Al Ain Farms, the UAE’s first and largest integrated dairy and poultry company, has partnered with Emirati artist Abdulla Lutfi to celebrate the UAE’s 53rd National Day with limited-edition packaging. This collaboration, launched on November 15, features three exclusive artworks that reflect the country’s heritage. The designs highlight key landmarks: the first showcases Abu …
UPM Raflatac launches WashOff linerless label for reusable plastic packaging
UPM Raflatac has introduced its new OptiCut™ WashOff linerless label, expanding its direct thermal label offering for the reuse of plastic packaging. The label is designed for returnable and reusable plastic containers, including those made from PP, HDPE, and PET, used in food logistics. This product aims to meet growing demand for sustainable packaging …
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KHS introduces Nature MultiPack with cardboard handle for eco-friendly packaging
KHS Group has unveiled a new addition to its Nature MultiPack solution, integrating a kraft paper carrying handle as a replacement for plastic film. The innovation aligns with growing demands for sustainable packaging driven by consumer expectations and regulatory pressures. The Nature MultiPack reduces material consumption by 85% compared to traditional shrink film …
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Smurfit Westrock introduces EasySplit Bag-in-Box for better recycling
Smurfit Westrock has introduced its EasySplit Bag-in-Box® design, developed to help customers comply with the upcoming Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). This regulation will require all packaging to achieve at least 80% recyclability. For Bag-in-Box® products, the key challenge is ensuring that the box and bag are easily separable for effective recycling. …
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Metsä Board enhances recycling with QR code labels on packaging materials
Metsä Board, a European producer of premium fresh fibre paperboards, has introduced QR codes on pallet and reel labels for all product deliveries. The initiative aims to simplify recycling by providing customers with clear, accessible information on the packaging materials accompanying their paperboard deliveries. The QR codes link to an app detailing the …
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Beverage cans go bisphenol-free with AkzoNobel innovation
AkzoNobel has introduced Accelshield™ 300, a bisphenol-free internal spray coating for beverage cans. This innovation, part of the company’s Packaging Coatings portfolio, aims to meet evolving regulatory demands while enhancing performance. The new coating is free of bisphenols, styrene, PFAS, and formaldehyde. Approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and several …
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Trivium Packaging shines with three wins at Can of the Year awards
For the fifth consecutive year, Trivium Packaging has been recognized at The Canmaker’s Can of the Year Awards for its advancements in sustainable and functional metal packaging. The awards, one of the longest-standing in the metal packaging industry, celebrate innovation in aluminum and steel packaging. Trivium won three accolades this year: a Gold …
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New 2-liter recycle-ready pouch set to revolutionize home care packaging
Amcor, in collaboration with Mespack, has introduced a 2-liter recycle-ready stand-up pouch for home care products such as liquid soaps, cleaners, and laundry detergents. This innovation addresses the technical challenges of larger-format pouches while meeting sustainability demands. Until now, recycle-ready pouches have been limited to sizes between 1 and 1.5 liters due to …
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smartwater rolls out stylish new Aluminum Cans
smartwater by the Coca-Cola Company has launched a new line of 12-ounce aluminum cans in the United States, offering both its original and alkaline variants. This marks the first time vapor-distilled water has been available in this format. The cans are designed with a sleek, modern aesthetic, aiming to provide a functional and convenient …
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Guerlain partners with Aptar Beauty for L’Art & La Matière collection
Guerlain has chosen Aptar Beauty as the supplier for pumps in its L’Art & La Matière collection, encompassing both fragrances and personal care products. The collaboration highlights Aptar Beauty’s Sensea fragrance pump and GSA dispensing pump, aligning functionality with Guerlain’s emphasis on luxury and refillability. The Sensea fragrance pump is utilized for all …
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