Design
Xaar releases new printbar for black 1D and 2D variable data printing
Xaar recently launched the Black version of its Versatex printbar at interpack 2026, said to bring high-definition black 1D
Gentlebrand reveals lightweighting approach for still water bottle
Gentlebrand has introduced its SmartWeighting approach through the Minera SmartWeighting still water bottle, aiming to demonstrate that lightweighting can be
OnPrintShop to launch new printing and pattern design solutions at FESPA 2026
OnPrintShop is due to present three new web-to-print solutions for label printing, document printing and pattern design at
Hershey and Pokémon team up for limited-edition foil wrap collection
Hershey’s Kisses and The Pokémon Company International have partnered on a limited-edition collection celebrating 30 years of Pokémon,
What makes the Ramune soda bottle so iconic?
In the latest edition of our Iconic Packs series, we take a look at the Ramune soda bottle, made famous
Dreco launches powder detergent in Mondi’s recyclable, 50% PCR packaging
Dreco has packaged its powder detergent in Mondi’s re/loop PillowBag, which contains 50% post-consumer recycled content and
Amcor introduces ‘user-friendly’ PET beverage container handle
Amcor has unveiled a new 38mm handle for PET containers for water and other non-carbonated beverages, said to have
Sealed Air announces custom paper cushioning system for compact spaces
Sealed Air has expanded its ProPad range with a compact paper cushioning system, designed to integrate into fast-paced conveyor
Calbee limits packs to black and white ink due to Strait of Hormuz crisis
As the Strait of Hormuz crisis limits access to raw materials, Calbee is temporarily limiting its on-pack print for
Smart Planet Technologies unveils recyclable, mono-material PE film
Smart Planet Technologies has announced its HyperBarrier PE film, said to deliver ‘300 times’ the oxygen barrier performance of standard
How does colour affect consumers’ perception of packaging?
In this edition of the Brief, we look at how different colours are utilized in packaging, the role of colour
United Caps presents new ‘plug n’ place’ closure at interpack 2026
United Caps is introducing its new 27 H-PAK closure at interpack 2026, designed to integrate into established filling lines