Innovation and design to rule at the AIP’s National Technical Forums
13 February, 2017Forty-two speakers, including eight internationals, will cover a broad range of topics relating to the theme Innovation and Design at this year's National Technical Forums.
People in packaging: Roya Khalil
08 February, 2017 | Supplied by: Australian Institute of PackagingRoya Khalil explains why she believes the CPP designation is so important to the packaging industry.
HACCP releases pest management standard for food industry
08 February, 2017 | Supplied by: HACCP AustraliaHACCP Australia has released a new standard for pest management services for the food industry, meeting international best practice both in its development and in terms of the standard itself.
New book examines product stewardship in action
06 February, 2017 | Supplied by: Australian Institute of PackagingA new book available from the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) examines how and why leading companies are taking responsibility for the environmental impact of their products and packaging.
Exports keep the meat industry growing
06 February, 2017 | Supplied by: IBISWorldMeat processors are benefiting from strong export demand for Australian beef, with many making large gains in IBISWorld's Top 100 Food & Beverage list.
Another reason to attend AUSPACK
02 February, 2017 | Supplied by: Australian Institute of PackagingRegistrations are now open for the 2017 National Technical Forums. Featuring 42 international and local speakers over four days, the 2017 National Technical Forums are another reason to make sure you attend AUSPACK.
Christmas retail boost won't last: index
01 February, 2017 | Supplied by: CHEP AustraliaThe latest edition of the AFGC CHEP Retail Index has predicted that a lift in retail turnover growth over the December quarter will be short-lived, with the early months of 2017 expected to see a return to the trend of slowing growth that characterised 2016.
Second edition of the Illustrated Glossary of Packaging Terminology
30 January, 2017 | Supplied by: Australian Institute of PackagingThe second edition of the Illustrated Glossary of Packaging Terminology, a comprehensive guide to packaging terminology, is now available from the AIP bookstore.
Augmented reality and AUSPACK
25 January, 2017It's possible that augmented reality (AR) will transform packaging into a dynamic marketing tool that will to revolutionise the industry. And you can be one of the first to experience this.
One-click tool for food chemical toxicity information
24 January, 2017OpenFoodTox is an open-source database that provides instant information about the toxicity of chemicals found in the food and feed chain.
Food industry partnership to help Africa feed its growing population
20 January, 2017US flour-milling and ingredient company Ardent Mills is joining US not-for-profit Partners in Food Solutions in an effort to improve food security, nutrition and economic development across Africa, where the population is expected to double by 2050.
Last chance to apply for the 2017 APPMA Annual Scholarship!
12 January, 2017 | Supplied by: APPMATime is running out to apply for the ninth annual APPMA Scholarship program.
Researchers develop oral Salmonella vaccine
12 January, 2017Researchers have developed an oral vaccine against Salmonella poisoning.
Innovia Group acquired by label giant CCL
12 January, 2017 | Supplied by: CCL Label Healthcare AustraliaCCL Industries Inc will acquire Innovia Group, a specialist in BOPP films and polymer banknote substrate, for CAN$1.13 billion.
Al Dahra Agriculture acquires WA feed processor Glenvar Hay
11 January, 2017Al Dahra Agriculture, a prominent international feed and food agribusiness player, has acquired the majority shares of Australian feed processor Glenvar Hay Pty Limited.
