DIC Asia Pacific (APAC) continues to strengthen its presence in the region by actively participating in prominent industry conferences. In August 2024, DIC APAC made impactful contributions at both PRINTCON 2024 and the Flexible Packaging & Label Manufacturers Association (FPLMA) Conference.
1. DIC PH Participates in PRINTCON 2024: A Gathering of Print, Design, and Business Experts
From August 15 to 16 2024, PRINTCON 2024 brought together printers, designers, and small business owners for the first Paper and Print Conference aimed at fostering growth within the print ecosystem.
PRINTCON 2024 featured a range of insightful topics, including the intersection of AI and print, sustainable design, workforce development, packaging trends, and transitioning from freelance work to registered businesses. Hosted over two days, the event attracted 750 visitors, many of whom were business owners. This provided DIC PH with excellent networking opportunities, generating valuable leads and connections.
David Robins and Ryo Kawanabe, representing DIC PH, presented on Sustainability in the print industry, adding to the event’s forward-thinking discussions.
David Robins, Regional Sales & Marketing Manager
Ryo Kawanabe, Regional Marketing ManagerThe conference proved to be an ideal platform for exploring new creative ideas, understanding the impact of emerging technologies, and promoting collaboration within the industry.
2. DIC Participates in FPLMA 2024: Navigating New Frontiers in Flexible Packaging
On August 29-30, 2024, DIC Asia Pacific proudly took part in the annual Flexible Packaging & Label Manufacturers Association (FPLMA) conference and exhibition, held in Melbourne, Australia. With the theme “Navigating New Frontiers,” the event provided an excellent platform for industry leaders to exchange ideas, explore innovative solutions, and discuss the future of the flexographic printing and packaging sector across Australia and New Zealand.
Event Highlights
The two-day conference featured several thought-provoking sessions aimed at addressing the challenges and opportunities in the flexible packaging sector. The FPLMA 2024 conference covered sustainable materials, profitability vs. sustainability, advancements in flexo printing, consumer packaging trends, legislation impacts, and custom solutions like sustainable inks and digital printing, all aimed at driving circularity in flexible packaging.
DIC’s Contribution to the Conference
DIC’s Regional Sales & Marketing Manager, David Robins, was invited to speak at the conference on the topic of Sustainable Inks.
His key message: “DIC has been a proud and longstanding sponsor of the FPLMA Conference and Awards, and this year was no exception. The conference featured an outstanding lineup of speakers and saw increased levels of participation, making it an exciting and relevant event that supports the future of our industry. Congratulations to all the award winners, as well as to Vince Sedunary, Anthony Dalleore, and the FPLMA committee for orchestrating such a successful event. Personally, it was a great honor to speak at the conference and to be surrounded by so many individuals who are passionate about the future of our (packaging) industry.”
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DIC APAC will continue to champion sustainable practices and cutting-edge solutions in more printing conferences onward, positioning itself as a driving force in the APAC region’s dynamic and evolving industry landscape.
