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Australia's environment ministers have declared packaging reform urgent and named soft plastics as an initial priority, but offered no firm timetable or regulatory commitments. SPSA has welcomed the soft plastics focus, while Boomerang Alliance and WMRR have raised concerns about the lack of concrete action. Read more
Lyondell Basell created a platform at K for its full range of material solutions for packaging, including new additions to its PP film portfolio.
In a follow-up to the evolving story of Aussie company ICEE, PKN caught with the company at K where they were seeking manufacturers for their patented foldable EPS container.
The IML Klear Can from Milacron was on show following the announcement of its first commercial sale.
Husky Injection Molding Systems showcased its new system solution for the manufacture of specialty closures, HyperSync.
The triennial plastics spectacle known as the K show drew record crowds in its eight-day stint from 19-26 October in Dusseldorf.
At K 2016, Windmöller & Hölscher delivered an impressive showcase of the benefits of “intelligent machines with integrated processes and intuitive operation”.
Rekorderlig has voluntarily withdrawn its Cocktail Cans from shelves after discovering an issue with the cans.
Exporters are set to benefit from an agreement between Monash University and the Nutrition and Health Research Institute of China.
Supply chain solutions company CHEP painted some of its iconic blue pallets pink to raise awareness for breast cancer.
The Packaging Council of Australia (PCA) has plans to sign a MOU with the PIAA which could see the PCA join the PIAA.
Tetra Pak is eyeing off the seniors market with a launch of a consumer study which highlights the needs of the elderly.
Country of Origin labelling was rolled out on the packaging of several Fresh Cut products in Woolworths stores this week.
PepsiCo has announced it will design 100 per cent of its packaging to be recoverable or recyclable by 2025.
The Foodtech Packtech show saw a strong Aussie contingent among the almost 200 exhibitors: the highest number in over a decade.
Standards body GS1 Australia will partner with digital product content provider Brandbank to provide more options for brand owners.
Linpac has added natural-look graphics to its rPET vacuum skin packaging (VSP) to increase shelf stand-out for brand owners.
