KIND Launches Fully Recyclable Paper Wrapper, Marking Shift in Snack Packaging

    KIND Snacks has introduced a fully recyclable paper wrapper in select Whole Foods Market locations across the United States, a move that may signal a turning point in snack food packaging. The new wrapper, made from a How2Recycle pre-qualified, curbside-recyclable paper, is part of a broader pilot aimed at reducing single-use plastics in …

Borealis Introduces High-Performance rLLDPE Grade with 85% PCR for Flexible Packaging

    Borealis has launched Borcycle™ M CWT120CL, a new recycled linear low density polyethylene (rLLDPE) grade containing 85% post-consumer recyclate (PCR). Developed in collaboration with Ecoplast, a Borealis Group company, the grade is designed for non-food flexible packaging, including stretch film, stretch hood, and agricultural or protective films.   The material marks a technical …

Rasasi Perfumes Launches Hawas Fire and Hawas Pink with Striking New Packaging

  Rasasi Perfumes has unveiled two new additions to its Hawas collection: Hawas Fire and Hawas Pink. Building on the success of Hawas and Hawas Ice, the brand advances its innovation in fragrance design and packaging.     Hawas Fire presents a bold interpretation of intensity and sophistication. The bottle features a sleek, rectangular silhouette …

Berry Global Advances Printed Shrink Film for Packaging Innovation

  Berry Global’s Printed Shrink Film Team continues to expand its role in product packaging, offering advanced shrink film solutions that combine product protection with branding capabilities.     With more than 20 years of experience, the team delivers services ranging from film development and printing to technical and customer support. Their approach includes creative …

Nestlé Partners with Dubai AI Campus to Develop AI-Powered Product Innovation Tool

    Nestlé has announced a partnership with Dubai AI Campus to develop an artificial intelligence-powered tool designed to identify product innovation opportunities. The initiative will analyze emerging trends and provide consumer insights, supporting Nestlé in making data-driven decisions and advancing product development. The agreement was formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding signed at the …

SIG Forecasts Robust Double-Digit Growth for Terra Portfolio Throughout 2024

SIG reported a 15% increase in sales for its SIG Terra portfolio of sustainable packaging materials for aseptic cartons in 2024. This growth exceeds the company’s overall 6% revenue increase in carton packaging, reflecting the growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions. SIG Terra is designed to reduce the environmental impact of packaging. In 2024, approximately …

Amcor Introduces Recyclable Paper Refill Pack for Instant Coffee and Dry Beverages

Amcor has launched a new paper-based refill pack for instant coffee and dry beverages as part of its AmFiber™ Performance Paper range. The stand-up pouch, initially introduced in the Middle East, Africa region and Europe, is designed to be recyclable while maintaining product integrity. The pouch contains 85% fiber content and is certified for recyclability …

Berry Global Develops Durable Packaging for Vamoosh Plug Unblocker

  Berry Global has collaborated with cleaning product manufacturer Vamoosh to develop a packaging solution for its Plug Hole Unblocker, addressing the challenges posed by the product’s chemical composition.   Through research and testing, Berry determined that conventional PET and HDPE materials lacked the required durability for the specialist chemicals used in the unblocker. To …

GulfPack Expands BOPP Film Production with New Facility

    Gulf Packaging Industries Co. (GulfPack), a manufacturer of BOPP, CPP, and metallized films, has signed contracts for a major expansion to increase its production capacity. The company will add two new 10.4-meter-wide BOPP production lines at a new facility, boosting its BOPP film output from 183,000 tons per annum (TPA) to approximately 318,000 …

Ranpak to Showcase Sustainable Packaging Solutions at SiTL 2025

  Ranpak Holdings Corp. is set to make its debut at SiTL 2025, one of Europe’s key events for the transportation and logistics industry, taking place in France. The company will present its innovative sustainable packaging solutions, aimed at addressing the growing global demand for more eco-friendly and efficient packaging in supply chains. Founded in …