Culinary forecast from Mareya Ibrahim and food industry experts
November 7, 2013
Packaging trends often respond to needs in the food industry. Understanding up and coming food trends, can help packagers better prepare for new demands from consumers and brand owners alike.
Ardagh is in the process of restructuring its proposed acquisition of the Verallia North America by selling four glass container manufacturing plants as a standalone business to a single buyer.
New manufacturing research report from Euromonitor International is now available from Fast Market Research
October 18, 2013
Packaging for new prepared baby food is largely being redesigned with the introduction of BPA-free pouches. Gerber is the largest prepared baby food company to introduce baby food in pouches. Parents are turning to BPA-free pouches for convenience and safety.
A mere 15 years ago, shoppers looking for broth at the grocery store had limited choices. They could choose from chicken, beef and occasionally vegetable broth in large or small cans from one of a few of the big-name soup companies.
Twist and fold papers specialist will build on Clondalkin Group’s capabilities in American market
October 2, 2013
Clondalkin Group company, Cats-Haensel, the leading European manufacturer of laminated and coated products, has announced its expansion into North America and appoints the experienced Larry Jones, based in Baltimore, to lead the sales and marketing effort.
The company has relocated from Schaumburg, IL to this larger facility to enable further expansion of their flexible packaging business in North America.
According to a report from Reportlinker, World demand for caps and closures is projected to rise 5.3% per year to $46 billion in 2016. In volume terms, demand will grow 4.1% annually to 1.9 trillion units.
