Tuesday 17 – Wednesday 18 June, 2008
Dorint Praha Don Giovanni, Prague, Czech Republic
Biodegradable Plastic
Packaging
Including presentations from:
Two day IntertechPira conference
Sponsors:
Book before 16 May 2008 and
get 10% off the conference fee!
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Biodegradable Plastic Packaging
Reasons to attend
Tuesday 17 – Wednesday 18 June, 2008
Dorint Praha Don Giovanni, Prague, Czech Republic
Listen to Ruth Andrade, Inspirational
Environmental Officer of Lush
presenting the retailer’s perspective on
sustainable packaging
Hear Tim Barbary of Kimberley Clark
assess routes to packaging purchasing
decisions
Go beyond polymers – Martin Kay of Pira
International will lead you through an
innovative approach to using renewable
power for renewable polymers
Get up to date with brand new
developments and applications in
biodegradable packaging by the market
leaders
Understand what true sustainability
means for packaging, biodegradable or
not
about the conference
We're all aware of the need to be greener, more sustainable and more
environmentally responsible and this year, this topic's been on consumer's lips
more than ever before. The packaging, and particularly plastics, industry has
always had bad press for it's role in environmental polution so we have to work
even harder to both create functional attractive products that don't harm our
planet, and also rebuild our reputation.
There are a wealth of technologies available to plastic packagers to help them
solve this difficult problem but implementation difficulties, costs and logistics
have always been a barrier. However, with the volume of the world bio plastics
market set to grow by 22% (to 11961 tonnes) by 2011*, the potential rewards
for those who can overcome the hurdles are huge.
Building on the success of the 2007 event, IntertechPira’s Biodegradable
Plastic Packaging conference will this year present how and what
‘biodegradable’ means to real packaging sustainability. Global experts will
assess the markets and opportunities for bioplastics, determine the end of life
mechanisms available for packaging whilst leading brands communicate the
future for packaging, as they see it.
In addition to all this – an array of market leading names in biodegradable
packaging will be presenting the most recent developments in materials and
how to incorporate biodegradable materials into a wider strategy for pack
minimisation. If you’re involved in the packaging industry, either as a buyer or
supplier, Biodegradable Plastic Packaging is an essential date for your 2008
diary! Achieving sustainability is complex, so don’t miss out on this opportunity to
address the simplest and best ways to achieve it.
*Source IntertechPira Bio Plastics market report
conference info
Venue details
The beautiful Dorint Don Giovanni Prague Hotel is a
delightful, deluxe property located just 30km from Prague’s airport,
and is within walking distance of the Zelivskeho underground
station, from which guests can access every part of historic,
romantic Prague. At the Dorint Don Giovanni Prague Hotel, guests
enjoy a high level of service and comfortable accommodation.
Each spacious, comfortable guest room is tastefully decorated in
warm colours with modern furnishings, and all rooms are fully
equipped to meet the demands of the 21st Century.
Dorint Praha Don Giovanni Hotel
Vinohradska street 157
Prague 3 – Vinohrady
Czech Republic
Tel: +420 226 201 910-13
www.dorint–hotels.com
Accommodation
Delegates are responsible for organising their own travel and
accommodation. A limited number of rooms have been reserved
for conference delegates wishing to stay at the Dorint Don
Giovanni Prague Hotel at a reduced rate. Wherever possible
accommodation should be reserved by 16 May 2008 as rooms are
subject to change after this date. To book your accommodation,
please contact Origin Events on:
T: +44 (0)845 301 9002
E: info@originevents.co.uk
Please quote ‘IntertechPira conference’ as a reference when booking.
Conference fees
The conference fee includes entry to the conference sessions and
the exhibition, full documentation, lunch and refreshments.
However, fees do not include delegate travel and accommodation.
All credit card orders are processed at that day’s £/$/€ exchange
rate at the time the transaction goes through. Please see note in
Step 3 for further details.
PLEASE NOTE: Credit card details will be necessary if your booking
is made less than 10 working days prior to the start of the
conference, or if your invoice remains unpaid at the start of the
event.
Cancellations
Cancellations will be accepted and fees will be refunded (less
20% handling charge) only if made in writing and received ten
working days before the event. Bookings cannot be cancelled or
fees refunded thereafter. Substitutions may be made at any time,
please notify Natalie King on +44 (0) 1372 802164,
or natalie.king@pira-international.com
Note
IntertechPira does not accept liability for any loss of or damage
to the personal effects of delegates attending the conference.
IntertechPira reserves the right to cancel, defer or modify the
event proceedings without prior notice. If you have sent a booking
to us but not received joining instructions at least one week prior
to the event please contact Jo Stone on +44 (0) 1372 802044, or
jo.stone@pira-international.com
Visas
Delegates requiring visas should request a visa invitation letter
from IntertechPira at the time of registering for the event,
ensuring sufficient time is left for applications to be completed.
Delegates are then responsible for contacting the
relevant/appropriate embassy themselves. IntertechPira can do
nothing further to assist in this process.
Biodegradable Plastic Packaging
Day one – Tuesday, 17 June, 2008
08:00
Registration and refreshments
09:00
Opening remarks from the Chair
Harald Kaeb, Chairman, EUROPEAN
BIOPLASTICS, Germany
10:25
Markets, opportunities and challenges
Forecasting growth and development in
bioplastics packaging
• Key challenges for the biodegradable plastics
packaging market
• Market development and policies in Europe: a
timeline
• Drivers and barriers for bioplastics packaging
• Future outlook for commercialising bioplastics
for packaging applications
Dr John R Williams, Technology Director,
NNFCC, UK
11:00
Morning refreshments
11:25
Sustainable packaging and waste
management: a retailer’s perspective
• What is sustainable packaging?
• Innovation vs cost
• Understanding environmental impacts and
making the right choice
• Designing for recovery: thinking about disposal
routes for your packaging
Ruth Andrade, Inspirational Environmental
Officer, LUSH, UK
RETAILER
PERSPECTIVE
09:50
Bioplastics and the packaging industry: an
overview
• What are bioplastics?
• What are biodegradable plastics?
• What relationship do they have, if any?
• How does one identify and quantify bio
content, biodegradability?
• The International Standards in this space?
• Bioplastics and carbon footprint and the use of
LCA tools in reporting on the carbon and
environmental footprint?
Dr Ramani Narayan, Professor, MICHIGAN
STATE UNIVERSITY, US
12:00
BRAND OWNER
PERSPECTIVE
9:10
New market opportunities for
biodegradable plastic packaging
• Global markets for biodegradable plastic
packaging
• New market opportunities and the role of
innovation in generating business
• Consumer perceptions of eco-packaging across
markets
• Case study: working with M&S to develop
consumer friendly packaging
• Long term future of the packaging industry
Kishan Khemani, Chief Technology Officer,
PLANTIC TECHNOLOGIES, Australia
A consumer products perspective
• Kimberly-Clark’s sustainability initiatives
• Kimberly-Clark’s sustainability challenges
• Is biodegradable plastic packaging the right
solution for Kimberly-Clark?
Tim Barbary, Purchasing Manager,
KIMBERLY CLARK, UK
12:35
Market research on consumer’s
perspectives of bioplastics
• Understanding consumer perspectives
• What brands and packaging manufacturers
can learn from such research
• Key indicators and implications
Peter Ettridge, Sustainable Packaging
Development Manager, AMCOR FLEXIBLES
– FOOD, UK
13:10
Lunch will be served to all speakers and delegates
14:30
Renewable power for renewable polymers
• Research project into discovering green energy
solutions for degradable polymers
• Key findings
• Implications and challenges for the industry
Martin Kay, Consultant, PIRA
INTERNATIONAL, UK
15:05
Reaching environmental sustainability...
beyond biodegradable plastics
• Options for calculating the environmental
impact of your packaging
• Critical factors and advice for accurate
calculation
• Case studies of previous analyses
• Developing a life-cycle strategy for your
packaging
• Coupling the use of biodegradable plastic
packaging with innovation in the supply chain
Jonathan Cohen, Business Manager
Sustainable Materials, DUPONT DE
NEMOURS, Switzerland
BRAND
OWNER
PERSPECTIVE
15:40
Driving sustainability from the brand
• Standards and requirements for bio-packaging
• Supply chain management
• The benefits and challenges for the brand
Speaker from a leading Brand
16:15
Afternoon refreshments
16:40
Design challenges for bioplastic packaging
• Challenges for competition with traditional
plastic packaging
• Outline of improvements in technical
specifications
• Packaging design innovation for bioplastics
• Future design requirements for industry success
Speaker TBC, INNOVIA FILMS, UK
PANEL DEBATE
17:15
The future for biodegradable polymers
in FMCG within a wider sustainability
strategy
• A selection of experts from around Europe will
discuss the potential for bioploymers with
special consideration for alternative
technologies and methodologies.
17:45
Closing remarks from the Chair
18.00
Drinks reception and networking
Focus on networking
Hearing from peers both in your field of expertise and outside is central to success in
any industry. Packaging is no different and at Biodegradable Plastic Packaging
you will have two great opportunities to develop partnerships and borrow expertise at
the pre-registration drinks reception on 16 June at the venue hotel and at the
main conference drinks reception on the 17 June – make sure you’re part of it!
Exhibition and sponsorship opportunities
A range of sponsorship and exhibition based packages are available to organisations
looking to develop their business within the biodegradable plastics sector. Participation at
the Biodegradable Plastic Packaging conference will demonstrate your organisation’s
expertise in these markets and raise your corporate profile amongst senior decision-makers
in leading international companies. For more information on how this conference can
benefit your company, please contact Natalie King on +44 (0) 1372 802164,
natalie.king@pira-international.com ahead of the curve.
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Biodegradable Plastic Packaging
Day two – Wednesday, 18 June, 2008
08:30
Registration and refreshments
09:00
Opening remarks from the morning Chair
Tim Barbary, Purchasing Manager,
KIMBERLY CLARK, UK
10:20
Waste and logistical issues
09:45
Achieving real sustainability for packaging
– a hard truth?
• Understanding the entire life cycle – how
recycling just doesn’t add up
• Challenges for degradable and compostable
packaging
• A distributor’s perspective: A potential solution
Barry Twigg, CEO, NATIONAL FLEXIBLE LTD,
UK
Waste minimisation and the role of
bioplastic packaging: an overview
• The EU Waste Directive: legislation on
packaging and packaging waste – an update
• The role of recycling in minimising waste: some
facts and figures
• Meeting the requirements with biodegradable
plastic packaging
• Future regulatory developments and industry
action
Steffano Facco, New Business Development
Manager, and Marco Versari, Marketing
Director, NOVAMONT, Italy
10:55
11:25
12:00
CASE STUDY
09:10
12:35
End of life management for biodegradable
plastic packaging
• Types of bioplastics, recovery options and drivers
• Global trends and capabilities for bioplastic
recovery by region
• Difficulties and progress in integrating bioplastic
material recovery into traditional waste disposal
and recovery infrastructure
Bruno de Wilde, Lab Manager, BIFFA,
Belgium
13.40
Opening remarks from the afternoon Chair
Dr Ramani Narayan, Professor, MICHIGAN
STATE UNIVERSITY, US
13:50
Innovation update and new markets for PLA
• The importance of sustainable innovation
• Recent innovation and new markets for PLA
• Consumer perceptions on Natureworks and
biodegradable plastic packaging
• Case studies for responsible packaging
Mark Vergauwen, Regional Manager
Europe, NATUREWORKS, Netherlands
New developments and innovation
14:25
Biodegradable polymers from a chemical
manufacturer’s point of view
• BASF’s biopolymer business strategy
• Emerging markets and applications for
biodegradable polymers
• Future challenges and applications
Dr Jens Hamprecht, Head of Global Business
Management – Biodegradable Polymers, and
Dr Andreas Künkel, BASF, Germany
Oxy-degradable plastics
• An overview of the oxy-biodegradable
packaging market
• The benefits of oxy-biodegradables over other
biodegradable plastics
• Latest developments in oxy-biodegradable
plastics and predictions for the future
Michael Stevens, Technical Director,
SYMPHONY, UK
15:00
Update on the pyrolysis project and the
conversion of petrochemical plastics into
biodegradable plastics
• Background on pyrolysis of plastics
• Project update
• Commercial viability, interest and progress
• Impact on the bioplastic industry, and potential
cross-industry applications
Dr Kevin O’Connor, Senior Lecturer,
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE DUBLIN, Republic
of Ireland
15:35
Closing remarks from the Chair and end of
conference
Morning refreshments
Cellulose acetate film
• Overview of the development and applications
for the cellulose acetate film
• Brand owner case study: Cellogas
• The future for cellulose acetate in the
biopolymers market
Kevin Parker, Technical Service Executive,
CLARIFOIL, and Steve Middleton, Sales and
Marketing Director, CELLOGLAS, UK
Lunch will be served to all speakers and delegates
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Biodegradable Plastic Packaging
Early bird offer!
Tuesday 17 – Wednesday 18 June, 2008
Dorint Praha Don Giovanni, Prague, Czech Republic
Including presentations from:
Amcor Flexibles – Food
BASF
Hear what previous conference
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Biffa
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Book before 16 May 2008 and save 10%!
'Well organised and an interesting
and knowledgeable set of speakers
that really enthused about their
topics'
Reckitt Benckiser
Biodegradable Plastics in
Packaging Applications 2007
Lush
Michigan State University
National Flexible Ltd
Natureworks
NNFCC
'It was a very good opportunities
to see all different points of view'
Natura
Biodegradable Plastics in
Packaging Applications 2007
Novamont
Pira International
Plantic Technologies
Symphony
University College Dublin
'Very interesting and useful'
Aston University
Recycled Plastics in
Packaging 2007
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