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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
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".
PKN’s latest issue for 2024 is hitting desks, which includes our comprehensive review of APPEX 2024, a preview of drupa, and features on Labels, Sustainability, F&B Packaging, and Design.
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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).
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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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Sustainability is the word in our Easter round up
27 Mar 2024Ahead of the Easter weekend, PKN takes a look at some of the various confectionery initiatives hitting the shelves, with both Nestle and Mondelez making significant reductions in packaging materials.
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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.
Yowie Group has secured the licensing rights to develop, manufacture, and sell National Basketball Association (NBA) themed Yowie toys in the US, Australia, and New Zealand until September 2026. Meanwhile, Keybridge Capital says it now has more than 50 per cent voting power in Yowie and its off-market takeover bid has been extended to 26 April.
Accolade Wines has presented the CCW Co-operative in South Australia’s Riverland Wine region with an offer to buy-out their supply contracts. It says the scheme is the only option that will allow CCW growers and Accolade to remain viable.
With a focus on food waste transformation, sustainable packaging innovation, and the circular economy, Turning the Dial returns to Perth on 30 May, as a not-to-be-missed event for food and beverage manufacturers.
