The number of businesses registering to use the Australian Made, Australian Grown logo has almost doubled over the past year.

Packaging and plastics manufacturer Cardia Bioplastics has secured European patent protection for its bioplastics technology.

Pact Group subsidiary Alto has joined with dairy giant Fonterra to launch a milk bottle in support of the All Blacks 2015 Rugby World Cup.

Sydney-based contract packer Multipack officially opened its food manufacturing and packing plant in Ingleburn last week.

CHEP is helping the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) to better assist displaced families.

Industrial Inkjet Ltd (IIJ) will demonstrate the packaging applications of its bespoke printing systems at Pack Expo Las Vegas.

Labelexpo Europe will offer insight into active and intelligent packaging as part of its show offering.

Avery Dennison has helped a cosmetics company with DirectLink near field communication (NFC) technology.

There are rumours of plans for a $70 million agribusiness park in Adelaide involving contract wine packager Portavin.

The global protective packaging market was worth $22.25 billion in 2014 and is projected to reach $29.30 billion in 2020.

Jamestrong Packaging has opened a 6500 square-metre warehouse in Kyabram, Victoria.

David Carter has stepped into the role of interim CEO of the NPCIA following Stan Moore's departure last month.

A packaging designer has introduced a new packaging concept using printed electronics that allows the pack to play audio content.

Pact Group completed its acquisition of Jalco last week following a restructure which enabled Jalco to retain its health and wellness arm.

Pact Group's sales revenue grew by 9.3 per cent to $1249 million in the last financial year, with five acquisitions opening up new markets.

The aluminium can is a preferred drinks container for consumers, and packaging is vital, according to a new report by FoodMinds.