• 2026 Drinktech conference held alongside ProPak Philippines
    2026 Drinktech conference held alongside ProPak Philippines
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The Australasian Institute of Packaging (AIP), in partnership with Informa Markets, will hold the inaugural Drinktech Conference on 6 February, alongside ProPak Philippines 2026.

The conference will focus on packaging and technology issues affecting the beverage sector, with sessions covering sustainable packaging innovations, recycled content, container deposit schemes, recycling and regulations, labelling, materials developments, and packaging design trends.

Three AIP representatives will take part in panel discussions: Prof Pierre Pienaar FAIP, CPPL; Devaki Rajendran MAIP; and Nerida Kelton FAIP.

The event will take place at the World Trade Centre in Metro Manila, Pasay City, in Seminar Room B, with arrival from 1.15pm and sessions from 1.30pm to 4.00pm.

According to the organisers, the conference is intended as an industry forum addressing policy, technology and sustainable packaging within the beverage sector.

Attendees will receive points towards the Certified Packaging Professional designation, with a certificate of attendance available on request. The event is free to attend and registration can be completed here.

Speakers at the 2026 Drinktech conference happening on the 6 February.
Speakers at the 2026 Drinktech conference happening on the 6 February.

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