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Distance-based pricing

United Parcel Service (Atlanta, GA) is now offering distance-based pricing for its air express service. The new pricing structure is based on both weight and distance of packages shipped.

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The rates will more accurately reflect actual costs and, while charges for some longer distance movements will increase, UPS predicts substantial savings for many UPS customers. Air express rates will be geographically defined by ZIP code.

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The packaging innovations from PACK EXPO worth your attention.

The packaging innovations from PACK EXPO worth your attention.

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Machinery Basics

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A Look into the World of Cartoning Equipment

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A Look at Feeding and Inserting Equipment on the Packaging Line

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How Products are Loaded and Sealed into Pre-Made Bags and Pouches

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Learn About 4 Different Types of Wrapping Machines for Your Product

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Obsolescence Poses Growing Risk

All stakeholders have a role to play in communicating, planning for, and managing obsolescence events.

Jefe Energy's Sinister Razz can, front and back. The five-color design layers turquoise, deep reds, and fine linework to stand apart from the energy category's typical color-blocked look.

Amid Energy-Aisle Sameness, El Jefe Treats Cans as Collectibles

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End of the Line Video Series: Reducing Labeling Waste, Cyclosporiasis Outbreak, and CPG Industry Feedback

Emirates reports that 194,000 pounds of plastic from economy class serviceware has been recovered and reprocessed since the initiative launched in June 2023.

Emirates, Maison Piver, and Returpack Demonstrat Support for Recycling Initatives

PET thermoforms, which include clamshells, trays, cups, and tubs commonly used for fresh produce and prepared foods. Food packaging accounted for approximately 79% of reported PET thermoform sales in 2024.

PET Thermoform Recovery Rises, but Circularity Gap Widens

Is your packaging line built for connected packaging?

RFID, QR codes, and 2D barcodes are reshaping CPG operations. See how leading brands are adapting.

Is your packaging line built for connected packaging?

Co-packers: the competitive gap is widening

Brands want more than low bids. See what automation, services, and sustainability mean for CM/CPs in 2026.

Co-packers: the competitive gap is widening

Products

Eagle Product Inspection's enhanced RMI3/M

Enhanced X-ray Inspection System

Eagle Product Inspection's enhanced RMI3/M helps meat processors strengthen food safety preventive controls while maximizing production uptime.

MoistTech to Showcase Innovative IR-3000 Moisture Sensor at PACK EXPO International 2026

Provisur to Show Free-Movement Product Handling and High Yield Slicing Technology at PACK EXPO

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