Coca Cola and OREO unite for limited-edition flavor mashup

  Coca Cola and OREO have collaborated to introduce two limited-edition products: Coca Cola® OREO™ Zero Sugar and OREO® Coca Cola™ Sandwich Cookie. These items combine the signature flavors and visual identities of both brands, aiming to offer a novel experience to their global fanbases.   The new offerings feature a sleek black-and-white packaging design, …

Innovative packaging technologies: Syntegon at Fachpack 2024

  At the upcoming Fachpack trade fair, Syntegon will present a range of sustainable packaging technologies aimed at helping food manufacturers transition to environmentally friendly processes in line with the European Union’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), set to take effect in 2030. From September 24 to 26, visitors to Syntegon’s booth (1-257, Hall …

Alesayi expands portfolio with advanced BIB packaging system from SIG

  Alesayi Beverage Corporation, a prominent beverage manufacturer in Saudi Arabia since 1959 with a significant 60% market share in the energy drinks sector, is partnering with SIG to broaden its product and packaging range. The collaboration will see Alesayi incorporating the advanced SIG SureFill 42 Aseptic BIB filling system to launch new products in …

PepsiCo South Africa and Standard Bank partner on sustainability initiatives

  PepsiCo South Africa has partnered with Standard Bank on a sustainability-linked working capital facility to support its renewable energy commitments and local procurement initiatives. This collaboration aligns with PepsiCo’s global sustainability agenda, focusing on energy-efficient manufacturing and renewable electricity.   PepsiCo, a leading global food and beverage company, operates in over 200 countries. In …

Innovia Films introduces new low-density film for ice cream packaging

  Innovia Films has launched a new white cavitated ultra-low-density film, VL40, designed specifically for ice cream flow wrap packaging. This film is produced at Innovia’s facility in Płock, Poland.   The VL40 film is engineered to perform well on high-speed flow wrap machines, which are commonly used by ice cream manufacturers across Europe. It …

Greiner Packaging and Constantia Flexibles introduce home compostable coffee capsule solution

  Greiner Packaging and Constantia Flexibles have collaborated to launch a fully home compostable coffee capsule solution. Greiner Packaging produces the capsule body, while Constantia Flexibles provides the lid, EcoPressoLid. This development offers a sustainable option for coffee suppliers prioritizing convenience and environmental responsibility.   The capsule body, created by Greiner Packaging, maintains coffee freshness …

Krones Recycling launched as independent subsidiary

  Krones Recycling GmbH, under the management of Dr. Michael Gotsche, began operations on 1 July 2024 with headquarters in Flensburg. The new company assumes all activities related to plastics recycling while continuing to leverage Krones’ global production, sales, and service network.   This spin-off underscores the growing importance of the recycling sector and Krones …

ProAmpac launches ProActive Recyclable Fresh Tray FT-1000 for sustainable food packaging

  ProAmpac has introduced its latest innovation with the launch of the ProActive Recyclable Fresh Tray FT-1000, a polypropylene-based tray designed for sustainability and operational efficiency. Classified as plastic #5 and approved for curbside recycling, this tray targets the food service and grocery sectors with its lightweight and recyclable properties.   Pascal Labrie, vice president …

Carrefour promotes Plastic Free July with sustainable initiatives

  Carrefour, operated exclusively by Majid Al Futtaim in the UAE, is marking Plastic Free July by encouraging the adoption of sustainable alternatives across its stores. Starting July 3, the retailer will eliminate all plastic bags every Wednesday, coinciding with International Plastic Bag Free Day.   As part of this initiative, Carrefour is offering customers …