Colour recognition in smart packaging
29 August, 2025A study conducted at Finland's University of Vaasa could lead to smart packaging that indicates product condition through colour-changing printing inks.
Biofoam box project provides eco seafood storage
20 August, 2025The new local project is looking to transform WA seafood packaging from recyclable to fully biodegradable.
SIG recycle-ready, bag-in-box packaging for wine
18 August, 2025 | Supplied by: SIGSIG has partnered with Australian wine producers to produce a recycle-ready bag-in-box for wine.
Direct-to-can printing tech launches at Orora
13 August, 2025 | Supplied by: Orora BeverageOrora has launched a new type of production at its Dandenong facility using digital printing technology for beverage cans.
Compostable fruit labels provide path to sustainable packaging
06 August, 2025Compostable fruit labels are re-emerging as a sustainable innovation in fresh produce.
Manufacturer marks 15 years of aseptic PET packaging
05 August, 2025 | Supplied by: Sidel Oceania Pty LtdGerman beverage company Hauser Weinimport was one of the first manufacturers to install Sidel's Combi Predis for aseptic PET packaging.
BMT Blowscan and Thermoscan rPET bottle perfecting systems
21 July, 2025 | Supplied by: BMTBlowscan and Thermoscan are designed to help manufacturers improve PET bottle performance, reduce waste and accelerate development cycles.
Henkel Loctite Liofol LA 7837/LA 6265 solvent-free adhesive system for packaging
18 July, 2025 | Supplied by: Henkel Australia Pty LtdThe system is tailored for applications involving high thermal stresses — in particular retort packaging for pet food, for example.
Klöckner Pentaplast kp Elite Nova MAP tray
11 July, 2025 | Supplied by: Klockner Pentaplast (Australia) Pty LtdKlöckner 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, 2025 | Supplied by: Australian Institute of PackagingTwo AIP training courses will be held in New Zealand at Foodtech Packtech on 4 September.
East Coast Canning + Printing BulletProof digitally printed can
10 July, 2025 | Supplied by: East Coast Canning + PrintingAfter three years of development, New South Wales-based East Coast Canning + Printing (East Coast) has unveiled its 'BulletProof' durable digitally printed can.
Jet Technologies Premium Die-Cut Lidding Solutions
10 July, 2025 | Supplied by: Jet TechnologiesJet Technologies' die-cut lidding solutions combine performance, versatility and visual impact.
Scan Wrap multi-purpose stretch wrapper
09 July, 2025 | Supplied by: Pack KingScan Wrap is a multi-purpose stretch wrapper that wraps, weighs, sizes, records, transmits data to a user's freight management system and prints a label.
Recyclable packaging solution for root vegetables
09 July, 2025 | Supplied by: ParksideParkside 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, 2025 | Supplied by: Bonson PackagingNew 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.
