Andrew Reynolds, Research Director at Applied Market Information, will give the opening address at the international conference. packagedesign.com +

The international conference, which will take place in the US for the first time, will discuss the latest packaging trends and technologies. packagedesign.com + 

FedEx has unveiled the “Bottle Box,” its solution to shipping wine and olive oil from France, Italy and Spain to countries worldwide. Post & Parcel +

Inspired by spiders, engineers have created a water-repelling surface, ideal for food packaging. Greenbang +

In the UK, L’Oreal chose an applicator from RPC Bramlage-Wiko for its new anti-cellulite roll-on. packagingnews.co.uk +

In the UK, Graham Packaging introduced a new PET bottle mold for antibacterial sprays and gels. Simeon Goldstein, packagingnews.co.uk +

Without proper research, the use of nanotechnologies in food cannot be regulated for safety. Philippa Fletcher, Reuters +

SolidWorks, 3D CAD software, helps companies produce elegant and cost-effective packaging. BusinessWire +

Sirane Ltd launched Sira-Cook, bags, pouches and films for packaging and cooking foods in microwaves and conventional ovens. Process and Control Today +

Automated Packaging Systems unveiled its SidePouch FASSprint Revolution Bagging System for use in food packaging. ThomasNet News +

New study shows that flexible packaging market will continue to show growth, especially in China and India. Converting Magazine +

TetraPak purchased high-density, renewable, polyethylene to use in its caps and closures for 2011 delivery. Ben Bold, packagingnews.co.uk +

A new study shows that bio-based plastics could replace up to 90% of plastic consumed today. PCB 007 +

In four years, the market for digitally printed packaging and labels is expected to triple. Tim Sheahan, printweek.com +

Zipbox, the re-sealable zip top carton, was recently introduced at the Pack Expo. PR Log + 

Graphic Republik’s Star Proof is being touted as the “perfect partnership for packaging printers.” Simon Nias, printweek.com +

Rexam has unveiled Crystal Transparency, a plastic that has the transparency and appeal of glass. WordPressOnline +

The first ever food packaging product made from the bottle-to-box recycling process with 100% Recycled PET. Earth Times.com +

Currently pharmaceutical companies are searching for better labeling and barcode technology to prevent counterfeiting and to improve safety. Mark Beauchamp, PharmaTech.com +

The aseptic packaging of boxed wine may prevent the active chemicals that ruin wine, but may cause more oxidation. Courtney Rubin, tonic +