Solving the limitations for paper packaging with coating strategy
30 January, 2026Paper can represent as a sustainable packaging alternative, but its poor resistance to water and oil has limited its use in food applications — now researchers have developed a strategy.
Keeping PEZ tablets rolling consistently with print upgrade
29 January, 2026PEZ confectionery has been enjoyed for generations with its collectible dispensers, but behind the scenes it is a fast-paced operation that has now improved its print quality and reduced downtime.
Food loss vs packaging waste, global position paper released
19 January, 2026 by Nerida Kelton, FAIP Executive Director; AIP Vice President Sustainability; Save Food – WPO | Supplied by: Australian Institute of PackagingThe Navigating the Food Loss & Waste Paradox paper explores the balance between food packaging waste and food loss to help inspire optimum solutions.
Celebrating 85th anniversary of CRYOVAC food packaging
16 January, 2026 | Supplied by: SEESealed Air Corporation is marking this milestone anniversary with a year-long celebration that reflects on the legacy of the CRYOVAC brand food packaging.
2026 ANZ PIDA WorldStar winners announced
16 January, 2026 | Supplied by: Australian Institute of PackagingSeven Australian and New Zealand companies have received international recognition in the latest round of WorldStar Packaging Awards.
KRAIBURG TPE FC/CM3/AD1 compound series
08 December, 2025 | Supplied by: Kraiburg TPEThe KRAIBURG TPE FC/CM3/AD1 compound series with adhesion to polar thermoplastics is designed for applications involving contact with fatty foods.
Apricot packaging goes linerless
05 December, 2025 | Supplied by: Ravenwood Packaging LtdBlossom Hill Packing has introduced a linerless fruit lid/fibre-based tray combo as part of its commitment to sustainability in fresh produce packaging.
Edenvale Foods focuses on product innovation with the help of automation
26 November, 2025 | Supplied by: Perfect AutomationAs the functional snackfood business enters its next phase, it became crucial to upscale to a more advanced packaging solution.
Digital labelling trial proposal in NZ for certain imported food
21 November, 2025The New Zealand Minister for Food Safety is seeking feedback on a proposal to enable a trial of digital labelling for certain imported food sold in designated retail stores.
Intelligent packaging solutions for the bakery industry
20 November, 2025There have been many advancements in the bakery industry in recent years, particularly in the area of process and packaging machines.
Coca-Cola bottler in India boosts capacity for high season
19 November, 2025 | Supplied by: KHS Pacific Pty LtdSoft drinks bottler SLMG Beverages has increased the capacity at its facility in Chhata by 35% using an InnoPET TriBlock from KHS.
CCEP's reverse vending machine rollout
07 November, 2025Coca-Cola Europacific Partners' first RVM has opened in Moorabbin, with others planned across Australia to help boost recycling points for beverage container recycling.
Sidel EvoBLOW Laser
07 November, 2025 | Supplied by: Sidel Oceania Pty LtdSidel introduced the EvoBLOW Laser to the Middle East at Gulfood Manufacturing 2025.
Smarter 'natural' packaging for food of the future
05 November, 2025From food waste sugars into natural plastic films, researchers at Monash University are creating smarter bioplastics for single-use temperature-sensitive packaging applications.
Eye-catching lidding for a 'Wicked' dessert
03 November, 2025 | Supplied by: Jet TechnologiesJet Technologies partnered with Australian dessert brand Wicked Sister to deliver eye-catching packaging for its collaboration with Wicked: For Good, in cinemas on 20 November.
