ProPak Asia, the No.1 international processing, filling and packaging technology event for Asia returns to Bangkok from 16-19 June 2010 at Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre (BITEC). More international technology will be on display than ever before in the show’s 26 year history, with greater trade and networking opportunities for exhibitors and visitors alike.

ProPak Asia is the premier international exhibition of packaging and processing machinery, materials and associated technology. For our members in the supply side, the mega-event is a promising opportunity to present our products and solutions live and in person to a dedicated buying audience from throughout Asia and the Middle East.

The last ProPak Asia exhibition in 2009 proved a great success with sales confirmed on site and many orders placed for the latest technology for processing and packaging solutions. It attracted 843 exhibiting companies from 39 countries and regions.

The number of trade visitors to the four-day event was also phenomenal: 29,600 from 63 countries with key Asian buyers from Malaysia, Singapore, Japan, Vietnam, Korea, India, Myanmar, China, Indonesia and the Philippines.

Mr. D.V. Malhan, Executive Secretary from All India Food Processors Associationpointed out that the food processing industry in India was one of the world’s largest in terms of production, consumption and export. “The Indian packaging industry is worth an estimated US$ 15 billion. I am sure our industry members will benefit significantly from this event.”

He also said,“India makes certainly a very good progress in advancing its food manufacturing standards for export, and has achieved a world’s leading position in this area. In an attempt to drive their businesses forward, ProPak Asia is therefore an ideal platform for Indian manufacturers to keep updated with the latest technology solutions and trends innovatively presented by world-class suppliers.”

ProPak Asia hold's significant strength in the food, drink and pharmaceutical sectors and in 2010 will continue to focus on its primary development sectors on brewing and beverage technology (DrinkTech Asia), pharmaceutical technology (PharmaTech Asia), plastic materials, moulding and processing equipment (PlasTech Asia) and laboratory and test equipment (Lab & Test Asia).

The PharmaTech Asia in particular will be an excellent platform for members of the pharmaceutical industry and researchers to explore innovative products and services as well as new developments in processing and packaging sectors.

“The pharmaceutical industry in India, which is estimated to be worth $ US4.5 billion and grows at about 8 to 9 percent annually, is in fact a driving force behind the growth of processing and packaging sectors,” said Mr. Daara B. Patel, the Secretary-General of the Indian Drug Manufacturers Association. “By attending the event, we expect to be provided an opportunity to see top-of-the-range innovations, to establish network, and to identify industry partners for business matching.”

“Demand from existing and new customers keen to return to ProPak Asia this year is high. The potential of India manufacturers is second to none so that I believe we could perform a lot better,” said Mr. Daara.

Mrs. Supawan Teerarat, Exhibition Director, Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau, or TCEB, said “Backed by the Royal Thai Government’s generous support and the country’s world-class infrastructure for international events, ProPak Asia is sure to be a large pool of opportunities for Indian manufacturers to showcase new developments in the packaging and processing industry in response to the rising regional demand.” TCEB, as a government organization, is very happy to facilitate Indian businessmen in all possibility by offering numerous privileges under the campaign named ‘Extra Night Extra Smile.”The “Extra Night, Extra Smile” incentive was aimed at increasing the number of exhibition visitors at short notice and encouraging them to stay longer in Thailand. For delegate groups that stay three nights or longer, a fourth night would be offered free. In addition, the “Extra Smile” component would deliver special group fast tracking and airport transfers, a complimentary Bangkok city tour by tram car, plus special discounts at leading department stores and entertainment outlets for delegates.

“Thailand is the ASEAN’s centric and the perfect business platform for MICE industry. It is a place where opportunities lie everywhere and are within your reach. TCEB, as the government agency under the supervision of Prime Minister Office, is working dedicatedly to promote the country by hands on all possible supports to the organizers who would like to organize the events in Thailand. With our rendered massive supports, we truly believe that the exhibitions held in Thailand will be executed successfully. This year, Thailand’s MICE industry is expected to attract half a million business travelers, with project revenues of between 41 billion THB and Thailand has an impressive record of growth as an exhibition capital, and in 2010 we expect the sector to grow by p to 10%,” leaves Supawan.

Mr. David Aitken, Managing Director of Bangkok Exhibition Services Ltd, the organiser of this event, said: “ProPak Asia 2010 will feature more international content than any previous edition and justify the claim that it delivers real business for suppliers in Asia and increasingly other developing markets. It will ensure Indian manufactures an impressive visibility to reach out to their target visitors.”

“Despite the long-standing political conflict, optimism is still high. More than 850 technology leaders have already confirmed to join the event and express themselves to more than 32,000 trade visitors from diverse sectors. Food and beverage manufacturing and packing, consumer goods, chemical

industry, brewing and bottling industry, pharmaceutical and cosmetics producers will attend the event this year among others,” Aitken added.

Groups currently being recruited for ProPak Asia 2010 come from Italy, Germany, Japan, Korea, Taiwan Region, UK and USA. No other event in Asia attracts participation from the leading packaging and processing technology associations from these countries and regions.

Innovative solutions on offer range from processing machinery, packaging machinery, code and label printing, flexible packaging technology paper & corrugated box making technology, lab equipment, brewery and beverage technology equipment, fruit juice & dairy technology, pharmaceutical & cosmetics packaging & processing technology, personal care products industry, refrigeration systems to packaging accessories, machine components, material handling and storage equipment.

Addition of that, the knowledge sharing sessions of the show will be conferences, seminars and workshops conducted by a panel of experts and guest speakers from industry associations, each in collaboration with national and international technology institutes.

To view the full list of exhibitors and technology to be seen at ProPak Asia 2010, visit the show’s official web site www.propakasia.com. Companies interested in participating, please contact propak@besallworld.com for more information and registration.