China Rebound Boosts Packaging Market

ProPak China 2010, the country’s premier processing and packaging technology trade show will again be the focus for consumer goods and all product manufacturers in China and internationally.

Shanghai, 7^th May 2010 - Following the uncertainty of 2009, China started 2010 with an astonishing 11.9%, year on year growth in the economy for the first quarter of 2010. Consumer demand has replaced exports as the engine of growth, with Chinese consumers spending more than in the USA over the last 12 months. This new consumer driven economy is fueling demand for foods, beverages, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, household chemicals and other consumer products. Creating an increase in demand for the processing and packaging industry that serves FMCG manufacturers. ProPak China 2010, the country’s premier processing and packaging technology trade show will again be the focus for consumer goods and all product manufacturers in China and internationally when the show returns to Shanghai for its 16th edition from 14-16 July 2010 at Shanghai New International Expo Centre.

The rebound of the economy and surge in Chinese manufacturing is reflected by record demand for space at ProPak China 2010. According to the organizer, China International Exhibitions a total of 31,625sqm of space has been reserved for the show this year, representing 10% more area then at the 2009 event and offering displays of technology and innovative products from more than 500 companies from 23 countries and regions. Vicky Leung, Assistant Sales Director for ProPak China stated “some specialist sections of the show, particularly liquid product technology are already sold out”. “We have many more companies this year offering new packaging solutions for the fast growing liquid product market, particularly technology used in packaging of fruit juices, mineral water and beverages”. “Processing and packaging technology for dry goods manufacturing including snack food and pharmaceuticals has also seen significant growth”. Ms Leung added, “the annual growth of ProPak China, attracting more companies every year, will again in July 2010, offer the widest range of international and Chinese made processing, packaging and end line printing technology of any event worldwide”.

China is already the world's second largest packaging market next to US, and is expected to generate sales of RMB1.2 trillion by the end of 2010. Industry needs to closely follow the trends of the China market for their impact on the packaging industry worldwide. High-energy costs and calls for environment friendly packaging around the world have also resulted in strong growth rates for this sector in China. Sustainable packaging, a fast-growing segment in the global packaging industry will grow to 32% of the total packaging market in China by 2014, up from just 21% in 2009. (Sourced from China Packaging Network). Industry seminars by the Shanghai Food and Drugs Administration; Shanghai Beverage Industry Association; China Food Industry Association; Brewing Industry Committee and Food Logistics Committee at ProPak China 2010 covering Government regulations and market trends offer a unique insight into this dynamic market.

International support is once again very strong for ProPak China 2010. National and regional pavilions with a range of the latest technology innovations are returning from Germany, Korea, Taiwan Region, UK and USA. New this year are pavilions from Italy and Japan. The largest participation is from leading Chinese companies. “This year, ProPak China is proud to have participation from strategic partners including Beijing Macwell, Shanghai Macwell, Jinyi, Soontrue, Jiangsu Newamstar and Youngsun”. “These leading brands have committed to support ProPak China for the long term ensuring this expo remains the premier showcase for processing and packaging technology in China” commented Vicky Leung.

Many new international exhibitors and well recognized brand names are joining ProPak China 2010 to offer new and a wider range of technology for Chinese customers. ABB, will showcase the latest technology on robots and automation; ExxonMobil industrial lubricants, Taghleef for packaging film; Thermo Fischer inspection and safety technology; Habasit and Fredriksons for conveying machines; Hitachi and KGK on end-line label printing; Toyo Jidoki Co., pre-made pouch filling equipment; while Fuji Electric will offer solutions for sensor automation technology to name a few.

The full list of exhibitors and products to be seen at ProPak China 2010 may be found in the Advance Buyer’s Guide section of the show web site . All interested visitors are invited to pre-register online at the web site and print off your visitor badge in advance.

About the organiser
China International Exhibitions Ltd, a member of Allworld Exhibitions has been organizing events in China since 1981. Their programmes of events include some of Chinas' premier exhibitions for their specialist industries. The Calendar of exhibitions includes those for food & beverage; hospitality & retail; packaging; processing; pharmaceutical technology; brewing technology; woodworking technology; furniture manufacturing and accessories; wood & wood products. For more information, please visit

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