Packaging refresh for Victorian craft spirits brand
03 September, 2026 | Supplied by: Peacock Bros Pty LtdPeacock Bros has worked with Organic Bay Distillery on a packaging redesign to help strengthen its shelf presence in Australia's crowded craft spirits market.
Romaco Unity 600 high-speed blister packaging line
03 September, 2026 | Supplied by: Romaco GroupThe Romaco Group's Unity 600 high-speed blister packaging line is designed to package a variety of tablets and capsules.
AIP and Informa Markets expand their partnership across Asia
31 August, 2026 | Supplied by: Australian Institute of PackagingThe Australasian Institute of Packaging (AIP) is expanding its educational support to even more Informa shows, starting with 2027 Food & Hospitality Asia in Singapore.
APPEX 2027: The Industry Event Powered by APPMA Returns to Melbourne
29 August, 2026 | Supplied by: Exhibitions & Trade Fairs Pty LtdAustralia's processing and packaging industry will come together in March 2027, as APPEX returns to the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre (MCEC) from 16–19.
KM Packaging K-PEEL VPMe recycle-ready film
28 August, 2026 | Supplied by: KM Packaging Services LtdKM Packaging's K-Peel VPMe recycle-ready polyolefin film is now available in Australia and New Zealand.
Visy Enviropunnet labelling system
24 August, 2026 | Supplied by: VisyThe Visy Enviropunnet labelling system is designed for a plastic-free packaging solution for fresh produce.
Asahi switches to recycled material for all plastic soft drink bottles
20 August, 2026Around 350 million of Asahi Beverages' plastic soft drink bottles are now made in Australia with repurposed plastic instead of virgin material.
From six weeks to three days: Australian software overhauls US manufacturer’s label approvals
18 August, 2026 | Supplied by: GoVisuallyThe AI-native label management software has cut the label approval cycle at a US sports nutrition manufacturer, replacing a paper-based sign-off process.
interpack China to partner with AIP
12 August, 2026 | Supplied by: Australian Institute of Packaginginterpack China expands its international presence through a partnership with the Australasian Institute of Packaging.
ACCC initiates inquiries into food labelling
10 August, 2026The ACCC has announced that it is investigating the food labelling claims that were raised by the ABC's recent Four Corners program.
'Smart' packaging film developed to confirm food freshness
10 August, 2026Kyushu University researchers have developed a 'self-healing' packaging film that detects food spoilage in real time and also helps to extend shelf life of the packaged food.
Edible coating to keep strawberries fresh without refrigeration
05 August, 2026University of British Columbia researchers have developed an edible, seaweed-derived coating designed to keep strawberries fresh at room temperature.
Three gold and one silver for reusable food packaging solution
04 August, 2026 | Supplied by: Bonson PackagingBonson Packaging achieved three gold awards and one silver award for its RePlay Returnable System at the recent Packaging Innovation & Design Awards.
Free-range labelling during an avian influenza outbreak
04 August, 2026The ACCC is relaxing certain rules in relation to free-range claims on labels or packaging made by poultry egg and meat producers affected by housing orders.
Processing residues used to create an active film for fresh food
03 August, 2026Researchers have turned certain food waste into a strong biodegradable active film with antioxidant and antimicrobial properties designed to protect fresh food.
