Sustainability

Walmart Selects IFCO as Exclusive Provider of Reusable Plastic Containers

IFCO Systems (IFCO) and Walmart announced a multi-year business agreement that will expand the retailer’s use of IFCO RPCs and make IFCO Walmart’s exclusive RPC packaging provider for select fresh fruits and vegetables distributed in the U.S.

February 10, 2021

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Recycling

Absolut Movement Bottle Encourages Inclusivity

Absolut’s latest limited edition vodka bottle, ‘Absolut Movement,’ aims to inspire people to connect in celebration of inclusivity.

February 4, 2021

Sustainable Packaging

Bumble Bee's Culture of Sustainability

Bumble Bee Foods

Jan Tharp, Bumble Bee Seafood CEO, sat down with OEM editor, Stephanie Neil, during PACK EXPO Connects last Fall for an in-depth interview. Here is a one-minute video clip on how to build a culture of sustainability.

February 3, 2021

Sustainable Packaging

Loop Reusable/Returnable Packaging Platform Launches in Canada with Retail Partner Loblaw

Loop’s global expansion continues, bringing waste-free shopping for a range of food and household products, including Loblaw own-brand items, in reusable packaging to Canada

February 1, 2021

Sustainable Packaging

Dove’s Sleek New Refillable Deodorant Pack

The global health and beauty brand launches new deodorant packaging that is circular by design, with a reusable stainless-steel case that can be refilled with deodorant sticks.

January 28, 2021

Closures

Spirits Bottle for Veteran-Owned Whiskey Brand Hits its Target

New whiskey brand launched to celebrate all branches of the military uses unique packaging touches throughout, including a canteen-style bottle, a spent cartridge-shaped cap, and a display case designed to look like an ammo crate.

January 22, 2021

Beverage

Rebrand for Italian Winery

Castello 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.

January 19, 2021

Sustainable Packaging

Magnum Tub is First to Use Certified Circular Plastic

The indulgent ice cream brand pioneers the use of recycled plastic, with the material sourced from mixed plastic waste converted to plastic resin feedstock through advanced recycling.

January 14, 2021

Sustainable Packaging

Loop and 7th Generation Chat with Packaging World about Returnable/Reusable Packaging

Tom 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.

January 12, 2021

Plastics/resins

Foamer for Self-Tanning Product is Metal-Free, Recyclable

Australian 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.

January 7, 2021

Sustainable Packaging

Counting Down the Top Four Dow Awards: #1 Henkel Invests in Recycled Plastic with a Social Cause

This 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.

January 7, 2021

Flexibles

Counting Down the Top Four Dow Awards: #2 Metal-free Recyclable Coffee Bag

This 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.

January 6, 2021

Plastics/resins

U.K’s Ribena Blackcurrant Beverage Flowers

Modern new packaging for four of Ribena’s beverage lines cements the brand’s future within the competitive and dynamic beverage category, while retaining its iconic identity.

January 4, 2021