The 24th edition of Luxe Pack Monaco, which was held from the 19th to the 21st of October at the Monaco Grimaldi Forum, achieved double-figure increase in visitor numbers.

According to the organizers, this year’s show reached record visitor numbers (6355), an 11% increase on 2010. Among them, 52% were of international origin, representing some 62 countries.

Visitors to Luxe Pack Monaco 2011 benefitted from the large range of packaging solutions on offer from the 350 handpicked exhibitors. The exhibitors represent the best of the world of luxury packaging. Bringing together their knowhow and R&D, they are able to present visitors to the trade fair with the best of recent innovation in the packaging world. Globally recognised as a key event for packaging innovation,the 2011 edition of Luxe Pack was particularly illuminating,” said the organizers.

Another strong asset of the show, the Innovation Forum, where new products are showcased, and where succinct spoken presentations are offered to visitors.

The guest of honour, designer Kacper Hamilton, presented his approach to working with clients from the luxury goods market, such as LVMH or Ballantine’s. His speech was a well-received insight into the world of design.

As far as sustainable development and CSR were concerned, the Plastic Eco design Centre presented a workshop on the theme “Sustainable trends, desirable development”, which was an opportunity to present various point of views.

Director of Sustainable Development from the Rémy Cointreau Group, Christian Lafage, spoke on the subject of integrating Corporate Social Responsibility into businesses, aiming to “do our jobs in a responsible manner”. Beyond the importance of the involvement of General Management, he emphasised the importance of information, training and awareness for employees of all levels.

Other key speakers: Sumit Bhasin, Global Leader of Innovation for Procter & Gamble Prestige, Arlette Palo, VP Global Product Innovation for Estée Lauder and Henry Renella, VP Global Package Development for Estée Lauder. Marc Rosen, renowned American designer, invited all 3 speakers. They addressed the topic of innovation, sustainable development and creativity.

The Luxe Pack In Green 2011 prize was awarded to Eastman Chemical for their Glass Polymer.

The next edition of Luxe Pack Monaco will take place from October, 24th thru 26th 2012, once again at the Grimaldi Forum.