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Greeting of mr. A.G. Boiko, Chairman of the Committee for Packaging Business of the Russian Chamber of Commerce and Industry

It is an honour for me to welcome all participants of LABELSHOW-2003 on behalf of the Committee for Packaging Business of the Russian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

It is the 9^th time when experts from many countries get together at Sokolniki Culture & Exhibition Centre to show and to look at the latest developments in the industry of labels, packages and materials. The exhibition has been growing since its debut, the number of exhibitors has been increasing, and the show has become one of the largest not only in Russia, but also in the world.

The Russian packaging market, including the labelling market, is developing rapidly. The output and, which is more important, the quality of labels have grown, many advanced technologies and materials are being introduced, equipment is being renovated and design is being improved. At this stage of market development, manufactures and consumers face new challenges, for instance, counterfeit prevention. Organizers of the exhibition are responsive to market demands, that’s why numerous events within the frames of the exhibition will include those covering this topic.

We wish all exhibitors, visitors and organizers of the trade show successful work, new business contacts and high commercial results.

Chairman of the Committee for Packaging Business
of the Russian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
A.G. Boiko