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Smithers, a global leader in events, market intelligence, consulting, testing, and compliance services, is pleased to announce that Sustainability in Packaging Asia 2026 will take place on June 3–4, 2026, in Singapore, delivered in a hybrid format.

The conference will showcase Smithers’ global expertise in packaging and provide a focused, in-depth examination of sustainable packaging practices across the rapidly evolving Asia region. As sustainability becomes an increasingly strategic priority for brand owners and packaging stakeholders, the event will deliver high-value insights, practical case studies, and forward-looking perspectives on the future of packaging in Asia.

Driven by rising sustainability awareness and supportive government policies promoting environmentally responsible packaging solutions, the Asia Pacific packaging market is expected to see significant growth opportunities in the coming years. Sustainability in Packaging Asia 2026 is designed to help industry leaders navigate this evolving landscape and translate sustainability commitments into actionable strategies.

The event will convene senior decision-makers and experts from across the packaging value chain—including packaging manufacturers, brand owners, regulators, and environmental organisations—to address key industry challenges and opportunities, with discussions covering the following topics:

• Practical guidance on regulatory compliance and implementation in Asia and beyond, including PPWR, EPR and the Global Plastics Treaty etc.

• Sustainable material innovations, including paper-based packaging, EPS alternatives, PCR plastics, flexible packaging, and lightweighting

• Sustainable barrier coatings

• Paper vs plastics

• Moulded fibre packaging

• Recycling vs composting

• Reuse/refill

• AI-enabled solutions

• Real-world case studies and success stories

• Circular economy initiatives and collective action to improve recycling outcomes

• Green finance, market adoption of sustainable materials, and consumer willingness to pay

Confirmed attendees include industry leaders and senior representatives from Unilever, Siegwerk, Nestlé R&D Switzerland, McKinsey & Company, Mars Wrigley, Beiersdorf, Coca-Cola Europacific Aboitiz Philippines (CCEAP), YUTOECO R&D Institute, CIRCPACK by Veolia, and many more.

Sustainability in Packaging Asia 2026 will serve as a critical platform for dialogue, knowledge exchange, and collaboration, enabling organisations to better understand regional dynamics, share best practices, and accelerate the transition toward more sustainable packaging solutions across Asia.

For more information about the event and registration details, please visit  https://www.sustainability-in-packaging.com/sustainability-in-packaging-asia