Packaging Industry News

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    THE Shoprite Group is the first South African retailer to launch a fully recyclable 7kg potato pocket – solving a complex packaging problem...

    Energy-efficient compressor solutions by WCCE cut plant cost

    By Diane Silcock AN air compressor is a critical utility in manufacturing, yet it’s often the ‘forgotten utility’ until something goes wrong. With the...

    Sidel’s launches new 100% rPET lightweight bottle base for...

    STARLITE®-R STILL is a new bottle base that employs Sidel’s patented technology to ensure 100% recycled PET (rPET) integration, lightweighting, and high-speed production...

    Konica Minolta South Africa showcases innovative print packaging solutions...

    The packaging industry is undergoing a transformation as businesses seek smarter, more sustainable, and cost-effective solutions to meet growing consumer demands. At Propak...

    Experience premium label printing with BradyPrinter i7500

    THE identification specialist Brady Corporation’s new BradyPrinter i7500 for 76mm core label rolls automatically adjusts all of its settings when new consumables are...

    Trends And Innovations Shaping The Growing Food and Beverage...

    The food and beverage sector is the largest and most vital part of South Africa’s manufacturing industry, contributing 25% to total production. Recent...

    Explore the future of packaging at Propak Africa

    JUST weeks from now, South Africa’s premier trade showcase, Propak Africa, will open its doors, revealing groundbreaking innovations across packaging, printing, plastics, food...

    South Africa’s plastic packaging industry and the European Union’s...

    THE European Union’s Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) has introduced new regulations for plastic packaging that could have significant ripple effects on...

    Sustainability of Plastic Packaging Highlighted at Pro-Plas Africa 2025

    Plastic packaging plays a crucial role in South Africa’s supply chains, particularly in the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors. While its durability and...

    The role of packaging in agriculture: insights from Cape...

    PACKAGING is integral to the agricultural sector, ensuring that products are transported securely, stored efficiently, and delivered in optimal condition. At Cape Bag Group,...

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