< Previous40 Food & Drink International www.fdiforum.net SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE optimizing packaging efficiency. Moreover, intelligent labelling systems driven by AI algorithms ensure compliance with industry standards, guaranteeing accurate and up-to-date information on product labels. This comprehensive automation approach not only ensures product safety but also enhances overall productivity and reliability in the packaging process. AI is as big a buzzword in manufacturing as any other sector. The concept of “mass customization” allows consumers to tailor certain aspects of their food products to suit their individual preferences. This heightens customer satisfaction and fosters brand loyalty. Thanks to AI-driven production processes based upon agile manufacturing techniques, production lines can swiftly adapt to changing market demands. AI and Machine Learning technologies made remarkable strides in quality control during food manufacturing. AI-powered cameras and sensors are adept at identifying defects in raw materials, guaranteeing that only the finest ingredients were utilized. Moreover, Machine Learning algorithms can predict potential defects in the final products, leading to a substantial reduction in waste and an overall improvement in product consistency. Growing consumer concerns surrounding food safety drove the widespread adoption of blockchain technology, which provides a detailed record of every step in the manufacturing process, spanning from sourcing raw materials to final distribution. By using blockchain, each stage in the supply chain is recorded in an unchangeable ledger, ensuring complete transparency and traceability. All participants in the supply chain can contribute information, resulting in a comprehensive and reliable account of the product’s journey from its origin to the consumer. This heightened level of transparency instils consumer trust and facilitated faster recalls in the rare instances of contamination. Automation’s influence permeates the entire food supply chain. Smart inventory management systems enable real-time tracking of raw materials and finished products. Automated delivery and warehousing processes further optimized the supply chain, reducing costs and minimizing the potential for human errors. IoT-enabled supply chain management systems offered real-time visibility into inventory levels, enabling just-in-time manufacturing, and minimizing waste. The integration of smart tags and blockchain technology provided enhanced traceability, ensuring transparency and accountability at every stage of the supply chain. This plays a crucial role in facilitating faster and more efficient recalls. From implementing full-scale smart factories to using some IoT enabled equipment, automation’s multifaceted impact pervades every stage of the food production process. The progress made in quality control, traceability, and customization further cemented the newfound relationship between automation and customer satisfaction. As we move forward, it is essential to maintain a delicate balance between the application of automation and the preservation of human expertise. © stock.adobe.com/ShuoFood & Drink International 41 www.fdiforum.net LONDON PACKAGING WEEK L ondon Packaging Week, renowned as one of the premier exhibitions for sustainable and stylish packaging solutions worldwide, will be taking place next month, and tickets are still available for the event. Leading multi-format event organiser Easyfairs is anticipating huge demand, with hundreds of the world’s biggest suppliers and thousands of designers, packaging developers, marketers, founders and buyers relying on the event to drive their innovation and creativity. As a result, Easyfairs is encouraging interested businesses to move now and secure their place at London’s vibrant home for packaging innovation and design. Renan Joel, Managing Director of the Packaging Division at Easyfairs, said: “Packaging, particularly luxury packaging, needs to be experienced, and London Packaging Week will, no doubt, be awash with luxury brand architects dedicated to studying what drives the success of prestige brands.” With over 170 exhibitors expected to pack the ExCel in London on 21 & 22 September and over 5,000 visitors, and 2,000 brands anticipated, top brands in beauty, luxury, drinks and FMCG will be guided through the entire immersive process. LPW goes beyond the traditional exhibition format with bespoke workshops, seminars, and awards that enable attendees to explore the latest packaging developments and learn from industry experts. From material research to manufacturing and finishing processes, the two-day, four-sector showpiece event is fine-tuned to help luxury brand owners leverage the potential that materials have on the perceived value of packaging and, therefore, the brand. “London Packaging Week connects the world’s top beauty, drinks, luxury and FMCG groups with the packaging suppliers, materials and inspiration that will define the future of their brands,” added Joel. “The four events offer brand teams an unrivalled and focused forum to source the latest packaging solutions, meet new suppliers and solve their biggest innovation challenges. “LPW continues to identify the major forces and emerging trends that will reshape the sector over the next decade, mobilising stakeholders with the ideas and agency to facilitate luxury’s ongoing transition toward sophisticated packaging that prioritises environmental commitments while adhering to aesthetic expectations. “With the right approach, materials, design and packaging partner, it’s possible to create luxury packaging solutions that meet consumer desires, are environmentally responsible, and make supply chains and shipping more economical – and the right place to both showcase and discover these innovations is at London Packaging Week.” To register your interest in attending London Packaging Week visit www.londonpackagingweek.com London Packaging Week Taking place on the 21st and 22nd September, London Packaging Week promises to show why packaging matters more now than ever before! 42 Food & Drink International www.fdiforum.net LABELEXPO A imed at label and flexible packaging converters, brand owners and packaging designers, Labelexpo Europe 2023 covers nine halls with over 600 exhibitors across four days. Leading suppliers taking part include ABG, Avery Dennison, Bobst, Domino, Durst, Epson, Fujifilm, Gallus, HP, Kocher & Beck, Konica Minolta, Mark Andy, MPS, Nilpeter, OMET, and Xeikon. Alongside the exhibition, visitors will get the opportunity to attend three expert-led masterclasses organised by The Label Academy, an Automation Arena, and a Flex Pack Trail. The popular educational program will comprise of three half-day masterclasses which will cover wine labelling markets and technology, flexible packaging and sustainable labels and packaging. Additionally, visitors will also get the chance to attend the Dieline Forum, a two-day design conference that will explore the latest trends and innovations shaping the brands of tomorrow. At the Flex Pack Trail, visitors will be able to learn more about digital and conventional press technologies, flexpack material constructions, coating, laminating, ink and curing requirements, in-line and near-line decoration options, QC and migration testing. The Automation Arena features a full ‘lights out’ production workflow, from file creation to digital printing and converting. The participants include CERM, Esko, AVT, Xeikon and Grafotronic. As well as automated setup and inspection of both printing and converting processes, the CERM MIS will collect real-time information via a Cloud portal which visitors will be able to monitor on their own smart devices. CERM will demonstrate printing of closing labels on each roll on the turret rewind. A new feature for Labelexpo Europe is Flexo’s Future – ECG, a series of presentations and guided tours on Expanded Color Gamut (ECG) printing. Daily presentations by renowned ECG Labelexpo Europe 2023 returns to Brussels Expo Registration for Labelexpo Europe 2023, the world’s largest label and package printing technology trade show, is now open. This will be the first time Labelexpo Europe has been held at Brussels Expo since 2019. From 11-14 September, the biennial show will feature hundreds of live demonstrations, product launches, three expert-led masterclasses and special events focused on automation and flexible packaging. Food & Drink International 43 www.fdiforum.net LABELEXPO expert Dr Kai Lankinen will take place on the show floor, examining all aspects of fixed color palette printing, where up to seven inks (CMYK+OGV) are used to reproduce spot colors. Taking place on the first evening of the show, 11 September, is the Label Industry Global Awards ceremony, themed as ‘Crowning the Industry’s Champions’. The awards highlight the key achievements and successes of individuals and companies working in the label and package printing sector. Labelexpo Europe 2023 is again strongly supported and endorsed by trade bodies FINAT, EUWID, Febelgra, SPPES, UNFEA and VskE. An early bird booking discount applies until 25th August. To register, visit https://www.labelexpo- europe.com/ Find out about Innovia Films’ floatable polyolefin shrink sleeve film at LabelExpo Rayofloat(tm) APO and APO-HS (High Shrink) have been designed to be used for shrink sleeve and tamper evident applications, with one goal in mind, to boost the rate of PET bottle recycling and increase circularity. With a density <1g/m3, float when the PET bottle and label are ground up and go through the sink-float separation process during recycling. Their high clarity and controlled shrinkage rate, they ideally placed to replace traditional shrink sleeve materials like OPS, PVC and PET. APO and APO-HS are not only endorsed by the European PET Bottle Platform (EBPB), but also meet the ‘Green’ Design for Recycling guidelines from RecyClass. Tel: +44 (0) 16973 42281 Email: labels@innoviafilms.com Web: www.innoviafilms.com Hall 4, Stand A4744 Food & Drink International www.fdiforum.net SPECIALITY AND FINE FOOD FAIR E ach year the Fair, taking place on 11-12 September at Olympia London, offers independent retailers, multiples, hospitality professionals, wholesalers and more valuable insights and strategies to stay ahead in the dynamic world of fine food and speciality products. In addition to quality speciality food & drink products from around the UK, the Fair will showcase delicious products and businesses from over 30 countries including South Korea, Samoa, Australia and Italy. Visitors will have the opportunity to discover the very latest new products in the Fair’s Start-Up Village, where up- and-coming businesses and innovative food & drink startups will be showcased. A bustling hub at the heart of the Fair, the Start-Up Village will feature over 50 businesses that have been trading for less than two years, including plant-based milk chocolate- coated almond brand Arna Falco, top quality ingredient supplier THE WHITE SALT and small-batch, award-winning liqueur business Liqueurious. This year’s event will also see the launch of the exclusive Power Breakfast, in partnership with Flanders Investment & Trade, for senior industry leaders, which will see Kate Hardcastle MBE, the UK’s leading business expert on consumer insight, sharing her analysis of the current state of the food & drink retail sector. What’s on? Highlights of this year’s speaker programme, taking place in the Trends Theatre, include a session by Waitrose & Partners Innovations Manager Lizzie Haywood, who will be offering five top tips for retail success, and a deep dive into the 2023 Future Food Trends Tracker with Charles Banks of thefoodpeople and Kelly Dowson of F!S Group. Vhari Russell, Managing Director of The Food Marketing Experts, Louis Bedwell, Managing Director of Mission Ventures and Alexander Mair, Founder & Managing Director of All In A Box, will also be joining forces to discuss the current state of NPD, and whether recent product launches are prioritising Speciality & Fine Food Fair 2023 to celebrate all things new in the world of food & drink Speciality & Fine Food Fair 2023, the UK’s leading showcase of artisanal food & drink, will be highlighting new products, inspiring NPD and innovative launches at this year’s event. Food & Drink International 45 www.fdiforum.net SPECIALITY AND FINE FOOD FAIR novelty over the genuine needs of the consumer. Bedwell comments: “Speciality and Fine Food Fair is the leading event in the industry for the discovery of the top brands of tomorrow. The best new brands meet an important consumer need. “As issues of sustainability and health become more important, it’s great to see the benefits of great new product development and how it can solve challenges for both industry and consumer. I’m looking forward to taking part in the discussion.” Also in the Trends Theatre, culinary consultant and chef Steve Walpole will be welcoming a host of industry experts to explore the latest trends, flavours and opportunities in global cuisine and using a range of products from the Fair to cook up some delicious dishes. Walpole will be covering topics including how to celebrate sustainability in the kitchen, going back to basics with natural products, showcasing the best of British, and demystifying Kosher certification for Eddie Edible Ink Printer DTM Print, long-time exhibitor at Speciality & Fine Food Fair, has announced that the direct-to- food printer Eddie has received Kosher (Pareve) certification. This was achieved in collaboration with Kosher Supervisors of Wisconsin, a renowned organization known for its expertise in certifying products as kosher. Eddie’s edible ink meets all EU and FDA standards for use as a food additive and has been kosher certified from the beginning. By undergoing this additional certification, the manufacturer Primera Technology, Inc. distinguishes itself by supplying not only kosher inks but also ensuring that its entire product and production processes meet the strict standards set forth by a certified kosher organization Eddie is the world’s first-and-only GMP and NSF certified edible ink printer that prints directly onto biscuits, candy, donuts, marshmallows, macarons, white chocolate toppers and more. It requires no hand piping, frosting sheets or drying time. Phone: +44 (0)1892 574884 E-Mail: sales@dtm-print.eu Web: https://dtm-print.eu Stand number: 3147 Japanese ingredients. At the centre of the Drinks Cabinet, the Inspiration Bar will see in-depth sessions across the two days from Mixology School providing advice and guidance for visitors looking to make the most of the drinks products they stock. To find out more about everything happening at this year’s Fair, and to register for your complimentary trade ticket, visit specialityfinefoodfairs.co.uk. network with key market leaders. Co- located alongside the Kenyan Hospitality Event the cumulative exhibition will make up three key industry segments to bring together over 2,500 fellow stakeholders and key members from the industry. WorldFood Istanbul 6 - 9 September Istanbul, Türkiye WorldFood Istanbul, which is the international meeting point of the Turkish food industry, is preparing to introduce many new products to the food world with the participation of more than 1,000 brands at TUYAP Fair, Convention and Congress Center between September 6 - 9. PACK EXPO Las Vegas 11 - 13 September Las Vegas, USA You’ll see more innovation in packaging and processing at PACK EXPO Las Vegas than anywhere else on the continent! It’s the show that defines where the industry is headed, with the solutions that define where your Western Foodservice & Hospitality Expo 6 - 8 August Anaheim, USA The 2023 Western Foodservice & Hospitality Expo is better than ever. Have the opportunity to join your peers in experiencing the hottest menu trends, state-of-the-art design and décor, and the best in business education, all while in the presence of hundreds of exhibitors in the restaurant, foodservice & hospitality community. The Kenyan Food Event 5 - 7 September Nairobi, Kenya The Kenyan Food Event (KFE) is the biggest exhibition serving the food and drink industry across East Africa. With the second edition taking place in September 2023 at the Sarit Centre in Nairobi, this industry leading event offers a pivotal platform for those looking for new suppliers, producers and services providers to enhance their business. Meet national and international brands, discover industry opportunities and 46 Food & Drink International www.fdiforum.net Events Food & Drink © stock.adobe.com/ gumpapa Specialty & Fine Food Fair 11 - 12 September London, UK Whether it’s unearthing innovative and inspiring products from exciting new-to-market companies in the Start-Up Village, or debating the latest trends and watching demonstrations on the Trends Theatre, Speciality & Fine Food Fair will allow you to experience the finest products in food & drink in a way that simply cannot be done from sitting behind your desk. The Fair offers up a fantastic opportunity to hear and learn from top specialists, industry disruptors and entrepreneurs. Make sure you visit to condense a year’s worth of product sourcing into an inspiring journey of discovery. business can go. You’ll discover cutting edge packaging technology, processing equipment and supply chain resources you need to: boost sustainability, scale up production, save energy, reduce waste, streamline supply chain logistics, optimize space, make better use of labor, maximize brand impact, provide ease of use, and increase flexibility. © stock.adobe.com/KoonsiriSpecialty Food & Drinks Asia 26 - 28 September Singapore With innovative and inspiring products from the New Product Showcase as well as the latest trends from industry experts, Specialty Food & Drinks Asia provides a refreshing experience of the F&B industry. PPMA Show 2023 26 - 28 September Birmingham, UK PPMA Show showcases the very latest in processing and packaging machinery, robotics and industrial vision systems, coupled with the latest innovations in materials, containers and packaging design. It covers the full spectrum of the industry; including food, beverage, pharmaceuticals, household products and toiletries, building materials and supplies, pet care, micro-brewery and distilleries, FMCG, as well as contract packers and more. Visitors also have the chance to network, source new ideas and solutions, and meet with potential new suppliers, influencers and technical experts, all under one roof. Labelexpo Europe 11 - 14 September Brussels, Belgium Labelexpo Europe is the world’s largest event for the label and package printing industry - with more products, more launches and more live demonstrations! The show will also feature themed areas highlighting fast- growing areas of the industry. Food & Drink International 47 www.fdiforum.net © stock.adobe.com/ Madina London Packaging Week 21 - 22 September London, UK The four events at London Packaging Week (Packaging Première, PCD, PLD, Food & Consumer Pack) combine to create a dynamic and inspirational event that will drive packaging innovation, business and connections at the heart of the UK’s luxury and consumer products markets. Hundreds of the world’s biggest suppliers and thousands of designers, packaging developers, marketers, founders and buyers rely on the event to drive their innovation and creativity. Create the future of your packaging at London Packaging Week. 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