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Practical
information, expert support and advice
in the field of packaging. |
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WHO
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WE
PARTNER WITH... |
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Packaging for Development is a
service provided by the International Trade Centre (ITC). Our role is to
help exporting Small and Medium sized Enterprises (SMEs), Trade Support
Institutions (TSIs) and the national packaging industrial sector in
developing countries in optimizing export activities.
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Enterprises |
Trade Support Institutions |
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At the user
level, we strengthen the international competitiveness of enterprises
through product enhancement and innovative marketing.
At packaging
supply level, we develop competent and competitive packaging supply
chains that meet the regulations and standards of the export sectors.
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We develop the
capacity of TSIs in marketing, merchandizing and communications in the areas
of:
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export
packaging
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transportation
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labelling and
regulatory compliance
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brand and logo
identity
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packaging
design
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We are the only UN program
providing trade support in the field of packaging.
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Our services
have been in operation for more than 30 years.
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Our tools and
services focusing on the daily issues faced by SMEs.
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Our objective is to increase the chances of export success from developing
countries and sustainable positioning on foreign markets. |
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PACKAGING
CHALLENGES |
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WHAT
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Ensuring goods reach their final
destination in perfect condition |
Information and knowledge
PACKit:
Concise expert knowledge in 37 modules on packaging materials, product
categories, importing and exporting countries, law and regulations,
transportation etc. (Some modules are available in English, French and
Spanish)
Ad hoc
advisory services and consulting in the fields of:
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Materials and
equipment technology
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Product/sector
specific expertise
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International
and importing country regulations specific to packaging
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Exporting
country industry profiles
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Specific areas
such as transport, printing etc.
Training
and education
Exporting SMEs ■
Regional packaging supply chains ■ Governments & Institutions |
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Optimizing functionality
requirements of packaging |
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Guaranteeing safety and
traceability throughout the entire chain |
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Providing packages that meet
international, regional and local regulatory constraints |
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Communicating identity (brand) and
unique product features |
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Providing distinct merchandising
visibility and on-shelf differentiation |
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