Ravenwood’s World Conference Showcases Innovation, Strategy and Global Growth in Linerless

Ravenwood Packaging’s 2025 World Conference brought together a dynamic network of machinery distributors, printer partners, and sales leaders from across the globe for two action-packed days of innovation, insights and inspiration.

Hosted at the Athenaeum and Ravenwood HQ in Bury St Edmunds, the event featured a packed agenda including market analysis, product showcases, training workshops, and strategy sessions – culminating in an unforgettable awards celebration.

Global Growth in Focus

The conference kicked off with a deep dive into global sales performance. Presentations highlighted impressive linerless growth in key territories, particularly in the UK, with thought-provoking discussions around challenges in Europe and emerging momentum in the Americas and Asia-Pacific.

Sales leaders from each region shared their strategies for driving adoption of Ravenwood’s cutting-edge linerless technologies – emphasising sustainability, customer collaboration, and product innovation as key growth drivers.

Best Practice and Partnership Excellence

Throughout the sessions, Ravenwood placed strong emphasis on collaboration, with the ‘Circle of Linerless’ message resonating throughout. Presenters underscored the value of printer-distributor alignment and revealed a new Printer Star Rating System to encourage transparency, quality assurance, and strong digital presence.

The marketing update reinforced the importance of storytelling, case studies and online engagement – with standout success stories from Denhay Farms and California-based PP&F demonstrating the real-world impact of Ravenwood solutions.

Machinery, Materials & Sustainability

Delegates were treated to live demonstrations of Ravenwood’s latest equipment, including the new Nobac 1500, 5000L, and world-first Nobac 40 bottle labeller. Product spotlights included revolutionary packaging solutions for fruit lids, poke bowls, salmon sleeves and pulp trays – all engineered with sustainability and automation in mind.

The Materials & Sustainability update covered promising new substrates and adhesives, with trials currently underway. Ravenwood also shared exciting progress with its APCO-approved Eco Systems and recycling compliance protocols.

Evening Celebration & Awards

After a day of innovation and insight, guests returned to the Athenaeum for an evening of celebration. A lively dinner and live performance from ‘Insane Asylum’ set the stage for the highly anticipated Awards Ceremony, where outstanding partners were recognised for their contributions to sales, innovation and collaboration.

Awards, in the form of engraved plaques were presented for:

PRINTER OF THE YEAR
– Winner: Reflex Group

DISTRIBUTOR OF THE YEAR
– Winner: Versatile Packaging

LINERLESS PACK OF THE YEAR
– Winner: Zespri Kiwi | ProPrint

LINERLESS LOVER OF THE YEAR (company)
– Winner: Conver Autoadhesivos SA

LINERLESS LOVER OF THE YEAR (person)
– Winner: Michael D’haeselaer | Optimum Group Belona

Looking Ahead

With over 25 international events planned for 2025 and multiple new product launches on the horizon, Ravenwood’s future looks brighter than ever.

As Paul Beamish summed up: “We can’t sit still. Evolving with our partners and pushing boundaries is what keeps us ahead. Together, we’re shaping the future of linerless.”

For further information, contact Ravenwood’s marketing team on +44(0)1284 749144.