Packaging Strategies

VIDEO | At this year’s Global Pouch Forum, Rodrigo Castaneda of TIPA and Jared Damman of Wildkind made the case for compostable packaging, especially for difficult-to-recycle food contact applications. I then sat down with them for a deeper dive. Check out what I learned: https://brnw.ch/21x3q41

EDITOR’S NOTE | I was delighted to learn recently that one of my favorite food brands had responded to one of my biggest packaging pet peeves—Styrofoam coolers that clutter up my garage. Learn about the innovative packaging solution they settled upon: https://brnw.ch/21x3o3e

Eco-Products is introducing a new lineup of beverage cups with compostable, recyclable and reusable options, giving foodservice operators even more ways to reduce waste.

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Berlin Packaging EMEA has expanded its presence in EMEA with the acquisition of UK-based BlueSky. The acquisition strengthens the company’s position in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, beauty, personal care, home care, and beverage segments. Learn more: https://brnw.ch/21x3h5N

Agilyx has announced that its majority-held subsidiary, GreenDot, and osapiens have entered into a strategic partnership to bring to market an AI-powered EPR packaging compliance software solution.

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Key Takeaways from Global Pouch Forum. Extended Producer Responsibility, compostable packaging, and mono-material pouches were among the key themes at this year’s event. Learn more: https://brnw.ch/21x3dBQ

Fox Packaging and Fox Solutions has entered into a strategic partnership with JASA, a Netherlands-based leader in weighing and packaging automation, to bring fully integrated packaging and automation solutions to the U.S. produce market.

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New York’s state legislature adjourned Friday without passing the Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act. The Flexible Packaging Association was critical of the legislation, saying it included unattainable mandates and would threaten the affordability of essential goods for all New York residents. Learn more: https://brnw.ch/21x3bFi

After predicting last year that digital printing would dominate 15% of label sales by 2025, Paul Edwards of INX International Ink Co. provides an update. We sat down with Paul again to ask 1) if digital label sales grew as much as anticipated and 2) what lies in store for digital label sales going forward. Get Paul’s projections: https://brnw.ch/21x38Qh

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