Packaging

During the C40 World Mayors Summit (Copenhagen, 9-12 October 2019), the world’s fifth largest brewer Carlsberg unveiled two new prototypes of the Green Fibre Bottle made from sustainably sourced wood fibres.

Proctor & Gamble (P&G) has announced measures to reduce the use of plastics in its Dash, Lenor and other P&G Fabric Care brands packaging across Europe by 30% by 2025.

The global meat traders and exporters KIT International (Brazil) and Garra International (New Zealand) have merged to create a joint venture worth more than US$ 220 million.

Markem-Imaje has launched six packaging intelligence solutions designed to help manufacturers digitalise their supply chains more easily and cost-effectively, thereby optimising profitability and reducing waste. They are scalable, end-to-end, seamlessly integrated solutions that can be used on their own or together.

As part of a partnership aimed at developing responsible packaging solutions, the French beauty giant L’Oréal and global cosmetics packaging leader Albéa have announced the development of the first paper-based cosmetic tube in which plastic is mostly replaced with a new bio-based and certified paper-like material.

Cedral Tassoni, the historic Italian company based in Salò, has announced that it will invest more than €2 million to complete expansion and renovation work on the factory where it produces soft drinks (including the famous Cedrata), liqueurs and syrups.

«Innovation in manufacturing processes and products is going hand-in-hand with sustainability and respect for the environment in which we live and work» as Alberto Vacchi, IMA's Chairman and CEO, underlined in his talk while inaugurating the ILAPAK Italia works at Foiano della Chiana (AR) on 24 October last.

With the acquisition of Isobionics, a biotechnology innovation leader serving the global market for natural flavours and fragrances (F&F), BASF is entering a market with high development potential.

Molson Coors Brewing Company, an American multinational and market leader in the production of numerous varieties of beer, has opened a new brewery and distribution centre in British Columbia, Canada following an investment of US $226.4 million.

The latest picture painted by the “Coop Report 2019 – Italian consumption and lifestyle trends” reveals a sharp increase in environmental awareness amongst Italian consumers in terms of their purchasing behaviour and lifestyles.

Schreiner MediPharm is offering a new sealing solution for tamper-proof closure of folding boxes and wallets.

The nyloflex® XAH Digital is the latest addition to Flint Group’s line of nyloflex® thermal printing plates. The new flexographic plate is formulated with a special AIF technology that keeps plates cleaner on press and results in faster print runs with fewer press stops.

The ETIMEX Primary Packaging GmbH of Dietenheim, which has also been present on the Italian market for years, has developed a valid alternative to ready meal trays in black, white or two-color CPETs, usually used for baking convenience foods but with a limit: by their nature, in fact, they do not show the content.

In August this year, Diageo (UK) announced the acquisition of a majority shareholding in fellow British firm Seedlip, a world leader in the expanding field of distilled non-alcoholic spirits.

“The opening of this factory brings new life to an Italian region with unique beauty and history. We are certain that this new partnership combining the manufacturing expertise of the Emilia Packaging Valley and the creativity of Tuscany will help to further strengthen our identity as a versatile and reliable manufacturer.”

Verallia has launched the new release of Virtual Glass, the app that enables customers to obtain realistic renderings of new packaging solutions so as to optimise development times and costs.

With the aim of driving the growth of the craft beer sector in the United States, the Spanish giant Mahou Group has increased its stake in Michigan-based craft beer maker Founders Brewing from 30% to 90%.

On 7 September, Coca-Cola HBC Italia inaugurated the new aseptic production line for bottling non-carbonated beverages at its plant in Nogara (Verona).

SEA Vision has continued its uninterrupted growth in 2019, driven by its extensive technological expertise and significant investments in Italy and abroad.

Greater animal welfare, a drastic reduction in the use of plastics and anti-waste initiatives are the three objectives that the Granarolo group has set itself for the three-year period 2019-2021 to address sustainable development goal 12 (responsible consumption and production) in the UN’s 2030 Agenda.