• The AIPIA's World Congress will throw the spotlight on the growing use of smart technology for packaging.
    The AIPIA's World Congress will throw the spotlight on the growing use of smart technology for packaging.
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Ahead of its inaugural World Congress in Germany next month, the Active and Intelligent Packaging Industry Association (AIPIA) explains some of the benefits of the emerging generation of “smart” packaging techniques in this latest video presented by PKN TV.

The short video highlights how high technology solutions are revolutionising packaging, and bringing benefits throughout the packaging supply chain, from manufacturer to the consumer.

Click on the video below for a concise explanation of the benefits of smart packaging, from reducing food waste via extended shelf life, through its role in increasing supply chain efficiencies, to the latest applications enabling consumers to interact with packaging using smart devices.

The AIPIA World Congress will take place from 23-25 September in Nuremberg, Germany. For more details go to: www.aip-worldcongress.org/

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