Packaging, labelling & coding

Global packaging trends for 2023

10 February, 2023

Packaging must navigate new and more challenging routes to market; Mintel's Global Packaging Trends for 2023 examines the trends in 2023 and beyond.


Fruit & vegetable supplier embraces sustainable packaging

10 February, 2023 | Supplied by: Biogone

GD Wholesale recently joined forces with Biogone to replace its plastic produce bags and wrap with landfill-biodegradable plastic alternatives.


When do food companies have to remove 'return to store' recycling statements from their soft plastic packaging?

03 February, 2023 by Shannan Welsh (Paralegal), Charles Fisher* (Principal Solicitor) and David Robbins (Principal Solicitor), KHQ Lawyers

The pause on REDcycle recycling has left many wondering what to do about their labelling on packaging, which now contains inaccurate and arguably false information.


Food product inspection equipment on show at Interpack

01 February, 2023 | Supplied by: Mettler-Toledo Ltd

Mettler-Toledo plans to showcase its new product inspection equipment for the food manufacturing industry at Interpack.


Mondi FunctionalBarrier medium, high and very high barrier paper packaging

01 February, 2023 | Supplied by: Mondi Group

Mondi has expanded its range of medium, high and very high barrier paper-based packaging, now offering a full range of FunctionalBarrier Papers.


Does packaging influence the flavour of milk?

27 January, 2023

A new study reveals that package type does influence milk flavour, and skim milk is more susceptible to flavour impacts than whole milk.


Chocolate startup uses paper packaging

25 January, 2023 | Supplied by: Koehler Paper

A German-based chocolate startup has packaged its products in sustainable paper packaging, which has a paper barrier designed for food industry applications.


Paper-based packaging for charcuterie business

20 January, 2023 | Supplied by: Mondi Group

Mondi has partnered with Noel Alimentaria to find the most suitable paper-based packaging solution for its range of food products.


High-flow wrapping for delicate products

23 December, 2022 | Supplied by: Perfect Automation

A manufacturer needed to expand its operations to achieve a speed of 300 ppm for an extremely delicate and temperature-sensitive product.


Hugo Beck servo X e-commerce packaging machinery

02 December, 2022 | Supplied by: Hugo Beck

Hugo Beck's servo X e-com range is suitable for many applications such as direct dispatch of individual goods, multi-pack products or returned goods packaging.


Pilz PITgatebox pushbutton unit

01 December, 2022 | Supplied by: Pilz Australia Industrial Automation LP

The PITgatebox pushbutton unit allows operators to control safety gate switches and systems.


Mars Wrigley Australia to switch to paper-based wrappers

28 November, 2022

Mars is shifting to paper-based packaging for all its Australian-made chocolate bars, including Mars Bar, Snickers and Milky Way brands, as of April 2023.


Yoghurt tubs being made from ocean-bound plastic

25 November, 2022

Brownes dairy is releasing yoghurt tubs made from ocean-bound plastic — which is described as plastic that's found within 50 km of the coast.


Fresh look for coffee packaging

25 November, 2022 | Supplied by: Jet Technologies

Sydney coffee roaster Gabriel Coffee has given its branding a modern facelift with new packaging and machinery from Jet Technologies.


Boosted Health Star Ratings now in force

16 November, 2022

The upgraded Health Star Rating system, which is tougher on sugar and salt, is now in force for food manufacturers.


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