Abbey launch new inspiration

10 – 11th November sees a new venture for Abbey – combining forces with leading Dutch merchant Proost en Brandt to show their full range of speciality materials for the packaging market along with key presentations on issues within the industry today, bringing together leading experts:

Monique Willemse of MoMoKo,

Market trends in packaging

Which specific green requirements do you think your client has? What are the future growth markets? Which innovations and new trends can result in a competitive advantage for you? Our first speaker: independent vision developer/trendwatcher Monique Willemse Momoko Visions Trends Concepts focuses on some of Europe's most exciting emerging trends related to your business.

Koen Verplancke of M-Real,

Microflute for Offset Processing

What are the requirements and processes for offset printing onto Microflute material? Who gains from offset print on corrugated materials – is it printer, designer or brand owner? Our second speaker: Koen Verplancke of M-Real, discusses not only these points, but also gives an insight and tips to achieving quality printing on corrugated materials

Nina Happonen of M-Real,

FSC®, PEFC and sustainability

What is sustainability? What is the impact of packaging on the environment and what other ways are there of producing less waste? Our third speaker: Nina Napönnen of M-Real, examines consumers opinions on the different aspects of packaging, the comparison of corrugated versus plastics and the benefits of PEFC and FSC®.

The event will be held at the famous Graphic Design Museum in Breda Holland on Wednesday 10th November, and is open from 13.00 to 18.00 and then on Thursday 11th November, from 10.00 to 15.00. This roadshow is by invitation only so if you do wish to attend please contact Monique.vandeWoestijne@proost.nl. The invite will also give you free access to the museum and complimentary food and drink will be served throughout the event.

Other products on show such as Microflute materials for offset printing, Display materials for screen and digital, Coloured and textured corrugated materials, Barrier boards for food packaging applications are all available in more detail in our resource centre.