Saica Group and Mondelez collaborate on recyclable paper-based packaging for food market

  Saica Group, a leading packaging solutions company, and Mondelez, a prominent fast-moving consumer goods manufacturer, have partnered to introduce a new paper-based packaging solution aimed at multipack products in the confectionery, biscuits, and chocolate markets. The new packaging is designed to be recyclable in the paper waste stream and is suitable for heat sealable …

Coveris launches MonoFlex Fibre: Eco-friendly paper packaging

  Coveris, a leading packaging solutions provider, has introduced MonoFlex Fibre, a paper-based packaging range, in response to the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation’s requirement for all packaging in the European market to be reusable or recyclable by 2030.   The regulation has extended producer responsibility for the post-consumer stage of a product, including imposing …

Amazon’s big move: Cutting plastic packaging by 95%

  Amazon has unveiled its largest reduction in plastic packaging to date, replacing 95% of plastic air pillows with paper filler in its delivery packaging.   “We’re constantly inventing and thinking big to make our packaging small. We want to ensure that customers receive their items undamaged, while using as little packaging as possible to …

Detpak expands Eco-Products® range to South East Asia and Middle East

  Detpak, a South Australian packaging solutions company, has announced the expansion of its Eco-Products range into South East Asia and the Middle East. Previously available only in Australia and New Zealand, this range includes compostable, no-added PFAS sugarcane food service packaging, such as plates, bowls, and containers.   This expansion represents the largest introduction …

Unilever partners with Serioplast to revolutionize packaging prototyping with 3D printing

  Unilever, a global leader in fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), has embarked on a groundbreaking collaboration with Serioplast Global Services to transform packaging prototyping using 3D printing technology. This innovative approach aims to accelerate product development cycles and significantly reduce costs associated with traditional mold-making processes.   Stefano Cademartiri, CAD & Prototyping Owner at Unilever, …

Aldi introduces recycled plastic in crisp packaging to reduce single-use plastics

  Aldi has taken a significant step towards reducing single-use plastic consumption by introducing recycled plastic in its own-label crisp packaging. This move marks the UK supermarket’s commitment to sustainability, with a minimum of 35% recycled content now incorporated into its Specially Selected Hand Cooked range, already rolled out nationwide. Aldi plans to extend this …

AFMASS Food Expo Eastern Africa 2024 set to drive industry innovation

  The AFMASS Food Expo Eastern Africa, a prominent trade show for food, consumer goods, hospitality, and retail industries, will return for its 2024 edition from June 12-14 at the Sarit Expo Centre in Nairobi, Kenya. This event is a key gathering for industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders to explore new technologies, investment opportunities, and …

Indian FMCG firms aim at Dubai as their gateway to global markets

  Indian FMCG companies are increasingly turning to Dubai as a springboard for global expansion, according to Ashraf A. Mahate, Dubai’s chief economist for trade and export development.   By capitalizing on Dubai’s robust infrastructure and strategic location, these businesses are strategically aiming to penetrate key markets in regions like the Middle East, Africa, and …

Nestlé invests in Ocean 14 Fund to boost sustainable blue economy

  Nestlé has announced an investment in the Ocean 14 Capital Fund I, aimed at promoting a sustainable and regenerative blue economy. This investment aligns with Nestlé’s sustainability goals and supports the advancement of Nestlé Purina PetCare’s sustainability initiatives.   The Ocean 14 Capital Fund I focuses on sustainable use of ocean resources, investing in …

dmBio introduces unpackaged filling stations in selected stores

  In a bid to reduce packaging waste, dmBio has launched a pilot project offering customers the opportunity to fill their own containers with a selection of more than ten popular dmBio products. The initiative, currently available in 15 selected dm markets in German states such as Hesse, North Rhine-Westphalia, and Lower Saxony, aims to …