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US – American manufacturing company, Greif has reported US$1.62 billion in revenue for the third quarter (Q3) of fiscal 2022 (FY22), up from US$1.49 billion in the same period of fiscal 2021 (FY21). For the three months to 31 July, net income attributable to the company was US$141.8 million, compared with a net income of US$113 million in Q3 2021.…
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EUROPE – Irish Corrugated packaging company, Smurfit Kappa has developed a new sustainable eCommerce packaging solution for RareBoots4u in a bid to drive sustainability. Smurfit Kappa has developed packaging that features a ‘striking’ design and clean lines for the supplier of classic football boots. RareBoots4u was seeking a customized and sustainable packaging solution with the flexibility to contain boots in…
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INDONESIA – Japanese fibers and textiles company, Toyobo has opened a new polyester film packaging facility at Pt. Trias Toyobo Astria (TTA) in Indonesia. Trias Toyobo Astria is a joint venture between Toyobo and Indonesian film producer Pt. Trias Sentosa, Tbk to meet the rise in demand for sustainable film goods. The facility, which will entail an investment of JPY10bn…
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UK – Leading UK supermarket, Sainsbury’s has become the latest supermarket to ditch “best before” dates as part of plans to reduce food waste. The grocer has confirmed it will scrap dates labels from over 100 fresh produce lines, including pears, onions, tomatoes, and citrus fruits. A further 130 products, including potatoes, will follow. Instead, the new fresh fruit &…
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US – Starbucks, an American multinational chain of coffeehouses and roastery reserves, has introduced new whole bean coffee packaging designs inspired by the people, moments and experiences associated with each blend. Created by Starbucks’ talented design team and still the same delicious coffee, each packaging redesign tells a unique story about the coffee roast’s origin and tasting notes. Starbucks has…
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UK – Tri-Wall UK has signed a deal to take over CCC located in Chesterfield and said it intends to expand operations, invest in equipment and grow jobs. Established in 1996, The Corrugated Case Company has become one of the UK’s leading specialists in the design and manufacture of corrugated packaging products. With a firm reputation of quality, innovation and…
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