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Recently, Jan sat down with OEM's Stephanie Neil during PACK EXPO Connects to discuss her journey to the top of this revamped CPG. Watch this 'Management Minute' with Jan.Package DesignPantone Announces Color(s) of the Year 2021Following an ‘unprecedented’ year, Pantone make an unexpected move, selecting two colors for 2021 as its Color of the Year: one reflecting composure, steadiness, and resilience, and the other, strength and positivity.Materials & containersRebrand for Italian WineryCastello del Poggio has a fresh rebrand by drinks design specialist Denomination to elevate its position in the US market and compete with challenger brands from within the sweet wine and Italian sectors.COVID-19General Mills on Pivoting to Virtual Startups During Covid-19Safety first during Covid-19 for General Mills. Engineers Mariah Bohks and Jimmy Popp discuss pivoting to remote startups.Secondary/end-of-lineCase Packer, Palletizer Meet Increase in DemandIt was one thing when this Tennessee producer of fertilizer products was focused on one niche market. But when it broadened its marketing message, automation was required.Business intelligence10 Packaging Market Trends for 2021The rigors of 2020 have spurred agile brands and packaging suppliers to quickly adapt. That is likely to prompt increased innovation, further automation, and workforce evolution in the coming year.SustainabilityFiber-based Cup for Mac & CheeseKraft Mac & Cheese, a beloved staple on American tables for more than 80 years, today announced it is developing and testing the brand’s first-ever recyclable fiber-based microwavable cup.Package DesignCannabis Packaging Design Chat: Trends and ConsiderationsCristin Rudolph, VP of Consumer Products at Green Thumb Industries (GTI), discussed Cannabis packaging during a PACK EXPO Connects Trend Chat roundtable.SponsoredCheck out The Cobot Spot from Universal RobotsLooking for automation solutions for packaging and palletizing? This is your destination for all things cobot. Whether it’s webinars, video case studies or product information, you’ll find it all in this one spot.PEC 2020Report: Innovative New Pharma & Medical Devices at PACK EXPO ConnectsPMMI Media Group editors—covering a virtual event instead of an in-person exposition—divided and conquered to collectively take in as much of PACK EXPO Connects as possible. Here’s what they saw in the pharma category.SustainabilityLoop and 7th Generation Chat with Packaging World about Returnable/Reusable PackagingTom Szaky of Loop and Kelly Murosky from Seventh Generation discuss returnable and reusable packaging options during PACK EXPO Connects last Fall--watch the 8 minute video.PEC 2020Report: Innovative New Controls at PACK EXPO ConnectsPMMI Media Group editors—covering a virtual event instead of an in-person exposition—divided and conquered to collectively take in as much of PACK EXPO Connects as possible. Here’s what they saw in the controls category.RoboticsL’Oreal's Robotic Packaging Line Replaces Five Machines In French PlantRobotic applications from the field with Packaging World’s Pat Reynolds. Global beauty CPG, L'Oreal, delivers flexibility in French plant with robots and extended transport system.HomeDoggie Desserts: New Ben & Jerry’s LineIce cream maker Ben & Jerry’s enters the fast-growing pet food marketPEC 2020Report: Innovative New Materials at PACK EXPO ConnectsPMMI Media Group editors—covering a virtual event instead of an in-person exposition—divided and conquered to collectively take in as much of PACK EXPO Connects as possible. Here’s what they saw in the materials category.Materials & containersFoamer for Self-Tanning Product is Metal-Free, RecyclableAustralian brand Bondi Sands’ new Pure product line incorporates a foaming dispenser made from 100% plastic that is recyclable in PP waste streams and is 52% lighter than traditional foamers.SustainabilityCounting Down the Top Four Dow Awards: #1 Henkel Invests in Recycled Plastic with a Social CauseThis award winner represent the most innovative packaging breakthroughs in categories ranging from food and beverage to personal care, with a strong focus on sustainability and the circular economy.
