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In news that is disappointing but not surprising given the recent reports on the unfolding Qenos saga, the new owner of Qenos has placed the company into voluntary administration. The closure of the Qenos Botany facility has also been confirmed. Read more
The ACCC has instituted court proceedings against Clorox Australia, owner of GLAD-branded kitchen and garbage bags, over alleged false claims that bags were partly made of recycled 'ocean plastic'.
An agreement struck between Cleanaway and Viva Energy will see the two companies undertake a prefeasibility assessment of a circular solution for soft plastics and other hard-to-recycle plastics.
Industry groups and local manufacturers, including Kimberly-Clark Australia, have voiced approval of the government's Future Made in Australia Act announced by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, although there's recognition that the plan needs "fleshing out".
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ABAC scheme says updated codes improved guidance
17 Apr 2024ABAC's updated set of code standards has improved guidance for industry on responsible digital marketing for alcoholic beverages following a spate of packaging and advertising breaches in 2023.
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NZ kiwifruit marketer rolls out Fruit Pillbox
18 Apr 2024Speakeasy has developed a simple yet striking way to help New Zealand-based international kiwi marketer Zespri increase consumption of its nutritious fruit line: the Fruit Pillbox.
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Turning the Dial sustainability event on in Perth
17 Apr 2024Turning the Dial 2024, a sustainability-themed event for the food and beverage manufacturing sector, will be held in Perth on 30 May. This industry event is dedicated to ESG, food waste, and sustainable packaging innovations.
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How brands can convert to sustainable packaging
17 Apr 2024Implementing sustainable packaging in a small-scale brand may pose challenges, but with careful planning, it's achievable says Anthony Partington, co-founder and creative director at Brandwell.
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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.
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SMC boosts flow rates with JSB angle valves
2 Apr 2024To maintain a competitive edge in today’s fast-paced market, local industries are investing in new-generation solutions designed to improve performance, enhance productivity and bolster performance.
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PLAY PKN: Video Bulletin 12 April
12 Apr 2024In the news: Smurfit Kappa, WestRock, BioPak, Huskee, Visy, Pact Group, Orora, Sustainable Packaging Coalition, Women in Packaging Awards.
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PKN Podcast Ep 88: March Packaging News Unpacked
8 Apr 2024Lindy Hughson and Kim Berry provide insight, analysis and commentary on the top news stories shaping change in Australia’s dynamic packaging industry in March.
Food Frontier’s industry leading annual alternative proteins conference, AltProteins 24, is on in Melbourne on 10 October, with early bird tickets now available.
CSIRO has released a new report Responsible Innovation at CSIRO detailing how the national science agency is designing and delivering leading-edge research to benefit everyone.
Beverage company Lion has appointed Simon Edgar to general manager of its spirits business, which includes Vanguard Luxury Brands and Four Pillars.
