swop 2024 Concludes with Success, Paving the Way for Future Innovation in the Packaging Industry
10 December 2024: Shanghai World of Packaging (swop) came to a successful close on November 20, 2024 in Shanghai, China, marking a remarkable conclusion to the annual grand show for the packaging industry in Asia. This year’s event stood out as a premier annual exhibition, highlighting a fresh vision and a deep alignment with the dynamic needs of the market. With a focus on globalization, swop has firmly established itself as an essential platform for exhibition, communication, and collaboration across the entire packaging value chain.
Covering more than 65,000 square meters, swop 2024 attracted 903 distinguished companies from across the globe, including those from China, Germany, Spain, Finland, the United States, and many other countries and regions. The event drew 33,192 trade visitors from around the world, offering a vibrant space for exhibitors and buyers to engage in fruitful discussions and explore opportunities for collaboration in response to the evolving landscape of global supply chains.
Ms. Evian Gu, General Manager of Messe Düsseldorf (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. said “As an essential bridge connecting production and consumption, the demand for the packaging industry continues to grow.This surge not only highlights the vitality of global trade but also reflects the ongoing drive across industries to innovate and elevate the quality of product packaging. As a member of the interpack alliance, swop benefits from extensive support that boosts its international reach and influence. ”
Ms. Rita Chu, Vice Chairman of The Adsale Group, said, swop has always been a bellwether for industry hotspots and trends, and this year is no exception, delivering an impressive array of highlights. “Sustainability” can be said to be a consensus within the global packaging industry, while “going overseas” represents a new blue ocean for numerous enterprises to expand into. This year, swop participants from all walks of life can not only gain insights into the latest dynamics and technological trends in the packaging industry but also find ideal solutions tailored to their own development needs.
Highlights of swop 2024: Showcasing Cutting-Edge Packaging Industry Technologies and Development Trends
– Spotlight on digitalization, intelligence, and automation in packaging equipment and new technologies
In response to the growing demands of the packaging market, swop 2024 featured a range of innovative solutions for trade buyers and visitors, covering product production, transportation, and supply chain traceability. On-site demonstrations included advanced digital factory models and comprehensive strategies designed to enhance competitiveness, with a particular focus on product traceability and food safety. Leading companies such as Youngsun, Hualian, Wuhan Renpak, Zhongya, Eiahe, Brother, GURKI, SDW, Soontrue, RESURE, Acepack, WANERX, Warsonco, FULLTECH, Songben, Litai, BOHUI, Haomingda, Ruiji Jinhong, Jerry, JOSO, Vixdetect, Techik and BHI presented their star products and breakthrough technologies, making significant contributions to driving progress within the packaging industry.
– Focus on packaging containers and tableware production lines, showcasing innovative technologies and eco-friendly materials
This year’s swop brought together an impressive lineup of renowned exhibitors, including Haitian, Chen Hsong, FCS, Lisong, Jwell, Liuzhou Jingye, Huayan, ONGO, Yuto, Malex, Fangbang, HOME-LINK, Huawei, Royal New Materials, ZHONGKE PRECISION MACHINERY, MAIWEI, LITAI, RuiDa, DISCOVER, Mingguo, SINI MACHINERY, Chengda, and SABIC. Featured exhibits included flexible case opening, sealing, and palletizing integrated machines, fully automatic one-stage plastic injection blow molding machines, intelligent multi-component food packaging solutions, fully automatic intelligent production lines, and other innovative solutions focused on automation, environmental sustainability, and functionality.
– Leading the green revolution in packaging: Showcasing innovative eco-friendly materials
As environmental compliance and green packaging continue to take center stage, swop 2024 embraced this transformative trend by focusing on the green revolution in raw packaging materials. The event attracted a wide range of innovative material suppliers, providing a premier platform for showcasing cutting-edge materials to the exhibitors. swop 2024 highlighted advanced packaging materials, including MDO-PE and EVOH, demonstrating their applications in sectors such as food and daily chemicals. These materials stood out for their eco-friendly, sustainable, and high-performance qualities. Additionally, bio-based and biodegradable materials were prominently featured, offering innovative solutions for food packaging and driving the industry toward a greener future.
– FMCG Packaging Pavilion at swop 2024: Empowering brands to shine
The FMCG Packaging Pavilion placed consumer needs at the forefront, emphasizing key factors such as user experience, visual appeal, and sustainability. The pavilion showcased popular FMCG products that not only provide effective product protection but also elevate brand value and foster consumer engagement, breathing new vitality into the brands. The pavilion also highlighted “E-commerce Express and Logistics Packaging”, presenting innovative, eco-conscious packaging solutions designed for both convenience and sustainability. Highlights included luxury gift boxes, packaging products for chemicals used in daily life, high-temperature sterilization aluminum foil boxes, fully biodegradable courier packaging bags, and customized packaging for food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, chemicals used in daily life, and e-commerce.
Thomas Dohse, Director interpack of Messe Düsseldorf, Messe Düsseldorf GmbH, noted that Shanghai, as a crucial business hub for China and Asia, serves as an exceptional platform for showcasing innovations in the packaging industry. The processing and packaging industry is evolving rapidly, driven by an ongoing pursuit of innovation and excellence. swop 2024 provided an ideal platform for visitors to explore the latest industry trends and gain insights into the key factors driving its development.
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