January 2015

a new regulation by the uk government will ban cigarette branding and force tobacco firms to implement standardised packaging of all cigarettes and hand rolling tobacco for retail sale.the move by the government is in line with efforts to improve public health and prevent the uptake of smoking by children.the proposed regulation, likely to take effect in 2016, will require cigarette packaging with mandatory colours specified text such as the brand and variant name and required markings such as health warnings and fiscal marks.public health minister jane ellison said &quotsmoking remains

kettering, uk isub digital will be sharing a stand h18 with z&uumlnd uk at the packaging innovations show on february 25th and 26th 2015 and is expecting a busy two days.ketteringbased print specialist isub digital will be demonstrating its exclusive digifoil digital foiling system for printing onto a wide range of packaging materials and the mimaki kebab for direct printing onto cylindrical items.

the montgomery county council in maryland, us, has approved a bill to ban the use of certain expanded polystyrene food service and packaging products in the region.the regulation will prohibit the use and sale of polystyrene foam, polystyrene loose fill packaging and bulk foam products.it mandates use of compostable or recyclable alternatives of food service ware, such as plates, bowls, cups and eating utensils.

21 jan 2015cerulean demonstrates importance of testing creases on whole cartonscerulean has published a case study showing how its whole carton crease testers have been used to solve an intractable problem for a leading carton producer.the producer experienced rejections of two million cartons while another visually identical carton from another manufacturer caused no packing problems and noone could find out why.the cartons from the two producers were for high speed packing of cake products featuring a top window opening.

boutique design agency appartement 103 has created limited edition packs for hennessy xo.the brief was to create an inspiring yet desirable limited edition that would modernise this iconic brand during the end of season festivities.beyond an eyecatching limited edition, the success of this project rested on a true brand story, resonating the consumers with the brand&rsquos history and core values.marc savary, appartement 103&rsquos creative director., said &ldquothe gift box consists of a modern yet abstract graphic play of &ldquox&rdquo and &ldquoo&rdquo letters

uk based packaging manufacturer benson group will be organising theatre of food at packaging innovations 2015 which will be attended by masterchef 2010 dhruv baker.the show will also have a team of designers displaying their expertise in carton board packaging.the masterchef winner will present his signature taste blends of asian and european cuisines during the show in the firm&39s entire range of carton packaging, which has been inspired by 2015 paris fashion trends.besides live demonstrations, audience at the show will also be able to check out carton packaging designs for meal solut

rockwell solutions has introduced a laserperforated version of its reseal versatile film that allows food to be fresh for longer duration.formulated to seal to apet, rpet, pp and pe trays, the reseal peelable films are resealable after opening, allowing the consumer to store uneaten food fresh for longer in the original packaging, reports packaging europe.the laser perforation technology allows for extended shelf life for fresh produce both before and after peeling.the film can also be used for confectionery, hardware bags, food in bags and thermoformed packs and is suitable for packing coo

by anne marie mohan, senior editor, packaging worldestablished in 2007, the tomato stall is a grower and producer of specialty tomatoes and tomatoinspired artisanal products based on the isle of wight. its products&mdashsuch as oak roasted balsamic oil, ketchup, relish, and chili jam, among others&mdashare are sold in farm shops and delis throughout the u.k. as well as at farmers markets.