The latest news, trends, analysis, interviews and podcasts from the global food and beverage industry

A new bio-based cup technology designed to address the environmental impact of single-use packaging is set to enter the UK market.

Metsä Group’s innovation company, Metsä Spring, has introduced a new wood fibre punnet series designed for fresh berries, fruits and vegetables.

Stefan Welker shows how modern quality control can cut waste, boost efficiency, build brand trust, and create real competitive advantage.

Coca-Cola bottler Swire Coca-Cola USA has selected Colorado Springs as the location for its new manufacturing facility, set to create approximately 170 new jobs in the region.

BW Packaging has introduced Hayssen X850, a multi-jaw flow wrapper designed for packaging cheese and other products that require high seal integrity at high speeds.

Fresh Inset has introduced the MCPBag, an active packaging solution designed to extend the shelf life of pears and reduce waste throughout the supply chain.

Feldmuehle, a German producer of paper for various packaging applications including food and beverages, has announced it is ceasing operations.

The Tetra Brik Aseptic 200ml Slim Leaf carton is constructed with up to 80% paper, achieving a 92% renewable content when combined with plant-based polymers.

Andrew Lux at Greenberg Glusker’s Litigation Group explores how cases like Smucker’s lawsuit against Trader Joe’s could redefine trademark and trade dress regulation.

DS Smith, a subsidiary of International Paper, has appointed James Lomax as the new managing director for its UK and Ireland Packaging division.

Alpla Group has announced the establishment of a new recycling company focused on developing a food-grade high-density polyethylene recycling process.

Ishida has acquired Swedish robotics company RobotGrader, expanding its automation capabilities for fixed-weight tray-packing in the protein sector.