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As a relatively new technology, digital print has only recently started to seep into the packaging market. But in a short space of time, this new capability has gained immense popularity as those in the packing industry realize its potential for providing seamless and personalized advertising. 

Consumer purchasing in the wine and spirits marketplace continues to grow, with 2016 being the 18th consecutive year consumption rose in each area year-over-year, according to statistics from the Beverage Information Group.

Sixty-two percent of food and drinks manufacturers, suppliers and retailers increased their turnover in 2016, while 58% agree that the industry is in good health at the turn of the new year. 

People who like wine usually develop a preference for a particular grape variety. A similar thing could soon happen with juice drinkers.

Dr. Kurt Wolff GmbH & Co. KG., the brand manufacturer of hair-care products from Bielefeld, opted for a Schubert top-loading machine when restructuring its production and packaging processes. 

Earlier this fall, several major brands voluntarily recalled products due to potential listeria concerns in cookie dough ingredients. 

As sustainability issues move to the forefront of the national conversation, we reached out to Tom Egan, vice president, Industry Services, PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, to find out what the future might hold for sustainability initiatives in the consumer packaged goods industry, what considerations brands must heed and what resources are available to brands looking to make a difference.

This infographic examines the way elements such as visual appearance, shapes and color play a role in labeling design.

Expanded content labels (ECL) are a multi-paneled labeling option designed to display extensive amounts of information. 

Developing and maintaining a clear approach to managing brand design within a CPG company can be a tough but decisively productive way to make brand design more efficient.