packaging
Buxton launches 100% recycled plastic across full range
The Buxton range commits to be 100% rPET by 2021 to accelerate achieving a circular economy.
New industry alliance promotes the use of paper-based packaging
A new industry alliance to boost the contribution of paper-based packaging in a circular and sustainable economy has been set up by the Confederation of European Paper Industries (CEPI).
Nestlé expands use of Nutri-Score in Europe
Nestlé has announced that it will use Nutri-Score nutrition labeling in Austria, Belgium, France, Germany and Switzerland, starting in the first half of 2020.
Constantia Flexibles expands in India
Constantia Flexibles officially unveiled its new plant Constantia Ecoflex Ahmedabad, India on November 20, 2019.
Videojet launches 90° adjustable printhead
Videojet, a producer of coding and marking technology, has introduced its latest CIJ product development, a 90° adjustable printhead
Coca-Cola introduces KeelClip packaging for multipack cans
Coca-Cola will begin rolling out the KeelClip, an innovative, minimalist paperboard packaging solution for its multipack cans across Europe, replacing the need for plastic wrap.
ULMA unveils bold approach to reach European plastic recycling targets
With experts calculating that demand for plastic packaging will double in the next 20 years, the European Strategy for Plastics in a Circular Economy has set a target of 55% of plastics being recycled by 2030.
Aluminium-free lid for Arla dairy products
Arla has utilised Walki’s paper-based lid material for its 175g Luonto+ yoghurt in Finland and for cottage cheese and crème fraiche in Sweden, to help consumers make more sustainable choices.
GIC introdces retrofittable salad leaf packing system
GIC has developed a way to retrofit its innovative salad leaf packing technique, which reduces both film use and contamination levels, to already commissioned Vertical Form Fill and Seal machines.
Startups demonstrate innovation at FoodBytes
Fifteen startups took to the stage to pitch ground-breaking, sustainable solutions for the food and agriculture (F&A) industry at FoodBytes! by Rabobank.
Business news, Ingredients, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
The Classic Mineral Water Company invests in automated lines
An Irish water bottling company has invested significantly in its manufacturing facilities to more than double output capacity of its mineral water products.
Ilapak develops flow wrapper for meat
Driven by rising concerns over contamination and labour shortages, the fresh meat industry is in favour of an on-machine vacuum flow wrapping process that eliminates any product contact, rather than using pre-made shrink bags.
Innovators recognised at Gulfood Manufacturing Awards
Companies who are pushing the boundaries of the global food and beverage eco-system were honoured at the Industry Excellence Awards 2019
Hi-Cone launches RingCycles made with 50% recycled plastics
As part of its goal to eliminate 100% of current virgin plastic-based ring carriers from its product portfolio by the end of 2020, Hi-Cone is launching RingCycles – a multi-packaging solution that contains +50% post-consumer recycled (PCR) content.