'Packaging regulation: common sense and a scientific, not ideological approach are needed'

Packaging continues to be at the centre of the debate, particularly with regard to the packaging regulation. On the subject, Sophie Guillin, General Manager of the Guillin Group, has clear ideas. "First of all, I would like to say that we are totally in line with the objectives of the regulation, which…

Freshness solutions on display in Madrid

AgroFresh Solutions, Inc., an AgTech innovator with a mission to prevent food loss and conserve the planet’s resources will feature their Portfolio of Freshness Solutions in…

"Ready to take on the new challenge: nonplastic packaging"

"Our long experience in the field of recyclable, plastic-free, paper-based flexible packaging allows us to offer even lighter paper packaging; we can offer wider windows with an unparalleled resistance to humidity. The sealants are of a new generation with excellent strength, effective in both dry and…

Edible coatings might be the answer to fresher, eco-friendlier produce packaging

Research into the adverse health outcomes of food preservatives and the consumer awareness this has achieved has caused a shift in the market wherein fresh and ‘organic’ food…

Chilean packaging company takes technology expertise to world markets

Automation has become a crucial aspect of the fruit industry worldwide. Paclife leans on their decades of experience in the packaging sector as technology and modified atmosphere film suppliers to Chile's huge cherries and blueberries industries to present a new offering. "The company has taken a bold…

"ILLG thermoforming machine completes second phase of £1.5 mln investment"

Manchester-based sustainable thermoformed packaging manufacturer significantly increases capacity in the 50th anniversary year. Further underlining its position as one of the UK’s leading independently owned manufacturers of sustainable thermoformed packaging products, Macpac has completed the second…

Sustainable packaging solution finalist in Fruit Attraction innovation award

CKF Inc., which specializes in the design and North American manufacturing of sustainable packaging solutions, proudly announces their status as one of the five finalists for the Fruit Attraction Innovation Hub Award for Sustainability and Commitment. Its submission for consideration is the EC 652, an 18…

New line of cardboard trays covered with natural net and "Top Seal" technology

"Italian fruit and vegetable producers have begun to appreciate environmentally sustainable solutions by eliminating plastic," says Serena Ruppi, CEO of Kuku International Packaging. "The signs for 2023 are encouraging. More and more enquiries and orders are coming in. Probably even the most established…

Pink co-branded tag for asparagus during breast cancer awareness month

Farm Direct Supply (FDS), a global supplier of fresh fruit and vegetables, is proud to announce the continuation of its partnership with the National Breast Cancer Foundation…

TNA revolutionises potato product supply for the Egyptian Army

TNA solutions, a global player in integrated food processing and packaging solutions, has implemented a new project for the Egyptian Army. Tasked by the Egyptian National…

New bag closure has better potential for recycling

Kwik Lok introduces Enviro-Lok, the new polypropylene bag closure made to keep products safe and fresh, while also delivering a better potential for recycling. Kwik Lok will feature the Enviro-Lok at the Global Floral and Produce Show in Anaheim, California (USA) October 19-21, booth #3331 and at the…

Revamp of Cara Cara orange program

Health is still top-of-mind as consumers continue to seek out products that play a role in supporting holistic lifestyles and The Pink Orange, Cara Cara, is no exception. Orange on the outside and pink on the inside, Caras get their pink interior from the antioxidant lycopene. Offering 100 percent of the…

V80/S, a tray filler that is precise and efficient

The production and preservation process of packaged salads, vegetables and fruits in the fresh-cut sector consists of several stages: selection, sorting, peeling and cutting, washing, drying and sealed packaging. Speaking of the packaging stage, precision and efficiency are the distinctive and technical…

"New punnets very suitable for storage in humid conditions"

During Fruit Attraction, Smart Packaging will highlight its new punnets, which are an excellent alternative to plastic consumer packaging. The punnets are made of a very sturdy material: light weight solid cardboard with a gram weight of 450 to 600 grams and suitable for products weighing between 0.5 and…

Avocados From Mexico launches PLU stickers

Avocados From Mexico, based in Irving, Texas, recently shared that it broke another record in its 2022-2023 fiscal year, importing 2.48 billion pounds of avocados. In part,…

UPM Specialty Papers presents compostable food stickers for fruit and vegetables

UPM Specialty Papers has launched compostable food stickers, usable for fruit and vegetables. Juhani Ylikoski, sales director at UPM Specialty Papers, said: “We are happy to…

Solidus appoints Jesse Rep as Head of Sustainability

Solidus, a company specialised in fibre-based packaging solutions in Europe, has appointed Jesse Rep as Head of Sustainability. The appointment coincides with the launch of…

German net manufacturer aims high

This year, CompoPac, a specialist in the production of compostable nets and climbing aids for fruit and vegetables, will participate for the first time in Fruit Attraction in Madrid. This marks a special milestone in the history of CompoPac, a brand of TVU Garnvertrieb GmbH in Leutershausen. The CompoPac…

Sustainable transport packaging crates help European fresh produce provider to meet goals

Eisberg, a European producer of fresh convenience salads, fruits, and vegetables needed a robust and sustainable packaging solution to transport its fresh produce from different locations in Europe to its production plants. They were finding it hard to source sustainable transport packaging crates at…

"Excellent contacts from Oceania and India"

Despite the fact that the last day of the fair was cancelled due to bad weather, Asia Fruit Logistica was a positive experience for Graziani Packaging. "We established good contacts with operators from Australia, New Zealand and India, which enabled us to strengthen relations and widen our perspectives,"…

New passion fruit three-pack introduced

Frieda's Branded Produce is delighted to announce its new Passion Fruit three-pack, offering consumers a convenient and affordable way to enjoy this trendy fruit. "The packs are perfect for on-the-go snacking or adding to smoothies, yogurt and other dishes," the company states. Passion Fruit continues to…

Zero-plastic packaging for avocados unveiled

Westfalia Fruit USA recently launched a 100 percent plastic-free bagged avocado program in the United States, alongside a one-of-a-kind partnership with CIRT (Can I Recycle…

Brand refresh and new packaging approach for greenhouse vegetables unveiled

Windset Farms®, a producer and marketer of greenhouse-grown produce in North America, is thrilled to announce the launch of its brand refresh and sustainable packaging strategy. Focused on promoting its high-quality products, including tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, and various specialty products, Windset…

Behind the scenes at Dutch grading and packaging machine manufacturer

Greefa's head office is in Tricht, in the heart of Betuwe, the Netherlands. There, grading and packaging solutions are thought up and produced. We spoke to sales representatives Otto Klop and Sander Reukers, who discussed trends in that field and Greefa's response. Up-scalingOtto, who has been in this…

"Useless European restrictions on plastic packaging: Asia does not even know what they are"

As Europe strengthens its laws and policies to deal with the increase of plastic waste across the EU, Mauro Stipa, Sales Manager of Fresh Produce Packaging Export at ILIP, believes the continent is taking it too far. He just visited the Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong and shared how the Asia Pacific…

First sustainably packaged pomelo shipment of the year sent to Europe

One of the key pomelo suppliers to Europe, Onedayone Group, sent its first waxed pomelo shipment of the year from Xiamen, China on September 8. This marks a significant milestone as the company's third consecutive year providing these citrus fruits with sustainable packaging to the market. For years, the…

Ecocool GmbH

Ecocool Managing Director Dr. Siedenburg: "Let us look at packaging in a more differentiated way"

Packaging for transport purposes made of paper is good and plastic is bad? Reusable is better than disposable? Opinions differ widely when it comes to the carbon footprint of packaging. That is why Ecocool Ltd provided information on the CO2 footprint of refrigerated and insulated packaging at the 6th…

Eco-friendly packaging for organic potatoes introduced

Good Life Organic, a subsidiary of Veg-Fresh Farms, announces the launch of its compostable bio-degradable packaging for organic potatoes. This sustainable packaging is certified biologically degradable by the Rise Research Institutes of Sweden. This sustainable packaging is certified biologically…

Australian company pioneers sustainable solutions for the food industry

Sydney-based company COPAR, is working on fibre-based packaging solution featuring moisture-absorbent pads for fresh produce applications. Increased regulations to reduce waste, coupled with the growing number of eco-conscious consumers who demand full transparency and need guarantees that the packaging…

Packaging company expands linerless label offering

Crawford Packaging is pleased to announce the availability of Ravenwood's Nobac Linerless Label Applicators and Linerless Labels in its product lineup. This strategic partnership provides businesses with access to advanced linerless label technology, improving their packaging operations while promoting…

New 100 percent plastic-free avocado bag launched

Villita Avocados has debuted a new bag for retailers seeking to make their produce departments more sustainable. With a label made of paper film and netting composed of cellulose fiber yarn from Forest Stewardship Council-certified eucalyptus wood, the bag is 100 percent plastic-free. The netting is TÜV…

Post-harvest operation slashes green kiwifruit packing pricing, provides critical boost to NZ industry

The post-harvest operation located in Tauranga is dropping its green kiwifruit packing prices in a bid to boost the New Zealand industry once again. The 21% drop has been made…

Enforcement of the ban on new single-use plastic items is now in effect

The ban on the first items under Stage 2 of Western Australia's nation-leading Plan for Plastics comes into force today. The now banned items include microbeads, expanded…

Paper bags to promote loose produce and reduce waste

The concept of 'ordering loose produce' and creating sales units is very important for big retail chains on a commercial level and is in line with the commitment to 'zero waste' set out by Goal 12 of Agenda 2030 to guarantee sustainable production and consumption models. The paper solutions by CARTONPACK…

Slow-release ethylene inhibitor improves shelf life of fresh berries

The soft fruits business in both hemispheres may soon have an innovative tool for extending seasonality and reducing food waste, says Polish food-tech company Fresh Inset. The…

New sustainable fiber tray for potatoes introduced

Tasteful Selections®, a specialty potato brand from RPE LLC, is introducing a new sustainable fiber tray with its Organic Sea Salt & Herb bite-size potatoes. Later this year, the complete range of micro-trays will incorporate this eco-friendly fiber tray. With a diverse range of baby potato types and…

An identity card laser-etched onto the skin of the fruit

While conveying information on the fruit's peel is nothing new for kiwis, melons and watermelons, the same cannot be said for fruits considered more delicate, such as stone fruits. This is the case of Ondine nectarines, which, in France, who is using a very special form of communication. "During a recent…

New packaging machines will enable UK retailers to cut down on plastics

XACT has launched two new packaging solutions designed to help retailers reduce the amount of plastic packaging they use for fresh produce. The Rev Elephant has been designed…

EcoMark GmbH

"Up to 70,000 labels per hour for stone fruit"

Thanks to laser marking of fruit and vegetables directly on the peel, logos, codes, origin info, or the legally required organic labeling can be applied entirely without packaging, stickers, or films. With the help of the EcoMark GmbH process, food can not only be labeled without chemicals, but also a…

Lagging growth in fresh produce sector provides space for focus on optimisation

Despite the ongoing challenges in the fresh produce industry, the packers Looije Packing are trying to focus on process optimisation and provide their customers the best possible service. "We do not perceive the ongoing logistics challenges as a setback, but as an opportunity to focus on optimising our internal…

UK company to celebrate a record breaking year at British Potato 2023

A UK supplier of automated packing solutions will celebrate a record-breaking year at British Potato in November. PACE Mechanical Handling, which designs and installs robotic and automated packing lines, has revealed that 2023 will be the company’s best-ever year. Orders received in the first eight…

"The market doesn't seem ready to welcome plastic packaging alternatives yet”

Last September, Liquidseal raised another €1.7 million via NPEX to expand its organization and accelerate its processes. This Dutch company makes coatings to extend flowers,…

New brand offers plastic-free produce packaging to Australian retailers

A new brand, which evolved from the long-established Just Onions brand, offers a selection of quality Australian Brown Onions, Red Onions, Lemons, Limes, Mandarins, Potatoes,…

Mildura Fruit Company delivers traceability with VerifyMe, Inc

VerifyMe, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, Trust Codes Global Limited and PeriShip Global LLC, provides brand owners time and temperature sensitive logistics, supply…

France signs decree to regulate the prohibition of plastic packaging for fruits and vegetables

In a move towards combating plastic pollution, France has taken a crucial step by signing a decree to regulate the prohibition of plastic packaging for fresh, unprocessed…

Indian avocado importer launches ‘Mini Gems’ with single and duo packaging

Abacate, an avocado importer in India, has announced the expansion of its product range with the introduction of Abacate Mini Gems in new patent-pending punnet packaging for avocados. “Our new product line, Abacate Mini Gems complements the existing ‘Abacate Premium’ and ‘Abacate Gold’ product lines. Our…

Europe, Canada, and the United States: Is it all the same for packaging?

“We are young in the US and Canada but are bringing decades of experience in manufacturing and implementing full packaging lines for fruits and vegetables,” says Joost Somford, CCO of JASA Packaging Solutions. JASA Packaging Solutions was founded almost 40 years ago and specializes in the manufacture of…

New case packing machine launched

JBT’s Proseal, a manufacturer of tray sealing machinery, has launched the CP4 case packing machine, the latest in the CP range. The CP4 offers producers efficiency, flexibility and profitability in their packaging processes. The new CP4 differs from the CP2 and CP3 that currently exist in the CP line…

An innovative software for packaging

Innovation by Top Control: foodProcess is an innovative software solution that helps with packaging. It enables you to easily reduce waste while keeping labor costs under control and considerably increasing productivity. "Pressing one button is enough for foodProcess to determine weight information with waste,…

Resealable watermelon pouch helps sliced watermelon shelf life

Maglio's ReadyRipe™ is a reusable and resealable watermelon pouch that naturally keeps watermelon fresh and sweet for an extended period of time. This solution gives sliced watermelons a longer shelf life, naturally enhanced quality and convenience. Sam Maglio, president and CEO of Maglio Companies,…

Businesses not prepared for new ESG reporting deadlines

A whitepaper released by PalletEarth has found that complying with new sustainability regulations could be an uphill battle for many companies across the EU and UK. And, with…

A natural, edible and invisible coating to extend the shelf life of fruit

Prosane® is the name of this French innovation developed by the French start-up Proteme. It consists of an invisible, natural food coating, like a second skin, that extends fruit shelf life by slowing down the ripening process (up to 10 days longer) and significantly reducing the development of diseases…

New York importer welcomes first summer citrus shipment

William H. Kopke Jr., Inc., a vertically integrated fruit and produce company, announces the arrival of its summer citrus from South Africa, Chile, Peru, Uruguay, Colombia and Argentina. This premium citrus fruit including mandarins, navel oranges, minneolas, cara caras, grapefruits and lemons, are…

The abnormal Italian stone fruit campaign also affected packaging companies

The abnormal start of the current stone fruit campaign had already led farmers to expect that something would go in the wrong direction this year, due to a series of climatic and socio-economic factors that contributed to the chaos on the markets. However, it was the entire supply chain, including…