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From 8 September to 10 November 2017, over 50 companies designated Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant (Living Heritage Company) by the State for excellence in craftsmanship and expertise will open a pop-up shop in Paris. They will take over the Caumartin site of the Maison de la Nouvelle-Aquitaine for two months. This is a first not only for them, but for Parisians and industry professionals, who will be able to see this expertise for themselves and discover exceptional products and creations in areas including fashion and beauty, interior design, tableware and gastronomy.
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This year, the EPV Label will take centre stage at the famous LUXE PACK MONACO trade fair, which will be held from 2-4 October 2017 at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco. These three days will bring together the world's best packaging manufacturers, selected for their expertise and/or innovative technology. A dedicated EPV space called the "Living Heritage Hub", featuring 6 companies with the label, will be offered as a source of inspiration, highlighting various areas of expertise that could be adapted to luxury products in order to add value and set them apart. The label will also be presented during a conference entitled: "EPV companies of excellence: tradition as a driver for innovation", chaired by Alexis Govciyan, Director of the ISM.
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The summer holidays are here and no doubt you’ll be travelling through the beautiful regions of France and exploring elements of French heritage. It’s an opportunity to find out about the Living Heritage Companies that are found in each region on the EPV Route. The Living Heritage Company artisans will open the doors of their workshops to show you their rare know-how and passion for their trades. Come and share the enthusiasm of these distinguished men and women who have preserved exceptional savoir-faire while continuing to innovate.
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From 1 July to 31 August 2017, La Confiserie du Roy René and its calisson museum will house a selection of products from the region's 25 companies classed as Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant (Living Heritage Company). Coordinated by DIRECCTE Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, this exhibition aims to showcase the expertise of these exceptional companies, which include "santons" or nativity figurines, pottery, spirits, soaps, olive oil, furniture, agribusiness products – just some of the examples that attest to the excellence of the region's crafts.
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