Siegwerk launches ink that also acts as oxygen barrier
Siegwerk has launched a new white printing ink that also provides an oxygen barrier – an innovation that aims to combine two layers into one.
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CCL Label manufactures ultra-thin mono-PE stretch sleeve said to hold itself in place
CCL Label has unveiled what claims to be the thinnest stretch sleeve on the market at a 30-micron thickness, made of mono-PE and designed to decorate returnable 1-litre PET water bottles.
European labelstock demand dropped sharply in fourth quarter of 2022, says FINAT
New statistics released by FINAT have reported that European labelstock demand faced a significant decrease in last year’s fourth quarter due to strike-related paper shortages from Finland in the first half of 2022, amongst other causes.
Coffee pods have lower carbon footprint than filter coffee, according to new study
A new study has suggested that coffee pods result in fewer greenhouse gas emissions throughout their life cycle than those of filter, French press, and instant coffees.
AIPIA announces dates for 2023 World Congress in Amsterdam
AIPIA, the Active & Intelligent Packaging Industry Association, in conjunction with its partner Packaging Europe, has confirmed that the next World Congress will take place on the 14th and 15th of November at the Beurs van Berlage in central Amsterdam.
Amcor acquires MDK to expand medical device packaging portfolio in Asia Pacific region
Amcor has announced its acquisition of MDK, a Shanghai-based provider of medical device packaging, in an effort to complement its existing portfolio on the Chinese market.
IoT sensor-based blockchain technology provides NFT authentication via smartphone
During the recent CES show in Las Vegas, Authena AG, a leading provider of NFT ownership certificates and ‘phygital’ authentication at the single SKU level introduced M3TA™, which provides authenticity and ownership certificates via NFTs associated with their physical twin.
Asda to switch to ‘best before’ labels on own-brand yoghurt packaging in bid to lessen food waste
Asda is replacing the ‘use by’ date labels with ‘best before’ alternatives on over half of its own-brand yoghurts, a move intended to reduce food waste in the home.
On-pack QR codes will give full traceability of meat products sold online
A new traceability system that enables customers to use their smartphones to see where their whole cuts come from has been launched by online meat retailer Farmison & Co. The company, which is based in Yorkshire, UK, says its new system enables customers to see precisely where their meat…
Uber and Visa launch programme to provide $1 million to small food establishments switching to sustainable packaging
Uber and Visa are joining forces in a new programme designed to support qualifying small-to-medium-sized Uber Eats restaurants in their transitions towards sustainable packaging solutions with a $1 million fund.
Unlocking the potential of chemical recycling
Chemical recycling – the potential benefits are huge, but what are the barriers standing in the way of increased uptake?
Yeo Valley replaces single-use lids with reusable alternative
Yeo Valley is introducing reusable lids for its 350g and 450g yoghurt tubs from January 2023, which will be available to consumers through the exchange of ‘Yeokens’ in an online loyalty scheme.
Combining RFID and touchscreen technology enhances consumer experience
Longstanding AIPIA member SML Group, an end-to-end RFID specialist, recently announced a new partnership with Elo, a leading global supplier of interactive touchscreen solutions. By combining RFID technology with interactive touchscreen solutions, this partnership brings two technology solutions…