The PACKINNOVE LYON 2024 business convention brought together professionals from the agri-food sector, food safety experts, packaging specialists and CSR consultants to share their knowledge, experiences and innovations.
Several conferences and workshops were scheduled over these two days.
The conference on food safety culture addressed how it can be a performance driver for food safety management systems, covering maturity assessments, performance indicators, and action plans. Another presentation focused on water resource management, detailing the actions taken by the CTCPA to implement water conservation plans, with valuable lessons learned.
Strategies for characterizing Listeria monocytogenes isolates have been explored.
Highlighting the importance of these techniques for environmental monitoring in food processing facilities, this session explained how these strategies can help detect and control the presence of Listeria at production sites.
The event also highlighted digitalization and modern technologies.
A case study on the digitalization of packaging creation and validation processes at Rians demonstrated how a single data source can reduce errors and review time. Furthermore, concrete examples illustrated the integration of QR codes on packaging to improve traceability, customer experience, and compliance with future standards.
Recent innovations and regulations were another highlight of the convention.
An analysis of the legislation in force since 2023 on the reuse of packaging explained the obligations for producers and the types of packaging concerned. Furthermore, a discussion on the new requirements of food safety standards will explore how companies can turn these constraints into opportunities.
The event also addressed innovative solutions for disinfecting surfaces, air and water in agri-food sites, highlighting the effectiveness and ecology of ozone disinfection.
GEPPIA was also present with a stand
It was an opportunity to discover and exchange ideas about the innovations and solutions proposed by its members.
The PACKINNOVE LYON 2024 business convention was an exceptional opportunity to expand your knowledge, network with experts and peers, and build valuable professional relationships. It was the perfect occasion to stay up-to-date on the latest trends and challenges in the agri-food sector.