Asia Pacific Packaging Symposium

Bangkok, Thailand | November 12-14, 2025

The 2025 ISTA Asia Pacific & APN International Packaging Symposium is taking place on November 12-14, 2025, at the Landmark Bangkok Hotel in Bangkok, Thailand! Centered around the theme "Safe, Smart, Sustainable: Innovating the Future of Packaging", this event will bring together experts, researchers, and industry professionals to explore the latest trends and innovations in transport packaging. 

Special Seaport Field Trip – Friday, 14 November! Learn more

The Symposium is hosted by the Department of Packaging and Materials Technology, Kasetsart University and in conjunction with International Safe Transit Association (ISTA)-Asia Pacific Division and Asia Packaging Network (APN).

Program Schedule

Explore the highlights of the 2025 ISTA Asia Pacific Packaging Symposium. Below is a snapshot of the program schedule, followed by the full agenda.

Meet the Speakers


AnchorSeaport Field Trip – Friday, 14 November

The program includes a special field trip to the Sriracha seaport region, offering a behind-the-scenes look at maritime logistics and innovation. Highlights include a visit to Kasetsart University’s International Maritime Studies program and wave simulation lab, seaside lunch, and a guided tour of KLN Seaport Limited—one of Asia’s leading logistics providers. A great opportunity to connect packaging with global supply chain operations.


Poster Presentation


Full Agenda

Wednesday 12th November 
08:00 – 08:45Registration & Poster Placing
08:45 – 09:05Welcome Remarks by APN Chair and Department Head of Department of Packaging and Materials Technology, Kasetsart University, Thailand
Lerpong Jarupan, Ph.D.
Opening Remarks by Dean of Faculty of Agro-Industry, Kasetsart University, Thailand
Anuvat Jangchud, Ph.D.
09:05 – 09:25A.J. Gruber, President & CEO, International Safe Transit Association (ISTA), USA
09:25 – 09:45Khata Vinin, Airports of Thailand Public Company Limited, Suvarnabhumi Airport (AOT), Thailand
09:45 – 10:05Connecting the Dots: How Labels Enable Recyclable Packaging and EPR Compliance
Kejin Zhang, Avery Denisson, Singapore
10:05 – 10:25Speaker to come
10:25 – 10:45Coffee & Tea Break
10:45 – 11:05Lerpong Jarupan, Department Head, Department of Packaging and Materials Technology, Kasetsart University, Thailand
11:05 – 11:25Speaker to come
11:25 – 11.45Jay Hazekamp, Senior Manager Packaging Engineering, ASM
11.45 – 12:05From Policy to Practice: Building Thailand's Circular Packaging System
Chayan Sukanya, Sustainable Packaging Expert, Thailand
12:05 – 13:30Lunch& Networking / Poster Presentation & Evaluation
Session 1: Circular Economy & Sustainable Packaging Systems
13:30 – 13:50Advancing Sustainable Packaging in the Philippines: Regulatory Drivers and R&D Initiatives
(Angel Jr Basbasan, Dane Archibald Balanon , Ray Anne Grace Garalde-Casas, Darylle Jerome Ortiz, Ryan Ogoy, and Mary Joy Paico)
Angel Jr Basbasan, Industrial Technology Development Institute, DOST, Philippines
13:50 – 14:10Sustainable Packaging and Recycling Prospects in India: Opportunities and Challenges
Tanweer Alam, Indian Institute of Packaging, India
14:10 – 14:30Analysis of Packaging Waste Generation Patterns and Waste Flows in Tourist Accommodations of North-eastern Thailand
(Khaowpradabdin Songma, Prakaytham Suksatit, Jantima Samneangngam, Tassaneewan Chom-in, and Nongnuch Poolsawad)
Khaowpradabdin Songma, National Metal and Materials Technology Center (MTEC), Thailand
14:30 – 14:50Exploring the Influence of Packaging Ergonomics on the Sustainable Consumption: Case Study of Packaged Olive Oil
Jonghun Park, Toronto Metropolitan University, Canada
Session 2: Distribution & Packaging Logistics
13:30 – 13:50Eric Hiser, Vice President of Standards & Certification, International Safe Transit Association (ISTA), USA
13:50 – 14:10How Many Drops Are Enough? A Bayesian Risk Analysis Based on ISTA 1A Protocol
David Jaucian Alcarde Jr, Industrial Technology Development Institute, DOST, Philippines
14:10 – 14:30Engineering, Implementing, and Monitoring Returnable Packaging in Asia
Kevin Marchetti, Packaging Design Engineer, Transpack
14:30 – 14:50Upgrading the Capability of Existing Distribution Centers in the Delivery of Fresh and Semi-Processed Agricultural Products in the Supply Chain: Focusing on Packaging Technology and Logistics
(Ericson T. Nolasco, Daisy E. Tañafranca, Mary Joy P. Paico, Dane Archibald Balanon, and Ermin S. Orendain)
Ericson T. Nolasco, Industrial Technology Development Institute, DOST, Philippines
14:50 – 15:10Coffee & Tea Break
Session 3: Biopolymers & Edible Packaging Innovations
15:10 – 15:30Development of Starch-based Edible Packaging Materials
(Long YU, Yiwen Yang, Jun Fu, and Qingfi Duan)
Long Yu, Institute of Chemistry, Henan Academy of Sciences,China
15:30 – 15:50Bio-Inspired Carbon Nanodots Meet Active Packaging: A Sustainable Upcycling Strategy for Food Packaging Materials
Ji Sou Lyu, Korea University, Republic of Korea
15:50 – 16:10Multilayer TPS/PBAT Laminates with Improved Mechanical and Barrier Properties for Food Packaging
(Yeyen Laorenza and Nathdanai Harnkarnsujarit)
Yeyen Laorenza, Kasetsart University, Thailand
16:10 – 16:30Development Biodegradable Antimicrobial Packaging TPS/PBAT Films Incorporating with Sodium Lactate and Sodium Citrate
(Vannet Roschhuk and Nathdanai Harnkarnsujarit)
Vannet Roschhuk, Kasetsart University, Thailand
Session 4: Smart Packaging
15:10 – 15:30Intelligent Packaging with RFID
Sio Peng Goi, Avery Dennison Singapore Pte Ltd, Singapore
15:30 – 15:50Development of Smart Packaging Incorporating a Polydiacetylene/Silica Nanocomposite-Based Time-Temperature Indicator Label for Monitoring the Ripeness of Whole Monthong Durian Fruit
(Anuyut Thadapitakporn, Piyapong Sonkeaw, Vorapat Vachirayakon, Ubonrat Siripatrawan, Amporn Sane, and Panuwat Suppakul)
Anuyut Thadapitakporn, Kasetsart University, Thailand
15:50 – 16:10Active PLA thermoformed trays incorporating EDTA, ethyl maltol and ethyl lauroyl arginate: Synergistic antimicrobial and antioxidant packaging for refrigerated meat products
(Atcharawan Srisa, Sixtine Hahn, and Nathdanai Harnkarnsujarit)
Atcharawan Srisa, Kasetsart University, Thailand
16:10 – 16:30Development of a Polydiacetylene/Silica Nanocomposite Carboxymethyl Cellulose Based Film as a Firmness Indicator Label for Fresh-cut Monthong Durian
(Piyapong Sonkeaw, Anuyut Thadapitakporn, Vorapat Vachirayakon, Ubonrat Siripatrawan, Amporn Sane, and Panuwat Suppakul)
Piyapong Sonkaew, Kasetsart University, Thailand
18:00Welcome Dinner
Thursday 13th November 
08:00 – 08:45Registration & Poster placing
08:45 – 09:05Jongkyoung Kim, Honorary President, Korea Society of Packaging Science and Technology & Chair, ISTA Asia-Pacific Division, Republic of Korea
09:05 – 09:25Speaker to come
09:25 – 09:45From Damage to Data: Quantifying the Environmental and Economic Impact of Packaging Performance in E-Commerce
Jay Singh, Packaging Program Director, Orfalea College of Business, Cal Poly, USA
09:45 – 10:05How to Prepare for Logistics Strength Simulation in Digital Packaging Design
David Jin, Regional Director, APAC, Chief Representative, PPT Group Corporation
10:05 – 10:25Coffee & Tea Break
10:25 – 10:45Barrier-Engineered Food Packaging with Sodium Alginate–PVA–LDH Polyelectrolyte Complexes: Scaling Up from Lab to Pilot
Jaejoon Han, Professor, Korea University, Republic of Korea
10:45 – 11:05Smart Packaging: A Trend Shaping the Future of Sustainable Food Supply Chain towards a Bio-Circular-Green Economy (BCG)
Panuwat Suppakul, Ph.D., Professor, Department of Packaging and Materials Technology, Faculty of Agro-Industry, Kasetsart University
11:05 – 11:25Testing and Application Practices of Compliance for Packaging of Lithium Battery Hazardous Goods during Transportation
Binglin Lu, Professor of engineering, China Packaging Research & Test Center, CPRTC & Executive Chair, ISTA China
11:25 – 11.45Speaker to come
11.45 – 12:05Speaker to come
12:05 – 13:30Lunch & Networking / Poster Presentation & Evaluation
Session 5: Science to Market: Innovations in Packaging and Materials for Sustainability
13:30 – 13:50Utilisation of Lignin as Lignocellulosic Materials for Active Food Packaging
Bongkot Hararak, National Metal and Materials Technology Center (MTEC), Thailand
13:50 – 14:10BioPBS: A Sustainable Biodegradable Polymer for Packaging Applications
(Charinee Winotapun, Khwanchai Chaimanit, Narumon Puekpoonpoal, and Raksit Supthanyakul)
Charinee Winotapun, PTT MCC Biochem .Co., Ltd, Thailand
14:10 – 14:30Latest Trends in Labels and Sustainability in Packaging Industry
Ashok Kumar, Marks Emballage Private Limited, India
14:30 – 14:50Kiattichai Wadaugsorn, Ph.D., Department of Packaging and Materials Technology, Faculty of Agro-Industry, Kasetsart University
Session 6: Packaging Safety & Regulatory Compliance
13:30 – 13:50Method Validation for the Determination of Heavy Metals in Recycled Polyethylene Terephthalate (rPET) Bottles for Food Contact Applications
(Naphat Prueangkarn, Sathukarn Kabcum, Nopparat Viriyakitpattana, Sarunya Kitdumrongthum, and Pharrunrat Tanaviyutpakdee)
Naphat Pruenangkarn, Thai Packaging Centre, Thailand Institute of Scientific and Technological Research (TISTR), Thailand
13:50 – 14:10Empowering Circular Packaging through Material Characterization for the Effective Integration of Recycled Polypropylene
Chuanchom Aumnate, The Petroleum and Petrochemical College, Thailand
14:10 – 14:30(Kanatpath Chaloeijitkul and Amporn Sane)
Kanatpath Chaloeijitkul, Kasetsart University, Thailand
14:30 – 14:50Speaker to come
14:50 – 15:10Coffee & Tea Break
15:10 – 16:00Awarding / Best Poster / Closing Ceremony
16:00 – 16:30Board Meeting ISTA
16:30 – 17:00Board Meeting APN
18:00Farewell Dinner
Friday 14th November 
Field Trip to Seaport in Sriracha (Tentative Schedule)
09:30 – 11:30Visit to the International Maritime Studies, Kasetsart University Sriracha Campus
(Sea logistics and operations, Wave simulation research lab, etc.)
12:00 – 01:00Lunch by the Seaside
01:30 – 03:30Visit to KLN Seaport Limited: one of Asia's leading logistics service providers with global operations, to observe seaport logistics activities.
06:00Return to Bangkok

Registration Rates

For International Participants

Speaker/Presenter and Participant:

  • Early Bird Rate*: $625 USD
  • Regular Rate**: $725 USD

Student (with valid ID):

  • Early Bird Rate*: $480 USD
  • Regular Rate**: $550 USD

Accompanying Person:

  • Early Bird Rate*: $200 USD
  • Regular Rate**: $200 USD

Important Dates for Speakers/Presenters

  • *Early Bird Payment Deadline: July 31, 2025
  • **Regular Payment Deadline: October 15, 2025 

Important Dates for Participants (Non-presenters)

  • *Early Bird Payment Deadline: July 31, 2025
  • **Regular Payment: After July 31, 2025 

Note:

  • Speaker/Presenter and Participant fee includes conference materials, coffee breaks, lunches, welcome and official dinners, and field trip
  • Students must provide a valid student ID for the student rate.
  • Accompanying person may register up until the event date. The fee includes welcome dinner and official dinner (does not include symposium sessions).
More Information

Registration Guidelines

All speakers/presenters and participants (non-presenters) are kindly requested to complete the registration process by following the steps below:
Step 1: Registration

  • If you are applying as a speaker/presenter (oral or poster), please complete the Speaker/Presenter Registration Form [CLICK HERE]
  • Note: 
    • The Speakers/presenters will be asked to provide a presentation summary, highlight, takeaway, or abstract through the registration.
    • You may optionally upload a file containing your presentation abstract, summary, highlight, or takeaway. A template is available for download [CLICK HERE].
  • If you are attending as a participant (non-presenter), please complete the Participant Registration Form [CLICK HERE]
  • If you are joining as an accompanying person, please complete the Accompanying Person Registration Form [CLICK HERE]

Step 2: Payment
All registered speakers/presenters, participants, and accompanying persons are required to complete payment using the bank details provided below. Please choose one of the following payment options:

  • Via APN
    • Please transfer the registration fee using the following bank details:
      • Bank Name: Krung Thai Bank Public Company Limited
      • SWIFT Code: KRTHTHBK
      • Branch: Kasetsart University Bang Khen
      • Account Name: ISTA and APN 2025
      • Account Number: 664-5-84501-4
    • Please submit the proof of payment (coming soon).
  • Via ISTA
    • Please transfer the registration fee through the ISTA.

More information, please contact this email: ista-ap_apn2025@ku.th

Sponsorship Levels & Benefits

Join us in shaping the future of packaging! The Organizing Committee of the 2025 ISTA Asia Pacific & APN International Packaging Symposium warmly invites companies, institutions, and organizations to join us as sponsors of this international event. Sponsorship offers a valuable opportunity to enhance your brand visibility, engage with global experts and professionals in packaging science, and demonstrate your support for innovation and sustainability in the field. Your contribution will also play a vital role in advancing academic dialogue and fostering knowledge exchange among students, researchers, and industry leaders. We offer a range of sponsorship packages tailored to maximize your exposure throughout the symposium. Contact Lisa Bonsignore at lisa@ista.org to request more information.

More Information


LEVELS, BENEFITS & RATES

PREMIER
175,000 THB

$5,000 USD

DIAMOND
100,000 THB

$3,000 USD

GOLD
75,000 THB

$2,300 USD

SILVER
50,000 THB

$1,500 USD

Recognition for sponsoring during an open ceremony 

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Featured sponsor logo on the symposium website 

Featured sponsor logo at the attendee check-in area and on the backdrop 

Exhibit for the entire two-day event (see details below) 

Complimentary attendee registration (Including field trip)
(November 12-14)
321-

Sponsor Exhbition Reception (Only Breaks & Lunch)
(November 12-13)

3 Passes2 Passes1 Pass1 Pass


  • Exhibits will be set up in front of the meeting rooms throughout the two-day event (Nov 12–13) 

  • Exhibit locations are based on the sponsorship levels, and on a first-come, first-served basis

  • One table (75 cm × 180 cm) and two chairs will be provided

  • Items are subject to change 

Venue & Hotels

The 2025 ISTA-AP & APN International Packaging Symposium will be held at The Landmark Bangkok Hotel.

MAKE A RESERVATION: Speakers, presenters and participants who plan to stay at the venue can reserve rooms by clicking [HERE]

HOTEL ADDRESS: 138 Sukhumvit Rd, Khwaeng Khlong Toei, Khet Khlong Toei, Bangkok 10110 

MAP: [HERE]

The Landmark Bangkok Hotel is a prestigious venue in the heart of Bangkok known for its world-class facilities, exceptional hospitality, and convenient access to the city's vibrant attractions.

Nearby, guests can explore Terminal 21, a unique shopping mall themed around global cities, or visit the EmQuartier and Emporium shopping complexes for highend retail and dining experiences. For cultural enthusiasts, the Erawan Shrine, a revered Hindu temple, and the historic Jim Thompson House are within a short distance. The lively Asiatique Riverfront and the iconic Grand Palace are also accessible for those looking to experience Bangkok’s rich heritage. Whether for business or leisure, the venue’s prime location ensures an enriching and convenient stay for all attendees