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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Almarai Company has announced the signing of a share purchase agreement to acquire 100% of the shares in Pure Beverages Industry Company, in a transaction valued at SAR 1.040 billion. Pure Beverages Industry Company is recognized as a key player in Saudi Arabia’s bottled water market, operating under the brands “Ival” and “Oska.” The company …
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Edita Frozen Food Industries has announced the launch of a new line of frozen acroissants, viennoiseries, and breads tailored for the food service sector. The products were showcased at the CAFEX 2025 exhibition, which featured over 120 exhibitors from the café and restaurant industry. The new line meets the high standards of …
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The government has waived taxes on packaging materials used in tea production in a bid to reduce costs for smallholder farmers and increase earnings through value addition. Speaking today in Kericho during a meeting with chairpersons of KTDA-managed smallholder tea factories from the West of Rift region, Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe …
