packaging innovations, the uk&rsquos leading packaging event, returns to the nec, birmingham on 25 and 26 februarythe two day show will focus on the latest trends and innovations in packaging materials, designs and concepts, with dedicated ecopack and contract pack areas.alison church, event director for easyfairs&rsquo uk packaging events, said &ldquoit&rsquos amazing to think this coming february&rsquos edition of the packaging innovations will be our tenth show. since opening its doors in 2006, the show has tripled in size with over 350 exhibitors. it has become the key calendar event for the packaging industry. all different types of companies that supply into the packaging industry are here, and if you really want to know what&rsquos going on in the industry, you need to be here.&rdquomajor names from territories such as germany, austria, poland, italy, france and the netherlands have been quick to sign up for the 2015 show, including gmund, sabert europe corporation, stölzleoberglas gmbh, schur star systems and weidenhammer packaging group.the show also extends its reach beyond mainland europe. for instance bedford industries, from canada and ever rich international, from hong kong have also confirmed that they will be showcasing their latest products and services.packaging innovations has a strong representation within the cosmetic and pharmaceutical markets, with ae adams who will be celebrating its 50th anniversary, chester medical solutions and chesapeake pharmaceutical and healthcare all set to present their latest innovations and technologies.it will also host an array of show floor entertainment including the launch of three new features &ndash the drinks symposium, the pharmaceutical symposium and the retail symposium. the big print debate and lions&rsquo lair will be returning, along with a full learnshops programme addressing hot industry trends and issues.