With a keynote presentation from Mintel’s Global Packaging Director David Luttenberger, there can be no doubt that this year’s AWA IMLCON™ & IMDCON™ conference will be strongly focused on the widening market for in-mold labeling and product decoration. To be held 18-19 May in Washington DC, the conference is the industry’s only totally-dedicated event, and a ‘must attend’ option for all concerned in the value chain.

 Market Profiles

David Luttenberger will give his views on ‘what’s up next?’ in terms of trends in food packaging – a key focus in the IML arena. His presentation follows a real-time IML/IMD industry survey conducted with delegates, and the presentation of the results, as well as an overview of the broad labeling market presented by AWA President and CEO Corey Reardon.  

 Technology Innovations

Innovations in technologies, from the TruVue® plastic can to Xeikon digital print technologies, partner a wide spectrum of supplier presentations, concurrent in-depth sessions on in-mold labeling and in-mold decorating, and a financier’s view of global consolidation in packaging and labels from Thomas Blaige of Blaige & Company.

Leadership & Innovation Awards

The event also features the announcement and presentation of the AWA IML Leadership and Innovation Award 2017 to the winner. Last year’s Award went to – a well-known and respected industry commentator and writer Clare Goldsberry.

Complementary Exhibition

Partnered by a supplier tabletop exhibition and extensive networking opportunities for participants, AWA IMLCON & IMDCON is sponsored by leading companies in the industry – platinum sponsors Yupo Corporation and gold sponsors ADS, Sonoco, Taghleef Industries, Treofan, and Xeikon.   Full details of the program are available on the AWA website, www.awa-bv.com, where it is also possible to register for the event online.