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Amazon partners with Menasha to integrate transparency codes on packaging

Menasha Packaging has formed a strategic partnership with the Amazon Transparency Program, which aims to enable Amazon suppliers to integrate transparency codes into their packaging strategies to ensure product authenticity and enhance consumer trust. Packaging Insights speaks to Menasha about the benefits of incorporating transparency codes in the packaging of products such as Unilever’s shampoo and conditioner combination and Atlas protein bars. “A transparency code is a multifaceted scannable code and corresponding serial number applied to each sellable unit, or Amazon multipack, on an item. Transparency codes allow for multiple paths once scanned to drive consumers to a website and provide product information,” a Menasha spokesperson tells us.
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Packaging sector advances accessibility through inclusive design
Packaging industry leaders and advocates are emphasizing that the concept of an “average” consumer does not account for the diverse needs of millions living with disabilities, chronic pain, or visual impairments. For these individuals, everyday tasks such as opening a bottle or identifying a product can be challenging. Packaging Insights speaks to Amcor, Tilt Beauty, and Etia about how inclusive design is moving from a niche “special project” to a core pillar of packaging innovation strategy.
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Interpack 2026: PulPac to showcase “plastic-like” fiber-based closures
PulPac will exhibit its Dry Molded Fiber caps for the first time at Interpack 2026 in Düsseldorf, Germany (May 7–13). Packaging Insights speaks with Viktor Wingård Börjesson, chief operating officer at PulPac, about the development stage of the new generation of fiber-based caps, the consumer experience they offer, and how closely they match traditional plastic bottle closures. What makes PulPac’s fiber caps different from existing solutions? 
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Eco-forward rigid plastic
As consumer concern around sustainability grows, the use of more eco-forward rigid materials is increasing. This is reflected in a rising number of F&B launches using more sustainable rigid packaging, particularly recyclable plastic. Most of these launches are concentrated in Europe.
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Empack 2026: Bizerba launches CO2 leak detection system for food safety
At this year’s Empack, Bizerba debuted its LeakSecure inspection system for fully non-destructive, in-line CO2-based modified atmosphere packaging. We spoke to Ton Kommers, managing director at Bizerba Netherlands, about the company’s integrated hardware and software systems for automated packaging inspection.
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Packaging Innovations 2026 review: Data, design & regulations drive circularity
Packaging Innovations 2026 in Birmingham, UK, welcomed 450 exhibitors showcasing circular packaging design. As the industry adapts to the UK’s packaging EPR and DRS launch, suppliers presented solutions catering to these regulatory shifts. Highlights included recycle-ready monomaterial solutions, compostable packaging and labels, and AI-assisted recyclability data analytics.

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Tageos and Pragmatic partner to unveil RFID product lines for packaging
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Tageos, a company that specializes in the design and manufacturing of RFID inlays and tags, and Pragmatic Semiconductor, a flexible semiconductor technology provider, have expanded their long-term strategic partnership with the launch of Tageos’ latest product portfolio based on Pragmatic’s flexible and sustainable NFC Connect product line. The EOS-932 Zero Lite PR1301 is a paper-based NFC inlay designed for integration into paper packaging and labels. It supports consumer engagement and product authentication where sustainability, form factor, and digital connectivity are important.
Coveris launches paper wrap for confectionery packaging
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Coveris has launched the MonoFlexFibre Pure Twist, a paper alternative to plastic for twist-wrapped confectionery packaging, responding to the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). The solution is suitable for products like lollipops, hard candy, and chocolate pralines, as well as heat-seal flow-wrapped bars and sticks. The paper was designed to meet 95/5 recycling guidelines. 
Ardagh Glass unveils glass bottle for soda company’s mixer range
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Ardagh Glass Packaging-North America (AGP-North America) has launched a 275 mL glass bottle for Fitz Bottling Company’s Tonic Water, Tonic Water Zero, and Club Soda. The collaboration aims to enhance AGP-North America’s footprint in the region.  Fitz’s Bottling Company is a craft soda brand based in St. Louis, Missouri, US, known for its flagship Root Beer and small-batch approach. 
Mondi expands paper bags business with Indonesian joint venture
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Mondi is expanding its paper bags business in Southeast Asia through a joint venture with PT Indocement Tunggal Prakarsa, one of the largest cement producers in Indonesia.The joint venture, PT Mondi Indo Prakarsa Kemasan, will be located at Indocement’s Cement Factory Complex in West Java, Indonesia. According to the companies, the new facility will manufacture paper bags for Indocement, responding to local market demand. 
Empack 2026 review: Rising oil prices, global regulations & AI dominate...
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Innovations responding to pressures from global regulations and rising fossil fuel prices took center stage at this year’s Empack, held last week in Gorinchem, Netherlands. Meanwhile, the shift toward AI and automation in factories was also at the forefront of manufacturers’ priorities, highlighting the challenge of balancing technological innovation with secure handling and practical, real-world application. 
Seafood sidestreams shift from waste to growth opportunity as consumer...
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Consumer acceptance of seafood sidestreams in food is changing. A new study has revealed that most European consumers are now open to consuming sidestream-based products, pointing to growth opportunities for seafood processors and food manufacturers to repurpose these underutilized raw materials. However, transparency around how these ingredients are used in food products could be essential to their scalability. The study, undertaken by Consumer Compass for Hailia, a food-tech firm aiming to transform efficiency in the seafood industry, surveyed 1,512 people in March 2026 from the UK, Sweden, and Germany about their attitudes toward food products made from seafood sidestreams. Most (74%) respondents say they have a positive or neutral attitude toward eating food made from filleting sidestreams.
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Empack 2026 live: Bizerba debuts CO2 leak detection system...
At this year’s Empack 2026, Bizerba is launching its in-line leak detection system designed for modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) trays that use CO2, such as for fresh meat, poultry, seafood, cheeses, baked goods, and ready-to-eat meals.  It aims to reduce food spoilage caused by gas leaks and increase shelf life. Unlike previous offline testing methods, LeakSecure checks MAP packages during production to catch errors early. 
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Empack 2026 live: Fuji Packaging navigates PPWR and...
The EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) mandate on minimum free space requires a new approach to sealing, with greater focus on time, temperature, and product protection, says Peter Matel, general manager at Fuji Packaging Benelux. At Empack 2026 in Gorinchem, Netherlands (April 14–16), Matel tells Packaging Insights that switching to monomaterial PE and PP solutions, although aligned with regulations, can affect supply change and product flow. 
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Top Packaging Trends 2026: Navigating sustainability,...
Innova Market Insights has announced its Top Packaging Trends 2026, with “Substantiated Sustainability” taking top spot. This trend emphasizes the need for verified environmental claims, driven by stricter regulations, such as the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). Global consumers are willing to pay more for sustainable packaging but are wary of greenwashing, meaning brands must back sustainability claims with scientific evidence. The second trend, “Digital-Enhanced Designs,” highlights the growing role of digital technologies like AI, augmented reality, and QR codes in packaging. These innovations improve consumer engagement and product traceability, while digital product passports offer detailed lifecycle data.

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Renewable rebellionApr2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates stable growth in F&B launches featuring “renewable packaging” claims between 2021 and 2025. Carton was the most commonly used packaging material, and launches...

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Packaging for Easter treats Apr 2026

Innova Market Insights data highlights rising momentum in Easter-related F&B packaging launches, with an average annual growth of 11% between 2021 and 2025. Brands are increasingly leveraging seasonal packaging to capture consumer attention, introducing playful shapes, innovative formats, and limited-edition designs. Colorful eggs, bunnies, and spring motifs continue to define F&B packaging design during the festive period.

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Eco-forward rigid plasticApr 2026

As consumer concern around sustainability grows, the use of more eco-forward rigid materials is increasing. This is reflected in a rising number of F&B launches using more sustainable rigid packaging, particularly recyclable plastic. Most of these launches are concentrated in Europe.

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At this year’s Empack, Bizerba debuted its LeakSecure inspection system for fully non-destructive, in-line CO2-based modified atmosphere packaging. We spoke to Ton Kommers, managing director at Bizerba Netherlands, about the company’s integrated hardware and software systems for automated...

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