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Reusable/Returnable
Burger King, Cadence, and La Rosée Introduce Refillable and Reusable Packaging Innovations
ThePackHub
See a few examples of refillable and reusable packaging innovations from Burger King, Cadence, and La Rosée from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone.
September 9, 2024
The cups used in Burger King's reusable cup pilot in Finland can be broken down by natural microbes after 200 uses.
Sustainable Packaging
Best Buy Collaborates with Sealed Air on Sustainable Packaging Solutions
The major electronics retailer partnered with Sealed Air to introduce packaging solutions with higher recycled content.
September 6, 2024
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Robotics
Five AI Solutions Currently Helping Packaging and Processing
PMMI White Paper highlights AI applications expected to have the most significant impact within the packaging and processing industry.
September 5, 2024
AI solutions have much better accuracy rates compared with traditional rule-based vision inspection.
Sustainability
Illinois Bans Small Plastic Hotel Toiletries Like Shampoo
A new law will make Illinois hotels eliminate small plastic bottles for shampoo and other care products, replacing them with refillable containers.
September 5, 2024
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Contract Packaging
Westrock Coffee Poised for Growth in RTD Coffees
Launched originally as a means of aiding Rwandan coffee farmers, Westrock Coffee just opened an Arkansas manufacturing plant that includes three sophisticated packaging lines.
September 5, 2024
This graphic mockup illustrates the kinds of containers Westrock can fill for its private-label customers.
Package Design
Coca-Cola, Chanel, and Carmencita Introduce Packaging Designed for User Engagement
ThePackHub
See a few examples of packaging innovations designed for user engagement from Coca-Cola, Chanel, and Carmencita from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone.
September 4, 2024
Coca-cola's new limited-edition Marvel collaboration bottles feature an illuminating Thor's hammer illustration.
Sustainability
McDonald's Eliminates Plastic Lid from McFlurry Packaging
One year after ditching its large plastic spoon for a smaller alternative, McDonald's is now phasing out the plastic McFlurry cup lid.
September 4, 2024
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Sustainability
Three Trends Shaping Pharmaceutical Packaging Today
As the global pharmaceutical market grows, new packaging trends, opportunities, and challenges emerge.
September 4, 2024
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PMMI News
Remembering PW's Founding Partner Lloyd Ferguson
Lloyd Ferguson, one of the founding partners of Packaging World, passed away August 26 at the age of 84.
August 30, 2024
Lloyd Ferguson, founding partner, Packaging World
Digital Transformation
PMMI Report: The Top Three Impacts of AI on Packaging Operations
Industry experts are finding AI is more of an evolution than a revolution – boosting areas like staff productivity while still requiring oversight in its current form.
August 30, 2024
AI models will improve their outputs as they process more data through operator interaction, boosting benefits over time.
Sustainability
Panasonic Introduces Paper-Based Packaging for Batteries
The Australia-based initiative is expected to eliminate approximately 500 kg of plastic annually, save over 36,000 square meters of paper, and cut CO2 emissions by around 1,450 kg of CO2e each year across Australia and New Zealand.
August 29, 2024
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Sustainable Packaging
Oceana Condemns Coca-Cola’s Failure on Reusable Packaging
Coca-Cola's reusable packaging efforts remain stagnant at 14%, drawing criticism from one of the world's largest international advocacy organizations and raising concerns about its ability to meet its 2030 goals.
August 29, 2024
According to the Break Free From Plastic Brand Audit, Coca-Cola has been identified as the world’s top plastic polluter for the last six years.
Recycling
Coca-Cola, Method, and Cabot Creamery Introduce Recyclable Packaging Innovations
ThePackHub
See a few examples of recyclable packaging innovations from Coca-Cola, Method, and Cabot Creamery from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone.
August 28, 2024
Coca-Cola's reverse vending machines let U.K. theme park visitors recycle for a chance to win VIP experiences at various attractions.
Sustainable Packaging
Unilever’s Circular Move to Combat Plastic Waste
Unilever has joined USAID and EY to launch the CIRCLE Alliance, a new public-private initiative aimed at tackling plastic pollution
August 26, 2024
CIRCLE Alliance will focus particularly on women, who make up the majority of waste collectors working in the informal sector in the global south.
Bio-based
Plant-based Protein Powder Comes Packed in Plant-based Pouch
Supplement producer PlantFusion launches a new stand-up pouch format for powdered protein that uses a multilayer plant-based material construction that is 100% compostable.
August 23, 2024
Compostable packaging
Operational Excellence
Old Machinery Meets New Materials
See how you compare to your peers when integrating new materials with established machinery.
August 22, 2024
Thermoform/fill/seal
BMP Medical Optimizes Packaging with Shawpak
The new thermoformed pouches for the company’s tissue grinders reduce material consumption by over 60%.
August 22, 2024
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Sustainable Packaging
Google Achieves 100% Plastic-Free Hardware Packaging
Google achieved its goal of plastic-free hardware packaging one year ahead of schedule.
August 22, 2024
Google has reached its sustainability goal ahead of schedule, creating plastic-free packaging for all Pixel, Fitbit, and Nest devices.
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