packaging industry news

Friday
05Mar2010

Swash it Out

Tide Swash fresh it out packaging news


P&G is testing a new line of products that refreshes clothing so that people can re-wear clothes without washing them. Bruce Horovitz, USA TODAY
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Friday
05Mar2010

New Welsh Holiday?

The Welsh Whiskey Company Variety pack


The Welsh Whisky Company, known for its fruity whisky/modern packaging, is campaigning to establish St David’s Day as a public holiday. Michael Kavanagh, FT.com +

Friday
05Mar2010

Organic Soy Beverages

So Nice Soy Beverage Flexography Shrink Wrap bottle packaging


Canada’s So Nice organic soy beverages will now sport the Canada Organic logo, helping confirm its authenticity. packagedesign.com +

Wednesday
03Mar2010

Carpe Diem Packaging

Caribou Coffee brand packaging redesign


In addition to a new line of tea-lattes, Caribou Coffee unveiled its new rebranded logo, signage, packaging and decor. Mark Brandau, Nation's Restaurant News
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Monday
01Mar2010

Marketing & Children

marketing children branded packaging


Marketing companies pay young children for their opinions of, and sometimes promotion of unhealthy foods and beverages. Karen Collier, Herald Sun +
 

Monday
01Mar2010

Packaging & Product Review

Maison Le Grand squeezable packaging structural design


Maison Le Grand's squeezable sauces, Marathon of Miracles snack bars & Moleskine wine/food journals are reviewed by the Chicago Journal. Fauzia Arain, Tribune newspapers +

Monday
01Mar2010

Coffee Fest 2010

DR. Smoothie logo-product packaging


At the annual Coffee Fest in NJ, Dr. Smoothie Brands will unveil a new item in their product line up - Whole Lotta Toffee. packagedesign.com +

Monday
01Mar2010

Product Placement

package and product placement in movies


A new study has found that 69% of popular movies contain product placement, most being unhealthy candy, snacks and beverages. Bill Hendrick, WEbMD +

Thursday
25Feb2010

New PET Product

Croda PET plastic Packaging

Croda Polymer Additives unveiled a new a new PET slip concentrate that will help reduce surface friction. Modern Plastics Worldwide + 

Thursday
25Feb2010

EX TRACTS Packaging Award

Ex Tract Packaging Awards


The EX TRACTS award for Best Packaging at the New York International Gift Fair went to Kalologie Skincare.
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Wednesday
24Feb2010

Paper Product Makeover

Twinsaver Packaging Redesign


Nampak Tissue has unveiled new packaging for its Twinsaver brand. BIZcommunity.com
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Monday
22Feb2010

Fashion Forward Packaging

Lady Gaga Condom Packaging design News

Lady Gaga has come out in support of Proper Attire, Jeremy Scott’s designer condoms, with packaging that matches the designer’s fall fashion line. Beth Cooney Fitzpatrick, Stylelist +

Monday
22Feb2010

Product & Packaging Update

Campbells Soup label violator design


Campbell Soup Company plans to update their soups by further cutting sodium content and updating their packaging. AP Associated PRess +

Thursday
18Feb2010

Concerns Over Packaging

Camel Orbs over-designed, over-packaged smokeless tobacco


The FDA is concerned over dissolvable tobacco products that may appeal to kids due to their candy-like packaging. Michael Felberbaum, The Associated Press
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Friday
12Feb2010

CD LTD Ed. Packaging

Neil Young Limited Edition Packaging design grammy award


The Grammy Award for Best Boxed or Special Limited Edition Package went to Neil Young. NME.com +

Friday
12Feb2010

UK Cigarette Packaging

UK Generic Cigarette packaging design concerns


The UK's Department of Health may mandate generic packaging for all cigarettes in order to cut down on smoking. Jeanne Whalen, The Wall Street Journal +

Tuesday
09Feb2010

Stretch & Shrink Film 2010

Stretch and Shrink Film Packaging Design technologies


The Stretch & Shrink Film 2010 conference spotlights the stretch and shrink film industry - the fastest growing flexible packaging segment in Europe. packagedesign.com +
 

Tuesday
09Feb2010

Innovation at Heinz

Heinz Dual Purpose Dip & Squeeze Packaging structure


The new Heinz Dip & Squeeze dual-function package gives consumers two ways to enjoy Heinz Ketchup. MarketWatch +

Thursday
04Feb2010

In Demand Packaging

Bemis Flexible packaging news


Bemis Company, the largest flexible packaging company in the US, has seen an increase in demand in flexible packaging. Rory Harrington, ConfectionaryNews.com +
 

Thursday
04Feb2010

Challenging Packagers

Misleading packaging to persuade consumers


Blogger Keith Campbell discusses why some packaging is just wrong. Keith Campbell, On the edge
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