by Steve Burgess, General Manager – Europe & Africa June 7 marks World Food Safety Day, a moment of reflection and responsibility for every organisation involved in putting food on tables across the globe. This year’s theme, “Food safety: science in action,” offers a timely reminder that safety isn’t a[Read More…]
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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…]
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…]
Bega Group to shut Strathmerton Australia site
The consolidation of sites is expected to deliver $30 million per annum of cost savings by eliminating duplication and reducing fixed costs once the integration is complete Following an extensive review, Bega Cheese Limited (Bega Group) has announced the consolidation of its Strathmerton, Australia cheese processing and packaging operations into[Read More…]
SIG unveils SIG DomeMini on-the-go carton bottle in Thailand
The main material of the SIG DomeMini carton bottle, designed for recycling, is FSC-certified paperboard Ampol Food, a leading innovator in the food and beverage manufacturing industry, has opted for SIG’s on-the-go carton bottle, SIG DomeMini, for the launch of its V-FIT premium rice-based nutritional drink range. This launch marks[Read More…]
Ahlstrom receives home compostable certification in Australia and New Zealand
Sulpack is a PFAS-free parchment paper specifically developed for fresh and greasy applications and offers a natural grease barrier for packaging Ahlstrom, a global leader in fibre-based speciality materials, has received Home compostability certification from the Australasian Bioplastics Association (ABA) for its Sulpack product range. Sulpack is a PFAS-free parchment[Read More…]
ALPLA restructures leadership in Europe and Asia
Ronald Tichelaar, General Manager China until then, will succeed him as Managing Director APAC at that time Packaging and recycling specialist ALPLA is restructuring its leadership in its two Western Europe (WEEU) and Asia-Pacific (APAC) regions. Roland Wallner (Managing Director APAC since 2021) will take over as Managing Director Western[Read More…]
Nestlé Spain invests €15Mn in two sustainable packaging lines in Girona
Nestlé is also building a new high-throughput line for Nescafé sachets, which will allow the product to be packaged in recyclable mono-material To continue promoting the production of products with recyclable packaging, Nestlé Spain has decided to invest around 15 million euros in its Nescafé instant coffee and Nescafé Dolce Gusto capsules factory located in[Read More…]
Saudi’s NADEC partners with Hilton Foods for processing and packaging of red meat
The agreement aims to establish a joint venture (Limited Liability Company) in which NADEC will hold a 51 per cent stake in the new company’s capital Saudi Arabia-based National Agricultural Development Company (NADEC) announced the signing of a shareholders’ agreement with Hilton Foods Ltd. – United Kingdom, which is fully[Read More…]
