The program in Thailand aims to process approximately 15 tonnes of surplus fruit into mango and longkong pudding in its first year, all to be filled in 288,000 carton packs Following the success of its pilot project in Bangladesh, the SIG Foundation is proud to announce the expansion of its[Read More…]
Supply chain
SIG launches alu layer-free full barrier solution for multi-serve aseptic cartons
The packaging material offers the same full barrier protection as standard aseptic cartons and the same full shelf life of up to 12 months SIG, the pioneer of aseptic carton packaging without aluminium layer, announces the commercial launch of another industry-first: SIG Terra Alu-free + Full barrier for multi-serve aseptic[Read More…]
Australia and New Zealand launch SmartFacts to revolutionise on-shelf product transparency
SmartFacts enables consumers to simply scan a GS1-powered QR code on product packaging using their smartphones to instantly access a suite of trusted product data In a major step toward digital transformation in the food and grocery industry, the Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC), the New Zealand Food &[Read More…]
Fresh Del Monte and IFPA partner to advance supply chain transformation
Fresh Del Monte is helping lead the transformation toward a more transparent, efficient, and data-driven fresh produce ecosystem Fresh Del Monte Produce, one of the world’s leading vertically integrated producers, marketers and distributors of high-quality fresh and fresh-cut fruit and vegetables, and the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA), the largest[Read More…]
Dairy, Kiwifruit, and Apples lead NZ’s April 2025 trade surplus surge
In April 2025, New Zealand exported $7.8 billion worth of goods while importing $6.4 billion New Zealand recorded a rare and significant monthly goods trade surplus of $1.4 billion in April 2025 — only the fourth time in the country’s history that the monthly surplus has exceeded $1 billion, according[Read More…]
CCEP Australia unveils largest and efficient canning line in Brisbane
This new line will significantly increase production capacity for Monster Energy Company products – including Monster and Mother brands – to meet surging consumer demand Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Australia (CCEP) announced the completion of a new, state-of-the-art canning line at its Queensland manufacturing facility in Richlands, Brisbane. Supported by a substantial $75 million investment, the line will be the largest and most efficient canning line in the CCEP network, capable of processing up to 120,000 cans per hour. This new[Read More…]
Hub International launches HUB Supply Chain AI Risk Solutions
Integrated data and tracking and enhanced AI technology, and stock throughput insurance offering for supply chain optimisation Hub International Limited (HUB), a leading global insurance brokerage and financial services firm, announced the launch of HUB Supply Chain AI Risk Solutions, a new product that offers integrated data and tracking, supply chain AI and[Read More…]
Australia’s Queensland secures $4 Mn in export deals during China trade mission
The mission saw participation from 15 Queensland businesses, which collectively generated 191 new trade leads and strengthened commercial ties across the Greater Bay Area The Crisafulli Government has announced a significant boost to Queensland’s export portfolio, with $3.99 million in new export outcomes secured during a high-level trade mission to[Read More…]
Suez Canal Authority engages global shipping giants as Red Sea security improves
The focus was on restoring shipping traffic through the Suez Canal following a ceasefire in Yemen Admiral Ossama Rabiee, Chairman and Managing Director of the Suez Canal Authority (SCA), held a meeting with representatives from 25 major shipping lines and maritime agencies in Ismailia to discuss the security situation in[Read More…]
Huhtamaki’s US growth plans take shape with Zellwin Farms acquisition
Michael Hodges, Vice President of Sustainability and Communications at Huhtamaki North America Huhtamaki North America has recently taken a significant step to enhance its leadership in sustainable packaging by acquiring Zellwin Farms, a moulded fibre packaging manufacturer based in Florida. With the growing demand for eco-friendly alternatives, especially in the[Read More…]
