Capri-Sun launches recyclable 330ml pouches with innovative lid design

  Capri-Sun has unveiled its latest innovation in sustainable packaging with the introduction of recyclable 330-milliliter pouches featuring an integrated lid. This development aligns with the latest EU directive on packaging sustainability.   The new pouches are crafted from recyclable mono-material polypropylene, enhancing their recyclability and enabling easier disposal in dedicated recycling systems. The innovative …

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 …

Coca-Cola unveils new global campaign “It’s Magic When the World Comes Together”

  Coca-Cola has launched a new global campaign titled “It’s Magic When the World Comes Together” ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Announced on July 8, the campaign emphasizes cross-cultural connections anticipated at the global sporting event.   Central to the campaign is a commercial celebrating iconic Olympic and Paralympic moments. Olympic …

Henkel Adhesive Technologies achieves 100% renewable electricity in MEA sites

  Henkel Adhesive Technologies has achieved a significant sustainability milestone by transitioning all its manufacturing sites in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region to 100% renewable electricity. This change eliminates approximately 10,471 tons of CO2 emissions annually.   The company’s eight MEA Adhesive Technologies sites, located across six countries, have switched to renewable electricity …

Refreshed summer-themed connected packaging enhances consumer engagement

  Appetite Creative, in collaboration with Tetra Pak, has launched an updated smart packaging experience aimed at enhancing consumer engagement for a leading European fruit juice producer. This innovative campaign, now in its third iteration due to popular demand, introduces a vibrant summer drinks theme, offering new recipes tailored to individual tastes and preferences.   …

Sidel unveils StarLITE®-R Nitro: High-resistance bottle base for nitrogen-dosed products

  Sidel has introduced the StarLITE®-R Nitro, a new bottle base designed for nitrogen-dosed still beverages and edible oils, made entirely from recycled PET (rPET). The StarLITE®-R Nitro features a distinctive ‘wave’ design, differing from traditional petaloid shapes, and has been tested under industrial conditions to ensure high bottle resilience and quality.   Laurent Naveau, …

Leading companies support transition to QR Codes with GS1 standards

  On the 50th anniversary of the first barcode scan, 22 industry leaders, including Alibaba.com, Carrefour, and Procter & Gamble, have signed a global joint statement calling for the adoption of QR Codes with GS1 standards. These QR Codes aim to revolutionize the consumer experience by providing extensive product information accessible via smartphones.   Since …

Esprit launches new 500ml 4-pack with flavourful twist

  Esprit, known for its unique ready-to-drink beverages, has introduced a new 500ml 4-pack format. The 4-pack offers consumers the same distinct flavors at a price point of R79.99.   The launch features a campaign called #FourTheFlavour, where consumers can win weekly prizes by sharing their experiences with the new 500ml 4-pack. To participate, consumers …

Constantia Flexibles and ExxonMobil introduce recyclable freezer films for Bonduelle

  Constantia Drukpol, a Polish plant of leading flexible packaging converter Constantia Flexibles, has collaborated with ExxonMobil, a prominent supplier of polyethylene resins, to develop an innovative freezer film for the plant-based food brand Bonduelle. The new mono-material polyethylene (PE) solution aims to replace traditional multi-material metalized films, making the packaging easier to recycle and …

ExxonMobil collaborates for recyclable High-Barrier Packaging Solution

  ExxonMobil, a prominent international energy company, has collaborated with various partners across the value chain to develop a high-barrier, recyclable MDO-PE//PE laminate solution, addressing the rising demand for sustainable packaging alternatives.   The initiative aims to tackle the challenge of enhancing packaging sustainability while maintaining essential barrier properties against oxygen and moisture, crucial for …