PACKAGING China 2008 (China International Processing, Packaging Machinery & Equipment Industry Exhibition, 2008)
The Chinese Packaging industry has been enjoying swift growth for years. The output value of the industry has reached RMB 410 billion, ranking third in the world, second only to USA and Japan. At present, the Chinese packaging industry is in the critical period of transformation.
It is estimated that the total output value of Chinese industry will run to RMB 450 billion, with an annual growth rate of 7% during the "11th Five-year Plan" period. From 2011 to 2015, the total output value will exceed RMB 600 billion, with an annual growth of 16%. With the rapid development of Chinese economy and upturn of living standards, demand on microwave, convenience, and chilled food has been continuously increasing, which will drive the demand for food packaging.
PACKAGING 2008 is currently the rapid-growing packaging trade show in Chinese market. It mainly targets at solid food processing and packaging industries and covers buyers form personal care & cosmetics, chemical, pharmaceutical markets as well. PACKAGING 2008 will be held from 24-27 Sep 2008 in Beijing China International Expo Center, new hall.
The last event, PACKGING 2007 has been successfully held at 12-14, June in Shanghai new international expo center with a strong presence of 341 exhibitors and more than 13,000 visitors.