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ArticleCheckpoint Systems reveals integrated RFID solution for retail checkouts
Checkpoint Systems has announced SFERO RFID Checkout, the ‘first’ Electronic Article Surveillance antenna (EAS) integrated into the checkout lane and designed primarily for grocery and CPG retailers.
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ArticleApplications open for Mondelēz’s global R&D tech accelerator programme
Applications have opened for the 2026 class of Mondelēz International’s global R&D tech accelerator programme, CoLab Tech. This year’s focus is on technologies to help advance supply chain and agricultural resilience, ‘consumer wellness priorities’ such as fibre and protein, operational efficiencies and sustainable packaging.
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ArticleHydropac’s water-based ice packs set to save CO2, energy and material waste
Hydropac has updated its HydroFreeze range of water-based ice packs, with the new additions expected to help customers save energy, reduce waste, and use fewer packs for quicker conditioning operations.
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ArticleA status report on GLP-1 packaging: sizing, safety, security, and more
Weight-loss drugs keep gaining traction – is that a blessing or a curse for the packaging industry? We dive deeper into the implications of smaller portion sizes, pharmaceutical safety practices versus circular packaging initiatives, supply chain traceability, and more.
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ArticleHusky combines mono-PET bottle and cap in tamper-evident beverage solution
Husky Technologies has announced its new tamper-evident, mono-PET bottle and closure technology, targeting higher recyclate yield and product security for the Middle East and Africa region.
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ArticleDS Smith and Zicla team up on fibre-based protection for smart bike-lane separators
DS Smith Tecnicarton and Zicla have collaborated on fibre-based corrugated cardboard packaging intended to provide maximum protection for smart bike-lane separators and their electronic counting components.
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ArticleWhat the High Seas Treaty means for packaging: from substrates to shipping
The High Seas Treaty has entered into force, with potential implications for the packaging industry – including access to marine genetic resources like seaweed and mandatory environmental impact assessments for shipping activities.
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ArticleSabert launches food packaging made from bagasse fibre in Europe, UK and Ireland
Sabert Corporation Europe has launched its PULPUltra food packaging solution across Europe and the UK & Ireland, designed for for fresh ready-to-eat dishes, hot foods and made from over 95% bagasse fibres.
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Article‘Bombshell’ article casts doubt on studies of microplastics in the human body
Have scientists been wrong about microplastics in our bodies all along? The Guardian has reported on ‘bombshell’ concerns that contamination and false positives could have led studies to overestimate their findings, sparking fears of disproportionate countermeasures.
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ArticleSÜDPACK Medica introduces pre-made pouch service for healthcare industry
SÜDPACK Medica has announced its MedHub service, allowing customers to order pre-made pouches in standard sizes and defined batch quantities by phone, email, or online. The pouches are said to be manufactured in ISO-certified cleanrooms and fulfill the stringent quality requirements of the healthcare industry.
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ArticleWiliot releases latest generation of battery-free sensing technology
Wiliot has introduced the newest generation of its battery-free sensing technology, Wiliot Gen3 IoT Pixel, designed to help connect everyday products to the cloud and extend real-time intelligence to the physical world at a global scale.
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ArticleDS Smith and Raymarine collaborate on fibre-based packaging for radar products
DS Smith and Raymarine, a manufacturer of navigation systems and electronics for the commercial marine and recreational boating sector, have teamed up on a fibre-based alternative to single-use plastic for the company’s radar product line packaging.
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ArticleAntalis Packaging launches hand strapping tool for ‘seamless’ operation
Antalis Packaging has expanded its range of strapping solutions with the Master’in Viper Hand Strapping Tool, featuring a lightweight design said to deliver ‘effortless’ handling in demanding warehouse environments.
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ArticleGlobal food waste to cost $540 billion by 2026, Avery Dennison cautions
New data from Avery Dennison indicates that food waste will cost businesses a total of $540 billion (€462,099,299,760) in 2026, with insufficient supply chain visibility playing a major role.
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ArticleLecta unveils recyclable flexible packaging solution for frozen foods
Lecta has expanded its range of metallized papers with Metalvac Ice Cream, a paper said to meet the current technical performance, industrial efficiency and sustainability requirements in the frozen food sector.
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ArticleEriez’s largest metal detector finds contaminants in packaging and recycling
Eriez has manufactured its largest X8 Metal Detector to identify contaminants in packaging, plastics, recycling, and other processing applications.
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ArticleMannol targets counterfeiting with new screw caps
Attempting to combat issues with piracy and counterfeiting, car care company Mannol has introduced new screw caps for its containers, with authenticity features and transparent manufacturer details.
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ArticleAmcor incorporates up to 100% PCR into winter-compatible de-icing salt packs
Amcor upfronts its range of rigid and flexible packaging solutions for de-icing salt, designed for easy pouring and storage, moisture protection in cold weather, and compatibility with up to 100% recycled plastic content.
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ArticleTetra Pak implements paper-based barrier technology for juice packaging
Tetra Pak has collaborated with Spanish beverage producer García Carrión for the ‘first-ever’ use of its paper-based barrier technology for juice packaging, seeking to reduce reliance on fossil-based materials.
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ArticleMondi partners with Polana Bikes on paper-based, reusable packaging system
Mondi has teamed up with bicycle manufacturer Polana Bikes to develop a paper-based reusable packaging system, featuring Mondi’s pre-made paper ProtectorBAG for bikes and their components.