When it comes to testing shopper response to new packaging, a digital walk down a virtual shopping aisle holds a lot of answers.

A new business platform for brands wanting to launch niche products has been announced by Amcor Rigid Plastics.

Plant protein, coconut oil, drinkable foods and smaller packs are just some of the trends of 2016.

Zebra's David Arkles says there's a host of new technologies to help connect customers to your packaging.

Digital printing, eco-friendly packs and mobile-engaged packaging are three of the trends to impact the market this year.

New Zealand is concerned proposed labelling reforms in Australia will adversely affect its producers.

GEA New Zealand has opened an in-house laboratory to test powder filling systems for the food industry.

Global protective packaging company Storopack has aquired its Australian sales partner Intellipack.

A dairy company is enabling Chinese consumers to check the authenticity and provenance of baby formula using their smartphones.

A European carton packaging association has ramped up its efforts to promote cartonboard as the most sustainable form of packaging.

Australian folding carton supplier Colorpak will be acquired by business partner Graphic Packaging International.

Nestle Australia's compact coffee pouch has been shortlisted for one of the top three special prizes in the 2016 WorldStar Awards.

McDonalds has launched a new range of packaging in line with its changing image, and to serve as a billboard for the brand.

The FDA has moved to ban three grease-resistant chemical substances found in food packaging due to their links with cancer.

Print and packaging consumables company Flint Group has confirmed its acquisition of digital printer developer Xeikon.

Amcor has acquired US-based flexible packaging business Deluxe Packages for AU$61 million.