discuss key strategic challenges from across the packaging value chain and long term strategies for success. The programme is currently in development and will be announced in July, and you can still join the planned high-profile line-up of speakers and panellists by getting in touch now.

2013 Industry Advisory Board

Once again the conference programme development will be supported by not only the expertise of Smithers Pira and Packaging News, but also by leading names in the packaging industry. This year's advisory board members include representatives from SABMiller and PepsiCo, with more to be announced soon! Click here for more information

What you missed at the Pira Packaging Summit 2012:

- Exclusive industry data and expert analysis that you won't find anywhere else
- Panel discussions focused on highlighting what end-users want from packaging and how the industry can work together to paint a better picture of packaging
- An in-depth look at the standards and directives set to shape the industry
- Real insight on industry hot topics and what they mean for you and your business
- The exclusive opportunity to network, discuss and share ideas with your industry peers and potential new clients
- Foresight from senior figures from the world's leading packaging companies

>> View the event highlights here

Over 70 leading companies, including Mars, Tetra Pak, Chesapeake, Unilever, Nestle, HP and Crown were at this event - see who attended in London!

>> The Summit was very well-received - see what you missed out on here!

This was a must-attend event within the packaging industry and it will return on 12-13 November 2013. Stay in touch for more information!