LATEST NEWSACG unveils desiccant-based cold-form laminate for pharma products in India ACG, the worlds most integrated provider of solid-dosage and packaging solutions, has announced the launch of DryPod, a next-generation desiccant-based cold-form laminate engineered to protect highly moisture-sensitive drug molecules.DryPod marks a major advancement for pharmaceutical manufacturers who have long grappled with limited availability, rigid technologies, and compatibility issues withiRead More Starlinger Champions Plastic as the Packaging of the Future with Circular and High-Tech Bag…
LATEST NEWSSeoul Dairy is bringing SIG Terra Alu-free + Full barrier to shelves, the first aseptic carton recognized as recyclable under Korean regulations In a landmark move to boost sustainability in packaging, Seoul Dairy Cooperative (SDC), Koreas leading milk producer, has become the first company in the country to launch products in aluminum-layer-free full barrier aseptic carton packs that are recognized as recyclable under the countrys recyclability grading system. In a first move, SDC will offer organic white milk in SIG Terra Alu-free + FullRead More New glass dosing bottle…
Inroads to Packaging BusinessHello friends, The packaging industry is experiencing robust growth worldwide, driven by ongoing innovations and the increasing need for effective, safe, and sustainable solutions. Experts forecast the global packaging market to nearly double over the coming decade, reaching as much as USD 299.1 billion by 2035. Many decision makers are actively searching for the latest technologies, materials, and suppliers but may miss out on key developments and options.As part of the PackagingConnections.com network — established in March 2005 — we serve packaging…
LATEST NEWSTOPPAN Group Launches Hybrid Line Manufacturing BOPP and BOPE Films for Sustainable Packaging TOPPAN Inc. (TOPPAN), a TOPPAN Group company and wholly owned subsidiary of TOPPAN Holdings Inc., and its India-based subsidiary TOPPAN Speciality Films Private Limited (TSF), have installed a hybrid manufacturing line capable of producing both biaxially-oriented polypropylene (BOPP) film and biaxially-oriented polyethylene (BOPE) on the same machine. With an extensive track record in the productiRead More Amcor expands protein packaging capacity in one of its largest investments…
LATEST NEWSAlcoa, Ball and Unilever debut carbon-free aluminium aerosol packaging Alcoa Corporation, Ball Corporation and Unilever have announced the first-ever use of ELYSIS carbon-free smelting technology in consumer aerosol packaging.Launched ahead of the UN Climate Change Conference (COP30), the partnership introduces an innovative aerosol can made with 50% ELYSIS aluminium and 50% post-consumer recycled content - one of the lowest-carbon packaging solutions of its kind.TheRead More Verallia taps LionGlass for low-carbon glass packaging for consumer products A bottled…
LATEST NEWSEdible Fungus Creates Liquid-Resistant Coating for Paper and Textiles Researchers from the University of Maine, US, developed a water-, oil-, and grease-resistant coating made from edible fungus.The film can be applied to materials like paper, denim, felt, and wood, showing potential for wrapping and cup coating applications.The team aims to optimize flexibility and scale production using existing systems.The team created a film that blocks water, oil, and grease. IRead More Whisky waste and fungi turned into compostable packaging Whisky by-products and…
LATEST NEWSWalmart and Avery Dennison launch RFID-enabled labels to boost food freshness Walmart has partnered with Avery Dennison to introduce radio-frequency identification (RFID) labelling to fresh food categories including meat, bakery and deli, in a move set to transform inventory management and reduce waste.The innovation tackles a long-standing challenge of applying RFID in high-moisture, cold environments such as meat cases. The new sensor technology, developed and tested by tRead More Scottish students to trial incentive-based recycling scheme The initiative, launched…
LATEST NEWSFuturaGene makes world-first regulatory submission for gene-edited eucalyptus FuturaGene, the biotechnology subsidiary of the worlds largest pulp supplier, Suzano, has formally submitted its first consultation letter to Brazils National Biosafety Technical Commission (CTNBio) regarding gene-edited eucalyptus.This marks the worlds first regulatory submission for gene-edited eucalyptus, made in accordance with CTNBios Normative Resolution No. 16 (RN 16), which contains provisRead More Karnataka Milk Federation to launch eco-friendly Nandini milk packets In a…
LATEST NEWSCoexpan and Eslava lead a pioneering solution to produce post-consumer rPS suitable for food contact through innovative technology Through the collaborative development of an innovative decontamination technology, currently at an advanced validation stage, both companies are laying the groundwork for the reintroduction of recycled polystyrene into the food circuit, complying with the most demanding safety and quality requirements.This advancement is a true example of the circular economy. Thanks to their decontamination systeRead More Elopak Unveils Groundbreaking Carton…
LATEST NEWSUK packaging tax takes effect today The EPR scheme aims to increase recycling rates by passing on the costs of recycling from local authorities to the companies selling the products.However, because the fee is calculated by weight, heavier materials like glass will be taxed more than lighter alternatives such as single-use plastics.Critics argue that this approach unfairly penalise glass, despite its environmental benefits such asRead More PFAS Could Be Replaced with Safe Graphene Oxide Solution The ProblemCurrent food packaging often relies on plastics…
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