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Packaging giant Amcor saw its sales and profits for the full year all rise in constant currency terms, but take a hit in real terms thanks to adverse currency fluctuations, as CEO Ron Delia declared it the “global leader in consumable packaging". Read more
Melbourne-based flexible packaging specialist O.F Pack has acquired flexible packaging printer and converter Plasticover for an undisclosed sum, enabling the expansion of its local pouch and bag converting operation.
Victoria has been thrown a lifeline in its waste crisis after Cleanaway purchased $60m of the debts of collapsed recycling firm SKM, giving it effective control of the company.
Impact International has won the Creative Sustainability Award at the National Print Awards, with Labelhouse picking up two gold medals.
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Amcor launches PET beer solution
7 Aug 2019Amcor has developed Brazil’s first PET bottles for pasteurised beer, saying they combine a glass-like base with a light weight and shatter resistance.
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LIVE forum explores: What makes a brave brand?
14 Aug 2019Early bird tickets have just gone on sale for the Food & Drink Business + PKN LIVE breakfast forum on 11 October in Melbourne, which will explore what it takes to be a truly brave brand.
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How to lead a sustainable office from the C-Suite down
14 Aug 2019In the lead up to Keep Australia Beautiful Week, Christine Black, director of public affairs, communications and sustainability at Coca-Cola South Pacific discusses how action must be taken internally to create a culture of care for products created and the planet we inhabit.
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Sumo SmartPlate extends wellness range
21 Aug 2019Sydney-based design agency Our Revolution has again teamed up with SumoSalad for its latest ready meal product, SumoWell SmartPlate.
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Concrete solution for ultra-strong packaging
6 Aug 2019Australian company Eden Innovations is developing a range of plastics applications for its carbon nanotube technology used in concrete.
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Switching to Nordson die benefits Innovia
2 Jul 2019When a die used by Innovia Shrinkfilms for making shrink sleeve film yielded product that was often out of tolerance, the company switched to a die from Nordson, and saw tolerances improve by 30 per cent, and experienced reduced startup times.
If food quality and safety standards are to be embedded in a company’s culture, a shift in focus is needed, McCormick & Co director of Global Quality Systems and Food Safety, Jill Hoffman said at this week’s APAC Food Safety Conference.
In the non-dairy milk category, Almond Breeze is a brand that has made bold moves to achieve phenomenal results. At Food & Drink Business + PKN LIVE breakfast forum on 11 October, we'll find out how.
A S Harrison & Co has been providing specialised raw materials for almost 100 years, with its Performance Ingredients division offering a broad range of food products including beef powder.
