Food & Drink

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New paperboard food box with integrated cutlery introduced

CALIFORNIA-based EcoTensil has announced the launch of a new paperboard utensil built into an EcoFoodBox for plastic-free foodservice in Europe. The firm revealed it has...

Best before dates to be removed from some Waitrose fresh products

WAITROSE is to remove best before dates from a variety of its fresh products in a bid to help customers reduce food waste. The supermarket...

Quality Street to move to paper wrappers in ‘major’ packaging innovation

NESTLÉ has announced what it says is 'industry-leading' packaging innovations for its Quality Street and KitKat brands. It will see Quality Street move to recyclable...

Reusable packs provide healthy solution for yoghurt-based spreads

THE SuperLock pot from Berry Superfos is providing Choco Yoco with a reusable packaging solution described as combining a 'premium' look with product protection. Belgium-based...

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...

Sports drink specialist wowed by refurbished filling system

A refurbished, electronic, non-contact filling system from AVE UK has reportedly quadrupled capacity for Essex-based sports water manufacturer WOW HYDRATE. Now able to produce 8,000...

Whisky brand unveils ‘eye-catching’ packaging revamp

FALCONER has produced 'distinctive' secondary packaging for Scotch whisky brand Murray McDavid. The 'eye-catching' design of the packaging retains the six core colours of the...

Scottish snack specialist set for packaging makeover

A major Scottish-based family snack business is launching new packaging. Taylors Snacks is set to unveil the ‘Taylors’ brand on its crisps and popcorn ranges,...

New report urges collaboration to support sustainable food systems

NEW research from Stora Enso reportedly highlights the importance of packaging in achieving greater food systems sustainability. The report, titled “Food packaging for better food...

Craft bakery reaps benefits of offline label verification system

CRAFT bakery Geary’s has made the switch from manual verification checks to an offline Dimaco label verification system. The family-run business, established in 1906, produces...