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The 11th edition of AMI's international Multilayer Flexible Packaging conference will take place on 19-21 November at the Austria Trend Savoyen, Vienna, Austria.

Flexible packaging is a dynamic and constantly evolving market, and worldwide, the way in which consumers view and interact with packaged products is changing. With a growing focus on convenience, value and sustainability, traditional packs continue to be substituted for innovative and flexible options designed to meet emerging consumer needs.

Multilayer Flexible Packaging 2018 will provide a unique opportunity to hear from a panel of international experts on the latest trends, technologies and innovations in raw materials to end use applications. The conference will bring together companies from across the flexible packaging value chain, from raw materials to retailers, offering a dynamic forum to debate and exchange ideas with industry peers and potential customers.

The three-day programme will cover the latest technical developments and market trends in this dynamic sector. The conference sessions will be complemented by a focused table-top exhibition and plenty of networking opportunities, including an evening cocktail reception and the conference dinner.

Register today!

Attending, Exhibiting and Sponsoring at Multilayer Flexible Packaging 2018

For further information about attending the event, taking a table top exhibition space or sponsoring the conference with one of our unique marketing packages, please contact the Organiser Jasmine Coles:

Email: Jasmine.Coles@ami.international
Tel: +44 (0) 117 314 8111

Presenting a paper is an excellent opportunity to showcase your knowledge and your company's experience. As a speaker, you would also receive free admission to the conference and networking cocktail reception.

Previous speakers have represented the entire supply chain including Mars, Nestle, Kraft Heinz, Amcor, Constantia, Mondi, Wipak, Wrigley, Mondelez and many more. The 2017 programme can be viewed here.

Papers are invited on all aspects of multilayer films including:

Consumer and retail requirements of packaging films in food and non/food applications
High barrier film developments
Flexible packaging material selection and requirements
Converting, printing and finishing innovations
Properties of multilayer films, such as sealing ability and barrier
Regulations and trends affecting the film packaging industry
Film processing technology and machinery
Testing and quality control
Sustainability and recycling of flexible packaging

Speakers have a 30 minute slot, including 5 minutes for questions. As a speaker you can attend the conference and receive a copy of the conference proceedings free of charge.

The deadline for sending an offer of a paper is 16th March 2018. Please send a short abstract and paper title to Jasmine Coles, Conference Organiser before this date.

Contact details
For more information about this event please contact

Jasmine Coles, Conference Organiser
Email: Jasmine.Coles@ami.international
Tel: +44 (0) 117 314 8111

REGISTERING FOR THE CONFERENCE

To register, simply complete the registration form and return to the Organiser Jasmine Coles.

Multilayer Flexible Packaging 2018 Registration Form

You will receive booking confirmation by email with further details, including venue and accommodation information. Invoices and/credit card payment links will be sent separately within 7-14 days.

Delegate fees include:

Admission to all conference sessions
Admission to the exhibition area
Admission to the Networking Cocktail Reception
Refreshments and lunch on both days
A copy of the printed conference proceedings
Access to electronic versions of the conference papers for one month after the event

GROUP DISCOUNTS: Please note discounts may be available for companies wishing to register two or more delegates at the same time.

For further information on attending, exhibiting or sponsoring the conference please contact the Conference Organiser, Jasmine Coles:
Email: Jasmine.Coles@ami.international
Tel: +44 (0)117 314 8111

AMI events are more than just arenas for listening and networking. They also represent highly-targeted opportunities to enhance your image and to promote your products and services to an international audience.

Make a lasting impact on AMI´s senior management audiences and become an official sponsor at the Multilayer Flexible Packaging 2018 conference! From coffee breaks to conference bags, we have options to suit all budgets.

To see available sponsorship options, a price list or for a formal quote, please contact Jasmine Coles at Jasmine.Coles@ami.international

WHY SPONSOR AN AMI EVENT?

By being an integral part of our highly precise marketing campaign, your brand will benefit from exposure to industry contacts and potential customers. Not only do we promote our events to our extensive databases via direct mail, but also target new customers through advertisements in our on-line magazines. In addition to this, hard copy brochures will be mailed to thousands of potential delegates across the globe.
During the conference the high visibility branding on offer will create a lasting impact with our delegates, which will increase awareness of your company’s products and services among key industry players and prospective clients.
Sponsoring will allow you to network with your future customers and expand your business opportunities. Our technical and high value conferences attract senior level delegates from all over the world, and attract participants covering all aspects of the supply chain.

We are on hand to help find you the most suitable package, or tailor them to fit your needs. Contact the event organiser Jasmine Coles to secure your sponsorship package now:
Email: Jasmine.Coles@ami.international
Tel: +44 (0) 117 314 8111

Running alongside the conference, the exhibition is an excellent way to enhance your business opportunities, providing the ideal setting to promote your company and its products to an international audience of an extremely high calibre.

Why exhibit at an AMI event?

With so many delegates in attendance, having an exhibition space will make it easy for attendees to find you
An A4 profile of your company will appear in the printed proceedings given to all attendees
Display new and existing products on your stand for delegates to browse during networking breaks
Hand out brochures and promotional items from your stand, not just your business card!

The exhibition upgrade includes:

One exhibition space in the networking area (including one table, 2 chairs and a power supply)
An A4 profile of your company in the printed conference proceedings

Exhibition spaces are a popular, low-cost option for promoting your company and are allocated on a first come-first served basis, so booking early is recommended to secure your preferred space.

To book, simply contact the Conference Organiser, Jasmine Coles with a completed registration form:

Multilayer Flexible Packaging 2018 Registration Form

Email: Jasmine.Coles@ami.international
Tel: +44 (0)117 314 8111

How can I register?

There are 3 ways you can register for our event:

1) By email: send your details to Jasmine.Coles@ami.international

2) Over the phone: contact the organiser on +44 (0)117 314 8111

3) By fax: Simply fill in the registration form with your details and fax it back to +44 117 311 1534.

We will send you a confirmation on receipt of your registration.

Can I register online?

Online registration is not yet available. Please refer to the question “how can I register” to see what methods are available to you.

What does the registration fee include?

The registration fee includes attendance at all conference sessions, the Networking Cocktail Reception, lunch and refreshment breaks on both days, and a set of conference proceedings.

Do I need to book my accommodation directly?

All attendees are responsible for booking their own accommodation for the conference. A limited number of discounted rooms have been reserved for attendees at a rate of €140 for a single and of €160 for a double room including breakfast and Wi-Fi until 19th October 2018. Delegates can book their accommodation online via our dedicated booking link:

www.austria-trend.at/book/MULTILAYER-FLEXIBLE-PACKAGING-FILMS

Alternatively, you can contact the Reservations Department directly stating that you are attending "AMI's Multilayer Flexible Packaging 2018":

Tel: +43 (0) 1 206 33 0
Fax: +43 (0) 1 206 33 9110
Email: reservierung.savoyen@austria-trend.at

How can I pay?

1) You can arrange a bank transfer quoting 'Your Invoice Number and A/C No'. or 'Applied Market Information Ltd. - Multilayer Flexible Packaging 2018' to:

Account Name:          Applied Market Information Ltd.
Account Number:       06814077
Bank Sort Code:        556138
SWIFT:                     NWBKGB2L
IBAN:                       GB63 NWBK 6072 0306 8140 77

Bank Address: Natwest Bank, 16 The Plain, Thornbury, Bristol BS99 5HD, United Kingdom

2) You can pay by credit card: Visa/Mastercard

Do I get a refund if I cancel my participation?

We will give you a full refund, less an administrative charge of €300 if we receive your cancellation prior to the 21st September 2018. Thereafter we regret that no refunds can be made.

Please note that refunds will not be given on exhibition upgrades, sponsorship packages or Conference Dinner places.

Can my colleague replace me if I cannot attend the conference?

Yes, delegates may be substituted at any time, with no charge.

Can I get a group discount?

Bookings of 2 or more delegates made together may be eligible for a group discount. Please contact Jasmine Coles on Tel: +44 117 314 8111 or Email: Jasmine.Coles@ami.international

If I cannot attend, can I obtain the presentations given at the event?

Yes, the conference papers are available for sale after each event in the following formats:

PDF copies - €400*

Please contact Jasmine Coles at Jasmine.Coles@ami.international to place your order.

*VAT may apply

What if I cannot attend an AMI event because of bad weather, industrial action, sickness or bereavement?

Unfortunately AMI cannot take responsibility for such problems. We recommend that you ensure that your travel plans leave you enough spare time to cope with weather delays or industrial action and that your travel insurance policy will recompense you for any financial loss that you suffer as a result of being unable to travel for other reasons. Remember that if you cannot attend an event then you can always send a colleague in your place at no charge.

Do I need a visa to enter a country where AMI is holding an event?

It is entirely possible that you may need a valid visa to enter a country where AMI is holding an event. This is especially the case for individuals attending our events and holding non-European passports. We recommend that at the time of booking you check the visa requirements with the embassy of the host country in your home location. We are unable to give refunds to delegates who cannot attend conferences because they fail the visa requirements of the country concerned.

Does the conference programme ever change?

AMI always does its utmost to avoid changes in advertised conference programmes. However it is a fact of life that from time to time amendments have to be made as a result of changes to speakers’ circumstances or corporate change. Remember that you can always check with our conference staff on the latest status of any conference programme.

Can I give a paper at an AMI Conference?

Naturally AMI welcomes offers of papers for presentation at our conferences provided such papers meet our quality and relevance requirements. Within each conference heading you will find a section on ‘Call for Papers’, which tells you what to do if you want to offer to present a paper at a specific conference.

I would like to suggest a new conference

We would love to hear from you. Contact the Conference Organiser, Jasmine Coles at Jasmine.Coles@ami.international

I have another question that has not been answered

Please email it to the Conference Organiser, Jasmine Coles who will do her best to answer it Jasmine.Coles@ami.international

Booking your accommodation

The conference will take place at:
Austria Trend Hotel Savoyen
Rennweg 16
1030 Vienna
Austria

Tel. +43 1 206 33 0 Fax: +43 1206 33 9110

Delegates are responsible for arranging their own hotel accommodation whilst attending the conference. However, AMI have reserved a limited number of rooms for delegates at the Austria Trend Savoyen Hotel, at the rate of €140 for a deluxe single room or €160 for a deluxe double including breakfast, Wi-Fi and taxes.

To reserve a room please click on the link below:

www.austria-trend.at/book/MULTILAYER-FLEXIBLE-PACKAGING-FILMS

Please note the cut-off date for the bedroom booking at the special room rate is the 19th October 2018. Therefore please book your room as soon as possible.

Please do not accept offers from companies claiming to be calling on behalf of AMI to help you book your hotel. We do not book accommodation on behalf of attendees and recommend you book directly with the hotel as above.

Travel Information

The Austria Trend Savoyen Hotel is located in the heart of the Diplomatic Quarter, about 10km from Vienna international airport.

Directions to the hotel

Westautobahn (A1) motorway: towards the centre of Vienna as far as Karlsplatz - continue straight to Schwarzenbergplatz - cross this square and make a right onto Rennweg

Südautobahn (A2) motorway taking the exit for the Vienna city centre - keep straight on Triester Strasse until you reach

Matzleinsdorfer Platz - take the right lane onto Wiedner Hauptstrasse and continue until you reach Paulaner Gasse, where you will take a right - continue to the traffic light - make a left onto Favoriten Strasse - the right lane will take you to

Schwarzenbergplatz - cross this square and make a right onto Rennweg

Ostautobahn (A4) motorway: exiting for the centre of Vienna - along Schüttelstrasse as far as Urania building / Aspernbrücke bridge - make a left across Aspernbrücke bridge and continue straight along Stubenring - keep on Ringstrasse until you reach Schwarzenbergplatz - turn left and cross the square onto Rennweg

By public transport: S-Bahn station Rennweg, U4 Karlsplatz, tramway 71 and 0

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19 - 21 November 2018, Austria Trend Hotel Savoyen, Vienna, Austria