The World Packaging Organisation (WPO) is a non-profit, non-governmental, international federation of national packaging institutes and associations, regional packaging federations, and other interested parties, including corporations and trade associations. Founded on September 6, 1968, in Tokyo, WPO aims to encourage the development of packaging technology, science, sustainability, and innovation. It also contributes to the development of international trade and stimulates education and training in packaging. WPO connects the global packaging community and promotes initiatives like the WorldStar Packaging Awards to inspire innovation worldwide.