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.
The development comes as C4C Packaging begins production of the region’s first single-serve wine format using the Tetra Prisma Aseptic 250 ml Edge combined with the DreamCap 26 Pro, marking the first adoption of this opening solution in Oceania.
In a media release, the company said the move introduces new functionality, sustainability features and convenience for portion-pack wine and low-alcohol beverages.
Tetra Pak said the DreamCap 26 Pro incorporates a screw and flip tethered design that remains attached to the package after opening, aligning with global packaging trends aimed at reducing litter.
The cap also uses renewable plant-based materials and features a 26 mm opening designed to support smoother beverage flow and ease of use.
The company positioned the packaging as a response to evolving regulatory and consumer expectations. “C4C Packaging’s move into portion-pack wine using Tetra Pak’s newest packaging technology represents an important advancement for the Australian wine and beverage sector,” said Boris Munster, Managing Director of Tetra Pak Oceania.
“Consumer preferences in Australia — and around the world — continue to evolve, with rising demand for lighter wine styles, lower-alcohol options and convenient formats that fit modern, on-the-go lifestyles.”
Munster added that carton packaging is “well positioned to meet these changing expectations,” citing both practicality and sustainability considerations.
“We continue to offer comprehensive processing and packaging systems that equip our customers with the capabilities they need as market conditions and consumer behaviours evolve,” he said.
The announcement comes amid increasing focus on sustainability targets in Australia, with Tetra Pak referencing a 2026 Life Cycle Assessment for beverage packaging in Australia and New Zealand.
According to the assessment cited in the release, cartons have the lowest carbon footprint among major beverage packaging options, including aluminium pouches, PET and glass. The study also found that approximately 98% of a package’s carbon footprint is generated before it reaches retail shelves.
Tetra Pak said the combination of the renewable composition of the DreamCap™ 26 Pro and the carton format could make the packaging more attractive for brands seeking to reduce emissions while improving convenience.
The company also highlighted the design of the Tetra Prisma Aseptic pack, describing it as offering portability and branding opportunities for producers looking to diversify into formats where glass may be impractical or restricted.
The new capability is being introduced at the C4C Packaging facility in Western Australia, a region known for premium wine production.
Tetra Pak said the development provides an option for wine and RTD producers to explore alternative packaging formats without compromising product integrity, particularly in settings where glass is not permitted.
The company added that other wine and low-alcohol RTD brands may access the format through co-packing arrangements at the facility, as producers continue to explore lighter, more efficient packaging for domestic and export markets.
