ProPak Philippines Does Biggest Trade Event of 2024

A total of 200 local and international corporations have set up shop at the World Trade Center in Pasay City, Philippines today for the 4th installment of the International Processing and Packaging Trade Event hosted by ProPak Philippines. This event will only run until the 2nd of February so if you havent gone there yet, you better bring your best people and see how you could benefit with industry leaders and packaging experts so those products you have would look the part once it goes out of your plants, and into customer doors. Aside from that, it's a chance to learn from those who are doing it, especially in the fields of processing and how you could take advantage of different technologies.

The event is set to attract over 10,000 people, and international suppliers would certainly welcome you to connect with them in the areas of food, manufacturing, retail and other related industries.They also have different seminars on location. The Country General Manager of Informa Markets Ms. Rose Chitanuwat says "This will be a year that would be beneficial for MSME's to have them access the latest in packaging and processing. This includes how to reduce waste, in different stages of manufacturing.

There will be over 40 workshops and seminars, but will also have lectures about how to make it all sustainable and follow strict standards. If you want to know more, make sure to visit propakphilippines.com or go to the World Trade Center to catch the event as it is still happening. 

ProPak Philippines Starts 4th Edition This Month

ProPak Philippines is getting their engines running for the 4th International Processing and Packaging Trade Event this coming January 31st to February 2nd at the World Trade Center in Pasay City, Philippines. This is their 4th time doing it and this means there's a lot to learn with industry trends, business connections to make and starting of investments and opportunities in the country. They will also be having various companies showcase their products, do workshops for the public that would be beneficial for local and international corporations.

The press conference was attended by Ms. Rungphech Rose Chitanuwat Country General Manager for Informa Markets - Philippines, Ms. Blesila A. Lantayona the Undersecretary for Regional Operations Group Department of the Trade and Industry, Engr. Higinio Porte Jr. the President of the Philippine Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association, Ms. Julieta Austria the President of Philippine Association of Food Technologists Inc., and Mr. Ustadz Alex M. Sultan, PhD the President of Halal International Chamber of Commerce and Industries of the Philippines Incorporated.

Ms. Rungpek says "This will be our 4th edition, the 4th time we are holding ProPak Philippines in the country. There were over 50 seminar sessions from 40 speakers from around the world in the past ProPak. We are doing this because there is big potential in the Philippines. The Philippines is more into MSME and we are partnering with Thailand industries to give more options for sustainable packaging, like what the Philippines is doing in paper products. This is also free of charge, and there will be entertainment, plus various business innovations you can adapt from the show."

Ms. David from DTI ROG says "We are excited for the partnership we have in the event, the one town one Philippines is perfect for this. ProPak is aligned with our programs, it is a commitment of helping MSME's in the next three years. It is up for more growth, and they will showcase in different pavilions more ways to do product development, in transformative and we support this all the way!"

Engr. Porte Jr. of Pascual Laboratories shares "The industry is growing. Much of it though is still with foreign brands, it increased even before the pandemic. Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam have programs to help their local manufacturers and I wish the same would happen in the Philippines. Our raw materials are expensive because they are imported. The packaging materials also have the same fate. The market is big, and it is still growing. From cardiovascular, diabetic, oncology and mental health medicines, it has grown in demand even during the pandemic. We have r&d for natural and synthetic ones, do logistics and distribution, manufacture and partner with government agencies."

Ms. Austria of the PAFT says "Exhibitions like these serve as knowledge exchange and best for professionals and stakeholders. We are glad to be able to participate and share our expertise for the advancement of food technology in the country."

Mr. Ustadz Alex Sultan shared a lot of Halal pointers in consumer goods and says "As one of the Halal certification bodies in the Philippines, we prove products and services are free from harmful substances. Halal is for all and not just for Muslim only. It is very simple, if it is Haram, then it is not Halal. There is a global market for it. It promotes healthy living, organic, demands cleanliness. Thank you to ProPak as we partnered with them last year. We believe we can't run alone, we need to do that for everyone. They have been so enthusiastic in providing us a lot of products and manufacturers, and partner with them. We will be there for a seminar too."

ProPak Philippines is also going to be bigger this year. They will be occupying three halls as there will be over 200 exhibitors and 10,000 people to attend the event. This will be beneficial for MSME's and entrepreneurs. Plus more sessions facilitated by AIP Institute of Packaging, the DOST, Philippine Board of Investments and Philippine Printing Technical Foundation, Production and Operations Management Association of the Philippines, the Philippine Association of Food Technologists Inc. and the Halal International Chamber of Commerce and Industries of the Philippines and UP. 

If you want to be part of it, just get in touch with Danah Castillo via danah.francisco@informa.com or their direct line +632-85811921.

Beko Sale Happening at Automatic Center in ATC and Market!Market!

Looks like shoppers in the south would be in for a surprise this week as Beko gets you deals and surprises in physical stores of Automatic Center in Alabang Town Center and Market!Market!.

 

From August 26 to 31, you can score huge discounts on Beko appliances like the Beko fridges, Beko’s Side-by-Side Inverter Refrigerators (the GNO5231XPPH only costs Php 40,792). The electric cooking ranges like Beko’s 60cm Freestanding Electric Cooker with 4 Hotplate Burners (FSM66100GX) now only costs Php 28,891. If you're tasked with laundry, there's an 8.0kg Top load Fully Automatic Washing Machine (model number WTLI080SP) which you can now get for Php 10,792. If you want a 10.0kg Frontload one that is Fully Automatic and has got a ProSmart Inverter Motor, it only costs Php 39,992 if you're raring for an even better deal.

They promise to also spruce up the place making everything into a festive mood while the sale is happening for consumers just on these dates. Beko Air Fryers are also up for grabs for those who take a selfie at the event, so really, there's a lot of things to look forward to til the 31st. Take the trip down south to Automatic Center Alabang Town Center and Market!Market! to get savings and discounts if you're looking for European appliances which are now available in the Philippines!