Industry News
Nestlé joins initiative to build compostable to-go cup
As part of the NextGen Cup Challenge, Nestlé is joining forces with other industry partners to help build a fully recyclable, compostable fibre cup. [ + ]
Brambles to sell its re-usable plastic containers business
Brambles has announced plans to sell its IFCO re-usable plastic containers business for US$2.51 billion. [ + ]
Bags to break down with food waste
South Australian plastics manufacturer BioBag World Australia will start producing compostable bags for food waste as the state moves to eliminate single-use plastics. [ + ]
Link between food allergies and multiple sclerosis
Evidence has been found connecting food allergies (but not other allergies) and relapses of multiple sclerosis. [ + ]
How to make watermelon last longer
Research has found that a small level of ethylene reduces the shelf life of watermelon, despite the fact it was previously thought to not be affected by the gas. [ + ]
ProPak Asia
ProPak Asia will be held from 12–15 June in Bangkok, Thailand. 1900 exhibitors from 50 countries will display 20,000 products and solutions. [ + ]
Home-cooked meals trump convenience
Three-quarters of Australians have a home-cooked meal on any given day, highlighting the popularity of preparing fresh meals despite the rising demand for convenience. [ + ]
Taking guard of milk processing
Dairy plant operators could potentially save millions using a technology that has been developed to monitor dairy processing waste streams in real time. [ + ]
Australia gains access to more packaging machinery
Packaging Machinery Australia (PMA) has opened offices in Melbourne and Sydney, bringing global brands and local support to the Australian market. [ + ]
Finalists announced for APPMA Awards of Excellence
Foodmach, HMPS and Bio-Steam are among those in the running to win awards in the APPMA Awards of Excellence. [ + ]
Recognising labelling and decoration in packaging design
The 2019 Packaging Innovation & Design Awards (PIDA) will include a new award category for labelling and decoration. [ + ]
JBS unveils new Queensland head office
JBS Australia has opened a new Northern Division head office administration facility in Dinmore, Queensland, after the company outgrew its existing office space. [ + ]
Making meal kits successful
California-based True Food Innovations recognised shelf life is a key differentiator for retail meal kits to be commercially viable for nationwide distribution. [ + ]
Valorising waste in dairy processing the European way
AgriChemWhey is tackling dairy waste by building an industrial-scale biorefinery to valorise over 25,000 tonnes of excess WP and DLP per year. [ + ]
Make accessibility part of your packaging design
A new award will recognise package designs that address ease of use and accessibility. [ + ]
