Tag: packaging
Orora’s half-year results reflect strong growth despite economic headwinds
Orora has completed the simplification of its portfolio, focusing on its global beverage packaging operations and implementing cost-cutting measures to navigate challenging market conditions.
Seafood packaging goes green with new recyclable cardboard boxes
Visy, Australia's largest integrated recycler and remanufacturer, has teamed up with seafood producer Tassal to introduce locally-made cardboard boxes for prawns, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional expanded polystyrene (EPS) packaging, which is hard to recycle and harmful to the environment.
APCO report highlights progress and challenges in Australia’s packaging recycling goals
The Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) has released its 2022-23 Australian Packaging Consumption and Recovery Data Report, presenting a detailed overview of the nation's progress toward achieving a circular economy for packaging.
Amcor, Kolon Industries join forces to develop recycled and renewable packaging materials
Amcor has announced a strategic partnership with Kolon Industries to develop and commercialize sustainable polyester materials for packaging.
Packaging overhaul by Kimberly-Clark and Woolworths to slash tonnes of plastic annually
In a landmark effort to combat plastic waste, Kimberly-Clark Australia (KCA) and Woolworths have announced the success of a packaging trial aimed at removing secondary plastic packaging from VIVA paper towels.
Detmold Group secures national packaging award for sustainability leadership
The Detmold Group has received the Industry Sector Award at the 2024 Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) Awards, acknowledging its achievements in sustainability and reporting across its Detpak and PaperPak brands.
MasterFoods trial new paper-based Squeeze-On packs in Australian first
MasterFoods has launched a pioneering trial of paper-based, recyclable single-serve Squeeze-On Tomato Sauce packs in Australia, reducing plastic content by 58 per cent.
New packaging platform simplifies recycling for SMEs and consumers
As National Recycling Week begins across Australia, small businesses are being offered new tools to support sustainable practices with the launch of an online packaging platform aimed at simplifying recycling and boosting consumer confidence in sustainable packaging.
Pure Dairy secures US investment to boost Australian dairy industry
Melbourne-based Pure Dairy, a leader in global dairy trade and food services, has announced a strategic partnership with US cheese packaging giant, Great Lakes Cheese.
Schneider Electric boosts manufacturing productivity with new Lexium Scara high-speed robot
Schneider Electric, a global leader in industrial technology, has unveiled its latest innovation in industrial automation—the ultra-compact Lexium Scara (Selective Compliance Assembly Robot Arm).
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Data-rich or data-poor: Where should manufacturers focus their AI efforts?
Over the past year, manufacturers worldwide have made significant strides in adopting artificial intelligence technologies, moving beyond the initial hype to tangible implementations that deliver real business value.
