The Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) was founded in 1963 in response to a need for packaging technologists to interact and provide a professional identity for individuals within the industry. The AIP is the only professional body designed to educate, train and develop packaging technologists and other individuals involved within the packaging industry throughout Australasia. Membership to the AIP is open to any persons interested in packaging and the industry in general. Membership levels are graded by a committee of Fellows and peers in industry.

The AIP organises National Conferences, training courses and technical seminars with strong support from the packaging industry, to add value to our members and in the individual branch calendars. National events include our two largest functions which alternate each year – the National technical forums which are held alongside AUSPACK and the AIP National Conference. In addition, each Branch runs its own program of site visits, technical functions, seminars and social events throughout the year. These meetings provide excellent opportunities for networking, as well as for informed discussion on current topics of interest to packaging technologists and professionals, and the industry as a whole.

Regularly attending and participating in AIP functions provides the opportunity to meet industry players and to develop a strong networking group within the industry. Networking is a fringe benefit and value add of attending AIP functions. Don’t underestimate the value this can bring to you. The AIP strives to provide every Member with the opportunity to learn from their peers.

Further information about the Australian Institute of Packaging is available on www.aipack.com.au