The round table will be from 11.30 – 12.30 and possibility to meet the speakers from 12.30 to 12.45.
Context
The world uses billions of items of packaging every day. Humans have produced 9.1bn tonnes of plastic since 1950 and most of it is sitting in the environment.
The cosmetics industry is not the worst industry but needs to act rapidly to show alternatives that reduce environmental impact, and reflect brand values, so that it cannot be considered a problem industry.
Sustainability is no longer an option, it’s an obligation.
Creezy Courtoy, Founder and Chair of IPF (International Perfume Foundation) will introduce The New Luxury Code and will lead a discussion asking:
- What are the solutions for humans and the environment?
- What will the packaging of tomorrow be?
Speakers
- Creezy Courtoy, Moderator, Founder of IPF (International Perfume Foundation)
- Axel Barrett, Moderator, Chief Editor, BioplasticsNews.com
- Dr Gauvin Hemery, Research and Innovation manager, ABC Texture
- Davide Beneventi, Researcher, CNRS
- Pierre Dinand, Perfume Bottle Designer
- Thomas Joly, Director France UPG
Speakers
Founded by Creezy Courtoy in 1995, The International Perfume Foundation (IPF) is the first organization to preserve the heritage of perfume while advocating for its beautiful future.
Pierre Dinand inspired generations and is the most prolific designer with the creation of more than 1,000 perfume bottles since 1959 and amongst them the most beautiful contemporary art packaging. Everyone remember Yves Saint Laurent’s Opium, Dior’s Eau Sauvage, Calvin Klein’s Eternity, Calvin Klein’s Obsession, Paco Rabanne’s Calandre…
About PCD
Packaging of Perfume Cosmetics and Design (PCD) started in Paris in 2001 with 25 exhibitors and 515 participants.
This event creation was driven to answer the cosmetic market, which is rapidly changing and is projected to grow at $344bn by 2021 (Ibis), specific need to meet together around the packaging which is a key part of a product.
Developed in close collaboration with brands, PCD is THE targeted event for buyers, decision-makers and influencers, gathering the leading suppliers from the industry.
A free-to-attend programme of inspiring and technical seminars, engaging show features and networking opportunities, offers the tools you need to revitalise your packaging, increase brand awareness and boost your sales.
PCD is the meeting place for the perfume and cosmetic packaging industry focusing on innovation, high quality products & technical content.