International Conference on
Modern Trends & Innovations in Food Packaging

29ᵗʰ & 30ᵗʰ January 2026 | Raman Auditorium, Anna University, Chennai

09:00 AM – 05:30 PM (GMT +5:30)

About the Conference

The International Conference on 'Modern Trends and Innovations in Food Packaging (MTIFP 2026)' provides a global platform for academicians, researchers, industry experts and students to exchange knowledge on emerging technologies, sustainability, safety and smart packaging solutions. This conference aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry by showcasing the latest advancements in food packaging technology. Join us at the prestigious Raman Auditorium, Anna University, Chennai for two days of insightful discussions, networking opportunities and knowledge sharing with experts from around the world.

Department Background

About the Department

The Department of Printing and Packaging Technology, College of Engineering Guindy, Anna University, is a pioneer in offering UG/PG/Ph.D. in Printing and Packaging Technology. The department strikes to create world class professionals in this field.

Registration

Industry Delegates(Offline & Online)

₹800 + GST

Faculty (Offline & Online)

₹600 + GST

Students (Offline)

₹300 + GST

Students (Online)

₹200 + GST

Conference Themes

Advancements in Food Packaging

Emerging Trends

Innovative Packaging Systems

Regulatory Aspects

Quality & Safety Requirements with Solutions

Conference Committee

Chief Patrons

Dr. P. Sankar IAS

Secretary to Government

Higher Education Department

Government of Tamil Nadu

Dr. S. Visakan IAS

Commissioner of Technical Education

Directorate of Technical Education

Government of Tamil Nadu

Dr. B. T. N. Sridhar

Professor

Department of Aerospace Engineering

MIT Campus, Anna University, Chennai

Patrons

Dr. V. Kumaresan

Registrar

Anna University, Chennai

Dr. P. Hariharan

Dean, CEG

Anna University, Chennai

Conference Chair

Mr. K. Vipinendran

Head of the Department

Department of Printing and Packaging Technology

Anna University

Dr. Sanu Jacob

President

AFSTI Chennai Chapter

Director - National Food Laboratory, Chennai

Dr. Kyle Dunno

Department Chair

Dean's Office

Rochester Institute of Technology (USA)

Advisory Chair

Dr. K. Senthil Vadivu

Professor

Department of Printing and Packaging Technology

Anna University

Advisory Committee

Dr. Kavitha Ravichandran

Counsellor & Food Industry Consultant

IGNOU & Freelance Consultant

⁠Mr. Mohammed Riyazzudin

Regional Quality Manager

Compass Group / Food News India

Ms. S Dhanupriya

Specialist - Food and Agri consulting

KPMG India Services LLP

Dr. Sneh Bangar

Assistant Professor

Rochester Institute of Technology (USA)

Dr. Usha Antony

Dean

College of Fish Nutrition and Food Technology, Tamil Nadu Dr. J. Jayalalithaa Fisheries University

Mr. Muthusamy Mathiyazhagan

Ex.DGM, Medical Devices and Life Science - Subject Matter Expert

HCLTech

Mr. Raghavan Sridharan

Managing Director

Spico Printing Inks

Mr. S. Mohan kumar

Executive Director

Vijayneha Polymers Pvt Ltd

Dr. M. Sukumar

Professor, Centre for Food Technology

Anna University

Review Committee

Dr. S. Anandakumar

Professor (Food Process Engineering)

Department of Food Packaging & Storage Technology

NIFTEM-T, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, GOI

Dr. K. A. Athmaselvi

Professor

Food processing Engineering

NIFTEM-T, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, GOI

Dr. K. Manimala

Associate Professor

Department of Information Science and Technology

Anna University

Dr. G. R. Rajarajeswari

Associate Professor

Department of Chemistry

Anna University

Dr. M. Anbu Malar

Head

Department of Home Science

Stella Maris College (Autonomous) Chennai

Dr. P. Savitha

Assistant Professor

Department of Nutrition and Dietetics

Ethiraj College for Women, Chennai

Dr. Sneh Bangar

Assistant Professor

Deparment of Packaging and Graphic Media Science

Rochester Institute of Technology (USA)

Dr. P. Keerthi

Assistant Professor

Department of Chemistry

Anna University

Dr. Ayyuce Teke

Postdoctoral Researcher

Department of Packaging and graphic Media Science

Rochester Institute of Technology (USA)

Dr. P. Sangeetha

Assistant Professor

Deparment of Chemistry

Anna University

Coordinators

Dr. M. Kanchana

Associate Professor

Department of Printing and Packaging Technology

Anna University

Dr. J. P. Nirmala

Assistant Professor

Department of Printing and Packaging Technology

Anna University

Dr. J. Sandeep

Assistant Professor

Department of Printing and Packaging Technology

Anna University

Dr. T. Thendral Thiyagu

Assistant Professor

Department of Printing and Packaging Technology

Anna University

Student Coordinator

Mr. Karthick Shannmuga Sundaram

M.S.By Research

Department of Printing and Packaging Technology

Anna University

Speakers

Usha antony

Dr. Usha Antony

Professor and Dean, CFNFT, TNJFU

Trends in Smart Food Packaging to ensure Quality and Safety

Rajeshwar Matche

Dr. Rajeshwar S. Matche

Principal Chief Scientist, CFTRI

Bioplastics, Biodegradation and Life Cycle Assessment

Harish Kumar

Mr. Harish Kumar R. K.

Regional Officer, IIP-Bengaluru

Closing the Loop: The Role of R-PET in Circular Food Packaging

Anandakumar

Dr. S. Anandakumar

Associate Professor, NIFTEM-T

Recent Advancement in Nano and 3D printing in Food Packaging

Karthik Gamidi

Dr.Gamidi Kartheek

Research Engineer, TANCAM

Simulation-Driven Automation in Packaging Industry: From Physics-Based Modeling to Intelligent Optimization

Muthusamy Mathiyazhagan

Mr. Muthusamy Mathiyazhagan

Ex.DGM,HCLTech

Food Packaging Materials: Safe, Sustainable and Global Compliant

Ganesh AR

Dr. Ganesan AR

Professor, IITM

Holographic Labelling for Package Security and Product Authentication

Kiran Manickam

Mr. Kiran Manickam

CEG & RIT Alumni

Ultra High Temperature (UHT) Processing and Aseptic Packaging for Shelf Life Extension of Milk Products

Conference Venue

Raman Auditorium

Anna University, Sardar Patel Road, Guindy, Chennai - 600025, Tamil Nadu, India

Contact Us

For Sponsorship

Mr. Karthick Shannmuga Sundaram
+91 9003180681
mtifp2026sponsor@gmail.com

For Papers

Ms. Prajisha P
+91 90202 91324
mtifp2026@gmail.com

For Registration

Ms. Priya - +91 93456 60568
Ms. Aarya - +91 80722 08096
mtifp2026register@gmail.com