DS Smith has partnered with Romanian agricultural cooperative Serele SupeR to replace ten million single-use plastic packages with fibre-based corrugated cardboard solutions for fresh tomato products. The project was implemented following an assessment of existing plastic packaging formats and resulted in the development of four recyclable corrugated punnets designed for different cherry tomato …
Amcor and Laïta win Zero Impact Packaging Trophy for recyclable cheese packaging
Amcor and French dairy cooperative Laïta have been recognised at the 2025 Zero Impact Packaging Trophies in the ‘flexible – complex packaging’ category for a new recyclable packaging solution for Paysan Breton Emmental cheese blocks. The award recognises the replacement of a previous non-recyclable multi-material structure with Amcor’s AmPrima® PP film in …
Continue reading “Amcor and Laïta win Zero Impact Packaging Trophy for recyclable cheese packaging”
Mitsubishi Chemical develops PFAS-free barrier coating for paper-based food packaging
Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation (MCC) has developed a new coating technology that imparts gas barrier and oil-resistant properties to paper-based packaging, using its proprietary SoarnoL™ solution. The development is positioned as a PFAS-free alternative for food packaging applications, addressing growing regulatory concerns around per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The technology enables the …
Hotpack adjusts production as UAE enforces second phase of single-use plastic ban
Dubai, UAE – As the UAE prepares to implement the second phase of its nationwide single-use plastic ban from January 1, 2026, local packaging manufacturers, including Hotpack, are adjusting materials, production lines, and supply chains to meet the expanded regulatory requirements set by the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE). This phase …
Continue reading “Hotpack adjusts production as UAE enforces second phase of single-use plastic ban”
Apax funds invest in iD Fresh Food to support expansion of cold-chain packaging operations
Funds advised by Apax Partners have acquired a significant minority stake in iD Fresh Food through a secondary transaction involving Premji Invest and NewQuest. Both existing investors will retain a portion of their stake following the deal. Financial terms have not been disclosed. The transaction is aimed at supporting the company’s …
ALCA Corp debuts world’s first products filled on SIG’s new in-line aseptic pouch system
SIG and ALCA Corp have announced the launch of the first commercial products filled on SIG’s next-generation aseptic spouted pouch system featuring in-line pouch sterilization. The new system, SIG Prime 55 In-Line Aseptic, removes the need for third-party pre-sterilization of pouches. The debut will take place at Anuga 2025 in Cologne, Germany, from …
PURA Beverage Company Secures R260 Million Investment to Expand Global Reach
PURA Beverage Company, a dual-headquartered disruptor in the non-alcoholic drinks sector, has announced a R260 million investment from a leading global investment firm. The funding is expected to fast-track the company’s international expansion and deepen its footprint in the fast-growing, USD 1.4 trillion global non-alcoholic beverage market. Founded in 2017, PURA has …
Continue reading “PURA Beverage Company Secures R260 Million Investment to Expand Global Reach”
Nadec Revamps Flavoured Labneh Packaging with Gentlebrand Collaboration
Gentlebrand, a Sidel company, has collaborated with Saudi Arabia’s Nadec to redesign its flavoured Labneh line, aiming to appeal to a younger, more diverse consumer base while preserving the product’s cultural heritage. The refreshed packaging emphasizes three pillars: shelf impact, flavour expression, and intuitive navigation. Each variant—‘Chili,’ ‘Zaatar,’ and ‘Olives’—features …
Continue reading “Nadec Revamps Flavoured Labneh Packaging with Gentlebrand Collaboration”
Alpro Launches Connected Packaging Game for New Kids’ Range
29 July 2025, London – Alpro, Danone’s plant-based brand, has introduced a connected packaging experience in partnership with Appetite Creative to support the launch of its new Alpro Kids range. The range includes an oat-based chocolate drink, a strawberry-flavoured soya drink, and soya-based alternatives to yoghurt in vanilla and strawberry …
Continue reading “Alpro Launches Connected Packaging Game for New Kids’ Range”
Hubergroup Launches First Production Facility for Direct Food Contact Inks in India
Hubergroup Print Solutions has officially opened India’s first dedicated facility for manufacturing Direct Food Contact (DFC) inks at its Silvassa site. This milestone marks a strategic development for the packaging industry in India and the broader MEA region, setting a precedent for safer and more sustainable packaging solutions. The new plant, …