The packaging, aerosol and dispensing systems sector is doing well. Against this backdrop, ADF&PCD Paris 2019 took place on January 30 and 31, 2019 at Paris Porte de Versailles. Organized by Easyfairs Oriex, this new edition brought together nearly 615 French and international exhibitors and recorded more than 8,000 trade visitors treading the aisles of ADF and PCD.
Above all, ADF&PCD Paris remains a highly convivial event, a place where professionals can meet and interact, and network with one another.
Steadily increasing visitor numbers and interest
Another sign of the show's success is its growing international reach, with over 31% international visitors from nearly 80 countries.
A successful gamble, since ADF&PCD Paris 2019 lived up to its promises, with very positive results in terms of the range of products and services presented, the number of trade visitors and the quality of the visitors. ADF&PCD Paris has established itself as the benchmark event and the must-attend annual event at the start of the year in Paris.
"We are delighted with this edition of ADF&PCD Paris 2019, both from a commercial point of view, with a very high level of satisfaction with the quality of the show and the profile of the visitors who attend it, and with the atmosphere based on listening and exchange. As organizers, we are very satisfied with this 13th edition.ème edition of ADF and 15èmeedition of PCD. Finally, I would like to thank all our exhibitors and visitors for their loyalty to this key industry event, stresses Christelle Anya, Director of ADF&PCD Paris and ICON.
Key figures
. 615 exhibitors (73 % for PCD / 17% for ADF / 10% for ADF&PCD)
. 58% of international exhibitors
. 19 600m2net of exposure
. 8,000 professionals gathered over 2 days, including 31% international visitors from 80 countries and 69 % French visitors,
. 50 conferences
Highlights of ADF&PCD Paris 2019
The two days of ADF&PCD PARIS 2019 were punctuated by numerous events. In addition to their discussions with exhibitors, visitors were able to attend a number of highlights that met their expectations. Nearly 50 conferences were held on market topics and trends.
14 Awards, 19 certificates presented at a single ceremony on Thursday, January 31
The ADF&PCD PARIS 2019 Awards honored the sector's most outstanding innovations in front of a large number of professionals.
The PCD Awards ceremony was also officially opened by Michel Guten, former Vice-President of Cartier, former Chairman of Lancel and Founder of the Institut Supérieur du Luxe. In front of an attentive audience, he shared some thoughts and questions for packaging professionals to ponder.
The place to be for innovations and trends
This year's show has also taken a resolute turn towards Made in France, sustainable development and the showcasing of innovations.
ADF&PCD PARIS 2019 showcased the latest innovations and trends in the industry. This year's program was rich and intense, with conferences, meetings and exchanges at the heart of the ITT, the presentation of the Pentawards, the discovery of the Accelerator platform dedicated to start-ups and indie brands, the Imprim'Luxe section, and ICON meetings. Visits organized on the theme of Made in France and the Eco-Tour were a great success. Nearly 120 people registered for the 4 sessions over the two days. Also of note were the press presentations, the cocktail party to celebrate PCD's 15th anniversary - in the presence of LA, a young singer-songwriter artist - which enabled exhibitors and visitors alike to close the first day of the shows on a relaxed, musical note. Nicolas Vial, the famous French press illustrator and painter, was also on hand to immortalize the event and sign Imprim'Luxe brochures.
Official announcement from PLD - Packaging of Premium & Luxury Drinks
PLD has been designed for those involved in packaging for wines and spirits and other premium alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. This first international trade show will provide a platform for inspiration in terms of creativity and technical solutions. To date, over 25 international packaging leaders have committed to taking part in the show, which will be integrated into ADF&PCD Paris from next year.
" We're delighted to have attracted such prestigious companies as Dow Packaging & Speciality Plastics, Knoll Prestige Packaging, Kurz, Pavisa France, Seram, Sleever International to PLD so quickly... The level of interest underlines the strong links between the fragrance and cosmetics packaging community, which already meets at ADF&PCD, and the premium and luxury beverage packaging community, which will meet at PLD. "says Paul MacDonald, Global Packaging Show Manager at Easyfairs.
" This show will enable us to offer professionals a unique event that is richer and more focused on the packaging sector. The complementary nature of these 3 events is a tremendous opportunity for market development. "says Josh Brooks, Development Manager - Packaging at Easyfairs.
ADF&PCD Paris and PLD meet all packaging industry players January 29 and 30, 2020 at Paris Porte de Versailles.
