Packaging, considered a luxury till recently, has now gained recognition as a need of the industry, country and the society. It is a contributor and facilitator to the industrial growth and economic development of the country. Packaging is an integrated component of any system besides being an essential input in the distribution and marketing managements. In keeping with the educational and research needs of the society at large and industry in particular, the SIES School of Packaging/ Packaging Technology Centre was Established in 2001 at Nerul.