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Packaging and processing people from around the country, and the globe, celebrated innovation at the APPMA awards last night in an atmosphere of optimism as the industry looks to a bright future. The awards were held midway through the sector's biggest ever exhibition, APPEX, which along with a dazzling array of technology, has shown how purpose, focused minds, and collaboration, can enable packaging and processing to rise to the challenges it faces.
After serving 22 years on the APPMA Board, and 14 years as chairman, Mark Dingley told the 700-plus guests at the APPMA Gala Dinner last night that he will be stepping down from his position as chairman.
Matthews Australasia launched three new technologies that have never been shown before in Australia, and drew strong interest from APPEX visitors.
It was standing room only on the ecoporium by Ball & Doggett stand at APPEX, when Asaf Weis of Vacupack and Caitlyn Richards of Coles, shared their ideas on the war on waste, and the use of plastics in packaging.
Packaging Europe’s brand director Tim Sykes was invited to speak at APPEX – Australia’s leading packaging and processing event – and jumped at the opportunity to learn from stakeholders about the direction of travel in the dynamic Australian industry. He found that now is an opportune time for inter-continental dialogue.
Giants partners with WOSUP in AFL-first
7 Mar 2024AFL’s Giants have sounded the final siren on the use of disposable draught beer plastic cups at home games in a historic deal with social impact enterprise, War on Single Use Plastic (WOSUP).
Chobani, Foodbank & Woolies partner for food access
29 Feb 2024Chobani Australia has teamed up with Foodbank and Woolies to launch two new yoghurt products in customised packaging, with every tub sold donating the equivalent of six meals to Aussies in need.
Pilot Pen releases early results of Eco Pack trial
7 Mar 2024Pilot Pen Australia has released the preliminary results of its national refilling survey and trial of an Eco Pack of recycled pens, each in a paper pouch with three easy-to-grab refills.
Hulsbosch transforms Coles Finest range
7 Mar 2024Brand and design agency Hulsbosch is running a brand transformation project for Australian supermarket chain Coles and their premium private label range, Coles Finest.
Avery Dennison trial: Labels don't hinder recyclability
22 Feb 2024Avery Dennison recently conducted a semi-industrial trial to assess label releasability during the recycling process for HDPE. Results show that its standard adhesion filmic label solutions are fully released.
TOMRA unveils new company structure
19 Mar 2024TOMRA Food has unveiled a new organisational structure, and three AI-powered sorting and grading solutions, both announced at the fresh produce industry event, Fruit Logistica, in Berlin, Germany.
PLAY PKN: Video Bulletin 8 March
8 Mar 2024In the news: Qenos, Coles, Maryvale EfW, Recycling Victoria, Opal, Veolia, Masdar Tribe Australia, GIANTS, WOSUP, Hulsbosch, APPEX.
PKN Podcast Ep 86: February Packaging News Unpacked
6 Mar 2024In this episode, Lindy Hughson is joined by Wayne Robinson to provide insight, analysis and commentary on the top news stories shaping change in Australia’s dynamic packaging industry in February.
Australian hyper-fermentation company, Cauldron, has closed a $9.5 million Series A round, led by Horizons Ventures, with SOSV and In-Q-Tel (IQT) joining existing investor, Main Sequence. In 2023, it completed an over-subscribed seed funding round, raising $10.5 million.
Food fraud has serious food safety and reputational impact, with unscrupulous organisations finding more sophisticated ways of duping companies and consumers. Global Quality lead for industry consultancy Campden BRI, Richard Leathers, outlines how to successfully navigate such threats.
A 60-year history along with changing hands and direction over the years, specialised blender and packer Janbak has demerged from Earlee Products to further grow its reputation. Kim Berry speaks to managing director Michael Hamilton.