Klöckner Pentaplast kp Elite Nova MAP tray
11 July, 2025Klöckner Pentaplast has launched the kp Elite Nova — a next-generation modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) tray that is claimed to be the lightest in its class.
AIP flexible packaging training at Foodtech Packtech
11 July, 2025Two AIP training courses will be held in New Zealand at Foodtech Packtech on 4 September.
Jet Technologies Premium Die-Cut Lidding Solutions
10 July, 2025Jet Technologies' die-cut lidding solutions combine performance, versatility and visual impact.
East Coast Canning + Printing BulletProof digitally printed can
10 July, 2025After three years of development, New South Wales-based East Coast Canning + Printing (East Coast) has unveiled its 'BulletProof' durable digitally printed can.
Recyclable packaging solution for root vegetables
09 July, 2025Parkside worked with a vegetable box supplier to develop a recyclable packaging solution that keeps root vegetables fresh throughout its supply chain.
Returnable deli containers on trial in two NZ supermarkets
08 July, 2025New World is planning to trial a returnable container system at two of its stores in NZ, supporting Foodstuffs' goals to reduce single-use packaging and waste to landfill.
Nestlé and IBM partner to identify novel packaging materials
04 July, 2025Nestlé R&D partners with IBM Research to develop AI tools to identify food packaging material that meets functional and sustainable requirements.
Koor refillable bottle
03 July, 2025Koor has designed an easy-to-refill packaging solution as an alternative to single-use food pouches.
Getting a handle on a shrink bag for turkey
17 June, 2025Amcor has developed a sustainable shrink handle bag for a turkey brand, which is designed to reduce material and improve production efficiency.
Edible packaging getting closer to reality
11 June, 2025Using milk protein and cellulose derived from plants, Penn State researchers have developed thin fibres that could hold potential for creating edible food packaging, and more.
Pact's recycled milk bottle resin passes US FDA tests
11 June, 2025Pact Group's rFresh 100 food-grade recycled plastic is now US-FDA compliant, which means new milk bottles can be manufactured with up to 100% recycled resin.
A fresh take on strawberry punnets launched at Hort Connections
04 June, 2025Perfection Fresh has partnered with Detpak to launch a new strawberry packaging designed to maximise freshness and shelf appeal in the berry aisle.
Sustainable packaging a key strategy and bottleneck for F&B brands: new research
28 May, 2025A new white paper from Avery Dennison explores how innovative pressure-sensitive labels can help enable packaging circularity throughout the value chain.
Balancing packaging waste and food waste through data-driven design
22 May, 2025 by Timothy Grant, Director of Lifecycles and Beatriz Reutter, Senior LCA Scientist, Lifecycles (owners and operators of PIQET)*While there has been considerable focus on reducing packaging waste, it's important to recognise the benefits of reducing food waste through data-driven packaging design.
KHS Factor 100 PET lightweight bottle
21 May, 2025KHS has engineered one of the world's lightest PET bottles for still beverages.
