The 6th ProPak Philippines kicked off today at the World Trade Center Metro Manila under the theme "Consumer-Conscious Innovation: Driving Global Competitiveness and Sustainability," marking a watershed moment for the Philippines' top international processing and packaging trade show. The opening ceremony received unprecedented government and business backing, with over 250 companies exhibiting from both domestic and international markets and a projected 10,000 visitors over the three-day event.
Strong Government Leadership Drives Industry Transformation
The opening ceremony was graced by distinguished government officials, including Dr. Renato U. Solidum Jr. from the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), Assistant Secretary Daniel Atayde for Logistics from the Department of Agriculture (DA), Ms. Anidelle Joy Alguso, Deputy Director General for Finance and Administration from the Philippine Economic Zone Authority, Mr. Jeremiah C. Reyes, Chief-of-Staff of the Department of Trade and Industry - Office of the Secretary, highlighting the strategic importance of the processing and packaging sector to national economic growth and food security.
Industry Leader Highlights Market Opportunities and Growth Potential
During the ceremony, Rose Chitanuwat, Country General Manager of Informa Markets Philippines, shared interesting insights into the rapidly increasing processing and packaging market.
"The processing and packaging industry in the Philippines is experiencing unprecedented growth, driven by evolving consumer demands, e-commerce expansion, and sustainability imperatives. This sector represents opportunities that extend beyond traditional manufacturing to encompass innovation, technology transfer, and sustainable development. The convergence of consumer consciousness and technological advancement is creating new market segments and business models that position the Philippines as a regional hub for sustainable packaging solutions. What we're witnessing is not just industry growth, but industry transformation. Companies that embrace consumer-conscious innovation today will lead tomorrow's markets, capturing both domestic opportunities and export potential in an increasingly sustainability-focused global economy." ~Rose Chitanuwat, Country General Manager of Informa Markets Philippines
Government-Industry Collaboration Energizes Market Dynamics
The event highlights the powerful collaboration between government partners and industry stakeholders, resulting in an environment that drives innovation and market development. This collaboration injects new vitality into the processing and packaging markets through coordinated policy support, R&D activities, and strategic investment facilitation.
Comprehensive Exhibition Floor Addresses Critical Industry Themes
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