Nescafé Launches Major Rebrand and Sustainability Focus Amid Changing Coffee Trends

  Nescafé, a leading coffee brand with an 85-year history, has unveiled a major rebranding initiative to modernize its image in response to the evolving coffee landscape. The refresh encompasses iconic pack designs across its product range, such as Nescafé Original, Nescafé Gold Blend, Nescafé Azera, and Nescafé Frothy Coffee, with the aim of standing …

Nestlé Advances Towards Waste-Free Future

  Nestlé continues its strides towards a waste-free future with significant progress in reducing packaging waste and enhancing waste management efforts. Over the past five years, since pledging commitment to the Global Commitment on plastic waste, Nestlé, along with other leading signatories, has surpassed market expectations in reducing virgin plastic usage and increasing recyclability, states …

ProAmpac Unveils Moisture-Protecting Breakthrough in Flexible Packaging Technology

  ProAmpac, a major player in flexible packaging and material science, has launched ProActive Intelligence Moisture Protect (MP-1000), a breakthrough moisture-adsorbing technology. This patent-pending innovation, using Aptar’s CSP Technologies’ 3-Phase Activ-Polymer™ platform technology, eliminates the need for desiccant packets. MP-1000 aims to reduce moisture levels in packaging headspace, beneficial for applications like point-of-care diagnostic kits, …

Ferrero Rocher Unleashes Sustainable Packaging Initiative

Ferrero Rocher has embarked on a journey of eco-conscious packaging since 2019, expanding to the rollout with the 24-piece gift box in 2023.   This heralds a momentous breakthrough, as the celebrated chocolatier undertakes a steadfast commitment to render all its packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable. Crafted from polypropylene (PP), the eco-designed boxes are a …

Toblerone Innovates Packaging for Premium Chocolate Experience

  Mondelēz International (Nasdaq: MDLZ) has unveiled a transformative shift for its iconic Toblerone chocolate brand, introducing innovative formats and a refreshed brand signature, “Never Square.” The move is supported by substantial investments in premium product offerings, marketing, advertising, and expanded distribution in key markets.   Inspired by luxury brands, the global “Never Square” campaign …

Coveris unveils new recyclable MonoFlex Thermoform packaging

  Coveris, a leading packaging solutions provider, has unveiled a groundbreaking advancement in thermoforming film packaging—MonoFlex Thermoform. This recyclable solution offers a sustainable alternative to the non-recyclable materials typically used in the food packaging sector.   Developed from high-performance monomaterials, MonoFlex Thermoform marks a shift from non-recyclable, mixed-material thermoforming substrates, contributing to a substantial reduction …

TotalEnergies Boosts Use of Recycled Plastics in Lubricant Bottles

  TotalEnergies, a major player in the energy sector, has taken a significant step towards sustainability by incorporating 50% post-consumer recycled polyethylene in the packaging of its premium lubricants range in Europe. The platinum-coloured bottles are produced by the company’s own polymers segment.   This initiative follows a successful pilot project launched in 2021 with …

Aptar Beauty Introduces Mono Micro: A Monomaterial Airless Dispenser for Sustainable Packaging

Aptar Beauty, a division of global consumer packaging company Aptar, has unveiled its inaugural monomaterial airless dispenser, known as Mono Micro. Initially introduced across the Micro 30ml range, the company intends to extend this sustainable solution to encompass the entire Micro range.   The Mono Micro distinguishes itself by being crafted entirely from polyethylene (PE), …

Sidel Unveils Ultra-Small, Ultra-Light PET Bottle for Liquid Dairy Products

  Sidel has introduced a new PET bottle designed to provide a competitive edge for liquid dairy manufacturers. The miniature-sized bottle, catering to capacities between 65ml to 150ml, is particularly suited for products like drinking and probiotic yogurts, fitting seamlessly into both ambient and cold chain processes. Additionally, its versatility extends to applications in the …

Sidel Introduces New Returnable PET Bottle for Carbonated Beverages

  In response to the upcoming European regulations that emphasize the adoption of circular packaging and returnable bottles, Sidel has unveiled a dedicated PET bottle tailored for carbonated beverages, with a focus on long-lasting reusability.   The European Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation has set the stage for the promotion of a circular economy, placing …