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Sustainable smart plastic packaging redefines industry norms
In a groundbreaking move, the packaging industry is embracing the future with Smart Sustainable Plastic Packaging (SSPP). A recent evaluation…
Tackling food packaging challenges with new technologies
The food industry, a cornerstone of global commerce, and its packaging operations, face an array of challenges. Some are longstanding…
The role of smart packaging in the fight against counterfeiting
As the packaging industry dives headfirst into digitalisation, which brings undeniable benefits, a key challenge stemming from this is the…
Dow and Klöckner Pentaplast launch recyclable vacuum film
Dow and Klöckner Pentaplast have launched KP Flexivac, a multi-layer recyclable vacuum film that's been certified 100% recyclable as PE…
Key questions about cybersecurity in the packaging industry
What are the biggest cybersecurity challenges facing packaging companies today? Shabnam Pervez: Major cybersecurity challenges within the packaging industry arise from…
Primera Technology launches digital label printer
Manufacturer of specialised digital printing equipment Primera Technology has announced the launch of its new AP-CODE Lot & Date Coder.…
Inter IKEA acquires stake in plastics deep tech company Nilo
Inter Ikea has acquired a 12.5% stake in New Zealand-based deep tech company Nilo, as the companies have entered into…
QR codes see upsurge on retail packaging
Link management platform Bitly has announced its increased investment in implementing GS1 Standards into its products to promote the use…
The dominance of digitalisation in the packaging industry
GlobalData’s analysis of key themes in the packaging industry finds that digitalisation is key. The rate of digitalisation-related hiring within…
Coca-Cola trials technology to turn hard-to-recycle plastic into bottles
The Coca-Cola Company is making strides towards its sustainability goals by conducting a trial of new technology in Europe that…