# Expanding Luggage-Securing Devices The 'PAQ' Travel Companion Fills Empty Space for a Secure Bag By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-07-04 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paq-travel-companion References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/paq-smart-luggage-companion-04-07-2018/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1048187582/paq-your-luggage-companion) The 'PAQ' travel companion is a clever piece of equipment for avid travelers that will allow them to rest assured that all of their gear will remain safe within their luggage during travel. The expanding device works by being placed on top of your items after they have been [packed in your luggage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rakun-packing) and activated; the unit will go to work by filling in empty areas and securing all of the things within. This will prevent items from rolling around during the journey and stop [cosmetics from spilling](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-toiletry-bag1) or technology products from being damaged. The 'PAQ' travel companion device can be used with bags of all shapes, sizes and varieties, while the accompanying app connectivity can be upgraded to help users [track their bag during travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casesafe). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/travel) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Smart Luggage Accessories:** The 'PAQ' travel companion is an example of a smart luggage accessory that fills a gap in the market for secure and organized packing. - **Space Optimization:** Expanding luggage-securing devices like the 'PAQ' capitalize on the opportunity to optimize space within bags and prevent items from shifting or getting damaged. - **Connected Travel Gadgets:** The 'PAQ' travel companion's accompanying app connectivity represents a trend in connected travel gadgets that allow users to track and monitor their luggage during travel. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Travel Accessories:** The expanding luggage-securing device fits in the travel accessories industry, presenting an opportunity for companies to create innovative and secure solutions for organizing luggage. - **Smart Home:** The 'PAQ' travel companion's technology integration may intersect with the smart home industry, as travelers are increasingly seeking smart solutions for their personal belongings. - **Tech Gadgets:** The expanding luggage-securing device resonates with the tech gadget industry, offering potential disruption in the market for innovative and protective solutions for travelers' belongings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Travel-Focused Vacuum Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vacuum-kit.md) - [Streamlined Packing Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/packbuddy.md) - [Vacuum-Powered Suitcase Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ekester-travelpack-vacuum-kit.md) - [Luggage Tracking Safety Technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lost-luggage-tracker.md) - [Fully Customizable Travel Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paragon-gear.md) - [Vibrant Luggage Connectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luggage-connector.md) - [Location-Tracking Luggage Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taglock-travel-lock.md) - [Luggage Compression Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wandr-w36.md) - [Digital Travel Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/packd.md)