23 January, 2025, Leiden
PACtalk 2025 is the exclusive event focusing on the themes of circular economy and sustainability. Rob Verhagen, sustainability director at OPACKGROUP, is an active contributor to this event. The event is organized by Verpact, the Dutch interest group for packaging companies and producers. During PACtalk 2025, policy makers, directors and consultants will be inspired by various visionaries and leaders who have set their vision for the future. This event will take place on January 23, 2025 at Naturalis Biodiversity Center, Leiden. Want to know more about this event? Send an email to event@verpact.nl.
Source: Verpact website
28 – 31 January, 2025, Essen
IPM Essen at Messe Essen, the world’s leading trade fair for the horticultural sector. Here, companies come together to present the latest innovative technologies and sustainable solutions. OPACKGROUP presents the new sustainable packaging solutions for growers and distributors. Visit us from January 28 – 31, 2025 in Hall 3, 3B13 and discover the innovations of OPACKGROUP. The specialists will be happy to assist you.
Source: Schuchrat Kurbanov/MESSE ESSEN
5 February, 2025, Utrecht
This year NRK’s New Year Event will take place on February 5, 2025 in Mereveld, Utrecht. Rob Verhagen, sustainability director at OPACKGROUP and chairman of NRK Verpakkingen, will make an active contribution to this special event. The event will look back at the dynamic year 2024 and focus on a sustainable future of the packaging industry. CSRD is also a key focus for reporting in 2025. During the event, there will be room to attend the seminar around CSRD. Have you become enthusiastic? Then register quickly via the NRK website, as there are only a few places available.
4 – 6 March, 2025, Paris
The JEC in Paris is the largest international trade fair for the composites industry. This event showcases the latest innovations and applications in composite materials. Plasthill presents the sustainable and innovative solutions for composite materials. From March 4 – 6, 2025 in Paris-nord Villepinte, discover how Plasthill’s innovations contribute to a strong and green future in composite technology.
4 – 6 March, 2025, Rotterdam
The sixth edition of the Go Circular Business Summit will take place in Rotterdam from March 4 to 6, 2025. This leading event brings together plastics industry professionals to discuss the major challenges and innovations in plastic circularity. Rob Verhagen, sustainability director at OPACKGROUP, is one of the speakers and will share his insights on the future. For more information and registration, please visit the website using the button below.
11 March, 2025, Wageningen
On March 11, 2025, Wageningen University & Research is organizing the event ‘Sustainable Packaging for the Food Industry’. This event provides professionals from the food industry, trade, retail and logistics with insights and practical knowledge about packaging in a sustainable way. One of the speakers is Rob Verhagen, sustainability director at OPACKGROUP and chairman of NRK Packaging, he will speak about the role of packaging in the entire value chain. For more information and registration, please visit the website using the button below.
20 March, 2025, Leeuwarden
The seventh edition of the National Circular Economy Conference will take place on March 20, 2025 in Leeuwarden. During this conference, the Circular Awards 2025 will be presented, recognizing innovative and sustainable initiatives. The LambWeston Biobased packaging has been nominated for one of these awards. This packaging demonstrates the commitment to developing sustainable packaging solutions and contributes to a circular economy. Rob Verhagen, sustainability director at OPACKGROUP also plays an active role in this effort. For more information for the conference, please visit the website using the button below.
Source: Versnellingshuis Circular Awards 2025
27 March, 2025, Giessen
An additional seminar will take place on March 27 at Oerlemans Plastics in Giessen, where we will take a closer look at the new PPWR (*Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation) legislation. This legislation focuses on reducing packaging waste, promoting recyclability and encouraging reusable and recycled materials in packaging. At this private seminar for customers, we will offer comprehensive information on the latest updates and how we make our manufactured packaging meet the requirements of this legislation. Would you also like to attend this seminar? Then send an e-mail to merijn.bos@opackgroup.com.
2 – 3 April, 2025, Den Bosch
The Empack is the largest packaging exhibition in the Netherlands, bringing together professionals from the packaging sector. This year the Empack is taking place in Den Bosch, in the Brabanthallen. During the Empack, OPACKGROUP will present the latest sustainable and innovative packaging solutions. Discover from April 2 – 3, 2025 how OPACKGROUP’s packaging solutions contribute to a circular packaging industry and comply with the new upcoming European regulation.
3 – 8 May, 2025, Frankfurt
At OPACKGROUP, we develop sustainable packaging solutions that contribute to a circular economy, with a focus on efficiency. By collaborating with leading manufacturers of packaging machines, we integrate high-quality materials and technologies for optimal performance in the packaging process. From May 3-8, we will present our innovative, sustainable packaging for the meat and meat substitute markets, among others, at the IFFA trade fair in Messe Frankfurt. From the broad product portfolio, this edition we are paying special attention to recyclable shrink film and advanced machine integration.
10 – 12 June, 2025, Amsterdam
Greentech Amsterdam is a trade fair for horticultural technology. Experts in this field show the latest trends, innovative solutions and technologies in horticulture. Oerlemans Plastics presents the latest sustainable cultivation foils and packaging materials developed through intensive cooperation and tailored to the specific needs of horticulture. Visit us from June 10 – 12, 2025 in the RAI Amsterdam at our stand. The specialists will be happy to assist you.
Source: Greentech library
7 – 13 May, 2026, Düsseldorf
The Interpack is one of the world’s largest packaging exhibitions, where the latest technologies and innovations within packaging processes and materials are shown. At the Interpack in Düsseldorf, OPACKGROUP presents sustainable packaging innovations. OPACKGROUP develops innovative and sustainable solutions with functionality and quality. Discover from May 7 – 13, 2026 at Messe Düsseldorf how OPACKGROUP contributes to a future-proof industry.
