Business packed with technology. POWERED BY: In partnership with: United Nations Industrial Development Organization East African Community Ministry of Industrialization and Enterprise Development Government of Kenya
New show, new markets, new opportunities. From September 9 to 12, 2014, Nairobi will host East Afripack 2014 a prestigious not-to-miss event dedicated to Processing, Packaging and Converting technology in the EAC area (Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda). With a population of 230 million (including the bordering area of Ethiopia 2011 data), EAC is a region with great potential, ready to produce some extremely interesting growth scenarios for companies operating in the industry. The exhibition is the result of an agreement signed in Vienna in July 2012 by UNIDO, Ipack-Ima and EAC to the end of promoting industrial development in the East African Community through processing and packaging technology. A milestone partnership testifying to Ipack-Ima s increasing commitment in promoting these technologies worldwide. To companies supplying technology as well as processing, preservation and packaging systems, East Afripack provides a key opportunity to get in touch with companies seeking technological upgrade in a rapidly expanding region where after-harvest food losses and the safe preservation of both food and non-food products pose a crucial challenge. Processing, packaging and converting suppliers are therefore called to play a primary role in the EAC area, due to the high-quality technology demand. Powered by Ipack-Ima Spa, Italy s leading organizer of international exhibitions in partnership with UN agency UNIDO, the East African Community and Kenya s Ministry of Industrialization and Enterprise Development, East Afripack is designed to become the standard-setting event for the innovation and technological development of SMEs. The show benefits from the support of a Steering Committe gathering the industry s top stakeholders (companies supplying and using food & non-food technology, retailers, Chambers of Commerce, certification bodies and Universities). East Afripack 2014: an exhibition looking ahead to new horizons. To bring business where no other can reach. Country Population(.000) 1 REAL GDP growth Rate 2 REAL GDP Million US $ Burundi 8.575 4.2% 1,243 Kenya 41.610 4.4% 17,334 Rwanda 10.943 8.6% 4,231 Tanzania 46.218 6.4% 11,396 Uganda** 34.509 5.9% 8,794 EAC 141.855 43,000 Ethiopia*** 84.734 2011 data (1) Source African Development Bank: African Economic Outlook (AEO) 2012 (2) Source East African Community: East African Community Facts and Figures - 2012 **Rates for Uganda were computed using GDP in local currency ***For cultural, political and economic influence on EAC World wide supporters China Light Industry Machinery Association China Food & Packaging Machinery Industry Association Indian Flexible Packaging and Carton Manufacturers Association Institute of Packaging Machinery Manufacturers of India U.S. Commercial Service United States of America Department of Commerce Food Processing Suppliers Associations - USA Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Institute - USA African Packaging Organisation World Packaging Organisation
UNIDO s marketing research: buyers ready to invest. SMEs face enormous competition for their products and recognize that quality processing and packaging are effective ways to become and remain competitive: this is what emerged from a market research* Ipack-Ima commissioned to UNIDO to the end of designing an event in line with market needs. The study was intended to explore the current state, needs and challenges of the processing and packaging industry in EAC. The research, the first one carried out in tis area, shows a strong and urgent propensity to invest in technology. Technological advancement as a basis for competitive development is perceived as a crucial step to be taken in the short term. This makes East Afripack the perfect place to meet a knowledgeable, influential public. MOST RELEVANT REMARKS 63% 21% Percentage of respondents 92% 78% 70% 92% 76% Plan to invest in the next 3 years to expand manufacturing activities Are certified to a management systems standard Of companies package their own products Plan to invest in packaging equipment over the next 3 years Will make the investment in packaging equipment to improve the company s packaging quality Of interviewed are inclined to upgrade their system Are willing to contract out the packaging segment of their production line to a contract packager to improve packaging quality 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 Converting & Printing technology suppliers of EAC Region INDIA CHINA CHINA ITALY *Research conducted by UNIDO in December 2012 involving questionnaires sent to 990 EAC companies GERMANY 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 Packaging technology suppliers of EAC Region INDIA ITALY GERMANY USA CANADA CANADA USA
Competitiveness happens through technological innovation at East Afripack 2014. East Afripack showcases a wide-ranging product and service display, unique by quality and represented technology. The processing, packaging and converting world meets in the exhibition halls of the Kenyatta International Conference Center. Exhibitors & visitors target Exhibitors profile. PACKING AND PACKAGING TECHNOLOGY. LIQUID FILLING & BOTTLING TECHNOLOGY. PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY. PACKAGE PRODUCTION & PRINTING FOR PLASTICS & PAPER. MATERIALS & CONSUMER PACKAGING. LABEL TRACK & TRACEABILITY. MATERIAL HANDLING & LOGISTICS. SYSTEMS AND COMPONENTS FOR AUTOMATION. SERVICES Visitors profile Key food industries Grain Based Food Dairy Products Beverage Vegetable & Fruit Fresh & Convenience Food Confectionary Key non food industries Pharmaceuticals, Health & Personal Care Chemicals - Industrial & Home Industrial & Durable Goods Co-packer Center Retailers PACKAGE MANUFACTURERS PACKAGE PRINTERS CONVERTERS
The Kenyatta International Conference Centre. East Afripack 2014 will take place in the exhibition halls of the Kenyatta International Conference Centre, an icon and landmark venue in Kenya located in Nairobi s central business district. A cutting-edge, functional location, perfect to conduct business and conveniently close to all the main hotels, it hosts small- and large-scale national and international events. floor plan lenana & aberdares tsavo ballroom office centre - conference rooms Main entrance courtyard A special exhibition area will be reserved to Fruitech Innovation, dedicated to fruit&vegetable technology manufacturers from post-harvest to consumers tables. Fruitech Innovation is part of an integrated network of international exhibitions designed for business development, which includes a one day conference in Milan in 2013 as well as East Afripack 2014 and IPACK-IMA 2015.
A good mix of promotional channels is the best mix for success. A full calendar of roadshows, presentations, conferences and seminars discussing sustainable packaging has already been scheduled in order to give the different publics involved the opportunity to fully appreciate the features of the event, the potential offered by the EAC market and to see first-hand the technological level on display at East Afripack 2014. June 3-4, 2013 Kigali, Rwanda International conference on Sustainable Packaging for Competitiveness and Development of SMEs in EAC Region. 2014 Uganda, Burundi, Tanzania Roadshows, presentations, conferences, seminars. In addition to these major events, East Afripack is supported by an intensive international marketing program based on an effective mix of tools: - A specialized business community sharing data and market analysis - A multi-language, constantly updated website - Direct marketing actions for a one-to-one communication - Advertising on the world s major trade publications - Periodical newsletters detailing the latest news about the exhibition - Press releases providing updates and heads-ups - Invitations to selected, highly qualified international buyers An event-packed stage. Conventions, meetings and much more. East Afripack 2014 features an agenda packed with events designed to discuss today s hottest issues in the industry and the potential of a rapidly developing market. Visit the website www.eastafripack.com to know the full program and to be constantly updated.
Easy to Exhibit. In order to make participating in East Afripack 2014 even easier, special solutions are available to both visitors and exhibitors: - All-round assistance for incoming exhibitors and buyers - Buyers matching program - Assistance in shipping goods, reception at destination and customs clearance - Possibility for exhibiting companies to rely on temporary offices in Nairobi before, during and after the event - Customized exhibiting formulas designed to maximize visibility and cost-effectiveness - Comprehensive travel packages (air travel, transfers,hotel accommodation) To provide the best service Ipack-Ima has opened a representative office in EAST AFRICA: Ipack-Ima Rep. Office Rickshaw Travels Kenya Ltd Eva Mirie e-mail: ipackima-ea@rickshawtravels.com M: +254 (0) 788 805532 Download the application form from www.eastafripack.com book your stand area today! Raw area fee e 300,00/sqm* Stand 2 open sides e 1.500,00 * Corners increase for privileged position: Stand 3 open sides e 2.000,00 * Stand 4 open sides e 2.500,00 * Registration fee for stand holder e 750,00 * Registration fee for each represented company e 150,00 * Co-exhibitor e 1.000,00 * *VAT not included Ipack-Ima is Italy s leading and among the world s most important organizers of exhibitions specializing in packaging and processing technology. With a worldwide network of representative offices, a well-established promotional system and partnerships with the world s top event organizers, Ipack-Ima supports companies in planning every stage of their participation in an exhibition in order for them to get the most out of it. www.ipackima.it
The International Network: East Africa (Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda) Ipack-Ima Rep. Office Rickshaw Travels Kenya Ltd. Mrs. Eva Mirie E-mail: ipackima-ea@rickshawtravels.com Mobile: +254 (0) 788 805532 Fax: (+254-20) 3750032 Germany, Austria, German Switzerland Messe & Marketing Michael Pittscheidt Mr. Michael Pittscheidt E-mail: info@pittscheidt.de Tel. +49 (0) 2253 932188 Fax +49 (0) 2253 932488 China Mrs. Song YuanWei E.mail: centrexpo@aliyun.com Tel: +86 10 64645951 Fax: +86 10 64645962 India IPMMI (Institute of Packaging Machinery Manufacturers of India) IFCA (Indian Flexible Packaging and Carton Manufacturers Association) Mr. P V Narayanan E-mail: ipmmi01@gmail.com E-mail: pffca01@gmail.com Tel: +91 22 25003334 Turkey Onemedit Danismanlik ve Ticaret Ltd. Sti. Mrs. Bilge Tabanca E-mail: btabanca@onemedit.com Tel. +90 216 4134289 Fax +90 216 3314703 USA and Canada Ipack-Ima Rep. Office c/o Kellen Company Mr. Patrick Farrey E-mail: pfarrey@kellencompany.com Tel: +1 (630) 596 9008 Fax: +1 (630) 544 5055 Contacts Ipack-Ima spa Corso Sempione, 4-20154 Milan (Italy) E-mail: ipackima@ipackima.it T: +39 023191091