Innovia Films Propafilm CHBM high-barrier metallised BOPP film
19 October, 2026The Innovia Films Propafilm CHBM high-barrier metallised BOPP film is designed to replace aluminium foil in recyclable flexible packaging.
Pac Food Lined Sugarcane (LSC) Trays
12 October, 2026Pac Food's Lined Sugarcane Trays have now gained recyclability approval following assessment by the Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO).
SMaRT-Pack centre to help drive sustainable packaging transition
08 October, 2026Led by Monash University, the research centre has been launched to focus on the adoption of recyclable and compostable packaging alternatives.
Resealable pouches to preserve freshness of cucumbers
07 October, 2026StePacPPC's 3-in-1 zipper pouch has been used as a snack pack for baby cucumbers.
International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste
28 September, 2026AIP is recognising International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste on 29 September 2026, which is coordinated by the Food and Agriculture Organisation.
Transforming waste into UV-blocking food packaging
15 September, 2026Researchers in Japan have developed a sustainable strategy to upcycle microplastic waste into carbon quantum dots for use in food packaging films for fruit preservation applications.
APCO Platform for next phase of packaging reform in Australia
14 September, 2026Following the Australian Government's decision not to introduce a new national packaging scheme, APCO has released its policy positions for packaging reform.
Turning apple by-products into food packaging of the future
08 September, 2026A food technology student project at Massey University is exploring how food processing by-products can be transformed into sustainable packaging materials.
Packaging refresh for Victorian craft spirits brand
03 September, 2026Peacock Bros has worked with Organic Bay Distillery on a packaging redesign to help strengthen its shelf presence in Australia's crowded craft spirits market.
AIP and Informa Markets expand their partnership across Asia
31 August, 2026The Australasian Institute of Packaging (AIP) is expanding its educational support to even more Informa shows, starting with 2027 Food & Hospitality Asia in Singapore.
KM Packaging K-PEEL VPMe recycle-ready film
28 August, 2026KM Packaging's K-Peel VPMe recycle-ready polyolefin film is now available in Australia and New Zealand.
Asahi switches to recycled material for all plastic soft drink bottles
20 August, 2026Around 350 million of Asahi Beverages' plastic soft drink bottles are now made in Australia with repurposed plastic instead of virgin material.
interpack China to partner with AIP
12 August, 2026interpack China expands its international presence through a partnership with the Australasian Institute of Packaging.
'Smart' packaging film developed to confirm food freshness
10 August, 2026Kyushu University researchers have developed a 'self-healing' packaging film that detects food spoilage in real time and also helps to extend shelf life of the packaged food.
Edible coating to keep strawberries fresh without refrigeration
05 August, 2026University of British Columbia researchers have developed an edible, seaweed-derived coating designed to keep strawberries fresh at room temperature.
