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Wines get image boost in eco-friendly packaging
The wine market is on the move in terms of consumption, variety of wines offered, and what...
Road Map offers path toward effective material value recovery
The materials we use in our society are valuable. Yet in the U.S., we only recover about one...
Paper packaging materials to reach 223.9 metric tons by 2015
According to an industry report, the market for paper packaging is expected to see a variety of...
‘Green' PET resin for bottles
Artenius Elite is a new PET-based packaging material combines virgin PET resin and post-consumer...
Tanimura & Antle packs new lettuce for more efficient pallet loads
Packaged in a smaller compact clamshell, Tanimura & Antle's new greenhouse grown lettuce is...
Packaging gets lean and green
Outdoor equipment firm REI is boosting its packaging sustainability by eliminating...
Replenish concentrates on conserving
Through engineering and aesthetic design feats, Replenish marries a reusable bottle with a...
Studies show industry embraces sustainability
Can it be any surprise that 31 percent of companies say their sustainability practices now...
New Schick Xtreme3 Eco uses landfill-bound materials in product, package
The new Schick Xtreme3 Eco disposable razor uses 100 percent post-consumer recycled (PCR)...
Sustainability in Packaging speaker addresses producer responsibility
Betsy Dorn of StewardEdge USA Inc. will be sharing her views on producer responsibility at the...
AMERIPEN executive director to address Sustainability in Packaging conference
Newly appointed to the position of executive director, Joan Pierce will be discussing extended...
Windex Mini refill pouch wins new-product award
Better Homes and Gardens has bestowed a Best New Product Award on the SC Johnson-owned product....
Be Green Packaging releases 2011 Sustainability Report
The company's latest report offers insight into its far-reaching sustainability efforts....
Coca-Cola issues sustainability report
The beverage giant's four primary target areas are sustainable packaging, water stewardship,...
Sealed Air, Ecovative to commercialize sustainable packaging
The companies are joining forces to bring to market EcoCradle Mushroom packaging, a fungus-based...
Increasing takeout orders boosts packaging consumption
A recent survey indicates consumers increasingly are ordering restaurant food to go—which...
Safco and UPS deliver eco responsible packaging to dental practices
Dental products supplier Safco partnered with UPS to optimize its shipment packaging for damage...
P&G to eliminate PVC packaging
Procter & Gamble is working to eliminate PVC from all of its packaging, starting with putting...
Funding helps advance flexible packaging recycling
Enval has secured funding for commercialization of technology to recycle plastic and aluminium...
PP food containers preserve oxygen barrier after retort
New REVOH technology reduces oxygen ingress by more than 30 percent in thermoformed containers...
PLA melt-strength enhancer
A new melt-strength enhancer in masterbatch form increases the pull force that can be applied to...
Archer Daniels ends joint venture with Metabolix
Archer Daniels Midland Co. is ending a biodegradable plastics joint venture with Metabolix Inc....
Die-cutting technology
New ThinStream die-cutting technology allows the die-cutting of labels with a liner as thin as...
‘Polybags have to go,' says apparel industry exec
Chase Mueller, footwear operations manager for Brooks Sports, gives a preview of what he'll talk...
PACKAGING BRIEFS Tuesday, January 17
People, services, awards and news impacting the packaging...
Replenish cleaner/refill wins VIP Award from Good Housekeeping
Replenish Multi-Purpose Cleaner and its innovative refill bottle/pod system is one of just eight...
Demand for compostable certifications drives BPI to outsource verification
To handle a five-fold increase in compostable product certifications, the Biodegradable Products...
Ford to recycle 2 million PET bottles back into the 2012 Focus Electric
The 2012 Focus Electric contains REPREVE-based fabrics that are made from about 22 recycled PET...
Sprint calls for higher packaging sustainability
The national cellular carrier has stepped up sustainability requirements for equipment and...
Cameroonians returning to Nature's packaging
Food wrapping practices in Cameroon have changed over time. Traditionally, Cameroonians used...
GreenBlue launches material recovery road map
In Closing the Loop: Road Map for Effective Material Value Recovery, GreenBlue assesses various...
Medline lightweights hand sanitizer bottle
The new lighter, thinner 475 ml bottle for Medline's Sterillium Comfort Gel reduces the amount...
PepsiCo exec previews next steps in sustainable packaging
Tony Knoerzer, vp advanced research-food packaging at PepsiCo, will be kicking off the 6th...
PACKAGING BRIEFS Tuesday, Jan. 3
People, services, awards and news impacting the packaging...
Innovations with impact
Among a bevy of new packaging introduced during 2011, several cutting-edge items hold promise...
Automated robotic truck loader optimizes shipping space
An automated robotic truck loader (RTL) from Wynright Robotics can load and stack boxes, bales...
SPC members savvy concerning packaging sustainability issues
The Sustainable Packaging Coalition explores some of the trends uncovered in the 2011...
Coke exploring 3 routes for plant-based packaging
Breakthrough technologies from Virent, Gevo and Avantium selected to help beverage giant reach...
Zippy new carton is revolutionary
Zipbox, A NEW CARTON TECHNOLOGY that consists of a poly-coated paperboard carton incorporating...
Year ahead full of packaging opportunities
The experts at PTIS believe 2012 holds a wealth of opportunities for savvy packaging pros,...
Mitsubishi, Spear form liner recycling initiative
Label products firm Spear has joined with Mitsubishi on "Reprocess," a technology that...
NPE2012 to focus on plastic packaging technologies and issues
When NPE2012 opens April 1-5 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL, it will...
Coca-Cola to develop 100% renewable PlantBottles on global scale
The Coca-Cola Co. has announced multi-million dollar partnership agreements with three leading...
Kraft maps total eco footprint, sets new packaging reduction goals
Kraft Foods has released the results of a pioneering survey that measured its impact on climate...
J&J debuts bio-based PE containers for Sundown sun care products
New bottles made from renewable raw material for Johnson & Johnson's Sundown sun care products...
Sustainability conference includes industry leaders on agenda
A number of key industry players—including Procter & Gamble, PepsiCo, TerraChoice and many...
Bio-based PP to be available by end of 2013
Braskem America Inc. is expanding its biopolymer portfolio with a new line of bio-based...
Excellent Packaging harvests green foodservice solutions
The sustainable packaging manufacturer is supplying compostable and biodegradable foodservice...
PACKAGING BRIEFS Tuesday, Dec. 13
People, services, awards and news impacting the packaging...
Webcast shares state of packaging sustainability
In an exclusive Packaging Digest webcast, leading industry experts shared perspective on the...
Hasbro to cut PVC from packaging
The toy manufacturer aims to eliminate polyvinyl chloride from all new core toy and game...
Report: EPS recycling on the rise
According to a report released by the Alliance of Foam Packaging Recyclers, the rate of EPS...
Website educates consumers on carton recycling
To increase awareness about carton recycling, the Carton Council and Earth911 Inc. are teaming...
Diageo publishes first sustainable packaging guidelines
Diageo's commitment to sustainable packaging includes identifying the potential for light...
BOPP label films
THINflex 1.6mL BOPP films in clear, white and silver feature reduced film and liner thickness...
PACKAGING BRIEFS Tuesday, Dec. 6
People, services, awards and news impacting the packaging...
Nextlife adds line to expand recycled resin production
Nextlife has announced a new processing line designed to serve a broad spectrum of plastic...
Belgium film maker improves roll shipping with lightweight cradle
Specialty film and tape manufacturer Nitto Europe is using fiber cradles that are 40 percent...
New Eco-Label mobile app decodes green product labels, claims
Consumer Reports' new Eco-Label App, available in the iTunes App Store, brings consumers the...
Study of corporate reports shows need for standardized metrics
The Sustainable Packaging Coalition (SPC) recently reviewed a number of publicly available...
Dog food packaging boasts sustainability pedigree
Steve's Real Food is a line of all-natural pet foods that offers premium contents and...
EUROPEN study examines impact of packaging's design on sustainability
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Walmart, Amazon work to cut down "wrap rage"
The powerhouse retailers are urging manufacturers to alter product packaging to cut waste and...
Earth Wise introduces juices in FSC-certified packs
For the first time in the U.S., beverages are being filled in aseptic carton packs displaying...
Nestlé Waters to build a highly efficient bottling plant in England
Nestlé Waters is investing more than £35 million in a new factory in Buxton, U.K. The...
LCA study compares eco impact of three different shipping cases
Commissioned by Mills Industries and conducted by SymbioSus, the life-cycle analysis (LCA) study...
Label facestock
New Fasson Direct-Thermal 200HD label facestock with S490 adhesive has been approved by the...
PACKAGING BRIEFS Tuesday, Nov. 22
People, services, awards and news impacting the packaging...
Pet food producer offers compostable packaging
Steve's Real Food, a Salt Lake, UT, pet food manufacturer, continues to reduce their carbon...
Eco-friendly packaging protects glass bottles
Cocoon Apothecary, a company offering high-end beauty products, has introduced post-consumer...
Report counters "myths" about polystyrene packaging
A recent life-cycle analysis report that polystyrene foam packaging has less of a negative...
Call for entries in Design for Recycling awards
The Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries honor recognizes products that can be safely and...
T-shirts made from recycled plastic bottles are so rad
Burton Snowboards and Mountain Dew have announced a new partnership focused on improving...
Packaging recycling: There's an app for that
Plastics Make it Possible has launched Bin It!, a fun and addictive new game that challenges...
Eden Foods receives 'Friends of Glass' packaging award
Eden's "Friends of Glass" award recognizes the company's commitment to glass packaging. Organic...
New aluminum can recycling tools help Americans step up efforts
As national sponsors of America Recycles Day on Nov. 15, 2011, Alcoa and Alcoa Foundation are...
New breed of flexible packaging debuts on shelves
Eagle Flexible Packaging's NVIRO product has made its shelf debut with Steve's Real Food raw dog...
PACKAGING BRIEFS Tuesday, November 8
People, services, awards and news impacting the packaging...
Creating a global understanding of packaging sustainability
The relationship between sustainability and packaging is a hot topic, and every participant in...
European-size can
The company is offering an aluminum beverage can in a 568-mL size popular in Europe. The...
Hasbro's new paper packaging policy supports sustainable forest management
Hasbro Inc. has unveiled a new Paper and Forest Procurement Policy (PFPP) intended to ensure...
Plant-fiber foodservice containers
This line of food display and preservation containers is made from bulrush and other plant...
Pizza Hut bites into eco-friendly pizza packaging
Pizza Hut Costa Rica has begun using a specialized, eco-friendly pizza box. The SmartBox...
PACKAGING BRIEFS Tuesday, November 1
People, services, awards and news impacting the packaging...
Making the case for sustainability
Sustainability is more than just a buzzword. However, sustainable packaging materials aren't yet...
Fifth annual survey shows sustainability remains a driving factor in packaging decisions
For half of the last decade, an annual study by Packaging Digest and the Sustainable Packaging...
ENSO argues its bottles are biodegradable
In the face of what most would call overwhelming odds, an environmental company in Arizona has...
Temple-Inland to open Chicago facility
The packaging products and services firm's plant is scheduled to open Jan. 12., in the Chicago...
Newsweek names Sonoco top green packaging company
Sonoco has been named the top packaging company in Newsweek magazine's 2011 Green Rankings. The...
Stretchable kraft paper
Wave is a formable, stretchable kraft paper that reportedly offers unique tactile...
Soy sauce pouch/dispenser exemplifies Japan's source reduction commitment
Reporting on Japan Pack 2011, T.H.E.M. president Neil Kozarsky identifies the one package that...
DuPont seeks award-worthy packaging
The 2012 DuPont Packaging awards honors excellence in packaging materials, processes, technology...
California attorney general goes after questionable 'biodegradable plastic' bottles
In a move that could have a major impact on the recycling industry, California Attorney General...
Non-aerosol sprayers
EcoAir products are powered by compressed air as opposed to traditional chemical propellants,...
PACKAGING BRIEFS Tuesday, October 25
People, services, awards and news impacting the packaging...
Group to develop biodegradation standard for plastics additives
The Plastics Environmental Council is pushing efforts to produce the first standard...
HAVI Global Solutions acquires PTIS
Packaging & Techology Integrated Solutions (PTIS)—a global management and packaging consulting...
Ecologic CEO explains origins of packaging firm
In 2008, Julie Corbett founded Ecologic, whose marketing line is "packaging the Earth can live...
Little Duck Organics wins best packaging honors at Expo East
Little Duck Organics—a line of wholesome, organic foods—was awarding Best Packaging honors...
Seafood company converts to sustainable packaging
Fishery Products International has switched its corrugated case masters to packaging made from...
PACKAGING BRIEFS Thursday, October 20
People, services, awards and news impacting the packaging...
Multipack solution
The company has reduced the quantity of material/pack by almost 17 percent by substantially...
Leading brands to pilot new recycling label in 2012
ConAgra Foods, Costco Wholesale, Microsoft, REI and Seventh Generation have agreed to implement...
Waste-to-energy proves a viable alternative for non-recycled plastics
A new study has found that converting all the non-recycled plastics currently dumped into U.S....
Procter & Gamble releases 2011 Sustainability Report
The report, entitled "Commitment to Everyday Life," outlines P&G's progress over the past 12...
NatureSweet launches new tomato packaging
NatureSweet, North America's largest grower of greenhouse tomatoes, is improving its cherry...
PET container recycling rate up to 29% for 2010
This is the seventh year in a row that the United States' recycling rate has increased. Total...
Sustainability in Packaging 2012 event to focus on supply chain innovations
Registration is open for Sustainability in Packaging 2012: March 12-14, 2012, in Orlando, FL....
Coca-Cola Amatil unveils $35 million investment in bottle self-manufacture
Coca-Cola Amatil (CCA) Australia has officially opened two new "blowfill" lines at the company's...
Coke, Pepsi pushing bio-based bottles
Executives from Coca-Cola and PepsiCo say they believe renewably sourced polyester initiatives...
Henkel, Tecnaro partner on bioplastic additives
Henkel and Tecnaro have developed new high-performance polyamide additives based on renewable...
Weight Watchers offers dinner-size Smart Ones bags
Weight Watchers Smart Ones has added Satisfying Selections dinner-size portion meals to its line...
Stock fiber bottles
eco.bottle molded fiber bottles-constructed of recycled cardboard and newspapers-now come in...
SC Johnson study: Recycling on the rise
Americans now are two times more likely to recycle than they were in 1990, according to a survey...
Eco-friendly film enhances fragrance packaging
Packaging Performance excellence is the signature of adidas Moves Pulse fragrance by Coty Inc....
Improved labeling might reduce contamination and boost recovery
Despite years of advocacy, the overall packaging recovery rate remains anemic in the U.S. So how...
Record-busting PACK EXPO shows off
Crowds packed the show floor to see the latest products and technologies to give them an edge in...
Mattel announces sustainable sourcing principles
Mattel Inc. has launched sustainable sourcing principles on procurement of paper and wood fiber...
Refill pouch: Sitting pretty
Standout merchandising display and smooth pouring action give Method's new detergent refills...
Researchers find recipe for 'perfect plastic'
Researchers in the U.K. have solved a long-standing problem that could revolutionize the way new...
New sustainability campaign encourages consumers to recycle steel and aluminum cans
The Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI) has launched a new education and marketing campaign at...
Coca-Cola Enterprises and ECO Plastics unveil recycling joint venture
Coca-Cola Enterprises Ltd (CCE) and ECO Plastics have today revealed the name of their...
Study at Exopack identifies energy-saving opportunities totaling 30 percent
GE Capital announced today the results of an ecomagination Treasure Hunt that will trim energy...
Sainsbury's cuts peanut butter packaging weight with switch to plastic jars
Sainsbury's has replaced the glass used in its peanut butter jars with plastic, cutting...
Method unveils bottle made of ocean plastic
Method, a leading innovator in premium, eco-conscious household and personal care products,...
Consumers prefer a single green score on packs
According to a study by Ryan Partnership Chicago and Mambo Sprouts Marketing, health and...
AT&T chooses plant-based plastic packaging for telecom accessories
AT&T plans to introduce new plastic in AT&T-branded accessory packaging, which is composed of up...
When population, consumption collide
Americans needn't look far to realize that we are consuming the world's resources faster than...
Mineral oil migration creates new concern for packaging
Findings from a series of recent Official Food Control Authority Laboratory reports coming out...
PepsiCo Named Top Food and Beverage Company in 2011 Dow Jones Sustainability Index
PepsiCo, Inc. announced its inclusion in the 2011 Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes (DJSI)....
T.G.I. FRiDAY'S offers frozen ‘Entrées for One'
In an effort to end frozen meal mediocrity, T.G.I. FRiDAY'S Frozen Foods has launched a line of...
ConAgra named to sustainability index
ConAgra Foods,one of North America's leading packaged food companies for the first time has been...
Rexam supports Bomb Lager launch in "artistic" cans
New York craft brewer offers its newest beer in an artistic, 12 oz. can designed by a street...
Glass Packaging Institute announces winners of 2011 Clear Choice Awards
GPI has recognized 10 consumer product goods (CPG) companies and their achievements in expanding...
Dallas becomes first major Texas city to launch curbside carton recycling
The City of Dallas has added food and beverage cartons to its residential curbside recycling...
Beverage brands open to EPR, study finds
Several major U.S. beverage brands would support laws making producers financially responsible...
Trade group issues packaging sustainability guidelines
The Consumer Goods Forum has announced the release of the Global Protocol on Packaging...
Biodegradable EPS
EVRgreen, an EPS resin using EcoPure technology, promotes the biodegradation of foam products...
Treating it right
With a plug-and-play solution, eco-conscious carton maker Evergo Packaging found a way to switch...
No. 2 Pouch can be recycled with shopping bags
Designed for primary packaging applications, the No. 2 Pouch from Ampac can recycled with retail...
Mack Molding rightsizes its cardboard footprint with on-demand packaging
Reducing, reusing and recycling are still big buzz words in plastics processing plants, and...
Refill packages lessen load on landfills
To lessen the load on landfills, some manufacturers of household cleaners are going green and...
Global Warming Cools off as a Top Concern
Concern about climate change/global warming among online consumers around the world took a...
Biodegradable additives
Eco-One additives for enhancing biodegradation of PE and PP are now compliant for use in...
Guide for Reporting Substances Contained in Electronic Product Packaging
The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA), DigitalEurope, and Japanese Green Procurement Survey...
Bottled Water Industry Endorses Senate Recycling Resolution
The International Bottled Water Association (IBWA) applauds Senator Thomas R. Carper (D) of...
Global Green Packaging Market to Reach $212 Billion in 2015
World demand for green packaging (which encompasses recycled content, reusable and degradable...
Green converting can divert waste from landfills
As a society, we have experienced a perpetual struggle with garbage. The root of our challenges...
Austrian researchers develop biological method for PET decomposition
Through a new method developed by the Austrian Center of Industrial Biotechnology (ACIB), it is...
MillerCoors saves $8 million annually with reusable dunnage
The leading brewer switched to reusable cargo protection products and reduced damaged loads,...
Produce container maker powers plant with solar energy
Maxco Packaging has installed a solar power system from Cenergy Power that covers more than four...
Major packaging distributor commits to recycling
xpedx has established ambitious goals to recycle 2,400 tons of material in 2011 and reduce its...
Glassmaker plugs leaks in profits
Verallia, which makes more than a million glass bottles for wines and champagnes every...
Nestle Singapore's new mobile app helps consumers to recycle packaging
Nestle Singapore has launched a mobile app that provides consumers with instructions on how best...
Fearless Chocolate prepares for future growth
Q&A with Jordan Schuster, founder and president of Fearless Chocolate, reveals the company's...
Bio-based PET feedstock
BioFormPX paraxylene (a component of PET) can be used in bottling, packaging and in a variety of...
PepsiCo looks at molded cellulose fiber for sustainable packaging
Cellulose fiber supplier Pakit says it is working with PepsiCo on developing new packaging based...
San Rafael crafts ordinance barring plastic bags, foam containers
San Rafael officials are drafting an ordinance that would ban plastic bags in grocery stores,...
Nestlé's sweet approach to capping
In cooperation with its packaging supplier partners, Nestlé has unveiled new caps for cartons...
Wine packaging on the move
With its striking looks, it's hard to believe the packaging for Eight Arms The Tentacle wine...
Compostable bags make produce aisle greener
The Natural Grocery Co. in California has switched to new compostable produce bags made...
Definitions, education are needed to bridge gaps in understanding
Information is available to people in ways that are fundamentally changing the way we live our...
Sonoco sets landfill-free status as goal
One of the largest diversified global packaging companies and one of the largest packaging...
Retail-ready packaging offers significant opportunities
Driven primarily by retailers' bottom-line targets, steady growth in the market for retail-ready...
Compostable packaging is clear choice for Dutch consortium's flower bulbs
Three Dutch exporters of flower bulbs have joined forces to help develop fully compostable...
Mega-food companies support emerging technology for recycling laminated packaging
Nestlé and Kraft Foods join consortium to advance Enval's patented material recovery technology...
Craft brewery to launch flagship beers in cans
The Abita Brewing Co. has announced plans to offer three of its flagship brews in cans: Amber,...
Packaging show helped birth reusable water container Anti-Bottle
Jason Carignan, co-founder and chief design officer of Vapur, is planning a return trip to PACK...
SPI announces grant for model PET thermoform recycling program
Working with the National Association for PET Container Resources (NAPCOR), SPI: The Plastics...
Statewide coalition opposes bottle bill expansion, campaigns for recycling
Small businesses, unions, trade associations and citizens across Massachusetts have announced a...
New package, plant reflect manufacturer's eco philosophy
As part of its "creation-to-consumer" strategy of environmental responsibility, LaserLyte uses...
United By Blue's packaging reduces plastic waste by 80 percent
United By Blue (UBB), the industry leader in ocean-friendly fashion, has developed packaging...
Dow and Mitsui create platform for flexible packaging biopolymers
A new joint venture between Dow and Mitsui will produce biomass-based feedstocks for the...
Canadian paper mills boost recycled content
The average recycled content of paper packaging produced by Canadian mills for use in Canada has...
Thai group has sweet plan for making biodegradable plastics
PTT Plc and Mitsubishi Chemical Corporationare teaming up to develop the world's first factory...
Johnson & Johnson reports on sustainable packaging progress
As 2011 marks the 125th year of Johnson & Johnson, the company announced the launch of Healthy...
Mass production of biodegradable plastic from sugar to start in 2014
Thailand's largest energy company and the world's fourth-biggest chemical producer unveil plans...
PepsiCo Beverages Canada unveils the 7UP EcoGreen bottle
The container, Canada's first soft drink bottle made from 100 percent recycled PET, will reduce...
Europeans recycle nearly half of all their PET bottles
According to Petcore and EuPR, European PET bottle collection for 2010 increased by more than 6...
PLA additives
The new SoluPLAs line of additive concentrates and masterbatches for modification of polylactic...
SC Johnson will stop using Greenlist labeling on its Windex products
SC Johnson has reached an agreement on two lawsuits regarding use of its Greenlist logo on U.S....
Global demand for bioplastics expected to quadruple by 2013
A new report--The Global Outlook for Biodegradable Packaging--says rising oil prices and fossil...
Recycled packaging used to create world's first cardboard vacuum cleaner
A British student has invented a novel way to recycle vacuum cleaner packaging: Make it into...
NatureWorks plans major investment at biopolymer plant
NatureWorks LLC announces a major capital investment project at its Blair, Neb., manufacturing...
New packaging could save SABMiller 10,000 tonnes of steel annually
SABMiller plc has successfully tested a new, low-gauge bottle crown that could reduce the amount...
Seven sustainable packaging predictions
Packaging Digest's sister publication Plastics Today asks Tony Kingsbury, the Dow Chemical...
Sustainable packaging market to reach $107.7bn in 2011
A new report from Visiongain finds that rising concerns over environmental hazards, eco-friendly...
Tiny perfume maker beats global cosmetics giants for best ‘green packaging' award
Pacific Perfumes Ltd. took home first place in the "green packaging" category at the HBA...
Partnership produces new source of 100% renewable PET
Gevo Inc. and Toray have partnered to produce renewable and recyclable PET bottles. Toray used...
All sides agree: Cube is as efficient as can be
Zach Wheeler, packaging student at San Jose State University, makes a case for designing cartons...
SC Johnson takes concentrates to the max with new Windex Mini
The new Windex Mini concentrated refill pouch uses 90 percent less plastic packaging than a...
Partnership develops aseptic filler with chemical-free bottle sterilization
Advanced Electron Beams (AEB), a leading provider of electron beam technology, has announced a...
Global metal packaging market forecasted to reach $165.4bn by 2021
In its new report-- The Metal Packaging Market 2011-2021-Visiongain explores the potential of...
Partnership puts spotlight on plastic at 2011 Food & Wine Classic
To emphasize the importance of recycling while entertaining both outside and indoors, Plastics...
Hospitals reach recycling milestone of 100 million sharps containers
Nationally, hospitals have partnered with Stericycle by using its Sharps Management Service...
Natural energy drink debuts in cube-shaped container with flip-top cap
Designed for on-the-go consumption, the container offers consumers the same lightweight, easy...
Chicago Park District recycles with dual-purpose recycle/trash cans
PepsiCo's Dream Machine recycling initiative is sponsoring 2,500 Free Green Cans, increasing...
Extended producer responsibility resolution rejected in Massachusetts
The EPR resolution suggested that electronic waste would be the initial focus of any implemented...
SFI funds community-based education and green building projects
The Sustainable Forestry Initiative has awarded a total of $35,200 in grants to nine...
Packaging materials show dexterity to meet demands for sustainability, shelf appeal, convenience
The following eight packages-all examples of the diversity and ingenuity of well-designed...
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Wines get image boost in eco-friendly packaging
The wine market is on the move in terms of consumption, variety of wines offered, and what...
Theater toasts ‘The Princess Bride' with wines
The label and packaging of new wines from the Alamo Drafthouse celebrates the beloved tale of...
Unit-dose packaging
Oral liquid medications are now available in different unit-dose package sizes, allowing for...
Modern moonshine jug still speaks of by-gone era
While the jug for The Original Moonshine clear corn whiskey has a roaring twenties appearance,...
Tanimura & Antle packs new lettuce for more efficient pallet loads
Packaged in a smaller compact clamshell, Tanimura & Antle's new greenhouse grown lettuce is...
2-D or not 2-D?
Quick Response (QR) codes are popping up on packages everywhere and smartphone users are...
Packaging gets lean and green
Outdoor equipment firm REI is boosting its packaging sustainability by eliminating...
Replenish concentrates on conserving
Through engineering and aesthetic design feats, Replenish marries a reusable bottle with a...
Deodorant package for men offers rugged, premium appeal
This new deodorant comes in a package that reflects the brand's premium, rugged appeal, to...
Coffee enhancer carton designed to stir up younger customers
Redesigned packaging has given this long-standing brand of beverage additives new life and shelf...
Innovative tissue packaging nothing to sniffle about
Consumers sometimes match the design of packages, such as tissue cartons, to the decor of the...
New product shakes out when existing package is repurposed
Kraft's Jet-Puffed Mallow Bits puts an existing item into existing packaging technology to make...
Five ways to succesfully break the rules in packaging design
Brand building has to remain the focus no matter how challenging the consumer environment is. ...
New Schick Xtreme3 Eco uses landfill-bound materials in product, package
The new Schick Xtreme3 Eco disposable razor uses 100 percent post-consumer recycled (PCR)...
Packaging helps Brisk Iced Tea become a Billion Dollar brand
Brisk Iced Tea doubled its volume in just two years to reach more than $1 billion in annual...
QR do's and don'ts
Should you add a QR code to your package? They offer several benefits for marketers. Here are...
Energy drink pumped up by slim packaging
Targeted to consumers looking to burn fat and trim off pounds, Fit Drink's slim aluminum can,...
Windex Mini refill pouch wins new-product award
Better Homes and Gardens has bestowed a Best New Product Award on the SC Johnson-owned product....
Who you gonna call?
So you've decided to add a QR code to your package to better communicate and/or interact with...
Coca-Cola issues sustainability report
The beverage giant's four primary target areas are sustainable packaging, water stewardship,...
Packaging competition for vending machine solutions
Vending machines are increasingly present in railway stations, waiting rooms, schools, common...
Increasing takeout orders boosts packaging consumption
A recent survey indicates consumers increasingly are ordering restaurant food to go—which...
Packaging targets beer-drinking women
Chick Beer—a beverage crafted by a woman, for women—puts a traditionally male-associated...
Latest packaging technologies help improve combat rations
Researchers at the Natick Soldier Research, Development and Engineering Center—and their...
Pork tenderloin to show Heart-Check mark on packs
The American Heart Assn. (AHA) has certified pork tenderloin as a heart-healthy food. The iconic...
New packaging for bank checks is organized, secure, efficient
CheckFolio's design aligns multiple checkbooks neatly in a slim, compact folio—enabling...
Sam's Club makes a new mark with interactive vitamin packaging
Sam's Club replaces Member's Mark with the Simply Right line of quality and affordable vitamins...
USDA seeks comments on revisions to food container standards
"Updating the standards to reflect the advances in packaging technologies will help ensure that...
Orbit Gum turns packaging design interactive
The gum brand, owned by Wm. Wrigley Jr. Co., is launching a social media-based campaign...
Study: Nutrition labels confuse consumers
While consumer-friendly nutritional labeling can help attract buyers, a recent Nielsen study...
P&G to eliminate PVC packaging
Procter & Gamble is working to eliminate PVC from all of its packaging, starting with putting...
Pouch packaging reels in tuna business
The albacore tuna business might be dominated by large multinational companies, but Oregon...
Sustainability, cost control seminars added at WestPack
The packaging trade show—scheduled Feb. 14-16 in Anaheim—has expanded its educational...
PACKAGING BRIEFS Tuesday, January 24
People, services, awards and news impacting the packaging...
Canned whisky adds recloseable lid
Scottish Spirits in a Can has introduced a latex lid for its 12-ounce cans of whisky. The new...
Tea packager installs Linx printers
Fair-trade tea manufacturer Clipper Tea recently installed four Linx 7300 continuous ink jet...
Individual wine servings stack up nicely
For every new business that launches, there must be a hundred ideas for a new business. The step...
Nestlé gears packaging design toward pleasurable products
The food and beverage company is crafting packages with an eye toward accessibility. Design...
Chili-infused vodka label bears strong warnings
While some packages are attractive, some informative, and others amusing, the label of 100,000...
Chicken nuggets launched in family-size package
Applegate Natural, a producer of organic and natural meats and cheeses, has introduced a...
Kraft launches Yes Pack for foodservice dressings
The four-sided flexible pouch aims to simplify the lives of foodservice customers by improving...
Revamped Fair Trade Certified label communicates more visually
The updated label is a significant deviation from the original black-and-white label. Now in...
Rexall recalls mislabeled Calcium softgels
Rexall Inc. has recalled one lot of its Rexall Calcium 1200 mg plus 1000IU Vitamin D3, 60...
Market trends report offers business predictions for paperboard packaging
The Paperboard Packaging Council (PPC) has released the Trends: Industry Outlook and Market Data...
America's most famous box of chocolates celebrates its first 100 years
The Whitman's Sampler has never faltered from its No. 1 position as America's best-selling box...
Redesign brightens pen packaging
Falcon Design Consultants has reworked packaging for UK-based Platignum Pen Co., with visual...
Pacific Natural Foods rolls out new soup, beverage packaging
The organic foods company is updating its soup, broth and non-dairy beverage lines. The new look...
Global One-Pak provides venting trigger for outdoor cleaner
The packaging component firm is providing its GOPvent trigger system to outdoor cleaner brand 30...
PACKAGING BRIEFS Tuesday, January 17
People, services, awards and news impacting the packaging...
General Mills cereal packaging spotlights whole grains
The company has added a white check label to its ready-to-eat cereal packages, indicating that...
Old Spice debuts Danger Zone body care products
The masculine brand of personal care products, owned by Procter & Gamble, is releasing a new...
BJ's bags the can for its store-brand coffee
Citing enhanced flavor preservation and logistical cost savings, BJ's Wholesale Club is...
Replenish cleaner/refill wins VIP Award from Good Housekeeping
Replenish Multi-Purpose Cleaner and its innovative refill bottle/pod system is one of just eight...
New cup makes Voskos Greek Yogurt easy to mix, stack and snack
A new cup design for Voskos Greek Yogurt features a wider mouth and lower profile. Voskos...
Demand for compostable certifications drives BPI to outsource verification
To handle a five-fold increase in compostable product certifications, the Biodegradable Products...
Labeling to be key topic of joint CFSAN/JIFSAN webinar
The FDA's Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition (CFSAN) and the Joint Institute for Food...
L'Oreal embraces sensuously curved bottles for professional haircare line
L'Oreal's Pureology professional products (shampoos, conditioners, masques and treatments) have...
Metal packaging demand to be driven in part by beverage consumption growth in developing regions
According to a new report by Global Industry Analysts Inc., the growth potential of the beverage...
Panasonic personal grooming tools return to Target in new packaging
Packaging for Panasonic's line of feminine power handheld personal tools was redesigned to...
Smurfit Kappa promo packaging nabs award
The company's 'Sticks-Like' promotional pack received a WorldStar award in the Household...
PACKAGING BRIEFS Tuesday, January 10
People, services, awards and news impacting the packaging...
Cameroonians returning to Nature's packaging
Food wrapping practices in Cameroon have changed over time. Traditionally, Cameroonians used...
Fro-yo packaging taps into Greek yogurt trend
With the latest product in its Ruggles line of frozen treats, Dairy Enterprises Inc. is tapping...
Medline lightweights hand sanitizer bottle
The new lighter, thinner 475 ml bottle for Medline's Sterillium Comfort Gel reduces the amount...
Deloitte outlines consumer trends most likely to influence CPG strategies in 2012
Economic turmoil and the proliferation of new technologies over the past several years have...
Convenience continues to be a focal point for food packaging
Anuga FoodTec, the international trade fair for food and drink technology, identifies trends in...
FDA releases progress report on Food Safety Modernization Act
Since President Obama signed the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) on Jan. 4, 2011, the Food...
PepsiCo exec previews next steps in sustainable packaging
Tony Knoerzer, vp advanced research-food packaging at PepsiCo, will be kicking off the 6th...
Successful InnoPack debut featured pharmaceutical packaging solutions
"InnoPack offers targeted resources to companies that are looking for innovative and...
Packaging trends, design top list of year's most popular topics
Judging by the list of the top 25 most-visited web articles on Packaging Digest's website in...
Tea company brews redesigned packaging
Flora Tea turned to design firm Abstract Group to come up with new packaging that would be easy...
Tostitos ‘spokesbag' highlights fun, charity
The packaging of the popular Frito-Lay brand has come to life in a national campaign that brings...
Innovations with impact
Among a bevy of new packaging introduced during 2011, several cutting-edge items hold promise...
Snack pouch gets tasteful redesign
True North nut snacks, owned by DeMet's Candy Co., have been relaunched in newly redesigned...
Whiskey's packaging is clearly unique
The owner of Kansas Clean Distilled whiskey decided the specialty spirit needed a distinctive...
Closure adds neatness, convenience to dressings
A new Weatherchem closure helped a salad dressing brand upgrade its image. In addition, the...
Distinctive design keeps water brand looking cool
The design of the bottle, fashioned to resemble a glacier, evokes the water's natural origins....
Pouches lead to savory success
Switching its authentic Mexican delectables from glass jars to pouches OPENED UP A WHOLE NEW...
Packaging leads to recipe for success
Creativity and the courage to try new things have led to a SUCCESSFUL PACKAGING PARTNERSHIP...
Cal Poly will host packaging researchers for global conference, exchange of ideas
The Packaging Program at Cal Poly is proud to host the 18th IAPRI World Packaging Conference....
SPC members savvy concerning packaging sustainability issues
The Sustainable Packaging Coalition explores some of the trends uncovered in the 2011...
Coke exploring 3 routes for plant-based packaging
Breakthrough technologies from Virent, Gevo and Avantium selected to help beverage giant reach...
Year ahead full of packaging opportunities
The experts at PTIS believe 2012 holds a wealth of opportunities for savvy packaging pros,...
Salma Hayek lands beauty award for CVS
The drugstore chain's Nuance Salma Hayek makeup and personal care line has landed Launch of the...
Sauce bottle wins student packaging design competition
Plastics packaging firm Petainer has chosen a student team from Birmingham City University as...
Cadbury plans chocolate bar makeover
The beloved British candy brand--owned by American food giant Kraft--will shift from stacking...
Nestlé launches new TE sports cap on European water brands
The patented sports cap features an integral tamper-evident band that is completely...
Cannabis-based meds in sprayer package gain approval in Germany
An oromucosol sprayer for Sativex, a cannabis-based medicine, lets multiple sclerosis patients...
'Diet' is out
As weight-conscious consumers seek more positive messages on food labels, avoidance claims like...
Paint makes comeback in a cube
Jotaplast paint has gained a recent market boost. Packaging manager Ole Anton Bakke from brand...
Kraft to ring in 2012 with 70+ product launches
With more than 70 new product launches scheduled in the early part of the new year, Kraft Foods...
Mattel video plays up toy packaging
Just in time for the holidays, Mattel has released a video designed to help parents avoid the...
Study: BPA in packaging can affect female heart
According to a new study, bisphenol A found in food packaging, dental sealants and other...
Mitsubishi, Spear form liner recycling initiative
Label products firm Spear has joined with Mitsubishi on "Reprocess," a technology that...
Kim Jong Il's last days included packaging plant visit
North Korean dictator Kim Jong Il died Sunday. Among his last public appearances was an official...
Study shows 'exercise labels' help lower consumption of unhealthy foods
Health experts are calling for junk food and fizzy drinks to have ‘exercise labels' on their...
Packaging gives candy a holiday flavor
Mrs. Fields Chocolates engaged design consultants at Ideas that Kick to craft holiday packaging...
Coca-Cola to develop 100% renewable PlantBottles on global scale
The Coca-Cola Co. has announced multi-million dollar partnership agreements with three leading...
Steam bag lets consumers give potatoes a 'home-made' taste
Agrow Fresh Produce Co. is including a folded-up dual-ovenable steam bag inside the package of...
Primo pumps up its at-home soda making system
Primo Flavorstation transforms Primo Water or filtered water into crisp, refreshing sparkling...
Hand soap packaging wins WorldStar Award
The custom-shaped container, created by Berlin Packaging's Studio One Eleven design division,...
Excellent Packaging harvests green foodservice solutions
The sustainable packaging manufacturer is supplying compostable and biodegradable foodservice...
U.S., Canada partner on food safety modernization
The FDA's Deputy Commissioner for Foods Michael R. Taylor outlines a recent agreement between...
Pyramid Breweries pours into new packaging
The popular Pacific Northwest brewery is turning back the clock with its retooled packaging...
Swarovski perfume packaging nets French award
A folding box, created by Alliora for Swarovski's new Aura fragrance, has received the Oscar de...
ZICO Chocolate Coconut Water named Product of the Year
The coconut water brand's latest product distinguishes itself by standing out in a category...
Food trends point to rising prices, more home meals
A continued desire to save money will lead more Americans to eat at home in the coming year, and...
Vaseline lotions get smooth new look
The 140-year-old personal care brand—owned by Unilever—has freshened up the look of its...
Hasbro to cut PVC from packaging
The toy manufacturer aims to eliminate polyvinyl chloride from all new core toy and game...
Louisiana Food Company launches new labels
The specialty food products company has launched new labels for its packaged dry products and...
Study reveals the role of packaging for online shoppers
A recent U.S. study by Shikatani Lacroix shows that packaging remains an important element...
Glass bottle makes premium energy drink 'table ready'
"Our new packaging sets us apart from the cluttered mainstream energy drink category by...
FDA favors more risk info on birth control pills
Federal health regulators are leaning toward adding new information about the risk of blood...
Stanford study: The humble potato chip and packaging language target class distinctions
Cheaper chips promote working class values of economy, tradition and homeyness—while...
Coke bottle prototype attracts auction excitement
Two relics from Coca-Cola's early history recently caused a stir in the world of high-end...
Report: IML growth opportunities abound
According to recent figures, interest in in-mold labeling is growing in North America and...
Bottle gives dressing the royal treatment
Known for its line of luxury edibles, King's Fine Foods wanted to launch its new salad dressing...
USDA proposes streamlined generic-label approval
The U.S. Dept. of Agriculture is proposing regulations that would enable vendors to label a...
Pickle purveyor puckers up with lip balm
Van Holten's, a company best known for it's Pickle-in-a-Pouch products, offers pickle-flavored...
Documents link Coke to Grand Canyon plastic bottle reversal
Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility issued a claim that a major beverage bottler...
Packaging can help fight global food loss
In the context of the Interpack SAVE FOOD campaign, the packaging industry wants to fight food...
Redesign gives coffee products a fresh flavor
A redesign gave a well-known Dutch brand of coffee-enrichment products a modern feel, with a...
Coke is seeing red again after flirting with white cans and confusing market
The beverage giant is returning the traditional red Coke cans to shelves in its upcoming run...
Tomato packages recalled in salmonella scare
A St. Louis, MO produce company is recalling various packages of its grape tomatoes due to...
Nestle Crunch wrap adds holiday cheer
Nestle Crunch has released bars with special holiday-themed packaging, featuring characters...
Standing out from the pack
U by Kotex packaging DISTINGUISHES ITSELF WITH ENGAGING GRAPHICS AND BRIGHT COLORS, boldly going...
Dog food packaging boasts sustainability pedigree
Steve's Real Food is a line of all-natural pet foods that offers premium contents and...
Quality care from processing to packaging
Vacuum conveying gently handles Traditional Medicinals' delicate blended teas and protects its...
New closure gives vodka a top-shelf appearance
Finlandia Platinum Vodka features a cork-based closure with its logo embossed on an aluminum...
Foamed candy is a blast
This new sour candy distinguishes itself with a unique foaming dispenser. The packaging...
Retail-ready packaging beckons U.S. market
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Makeover gives feminine products a fresh feeling
Summer's Eve, owned by C.B. Fleet, freshened up its longstanding brand with a new look, and a...
Haircare product line offers packaging with style
Long known to pros in the fashion industry, hair-care brand Toni&Guy is launching a line of...
A prescription for success
A study focusing on calendar blister packaging shows that EFFECTIVE DRUG PACKAGING DESIGN can...
Aluminum wine bottles positioned as ideal for holiday parties and gifts
"FLASQ Wines is going boldly where wine in a glass and cork screws have not gone before," says...
Fresh ready-to-eat pomegranate seeds debut in convenient cups
POM Wonderful, the largest U.S. grower of fresh pomegranates and producer of pomegranate juice,...
Resealable pouch
The Quick Zip pouch with self-gripping fastener system uses an easy-open, resealable zipper...
Quill.com launches Dunder Mifflin paper
Quill.com, a leading business-to-business office products provider, has partnered with...
New sprayer for topical anesthetic brings comfort to patient and to healthcare pro
Gebauer's Ethyl Chloride Accu-Stream 360 products feature new actuator technology, which allows...
Effective product packaging can be counter-productive, new study finds
A new study has found that the same persuasive packaging that can lead consumers to buy a...
Food firms have five years to meet new EU label rules
Food manufacturers will have until Dec. 13, 2016, to comply with new product labeling...
Walmart, Amazon work to cut down "wrap rage"
The powerhouse retailers are urging manufacturers to alter product packaging to cut waste and...
Gang jailed for counterfeit vodka, packaging
A ring of UK criminals have been busted for running a counterfeit vodka ring. In addition to...
Smurfit Kappa wins Corrugated Pack of the Year
Smurfit Kappa UK has received Corrugated Pack of the Year recognition at the 2011 UK Packaging...
Earth Wise introduces juices in FSC-certified packs
For the first time in the U.S., beverages are being filled in aseptic carton packs displaying...
FDA injunction blocks dietary supplement maker
The FDA has filed suit to block a dietary supplements firm for substituting ingredients and...
PEEPS hatch new holiday treats
Just Born has released new PEEPS candy for the holidays. The chocolate-dipped, caramel-flavored...
Make the most of new meat labeling law
Retailers and their meat and poultry suppliers caught a bit of a break this month, when the U.S....
Home-style dog treats debut in high-end stand-up pouch
Milo's Kitchen, a new line of thoughtfully prepared home-style treats for dogs from Del Monte...
Nestlé Waters to build a highly efficient bottling plant in England
Nestlé Waters is investing more than £35 million in a new factory in Buxton, U.K. The...
LCA study compares eco impact of three different shipping cases
Commissioned by Mills Industries and conducted by SymbioSus, the life-cycle analysis (LCA) study...
New testing center anticipates growing demand for high pressure processing
The new HPP testing center at Multivac's world headquarters in Germany will enable perishable...
Webinar to highlight food/beverage trends for 2012
Innova Market Insights has identified 10 key trends that will impact the food and beverage...
Philip Morris files suit against Aussie cigarette packaging legislation
Philip Morris Asia Ltd. has filed a suit seeking to block Australia's legislation, which would...
Jones Soda puts the holidays in a bottle
Jones Soda has released limited-edition flavors for the 2011 holiday season. The sodas evoke...
PACKAGING BRIEFS Tuesday, Nov. 22
People, services, awards and news impacting the packaging...
Packaging preview in 3-D
Hammer Packaging, a converter providing both offset and flexo shrink sleeve labels is offering...
Heinz revamps packaging to boost sales
H.J. Heinz Co. is turning to smaller, less-expensive packages for its namesake ketchup and...
Eco-friendly packaging protects glass bottles
Cocoon Apothecary, a company offering high-end beauty products, has introduced post-consumer...
Report counters "myths" about polystyrene packaging
A recent life-cycle analysis report that polystyrene foam packaging has less of a negative...
Call for entries in Design for Recycling awards
The Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries honor recognizes products that can be safely and...
Bag-in-box packaging
The company has created a range of Bag-in-Box products with the tap on the outside, enabling...
Toys R Us: QR codes to enhance holiday toy shopping experience
"Mobile commerce is our fastest growing channel of consumer engagement, as shoppers increasingly...
Herbal stress remedy takes the easy-open blister route
Lanes Health chose the Burgopak slider to package the new Kalms Day tablets. The unit-dose pack...
Experts profile secondary packaging market
Retail-ready packaging presents a number of opportunities in the secondary packaging market....
Valspar's easy-to-use spray paint can frees consumers' creative flair
The new Valspar Spray Paint can makes the spray painting experience easier, faster and cleaner...
Celestial Seasonings uses high-impact graphics for new Kombucha Energy Shots
Packaged in convenient, single-serve 2 fl oz bottles, Celestial Seasonings Kombucha Energy Shots...
Fragrance sampler discreetly sits in flashy necklace
At the Luxe Pack Monaco 2011 show, La Factory, a France-based packaging solutions provider to...
Auto-dosing container
New EasyDose is a household container for products that should be dosed exactly. The container's...
U.S. business groups blast Australia's law requiring plain packaging for tobacco products
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the National Assn of Manufacturers, the Emergency Committee for...
Award toasts creative champagne packaging
The Prix Forme de Luxe has recognized Sleever International for its shrink-label packaging of...
Packaging recycling: There's an app for that
Plastics Make it Possible has launched Bin It!, a fun and addictive new game that challenges...
PACKAGING BRIEFS Tuesday, November 15
People, services, awards and news impacting the packaging...
Tubular PET container
This new 30-ml tubular container, made of PET, reportedly offers clear, glass-like clarity and...
Diabetics get boost in convenient packaging
Glucose Quick Sticks give diabetics a healthy boost of glucose when needed. The quick-dissolving...
Cosmetic firm adopts airless bottles for all products
SKIN all natural is one of the first companies to adopt specially designed airless bottles to...
Partnership pledges $1 million for food safety training and incident prevention
The Grocery Manufacturers Association joins U.S. government and World Bank officials in...
First the plastic cork, and now the paper wine bottle
The UK will soon see the launch of the world's first paper wine bottle. It may have oenophiles...
Nacho brand plays two sides of packaging in border war
To boost pre-game festivities, Mission Brands has released limited edition Border Showdown...
Cold medicine packaging nothing to sneeze at for kids
Sick babies and kids with runny noses and coughs continue to create controversy within the cough...
Using light, researchers convert 2-D patterns into 3-D objects
Researchers from North Carolina State University have developed a simple way to convert...
Pooh baby care bottles win design award
An American Graphic Design Award has been presented to TricorBraun Design and Engineering for...
Film for in-mold decorating
Lumirror FA6 PET film-a proprietary, multi-layer structure for in-mold decorating...
Eden Foods receives 'Friends of Glass' packaging award
Eden's "Friends of Glass" award recognizes the company's commitment to glass packaging. Organic...
Rutgers to revitalize its packaging engineering program
An Oct. 28, 2011, fundraising dinner at Rutgers University raised $110,000 to revitalize...
BrassCraft Manufacturing redesigns its 'Made in the USA' logo
BrassCraft Manufacturing is diligently ensuring that the products which carry this new flag logo...
Beer tab bears unique cutout
Rexam's Beverage can Europe division has created a custom cutout tab for a Norwegian beverage...
Body-care packaging by M&H blossoms
M&H has helped Bulgarian Rose-Karlovo craft striking packaging for its rose-based body-care...
Process Expo 2011 presents cameras, coders, cartons and more
A visit to Chicago's McCormick Place for Process Expo 2011 on Tues., Nov. 1, uncovered a number...
Bolthouse Farms salad dressings lighten up
Bolthouse Farms has broadened its line of premium salad dressings with two new light flavors....
Heinz serves up patriotic labels for Veterans Day
A new Heinz promotion touts the phrase "Our Turn to Serve" on Heinz Ketchup bottles in...
Decorated closures
A new multi-functional and sustainable process for double anodizing to decorate closures allows...
LED label lights up beverage bottle
An interactive label that activates a sequence of flashing lights when a beverage bottle is held...
MGD's new yet iconic black-label packaging unifies its global look
MillerCoors is unveiling a new global look for Miller Genuine Draft's primary and secondary...
'Most influential lawyer' joins case against corn processors
W. Mark Lanier, the Houston attorney renowned for securing trial verdicts amounting to hundreds...
Australia's plain cigarette packaging plan delayed until end of 2012
Australian Health Minister Nicola Roxon announced the country will delay the introduction of...
Ohio drops dairy-labeling limitations
The state has stopped seeking to place limits on labeling of organic dairy products. The...
Goldenberg's PEANUT CHEWS unveils retro packaging
Goldenberg's PEANUT CHEWS packaging is getting back to its roots. The new product label brings...
Plant-fiber foodservice containers
This line of food display and preservation containers is made from bulrush and other plant...
Startup revs up
Sprout Foods developed and produced its organic baby food in an award-winning retort pouch, and...
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