Food & Drink

Find out the latest food and drink news from the packaging industry

Self-activated straw adds ‘wow factor’ to can

BALL Corporation has announced a collaboration with Russian restaurant chain BlackStarBurger to create a 'striking' new can using Ball's Strawster technology, which features a self-activated...

Two compartment design has the ‘X’ factor

A two-compartment flexible packaging design has been unveiled by RPC bpi protec, described as providing multiple benefits for sectors including food. The X-Dual Seal contains a...

PSE proves commitment to food safety management

PACKAGING Services Europe (PSE) has announced the successful renewal of its ISO 22000 accreditation. The provider of wash, inspect and repair services for plastic crates and pallets...

Smurfit Kappa unveils “sustainable” primary food packaging solution

SMURFIT Kappa has announced its MB12 carton is now available for primary packaging following a year-long study into its effectiveness. The MB12 technology is designed...

IT system “improves logistics and minimises errors” for fish firm

An IT solution from CSB-System has improved logistics and minimised errors for a Germany-based fish processor, the company has said. Norfisk handles sales and logistics...

Petainer brings manufacturing to Brazil

PETAINER has announced an expansion of its South American presence after teaming up with BLUE PET in Brazil to start manufacturing petainerKeg. The firm said its...

GPI invests in beverage packaging innovation

FOLDING carton specialist Graphic Packaging International (GPI) has announced an investment in a new beverage packaging development centre at the firm's Bristol plant. GPI said...

Firm looks to offer “new multi-sensory connections” with musical tin

Electronic packaging specialist Electropac has teamed up with confectionery firm Churchill’s to produce a musical tin in commemoration of the upcoming royal wedding. Ahead of...

Arla chooses latest SIG sustainability innovation

A German milk provider has become the first company to choose SIG's new SIGNATURE PACK, described as the world first aseptic carton pack that is...

Tennent’s Lager “celebrates the liquid on the inside” with new can design

TENNENT’S Lager has unveiled its new can design. The new cans, which will be available in 330ml, 440ml and 568ml can formats, are set to...