Unilever to use digital technology to make products more accessible

UNILEVER has partnered with Be My Eyes to expand its use of AI technology to add 'powerful' new tools to the cooking experience of...

Foodservice Packaging Association announces new executive chair

THE Foodservice Packaging Association (FPA) has announced the appointment of Mark Byrne as its new executive chair. Mark takes over from Mark Pawsey MP, and...

ABG launches ‘groundbreaking’ fourth generation Converter platform

A B Graphic International (ABG) has unveiled its 'groundbreaking' fourth generation Converter platform, which the firm revealed incorporates numerous customer-led innovations. Able to achieve running...

Fedrigoni Group acquires minority stake in connected solutions pioneer

THE Fedrigoni Group, a global player in specialty papers for luxury packaging, has acquired a minority stake in SharpEnd / io.tt, the IoT solutions...

Paper packaging specialist looks to address the issue of used bags in construction

MONDI recently brought together industry leaders for a roundtable discussion on how to improve the circularity of used paper bags in the construction sector. The...

Weigher flexibility is no small potatoes for packing operation

A 20-head weigher from Ishida Europe has helped in the automation of the packing operation for a variety of potato products from Slovakian producer...

Konica Minolta extends partnership with Production Print Direct

KONICA Minolta Business Solutions (UK) has announced further enhancement of its partnership with Production Print Direct to include its range of digital label and...

Machinery manufacturer expands team at start of milestone year

PACKAGING machinery manufacturer GIC has started its 40th year in business by strengthening its team. The company, which designs and builds vertical form, fill and...

Concerns raised over ‘not for EU’ food and drink labelling plan

SCOTLAND'S rural affairs secretary has raised concerns over the UK's Government's proposed introduction of 'not for EU' labelling on food and drink products. Mairi Gougeon...

Smurfit Kappa scoops 12 WordStar awards

AN octagonal cake box, a transportation pack for electric scooters, and a point-of-sale display for sardines are among 12 Smurfit Kappa solutions to have...