PepsiCo has introduced a new line of colorless snack products under the brand Simply NKD™, offering additive-free versions of its popular Doritos® and Cheetos® products. The launch includes four variants: Doritos® Simply NKD™ Nacho Cheese, Doritos® Simply NKD™ Cool Ranch®, Cheetos® Simply NKD™ Puffs, and Cheetos® Simply NKD™ Flamin’ Hot®. …
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The Kraft Heinz Company has named Steve Cahillane as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2026. The announcement comes as the company moves forward with its planned separation into two independent, publicly traded entities. According to the company’s official statement, Cahillane will also serve as CEO of one of the …
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Bulgarian company Cupffee has introduced the world’s first edible coffee cup, designed to offer a sustainable alternative to single-use plastic cups in the beverage and hospitality sectors. Made from seven locally sourced ingredients such as oat bran, wheat flour, and coconut oil, the cup is free from artificial additives, preservatives, sweeteners, …
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Amcor has announced a major expansion of its printing, lamination and converting capabilities in North America to support growing demand for flexible packaging in the protein market. The investment, described as one of the company’s largest to date, focuses on the meat, poultry and seafood sectors, where Amcor has an established presence. …
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Mondelēz International has partnered with packaging supplier DS Smith to pilot paper-based packaging for its Cadbury Heroes range in the UK, marking a shift from traditional plastic tubs. The trial, which introduces 300,000 paper tubs, will be available for a limited time across Tesco stores nationwide starting in October. This “test …
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Lay’s, the world’s leading potato chip brand, is launching its most significant brand redesign in nearly 100 years, reimagining both its packaging and product recipes to highlight its farm-to-bag story. Despite being made from real, farm-grown potatoes, 42% of consumers remain unaware of this fact. With the refreshed visual identity, Lay’s aims to change that …
In a move aimed at addressing growing sustainability demands and upcoming regulations like the European Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), ExxonMobil has partnered with Hosokawa Alpine and IMA Ilapak to develop an innovative, recyclable cheese packaging solution. The collaboration is part of ExxonMobil’s new Signature Polymers portfolio, which consolidates its polyolefin products under a …
Henkel Adhesive Technologies has announced a reduction in the carbon footprint of its hot melt adhesive, Technomelt Supra 130 Cool, while maintaining the product’s existing formulation and performance characteristics. The company reports a minimum 20% reduction in CO₂ emissions, measured from cradle to gate, across its European production network. Used …
Lecta Self-Adhesives has introduced Adestor Gloss GP PFAS-free, a self-adhesive label material designed for high grease resistance, targeting food packaging applications such as cured meats, cheeses, oils, and ready meals. The new product offers a per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)-free formulation, aligning with current European regulations and the sector’s growing focus …
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UFlex, a major flexible packaging manufacturer, has introduced a new single-pellet resin that blends recycled PET with virgin PET for direct use in food and beverage packaging. The innovation meets India’s new food safety and sustainability regulations and could significantly ease the transition to recycled content for FMCG brands across the MEA region. …
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