The grants have been issued as part of the Business Research and Innovation Initiative (BRII) As the Australian wine sector moves towards its emissions reduction targets, six innovative packaging solutions for premium wine have been awarded Federal Government grants to test their feasibility. The grants have been issued as part[Read More…]
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Duravant to acquire Pattyn provider of packaging automation systems
Automation solutions leader Duravant has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Pattyn Duravant LLC, a global engineered equipment and automation solutions provider to the food processing, packaging and material handling sectors, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the Pattyn Group BV (Pattyn), a designer and[Read More…]
Food and Beverage Carton Alliance establishes as unified platform
With a vision to expand beyond Europe, FBCA aspires to unite beverage carton manufacturers and their paperboard suppliers in driving sustainable packaging solutions that enhance food security, reduce waste The Food and Beverage Carton Alliance (FBCA), an association formed from the merger of two established organisations announced its launch as[Read More…]
Cirkla launches fibre MAP trays to reduce plastic waste
MAP trays are widely used for preserving freshness and extending the shelf life of meat and frozen foods Cirkla, a global leader in sustainable packaging, has announced the launch of its groundbreaking moulded fibre Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) trays. As the first and only company globally to offer this innovation,[Read More…]
Wholesale Sugar Flowers acquires cake packaging brand OLBAA
This strategic acquisition will expand Wholesale Sugar Flowers’ product offerings, providing customers with a comprehensive suite of premium cake-decorating essentials Wholesale Sugar Flowers, a leading provider of high-quality sugar flowers, toppings, and decorating supplies, announced the acquisition of OLBAA, a renowned brand specialising in exquisite cake packaging solutions. This strategic acquisition[Read More…]
Japan’s TOPPAN acquires Sonoco food packaging business
This acquisition is highly complementary, combining the robust sales network, customer base, and solution development capabilities of Sonoco’s TFP business Japan’s TOPPAN Holdings has agreed with Sonoco Products Company (Sonoco), a global leader in high-value sustainable packaging, to acquire Sonoco’s Thermoformed & Flexible Packaging (TFP) business for approximately $1.8 billion[Read More…]
EU adopts sustainable packaging regulations to reduce waste
The regulation addresses the entire lifecycle of packaging The European Council has officially adopted new regulations concerning packaging and packaging waste. These regulations aim to significantly reduce the generation of packaging waste by establishing binding reuse targets, restricting certain types of single-use packaging, and requiring economic operators to minimise the[Read More…]
Spain’s ULMA Packaging acquires PackDesign AB
This acquisition enhances ULMA Packaging’s presence in Sweden, allowing the company to provide advanced, automated, and comprehensive solutions across various sectors As part of its global expansion strategy and commitment to local service, ULMA Packaging, headquartered in Oñati, Spain, has acquired all shares of PackDesign AB, a Swedish company that[Read More…]
W-Cycle and Melhoramentos join forces to produce compostable food containers
The Clean-tech company to share tech with Melhoramentos for producing next-generation high-performance pulp-fiber packaging W-Cycle, an innovator in sustainable food packaging and Melhoramentos, a publicly traded Brazilian company announced a strategic partnership. Together, they aim to produce compostable packaging from renewable materials that naturally decompose within 100 days. The agreement,[Read More…]
Coca-Cola doubles down on single-use plastic in wake of stalled plastic treaty negotiations
The company is now aiming to increase the utilisation of recycled plastic to between 30 per cent and 35 per cent globally by 2035 The Coca-Cola Company, a prominent member of the Business Coalition for a Global Plastics Treaty, recently announced a shift in its sustainability goals regarding packaging and[Read More…]
