AkzoNobel has introduced Accelshield™ 300, a bisphenol-free internal spray coating for beverage cans. This innovation, part of the company’s Packaging Coatings portfolio, aims to meet evolving regulatory demands while enhancing performance. The new coating is free of bisphenols, styrene, PFAS, and formaldehyde. Approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and several …
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For the fifth consecutive year, Trivium Packaging has been recognized at The Canmaker’s Can of the Year Awards for its advancements in sustainable and functional metal packaging. The awards, one of the longest-standing in the metal packaging industry, celebrate innovation in aluminum and steel packaging. Trivium won three accolades this year: a Gold …
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Amcor, in collaboration with Mespack, has introduced a 2-liter recycle-ready stand-up pouch for home care products such as liquid soaps, cleaners, and laundry detergents. This innovation addresses the technical challenges of larger-format pouches while meeting sustainability demands. Until now, recycle-ready pouches have been limited to sizes between 1 and 1.5 liters due to …
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smartwater by the Coca-Cola Company has launched a new line of 12-ounce aluminum cans in the United States, offering both its original and alkaline variants. This marks the first time vapor-distilled water has been available in this format. The cans are designed with a sleek, modern aesthetic, aiming to provide a functional and convenient …
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Guerlain has chosen Aptar Beauty as the supplier for pumps in its L’Art & La Matière collection, encompassing both fragrances and personal care products. The collaboration highlights Aptar Beauty’s Sensea fragrance pump and GSA dispensing pump, aligning functionality with Guerlain’s emphasis on luxury and refillability. The Sensea fragrance pump is utilized for all …
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UK-based sustainable packaging company Frugalpac is in discussions with South Africa’s CTP Packaging to establish a strategic partnership aimed at introducing Frugalpac’s low-carbon paper bottles to the South African market. The initiative seeks to reduce the carbon footprint of the country’s drinks industry. Frugalpac’s Frugal Bottle, made from 94% recycled paperboard and a …
Ball Corporation has introduced Dynamark™ Advanced Pro, an upgraded version of its proprietary printing technology for beverage cans in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). The new platform builds on the success of the original Dynamark™ series, offering advanced printing capabilities aimed at enhancing brand personalization and creativity. The enhanced technology enables …
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Blowplast, a Nairobi-based converter, has successfully integrated up to 50% post-consumer recycled (PCR) content in its blow-molded lubricant bottles, surpassing a sustainability benchmark set by East African brand owners. This milestone was achieved through the partial replacement of traditional HDPE with ExxonMobil’s Enable™ 4002 performance polyethylene. The challenge arose when local brand owners …
Berry Global has introduced its new DecoFusion™ tube technology, designed to improve branding and sustainability in the packaging market. The patented technology allows for 360° uninterrupted artwork and features thinner sidewalls, reducing material usage while enhancing the consumer experience. The new tubes are constructed using a hybrid technology process that combines high-resolution graphics …
Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, has introduced IntegoBag, a new solution designed for the construction industry. The paper bag aims to replace traditional paper bags by using a free film barrier layer, which simplifies recycling and helps preserve the shelf life of building materials. IntegoBag incorporates Mondi’s FunctionalBarrier Paper, …
