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Two AIP Training Courses head to New Zealand: Understanding the Fundamentals of Flexible Packaging & The Future of Flexible Packaging Design

The Australasian Institute of Packaging (AIP) will be offering not one, but two globally recognised mini training courses on the 4th of September at Foodtech Packtech New Zealand at the Auckland showgrounds. All attendees will receive a Certificate of Attendance and also 6 points per course towards attaining the global Certified Packaging Professional (CPP) designation. Please book your place at either one, or both of the training courses.

WHEN: THURSDAY 4th SEPTEMBER 2025

Course 1: Understanding the Fundamentals of Flexible Packaging

The ‘Understanding the Fundamentals of Flexible Packaging’ training course will cover the basic fundamentals of flexible packaging, its benefits, how you chose the specific structures to match the product, its performance, marketing challenges and how the packaging is manufactured. Leading the way in packaging innovation, flexible packaging adds value and marketability to food and non-food products alike. From ensuring food safety and extending shelf life, to providing even heating, barrier protection, ease of use, resealability and superb printability, the industry continues to advance at an unprecedented rate. The lifecycle attributes of flexible packaging demonstrate many sustainable advantages. Innovation and technology have enabled flexible packaging manufacturers to use fewer natural resources in the creation of their packaging, and improvements in production processes have reduced water and energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions and volatile organic compounds.

Course 2: The Future of Flexible Packaging Design

With global focus still pointed heavily at curbing plastic waste (and plastic packaging waste in particular), the future of flexible packaging is multi-faceted and diverse- just like this mini course. Attendees will be presented with an overview of the industry and what is driving changes in the category both locally and abroad, including considerations surrounding food waste, emissions, legislation, and on-pack labelling requirements.

OBJECTIVES
• To understand the important role that flexible packaging plays in the supply chain.
• To learn about the various flexible packaging materials that can be utilised for more sustainable outcomes.
• To understand the key tailwinds driving the flexible packaging industry and the relevant obligations of brand owners and packaging suppliers in the short-medium term.
• To understand the challenges and opportunities that exist with the recycling and processing of soft plastics.
• To discover the vast resources available to brand owners and suppliers to support them through the ever-changing landscape of flexible packaging.

Book your place today https://aipack.com.au/event-registration/?ee=470