At a time when drug company profits are under extreme pressure, packaging and labeling is a top priority for most pharmaceutical companies as the cost of getting it wrong can be significant. 30% of product recall in the pharmaceutical industry is attributable to packaging. The incidence of fake, expired, adulterated, mislabelled or otherwise unauthorised medicinal products reaching the market place is on the increase and as a result the pharmaceutical industry itself is at major risk.

With the new readability guideline due to be applied in June, a new pilot project underway that may lead to mass serialisation throughout Europe and an economic environment that is putting pressure on manufacturers to enhance the cost effectiveness and speed of packaging production, 2009 is a year of change in the packaging industry and manufacturers cannot afford to be left behind.

Based on thorough industry research, VIBevents Pharma Packaging and Labelling conference, being held on 29 and 30 September in Munich, Germany, will bring experts from the pharmaceutical and biotech industry together to discuss practical strategies for improving your packaging and labeling processes. From understanding and complying with the latest and upcoming regulatory standards to keeping abreast of the innovative packaging processes, methods technology and materials, this conference will provide you with the best solutions to maximise the efficiency of your packaging and labelling development.