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Roundup: Packaging

Posted 5 May, 2026
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Packaging innovation is moving fast, and food and drink manufacturers are being asked to keep pace with shifting sustainability targets, tighter retailer scorecards and rising operational pressures.

Across the supply chain, suppliers are responding with solutions that promise not just incremental gains but meaningful improvements in efficiency, resource use and product protection. From barrier‑coated papers designed to replace plastics, to high‑yield refining technologies and next‑generation refill systems, the latest launches show a sector focused on doing more with less — less water, less energy, fewer chemicals and lighter environmental impact.

This roundup brings together the most relevant developments now on offer to food and drink producers: technologies that strengthen line performance, reduce waste, unlock circular formats and support compliance with emerging regulations. Whether you’re looking to cut resource consumption, improve pack functionality or future‑proof your packaging portfolio, these are the solutions shaping the next wave of manufacturing capability.

Here is your roundup of the latest packaging news.

To submit an item for inclusion, please contact Rodney Jack at [email protected] or Inês Coutinho at [email protected].

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