Packaging
National Confectioners Association confirms Sweets and Snacks cancellation over coronavirus
After weeks of closely monitoring developments surrounding coronavirus, organisers of this year’s Sweets and Snacks show in Chicago have cancelled the event for 2020. Neill Barston reports
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Schubert enhances packaging systems with digitalisation and robotics
German-based packaging specialist Schubert is set to expand its range of modular machinery with increased levels of digitalisation of equipment and robotic functions.
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Ulma packaging welcomes government plans for plastics tax
Ulma Packaging UK has welcomed measures put forward by government to tax plastic packaging that is less than 30% recyclable.
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Interpack’s postponement leaves packed event schedule for 2021
Just after we went to press with our present edition, we received news that this year’s Interpack would in fact be delayed until next February due to coronavirus. The organisers of the trade fair had worked hard to keep the show on the road, putting out statements to that effect, but in the end, the […]
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Ucima packaging machinery group board member set to head safety standards body
Saverio Gamberini, a member of the board of directors of Ucima (Italian Packaging Machinery Manufacturers’ Association) and general manager of MG2, is set to chair a committee creating European standards on packaging machinery safety.
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Interpack organisers confirm trade fair is to be postponed until next year due to coronavirus
The organisers of Interpack have confirmed that the event will now be postponed until next year, following the worldwide outbreak of the coronavirus.
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Love Cocoa launches luxury eggs linked to Cameroon tree planting campaign
UK luxury confectionery brand Love Cocoa has launched two luxury chocolate eggs including a vegan-friendly option, linking to its campaign to to plant 500,000 trees in north Cameroon to fight deforestation.
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Nestlé rolls-out its chocolatory personalised KitKat web store
Nestlé has confirmed that its KitKat Chocolatory initiative, which allows consumers to select their own special flavour and packaging, will be available online for a limited period until the end of April, marking a first for the brand in direct-to-consumer products.
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UK announces introduction of plastic packaging tax
As part of the UK’s Budget 2020, the government has announced the introduction of a tax on plastic packaging containing less than 30% recycled content.
Preparations for Interpack continue despite emergence of coronavirus
With magazine deadlines looming, this will be a short missive from myself this week, but it’s on a very significant issue.
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Montezuma’s chocolate commits to 100% recyclable packaging for its ranges
UK-based premium confectionery brand Montezuma’s will be offering its entire chocolate range in eco-friendly packaging, in what is believed to be a first for British brand in the luxury segment.
Academy of Chocolate gains diverse global entries for annual awards
More than 100 new producers from almost 60 countries have so far entered The Academy of Chocolate Awards, marking the continued growth of chocolate producers from across the world.
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Commemorative mint series marks 75th anniversary of VE Day
UK-based premium sweet brand Uncle Joe’s Mint Balls has launched a commemorative tin to mark the 75th anniversary of VE day, and raise money for the country’s war veterans.
Syntegon plans major confectionery equipment showcase for Interpack
German-headquartered Syntegon Technology is set to present several key equipment solutions for the confectionery sector at interpack 2020.
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