Packaging News

In the last twenty years, there’s been a virtual explosion in the number of artisan wineries and craft breweries — much to the imbibing public’s delight. With the growing interest, however, comes growing competition. To be profitable, producers need to use every cost-saving measure in the book.

We were eager to announce the big news; the long-awaited moment finally arrived: we are happy and proud to inform you that our new Showroom & WorkClub is now open! The Showroom & WorkClub EGISA is a privileged space, located under the roofs of our historic premises, in Barcelona.

When Ozohu Adoh couldn't find a skin care product that effectively treated her dry, uneven skin, she created her own. Using organic ingredients from her native Africa, she developed a formula that addressed the skincare issues faced by women of colour. Her brand, Epara, is a new luxury skincare brand for women of colour, exclusively available at Harrods.

Visitors to Labelexpo this week will not only see the latest foils from API at stand 6A23, but also the launch of its new custom-designed labels and latest packaging insight – all while enjoying a complimentary drink and maybe even taking a ‘#shelfie’!

RPC Bramlage’s innovative Slidissime Airless Jars have been selected by leading French organic cosmetic manufacturer Nature.cos for its high quality skincare brand L’Atelier des Délices. The Slidissime jar is being used for the new Premium products, meeting Nature.cos's requirements for a superior quality jar that provides both airless protection and hygienic use.

Giflor, the Italian plastic caps and closures company has been awarded the Tube of the Year Gold Award by the American tube manufacturers association. The Tube Council presented Giflor with the award at the recent convention which was held in Las Vegas.

TricorBraun has acquired Continental Packaging Associates, a third-generation, family-owned packaging supplier, according to Keith Strope, President and CEO, of TricorBraun.

Unilever, Bulgari, Innocent, ASDA, Superdrug, The Body Shop, Chanel, Heineken, Harrods, Dyson and Mars were just some of the major names at this year’s Packaging Innovations and Luxury Packaging London, as well as leading entrepreneurs Peter Jones from Dragon’s Den and Made in Chelsea’s Francis Boulle. With over 4,300 visitors in attendance over the two days, it was the show’s most successful edition to date.

Global packaging company will showcase the latest addition to its innovative dispensing portfolio and offer visitors the chance to experience luxury in a new light at Luxe Pack Monaco, October 2-4 2017. At Luxe Pack Monaco 2017, Silgan Dispensing Systems, a division of Silgan Holdings Inc, (Nasdaq: SLGN) formerly WestRock Company’s Home, Health and Beauty business, will be revealing a new addition to its range of sophisticated pumps designed based on direct consumer insights.

M&H Plastics, part of the RPC Group of companies, developed a family of fully recyclable, custom bottles that embodied the natural and innovative nature of their products.. The packaging range harnesses innovative anti-microbial polymer technology that complements the product contained and a coloured band is used on the neck to make each bottle unique and differentiated from the rest.

Ask any woman that grew up in the 80’s, and she can tell you what her preferred brand of aerosol hair spray was. When “big hair” was popular, so was using aerosol spray cans for packaging, but this is no longer this case. Aerosol sprays have gotten a reputation for being bad for the environment.

The success of Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna comes from the combination of different factors: among them, the road show venues across the world, presenting the leading international trade exhibition dedicated to cosmetics and beauty, are a determining factor.

COPCO introduces PET packaging bottles in amber color with capacity ranging from 90ml to 400ml, matched with complete selection of dispensers and closures available.

Antares Vision, the world’s leading provider of serialization-based track & trace solutions for the pharmaceutical industry, will showcase a variety of recent innovations at Pack Expo Booth #N-236, September 25-27 in Las Vegas. Features from the worldwide leader in serialization implementation include a fully serialized warehousing and distribution environment; elements of a program that guarantees DSCSA compliance within 10 weeks; software compatible with a soon-to-be-announced Open-SCS Group serialization standard; and a promising new tool for employee training.

Global printing and marking solutions provider Linx Printing Technologies has appointed a second distributor in Pakistan to help meet demand for its extensive range of equipment in key markets such as snacks, meat, foods, pharmaceuticals, personal care and cables.

A bespoke pack from RPC Superfos is delivering improved functionality and on-shelf presence for one of Israel’s leading paint companies. The new design for Nirlat retains the appearance of the company’s previous container while providing greater functionality and shelf presence.

To ensure that current market demands and the needs of brands are met, Virospack is investing in next-generation machinery. Two new machines benefiting from laser technology have been installed in the glass section of Virospack's Barcelona factory and are already at full capacity as Virospack strives to ensure the best available service for its customers.

The second New York edition of ADF and PCD, held September 6-7 at the Altman Building and Metropolitan Pavilion, attracted 10 percent more visitors compared to last year, and, 70 percent of exhibitors rebooked onsite for next year. Hot packaging topics included the global beauty trends, sustainability, e-commerce, and getting a real understanding of the consumer.