Industry News
Aussie produce sector receives $9.4m biosecurity injection
A $9.4 million injection into pest and disease risk management measures is set to boost Australia's reputation for delivering high-quality produce. [ + ]
Mars Wrigley to invest further in paper packaging
Mars Wrigley Australia has announced that it will be investing a further $28.8 million in its Ballarat factory, building on the $67 million invested since 2021. [ + ]
Global sustainable packaging paper released
The World Packaging Organisation has released a sustainability perspectives paper, bringing together the views of 21 countries on issues related to packaging. [ + ]
2023 PIDA Awards winners announced
The PIDA Awards are designed to recognise companies and individuals who are making a significant difference in their field across Australia and New Zealand. [ + ]
Australian Government reaches barley agreement with China
The Australian Government has reached an agreement with China to create a pathway towards resolving the dispute over Australian barley. [ + ]
Bees could resolve avocado problem: research
Research from UQ has found that bees could help prove Australia's avocado crop is free of a pathogen that may be a barrier to exports. [ + ]
Introduction to Packaging Specifications webinar
AIP will be running an online training course, titled 'Introduction to Packaging Specifications', on 24 May 2023. [ + ]
Chocolate Academy opens in New York
The Barry Callebaut Group has launched its second Chocolate Academy Centre in the United States, located in New York City. [ + ]
PepsiCo companies move towards sustainable packaging
Frito-Lay and Quaker have announced the opening of a Greenhouse Learning Centre that will be used to test, measure and analyse compostable packaging. [ + ]
Mondelēz International partners with food rescue organisation
Mondelēz International has launched a partnership with SecondBite, to support its efforts in eliminating food waste and helping feed hungry families. [ + ]
Sidel to present packaging solutions at interpack
Sidel will be showcasing its end-of-line packaging solutions at interpack 2023, focusing on agility, sustainability and digital. [ + ]
Digital reforms set to benefit honey exporters
Digital reforms that streamline the export certification process to Great Britain and the EU are set to benefit Australian honey exporters. [ + ]
interpack: countdown is on for kick-off
After a six-year break, the trade fair is returning with a focus on digital technologies and sustainable products and processes. [ + ]
Aussie PIDA award winners shortlisted for Special Awards
Two PIDA award winners from 2022 — Caps & Closures and BioPak — have been shortlisted as finalists for three WorldStar Packaging Special Awards. [ + ]
Cultivated meat company to invest in Wilk Technologies
Steakholder Foods, a deep-tech food company in the cultivated meat industry, has announced its participation in a strategic investment round in Wilk Technologies. [ + ]
