September 9-13 2021

Location
The event will take place at the BolognaFiere Exhibition Centre.
Purpose
The 2021 edition focused on resilience and digital transformation. Its specific goals included:
- Maintaining Continuity: The primary purpose was to prevent a "dark year" for the supply chain. By using digital matchmaking, the event ensured that brands could still find packaging and formulation suppliers despite being unable to travel to Italy.
- OnBeauty (The September Hybrid): The physical event in Bologna was designed as a "re-start" to test safety protocols and allow European suppliers (packaging, contract manufacturing, and machinery) to meet with domestic and regional buyers.
- Focus on Hygiene & Safety: Reflecting the global situation, Cosmopack 2021 highlighted innovations in "touchless" packaging, antimicrobial materials, and machinery for the mass production of sanitizing products.
- Sustainability Amidst Crisis: Even during the pandemic, the event pushed "Green Valley" initiatives, focusing on how the supply chain could remain eco-friendly while meeting the increased demand for single-use or high-protection packaging.
