Every beginning of year brings a mood of renovation. But 2013 began like 2012 did not end. Most of the companies seem to keep the same path of the previous year, reflected in two purposes: to recover the losses of the last years and to increase the results in the next five years. But there [...]
Companies around the world are talking about ideation. Multidisciplinary groups are formed everyday in an attempt to solve all kinds of problems, since minor procedure company issues to big products/services breakthroughs. And the main goal is always the same: do things better, different and more profitable. It is important to separate ideas from innovation. Even [...]
Chile –A new standard proposed by a Chilean senator for nutrition labelling is generating several debates, six months before takes effect. The problem is that the Ministry of Health is establishing regulations on which products must bear a label on its packaging saying if they are high in sodium, fat, calories or sugar. Guido Girardi, [...]
U.S.A. – Once seen exclusively in glass bottles, fans of craft brews now find their beverage of choice in aluminum cans – and, frequently, it’s not the usual 12 oz can. For example, Oskar Blues Brewery of Lyons, Colo., the first craft brewery to offer beer in a can, has begun packaging its signature Dale’s [...]
Finland – Just how much more resourceful can we be in finding new biodegradable packaging solutions? Well, according to the VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland one answer has been lying unnoticed beneath our feet: readily available peat. Instead of using it as a source of energy, VTT has developed methods and product innovations for [...]
Australia – The Australian pharmacy sector has recently seen the introduction of two packaging breakthroughs: one, the world’s first carbon neutral paper bag; the second, a WorldStar 2012 award-winning packaging system for elderly patients to manage multiple daily medications. The carbon neutral paper bag has been brought to market by Stirling Fildes, an Australian-owned pharmacy [...]
Japan – Global logistics company DHL’s Supply Chain division in Japan has developed Multipurpose Returnable Containers (MRC) that can reduce the environmental footprint during shipping of precision equipment by reusing the containers multiple times. Under a three-year agreement with DHL Supply Chain Japan, the container will be used in Fujitsu Limited’s IA server repair service. [...]
South Africa – Companies across KwaZulu-Natal had an opportunity to flex their green muscles in the Waste Management Awards staged by the Institute of Waste Management of Southern Africa and South Africa’s Department of Agriculture & Environmental Affairs. This biennial awards programme, currently KZN based but likely to be expanded in the future, recognises best [...]
South Africa – The label fraternity – suppliers, printers and brand owners – came together recently at the Rako Labels Innovation Workshop held at Cape Town’s Capricorn Park Conference Centre. The idea behind the event, hosted by Rako Labels’ MD, Uwe Bögl, was to provide a forum where valuable information could be exchanged, where participants [...]
South Africa – Inspired by a love of nature and the fine botanical ingredients indigenous to Africa, the MatsiMela Home Spa body care range was developed by husband and wife team, Wayne and Olivia Nel. In Sotho (one of South Africa’s 11 official languages), MatsiMela means roots. Ian Robbie, MD of Perfect Pak Designer, was [...]
South Africa – Two South African-developed Limited Edition Quality Street variants – Eastern Delights and Dessert Delights – are inspired by exotic taste experiences. The Eastern Delights Pack contains three traditional flavours popular among Indian consumers during Eid and Diwali festivities, while Dessert Delights is targeted at consumers looking for indulgent flavours to add festive flair [...]
China – Single Serve Packaging Pty Ltd intends to introduce Lupe Wines-branded PET single serve wine glasses to the massive Chinese market. The company says plans are underway to collaborate with a Chinese winemaker and also start production in China in the next 12-24 months. A simple and practical solution, the PET single serve wine [...]
Japan – Global logistics company DHL’s Supply Chain division in Japan has developed Multipurpose Returnable Containers (MRC) that can reduce the environmental footprint during shipping of precision equipment by reusing the containers multiple times. Under a three-year agreement with DHL Supply Chain Japan, the container will be used in Fujitsu Limited’s IA server repair service. [...]
China – Local dairy giant Yili has introduced a premium milkshake product in China, featuring packaging design with a Scandinavian touch for brand differentiation. The company wanted to capture a market opportunity in the premium dairy beverage market, by developing a new high-end milkshake that comes in two flavours – chocolate and papaya. Born out [...]
Australia – Australia Plastics recycling specialist, Replas, is to establish a state-of-the-art plastics recycling facility on the outskirts of Brisbane, the first of its kind in Queensland and the only operation in the state that will be able to process a full range of plastic packaging materials, including shopping bags, shrink-wrap films, sterile wrap and [...]
Australia – A brand and packaging makeover for Nestle Purina’s Fancy Feast range of cat food has reinforced its market-leading position and made it the fastest growing brand in wet cat food segment. Wet cat food is the largest segment within the Australian Pet Care category and Fancy Feast holds 22.9 per cent share of [...]
Australia – In time for the country’s celebration of national holiday Australia Day, on 26 January, leading specialty chicken retailer Lenard’s had lined up its newest launch for the barbecue: a cook-in bag developed by UK company Qbag. Lenard’s is calling it the Barbie Bag, and laying claim to pioneering the ‘BBQ in a Bag’ [...]
Finland – Just how much more resourceful can we be in finding new biodegradable packaging solutions? Well, according to the VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland one answer has been lying unnoticed beneath our feet: readily available peat. Instead of using it as a source of energy, VTT has developed methods and product innovations for [...]
UK – Consumers are now more easily able to spoon or sprinkle their favourite spices into recipes or onto served meals as a result of the introduction of an ingenious new dual feature cap produced by RPC Containers Halstead. The injection moulded gloss black PP closure has been developed for the Bristol (UK) based Bart [...]
Ukraine– The strict regulations that govern all aspects of pharmaceutical packaging place an enormous responsibility upon the supply chain to ensure that the level and quality of production achieves the highest possible standards – not least in folding carton applications, for which it is mandatory that there is no deviation in the physical properties of [...]
Brazil – For the first time, Johnnie Walker whisky brand invites Brazilians to be co-authors of a special packaging. Since mid-January, brand fans in Facebook can vote for phrases and images of authors and artists about three subjects, chosen to represent the Brazilian soul: passion, creativity and beauty. The vote runs until February 14, when [...]
Argentina and Chile – 2012 was an interesting year for the bottler and brewer CCU group. The companyrecently reported a 7.6% growth in sales volumes for the last year, followed by a significant increase in Chile (9.3%) in opposition to a decrease (1.9%) in Argentina. The performance gave enough support to the plans for this [...]
Chile –A new standard proposed by a Chilean senator for nutrition labelling is generating several debates, six months before takes effect. The problem is that the Ministry of Health is establishing regulations on which products must bear a label on its packaging saying if they are high in sodium, fat, calories or sugar. Guido Girardi, [...]
U.S.A. – Unlike the traditional microwaveable popcorn bag, the Pop Up Bowl features a wider mouth, sturdier sides and transparent top and bottom to make it easy to share Orville Redenbacher’s popcorn from ConAgra Foods Canada, Inc., Mississauga, Ontario. “When it comes to snacking, consumers are looking for something easy, delicious and convenient,” says Harminder [...]
U.S.A. – A stock, hot-fillable 16-ounce polyethylene terephthalate (PET) decanter from Amcor Rigid Plastics, Ann Arbor, Mich., convinces a co-packer of restaurant foods to adopt its first plastic container. Old South Foods, Lucama, N.C., launches the first commercial application for the container for the original, sweet and mild, hot and spicy, and eastern vinegar flavors [...]
U.S.A. – Once seen exclusively in glass bottles, fans of craft brews now find their beverage of choice in aluminum cans – and, frequently, it’s not the usual 12 oz can. For example, Oskar Blues Brewery of Lyons, Colo., the first craft brewery to offer beer in a can, has begun packaging its signature Dale’s [...]
The Automation Conference offers peer-to-peer education for professionals in packaging, processing and manufacturing. Learn how to increase efficiency with automation technologies. This year’s presenters include PepsiCo, Ken’s Foods, Perrigo, Nova Chemicals, and other leading companies. Visit www.TheAutomationConference.com or call us for more information at 800-355-5595. Start Date: May 14, 2013
U.S.A. – Hand-blown glass bottles with paper labels, neckbands and hand-assembled stoppers provide shelf impact for Luna Nueva Tequila and help expand its distribution in the United States, while a limited-edition, soft-touch matte-pink bottle for Alacran Tequila gives consumers an additional purchasing incentive. Sale of the pink bottle results in a donation to a variety [...]
Brazil – According to Brazilian Association of Corrugated Cardboard (ABPO) projections, domestic sales of this important barometer of economic activity in the country may grow 3.5% in 2013. The forecast considers high projected 2% of GDP of manufacturing industry and the replacement of other types of packaging materials for cardboard. The advance of the corrugated [...]
Argentina and Brazil – One 750 ml champagne bottle, labeled and sealed with a hood and a Christmas star embossed; but, with beer inside. Stella Artois has launched a commemorative edition celebrating the history of the brand, developed in 1366 by Sebastian Artois, owner of a brewery in Leuven (Leuven), to give the local residents [...]
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