Innovation takes centre stage at ADF Paris 2026

As the world's only annual event driving packaging business and innovation in the €70 billion global aerosol and dispensing market, ADF Paris returns to Paris Expo Porte de Versailles on 5-6 February. World Aerosols speaks with key exhibitors and speakers ahead of the event to explore the innovations, sustainability initiatives and regulatory challenges shaping the future of aerosol packaging. Alain D'haese: Championing collaboration and reducing environmental footprints Alain D'haese, secretary general of the European Aerosol Federation (FEA), explained that current trends indicate a continuation of ongoing efforts to reduce carbon and environmental footprints whilst enhancing the recyclability of aerosol products. He noted that advances in digital printing technology have enabled the creation of striking designs and the ability to stand out in the market, adding that there has been "a notable increase in the development of aerosol products that use compressed gases." When asked about cross-industry innovations that could disrupt traditional packaging practices, D'haese acknowledged that there have always been...