Amazon’s SIBC and SIOC Packaging: A shift towards sustainable fulfilment

  In a move to enhance customer experience and promote sustainability, Amazon has rebranded its “Ships in Own Container” (SIOC) program to “Ships in Product Packaging” (SIPP). This initiative allows sellers using Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) to ship products in their own branded packaging, eliminating the need for Amazon-added materials. By minimizing excess packaging, sellers …

Sheffield Hallam students win Deliveroo competition for sustainable packaging design

  Two students from Sheffield Hallam University have won a competition to design sustainable food packaging for Deliveroo. William Shaw and Josephine Cooper received the top prize for their innovative sealing system and updates to an existing packaging product.   The competition, organized by Deliveroo and supported by BioPak, challenged students from the university’s Packaging …

Al Sama Printing Press upgrades production line with KDX Lamination Machine and advanced packaging solutions

  Al Sama Printing Press, a prominent player in the luxury printing and packaging sector, has enhanced its production capacity with the installation of advanced machinery. Established in 2000, the company is known for delivering high-quality printing solutions, and these recent investments, totaling AED 3.5 million, further strengthen its position in the market.   Al …

Tetra Pak launches new Tetra Prisma® Aseptic 300 Edge Carton

  Tetra Pak has partnered with a major European juice brand to introduce the Tetra Prisma® Aseptic 300 Edge carton, designed to enhance consumer convenience and sustainability. This new beverage carton, developed with a focus on renewable materials, aims to reduce its carbon footprint and meet the growing demand for environmentally friendly packaging.   The …

Walmart approves BluePrint Automation’s Easy-D® case-packing solution

    BluePrint Automation (BPA) has unveiled its Easy-D® concept, a patented case-packing solution tailored for food manufacturers aiming to meet the growing demands for Shelf Ready Displays (SRD) from supermarkets. Recently approved by Walmart, the Easy-D® integrates an innovative box design with BPA’s case packing technology.   The Easy-D® offers a unique approach to …

RMB Corvest and Partners complete MBO of Nampak Liquid Cartons

  RMB Corvest, in partnership with Dlondlobala Capital, has completed a management buyout (MBO) of Nampak Liquid Cartons, a division of Nampak Products Ltd, along with its operations in Zambia and Malawi. The acquisition will see the formation of the Diversified Liquid Packaging Group (DLP Group), which will retain its current operations and workforce.   …

Guylian enhances Seashells packaging with elegant new design

  Guylian has unveiled a refreshed design for its Seashells box, enhancing both appearance and functionality. The new packaging eliminates the plastic film previously used, opting instead for a sophisticated seal at the center of the box. This design update aims to facilitate easier access to the popular assortment of hazelnut praliné-filled chocolates.   The …

Pizza Hut introduces Moving Box Table: A practical solution for moving day meals

  Pizza Hut has unveiled its latest innovation: the Moving Box Table, a specialty pizza box that transforms into a miniature table. Designed to enhance convenience for movers, the new packaging aims to offer a practical solution for enjoying pizza without resorting to eating on the floor during the moving process.   Research indicates that …

Cheerios unveils new packaging highlighting nutritional benefits

  Cheerios has unveiled new packaging for its breakfast cereal range, emphasizing its key nutritional features, including its multigrain composition and high-fiber content.   The updated design highlights Cheerios’ nutritional benefits, particularly its inclusion of three whole grains—oats, wheat, and barley—in each serving. The Multigrain and Honey variants are also fortified with seven vitamins and …

Arla launches new Milka chocolate milk range

  Arla Foods, in collaboration with Mondelēz International, has introduced a new line of Milka chocolate milk products. This launch marks a significant development in the history of the Milka brand, which Mondelēz has owned since 2012.   The new Milka chocolate milk range, which became available in June 2024, includes three flavors—Original Chocolate, Caramel, …