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India Packaging Paper and Board Conference 2026

29 - 30 September, 2026
Mumbai, India
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Agenda

A carefully designed agenda focused on insight, relevance, and meaningful industry dialogue.

A Curated Programme for Industry Leaders

Designed to deliver strategic insight, global perspectives, and meaningful engagement, the agenda brings together leaders across the packaging value chain.

India Packaging Paper and Board Conference 2026

09:00 am – 10:00 am

Opening Remarks & Inaugural Address

An introduction to the conference, setting the context for the evolving packaging landscape and highlighting the continued relevance of traditional industry players.

10:00 am – 11:00 am

Session I: CEO Panel

The Current Landscape of India's Packaging Paper & Board Industry

A high-level discussion featuring industry CEOs on market dynamics, growth outlook, challenges, and strategic priorities.

11:00 am – 11:15 am

Networking Break

Tea & Coffee

11:15 am – 12:45 pm

Session II: Rising Demand

E-commerce Expansion and Growth in Food Packaging

An exploration of how e-commerce and the food sector are driving demand for paper-based packaging, including evolving consumption patterns and supply chain implications.

12:45 pm – 13:45 pm

Networking Break

Lunch

13:45 pm – 15:15 pm

Session III: Evolving FMCG Needs

Impact on Paper & Board Packaging Demand

A focused session exploring how evolving FMCG trends—such as convenience, sustainability, and changing distribution models—are reshaping demand and opportunities for paper and board packaging.

15:45 pm – 17:00 pm

Session III: Trade Policies & Market Dynamics

Impact, Challenges, and Industry Expectations

A discussion on global and regional trade policies, regulatory environments, and their implications for the industry.

17:00 pm

Networking

Tea & Coffee

Agenda

India Packaging Paper and Board Conference 2026

Day 1 Agenda
09:00 am – 10:00 am

Opening Remarks & Inaugural Address

An introduction to the conference, setting the context for the evolving packaging landscape and highlighting the continued relevance of traditional industry players.

10:00 am – 11:00 am

Session I: CEO Panel

The Current Landscape of India's Packaging Paper & Board Industry

A high-level discussion featuring industry CEOs on market dynamics, growth outlook, challenges, and strategic priorities.

11:00 am – 11:15 am

Networking Break

Tea & Coffee

11:15 am – 12:45 pm

Session II: Rising Demand

E-commerce Expansion and Growth in Food Packaging

An exploration of how e-commerce and the food sector are driving demand for paper-based packaging, including evolving consumption patterns and supply chain implications.

12:45 pm – 13:45 pm

Networking Break

Lunch

13:45 pm – 15:15 pm

Session III: Evolving FMCG Needs

Impact on Paper & Board Packaging Demand

A focused session exploring how evolving FMCG trends—such as convenience, sustainability, and changing distribution models—are reshaping demand and opportunities for paper and board packaging.

15:45 pm – 17:00 pm

Session III: Trade Policies & Market Dynamics

Impact, Challenges, and Industry Expectations

A discussion on global and regional trade policies, regulatory environments, and their implications for the industry.

17:00 pm

Networking

Tea & Coffee

Day 2 Agenda
09:00 am – 10:30 am

Session IV: Domestic Producers

Capacity Expansion, Raw Material Dynamics, and Supply Chain Challenges

An examination of domestic production trends, focusing on capacity expansion, raw material cost volatility, sourcing strategies, and operational constraints.

10:30 am – 10:45 am

Networking Break

Tea & Coffee

10:45 am – 12:15 pm

Session V: Sectoral Outlook

Paper and Board Demand Growth in Pharma and Retail Packaging

A focused look at high-growth end-use sectors, particularly pharmaceuticals and retail, and their evolving packaging needs.

12:15 pm – 13:15 pm

Networking Break

Lunch

13:15 pm – 14:45 pm

Session VI: Converting Industry (Corrugators Focus)

Demand Dynamics, Operational Challenges, and Future Outlook

An in-depth discussion on the corrugation and converting segment, covering demand trends, operational constraints, and customer expectations.

14:45 pm – 16:15 pm

Session VII: Regional Imbalances in India’s Packaging Demand

North vs. South vs. West: Logistics, Pricing, and Capacity Gaps

Addressing regional imbalances in demand and supply, impacting pricing, logistics costs, and competitiveness.

16:15 pm – 16:45 pm

Conference Closing Address

16:45 pm – 17:00 pm

Networking Break

Tea & Coffee

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