Future of European food and drink packaging
Packaged food and drink consumption in Europe is projected to grow by 3% per annum to 953 billion packages by 2020.
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Bosch brings processing and packaging solutions to IBA for the first time
Bosch Packaging Technology will present its latest solutions for the processing and packaging of bars and baked goods at IBA 2015.
Latest innovations at Bobst & partners roadshow in Pakistan
Pakistan's flexible and carton packaging industries participated in Bobst & partners Karachi roadshow.
Four critical points to achieve high results in coding thinner flexible packaging
As flexible packaging becomes thinner and thinner, the challenge becomes greater and more difficult to consistently apply legible "date codes", Drew Weightman writes.
Amcor Rigid Plastics wins AmeriStar award for hot-fill PET bottle
Amcor captured the award for the development of an ultra-lightweight, hot-fill PET container designed for PepsiCo-Lipton's tea drink brand in Central America.
New PET bottle from P.E.T. Engineering
Ferrarelle SpA launched in March a mineral water Fonte Essenziale 1 liter PET bottle designed by P.E.T. Engineering.
Milliken's Ultra Clear PP packaging at RosUpack 2015
Milliken presents all-round value of Ultra Clear PP packaging at RosUpack 2015.
Integrated Straw Solution on Polish market
Ball Packaging Europe debuts ground-breaking “Integrated Straw Solution” in Poland.
European Bioplastics backs EP's decision on plastic bags
European Bioplastics welcomes the decision as it recognises the benefits of compostable bags.
Packaging Days 2015 at Sumitomo (SHI) Demag headquarters
Injection moulding machine manufacturer and partners present Packaging Days on 5 and 6 May 2015.
Plastics packaging organisations on recent supply situation
The four largest national organisations have called on polymer producers to invest more in European polymer production facilities.
Paper-based packaging preferred by consumers
Paper-based packaging best for groceries and fresh produce, say consumers in international survey.
New SABIC’s dedicated medical grade for healthcare
SABIC has recently broadened its SABIC PCG portfolio for healthcare with the addition of a new LDPE grade.
Milliken showcases Ultra Clear PP thermoforming solutions
At IPACK-IMA 2015 Milliken will show ultra clear PP sheet extrusion and thermoforming solutions for food packaging with high value recycling benefits.
Global market for industrial packaging
Global market for industrial packaging is forecast to reach $61 billion by 2020, according to Simthers Pira.
Huhtamaki acquires Malaysian cup manufacturer
Huhtamäki Oyj's subsidiary has entered into an agreement to acquire Butterworth Paper Cups Sdn Bhd.
Netstal at the Plast 2015
Netstal will present the production of insulin pen piston guides during the Plast 2015 in Milan.
ScorCreative won BrandPackaging Award
New 16.9oz ambient-filled bottle elevates brand and enhances competitiveness in sports drink category.
"Energy Bag" Pilot Program for plastic waste
Dow co-sponsored the program which demonstrated, that plastics that are not easily recyclable can be converted into synthetic crude oil for fuel.
Plastics and packaging suppliers to exhibit in Morocco
International trade fair plast expo & plast pack to be held from 3-6 June 2015 in Casablanca.
Netstal to demonstrate packaging expertise at the NPE
Netstal will demonstrate the production of 44 oz stadium cups with IMLs on a hybrid Elion 3200.
Phillips-Medisize at Pharmapack
In Paris the company will present pharmaceutical primary packaging with high-priority quality assurance.
DBAG takes a share in Huhtamaki Films
The German Federal Cartel Office has approved the sale of the film manufacturer to the private equity company.
Crown at ProSweets 2015
Crown Aerosols and Specialty Packaging Europe will be showcasing its packaging solutions at an international tradeshow for the confectionery industry.
Iggesund invests in organic growth
The company will invest EUR 60 million in mills at Iggesund, Sweden and Workington, England.
New package size for smaller households
Tetra Pak has extended its Tetra Brik Aseptic Edge family with the launch of Tetra Brik Aseptic 500 Edge.
Barlo Plastik at Plast Eurasia
At Plast Eurasia 2014 Barlo Plastik will present solutions for injection moulding packaging applications.
First hot-fill PET containers for use with metal lug closures
Amcor Rigid Plastics announced the development of unique hot-fill PET containers which accept metal lug closures.
Over 220 visitors at Arburg Packaging Days
In Lossburg Arburg demonstrated the latest developments for the packaging industry.
Coveris' trays in Polish retail chains
Coveris Rigid Poland offers PP and PET/PE trays for poultry and red meat products, which are sold in Lidl and Biedronka retail chains in Poland.
German Design Award 2015 for Krones PET lite
The PET lite 9.9 carbonated wins the German Design Award 2015 in the packaging category.
New brighter HDPE from SABIC
The company launched brightest ever range of HDPE for bottles and conatiners called Clarene.
First carton made entirely from renewable materials
Tetra Pak launches industry's first package made entirely from plant based, renewable packaging materials.
Arburg to present high-end exhibits in Mexico
Arburg will be presenting two energy-efficient, high-end exhibits at the Plastimagen 2014 in Mexico City.
New generation of die-cut lidding for dairy
Amcor Flexibles team has created Amcor Impact, a brand new design experience guaranteed to stand-out from the crowd.
Guidelines for PET trays recycling released
Plastics Recyclers Europe released the design-for-recycling guidelines for PET trays.