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Ergonomics in food packaging

ABOUT as useful as a chocolate teapot. We’ve all heard the phrase — probably from a disgruntled spouse when we’re being a little uncooperative....

New solution helps MAP out a sustainable future for sliced products

ULMA Packaging UK has developed what it describes as a more sustainable Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) solution for low-height sliced products such as meat...

Dr Pepper Zero packaging to highlight drink’s new taste

COCA-COLA Europacific Partners has unveiled a new and 'improved' taste for Dr Pepper Zero as it aims to unlock continued growth for the brand. Made...

Schweppes to launch in ‘sleek’ ready-to-drink format

SCHWEPPES' is to launch in a ready-to-drink cocktail for the first time as Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) looks to deliver bar-quality serves in a...
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Squeezy does it

ITALY’S leading manufacturer of creamed vegetables has become the first producer to pack its products in squeezy plastic bottles from RPC Containers Corby. Serbosco Srl...

Mondelēz International removes plastic windows from Easter egg packaging

OVER 6.4 million plastic windows have been removed from the packaging of Mondelēz International's entire Easter egg range. The firm, which is behind the likes...

Flow wrapper helps ensure life is sweet for chocolate specialist

A confectionary business that produces handmade chocolate treats has invested in a new horizontal flow wrapper from ULMA Packaging UK. Nottingham-based Gourmet Chocolate Pizza Co...

Consumer demand for value sees Cathedral relaunch price marked packs

CATHEDRAL City has announced the relaunch of its 200g price-marked packs (PMPs), following new consumer insight findings. Recent research shows that 78% of consumers are...
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New innovation keeps customers connected

PRODUCT packaging accessed using mobile phones may sound like a strange concept, but one Internet of Things (IoT) firm insists such connected packaging is the future.

Asda moves own-brand tea bags to plant-based packaging

ASDA has introduced plant-based packaging to its own-brand tea bags in a move which it said will allow 550 million of products to be...