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Tetra Pak rolls out single-serve wine cartons in Australia, New Zealand
Tetra Pak has announced an expansion of its packaging capabilities in Oceania, with new technology enabling single-serve wine and ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages to be produced in Australia and New Zealand.
Visy launches new Tasmanian packaging hub for food and farming sectors
Packaging and recycling company Visy has opened a new Packaging Hub in Devonport, Tasmania, aimed at strengthening local manufacturing capability and supporting the state’s food, beverage and agricultural sectors.
Early adopters of 2D barcodes to gain ‘competitive edge’ – Leibinger
The global packaging industry is seeing a shift toward 2D barcodes, which can carry significantly more data than traditional linear barcodes, and an industrial printing technology provider is calling it a “strategic evolution” rather than a simple technical update.
Packserv expands manufacturing reach with US alliance
Australian packaging machinery manufacturer Packserv has expanded its international presence by forming an alliance with US-based FP Developments.
APCO unveils FY26-27 plan to strengthen national packaging stewardship
The Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) has released its FY26-27 Business Plan, setting out actions aimed at strengthening Australia’s packaging system and supporting industry through upcoming regulatory changes.
Monash scientists develop natural plastics from food waste for packaging
Researchers at Monash University have developed natural plastic films made from food waste sugars, with potential to provide compostable alternatives to petroleum-based plastics used in everyday packaging.
Opal launches new digital systems to accelerate packaging manufacturing
Opal, a recycling, paper and packaging business based in Australia and New Zealand, has unveiled its latest print and packaging technologies at its Innovation Expo, showcasing new digital systems designed to accelerate production and expand creative possibilities in manufacturing.
SIG wine bag-in-box earns APR recognition for recyclability
SIG has announced that its SIG Terra RecShield BD bag-in-box package for wine, featuring the SIG Terra FlexTap, has received APR Design for Recyclability Recognition from the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR).
BioPak acquires Bygreen to boost sustainable packaging portfolio
BioPak has announced it has acquired Queensland-based packaging company Bygreen, in a move the company says will further strengthen its portfolio of sustainable packaging solutions.
ReGen 2025 to spotlight sustainable packaging in Australia’s circular economy push
Innovative packaging solutions designed to advance Australia’s circular economy will take centre stage at ReGen 2025, the nation’s leading expo for circular resource innovation.
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