As top brands and thought leaders from across the packaging sector prepare to descend on London Packaging Week 2024, this year’s exhibition is shaping up to be the best and biggest yet.

It’s the final countdown towards to one of the UK’s premier exhibitions for stylish, sustainable packaging solutions as London Packaging Week 2024 approaches, and with thousands of visitors flocking to see top brands and discover exciting innovations, organisers Easyfairs believe that 2024’s show could be the most successful to date.

On 11 & 12 September, London Packaging Week is taking over the ExCeL centre to shine a spotlight on the best and brightest that the global packaging industry has to offer. The exhibition, already tipped to be among the hottest events in this year’s packaging calendar, will open its doors to thousands of attendees, brands, suppliers, and packaging developers, all seeking to discover the next big thing in packaging.

The 4,500+ visitors already expected for this year’s event can explore a star-studded cast of 190 exhibitors filling every square foot of the show’s floorplan. These attendees can look forward to connecting with thought leaders from across packaging to foster new ideas, and prepare to network with leading brands such as Tesco, Sainsbury's, John Lewis, Itsu, The Walt Disney Company, Bacardi, Holland & Barrett, Amazon, Avon, The National Gallery, Aldi, The Macallan, Bloom & Wild, Boots, and more.

Numerous leading packaging industry suppliers have already confirmed their attendance at London Packaging Week 2024, including some of the biggest names in the business. Delegates will have the unique opportunity to connect with representatives from AllPack, Evisosys, Sun Branding, Berry Global, DekorGlass, DS Smith, and more, solidifying London Packaging Week’s reputation as a must-see show for anyone involved in the industry.

Comprising four events across two days, London Packaging Week’s constituent exhibitions examine a cross-section of the issues that matter most in today’s packaging sector. Visitors seeking luxury packaging innovations will be able to find them at Packaging Première, which connects designers and manufacturers with major international brands. Meanwhile, attendees will be able to discover the latest in beauty packaging at PCD, the world's premier event for this industry, and the PLD exhibition will continue to define the future of packaging for premium and luxury beverages. Finally, Food & Consumer Pack showcases innovations in packaging from across the thriving £200bn market for everyday food, drinks, and FMCG products.

Expertise from across the packaging landscape

With two days already packed with networking opportunities, what else can attendees expect? London Packaging Week is not just any tradeshow – this year’s event features a programme full of presentations, panels, and interviews featuring expert speakers to shine a spotlight on some of the most important issues facing the sector.

Headline speakers include Professor Bejamin Voyer, from ESCP Business School, who will share insights into the science behind consumer behaviour. From marketing trends to consumer attitudes to certain products, this presentation will help delegates better understand what drives purchasing intent. Waqas Qureshi, Editor at Packaging News, will discuss how packaging can be designed to increase its functional elements for diversity, while OPRL’s Managing Director Jude Allan will guide attendees through the future of labelling, discussing new legislation and the impact of mandatory labelling on recycling awareness.

The exhibition space will also feature lively debates in the form of panel discussions unpacking some of the most important challenges facing today’s industry. Among the busy programme, delegates have the chance to see William Connolly, Senior Principal Scientist at Diageo, join a panel including Lena Danielsson, Break Through Innovation Director at Pernod Ricard, Lauren Mckenzie, Head of New Product Development at SA Designer Parfums, and Tanguy Pellen, Senior Partner at Skarbek, in an eye-opening discussion about beauty and beverage packaging trends. The panel will dive into essential strategies for driving innovation in packaging, covering the latest tools and trends available.

“From previous years we know just how much attendees value the insights and knowledge to be gleaned from attending London Packaging Week, and we’re thrilled this year to have organised a programme packed with even more exciting presentations focusing on today’s hot-button issues,” said Senior Marketing Manager James Montero MacColl. “From creating more sustainable packaging solutions, to understanding exactly what makes consumers tick, there’s something for everyone at London Packaging Week 2024.

“What’s more, anyone who has attended London Packaging Week events in the past will know as well as its speaker programme, this exhibition has a reputation as a fantastic place to connect, learn, and become inspired. Whether you are a packaging supplier, specifier, buyer, or designer, this event is perfect for sharing knowledge, meeting new contacts, and gaining the spark of inspiration your business may need to create the packaging industry’s next big thing.”

Discover award-winning innovations

The packaging industry is a hotbed of innovation, and London Packaging Week has always focused on bringing the latest and greatest new things to the fore. That’s why the fact that this year’s event will host the inaugural London Packaging Week Innovation Awards is so exciting. These awards will celebrate some of the best upcoming designs from across the sector, crowning the first ever winners and featuring all the finalists in a brand-new gallery for attendees to explore. This new exhibit sits alongside the annual Innovation Gallery, which will feature some of the most exciting packaging solutions from the last 12 months and provide a glimpse into where the industry is heading.

“The London Packaging Week Innovation Awards are an amazing way to discover the upcoming talent in packaging and see first-hand the innovations that are shaping the industry’s future. This event will be a must-see for anyone who wants to get ahead of the crowd and position themselves for success,” added MacColl.

With demand for tickets set to soar as the show rapidly approaches, anyone interested in attending is encouraged to register for their place today.