The longest-running pouch conference, featuring a line-up of industry leaders, makes plans for next in person event in June 2022.

Attendees gained insight on flexible packaging sustainability, brand success stories and more through nearly two days’ worth of education and networking at the event. From the opening keynote to a special panel discussion on materials for standup pouches, sustainability and the future of flexible packaging recyclability were two topics discussed to at least some extent in nearly every presentation. 

In this special eBook, we invite you to review some of the top presentations from this past year’s Global Pouch Forum, as well as check out other insightful pouch-related editorial to broaden your understanding and knowledge of this fast-growing packaging format.

Now celebrating its 20th year, the Global Pouch Forum will be held June 14-16 at the Intercontinental Hotel in Miami, FL. Known for its strong educational agenda, excellent networking opportunities and extensive flexible packaging exhibition space, the forum attracts a large attendance each year.

Karlville and Synaptik have reached an agreement for U.S. distribution of g-SCAN Coat Weight Measurement system, which uses infrared technology to read, in real time, the adhesive coating weight that is being applied on printed, aluminium or metalized films with a precision of 0.01 g/sqm.

Tejas Bhatt discusses the Institute of Food Technologists' guidance document on best practices in food traceability for bakery, dairy, meat and poultry, processed foods, produce, and seafood.

Watch and learn about what is in store for the April and May issues of Packaging Strategies.

Natural and organic food trend driving manufacturers to find innovative alternatives for use of preservatives