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3 March 2023

Effects of rolling blackouts on SA’s Plastics Industry

Rolling blackouts are crippling South Africa’s plastics industry, raising costs, driving food waste and fuelling inflation. Plastics SA’s Anton Hanekom explains why…
29 May 2025

Eco-friendly innovation for pet health

Sonoco has teamed up with NaturDrops to launch nutritious dog snacks in GreenCan, its recyclable, paper‑based pack—uniting pet health with environmental care.…
16 July 2025

drinktec 2025: Transforming beverage packaging

Gentlebrand, a Sidel company, will be showcasing its latest packaging designs from lightweight, wine-friendly PET bottles to premium packaging for glass and…
29 October 2021

Didget unleashes digital print possibilities

Discover how Didget’s relentless innovation and design-driven approach unlocks agile, high-impact digital print. In Packaging Review, we unpack why its platform helps…
6 February 2024

Decoding the influence behind wine labelling

UPM Raflatac’s neuromarketing study reveals how wine label materials and finishes shape perception, trigger purchases and even elevate enjoyment after opening. Explore…
12 June 2025

Cysteine reduces mercury in tuna

Chalmers University researchers developed a cysteine-infused packaging solution, reducing mercury levels in canned tuna by up to 35%, enhancing food safety. Fish…
19 March 2023

Corruseal and Neopak’s merger halt

South Africa’s Competition Tribunal has blocked Corruseal’s merger with Neopak, warning it would harm competition in recycled containerboard and packaging markets. See…
26 May 2023

Combating plastic pollution on World Environment Day

On World Environment Day and World Oceans Day, Plastics SA commits to real, on‑the‑ground action against plastic pollution. Discover how the industry…
9 November 2023

Combating malnutrition in Kenya

Discover how a first-of-its-kind public–private partnership is tackling child hunger in Kenya: DSM, Ingredion and Tetra Pak, with government backing, plan to…
27 June 2025

CCL showcases sustainable packaging solutions

CCL Label debuts innovative, sustainable packaging technologies at Drinktec 2025, emphasising circular economy practices and eco-friendly advancements for global brands. CCL Label,…
22 September 2020

CCBSA continues rollout of 2L returnable PET bottle across SA

CCBSA is expanding its 2L returnable PET bottle nationwide—now reaching North West, Heidelberg, East Rand and key Gauteng townships—bringing better value and…
13 September 2023

Cartons make for a fruitful choice for the fruit juice industry

With load shedding, inflation and shifting labelling and sugar‑tax rules squeezing margins, fruit juice producers are rethinking packaging. Discover how switching to…