PERA have organised a plastics packaging conference, with the aim of counter-balancing the "negative, misguided statements associated with additives in packaging in the media." Additives for Innovation in Plastics Packaging bites back and celebrates the contribution of additives to the evolution of plastics packaging. This conference, which takes place on 20 September, looks ahead at the the changing customer demand and focuses on how developments in additives are helping to make the seemingly impossible a reality. Subjects covered will include: - New Requirements for Packaging; Legislation Impacting Additive Selection including REACH and Food Contact; Developments in Mineral Additives; Barrier Properties; Colour Management; Nanotechnology; Biodegradability Contact: imcilwee@bpf.co.uk