UPM Raflatac, a global leader in the production of self-adhesive labeling solutions, has reinforced its commitment to building a more sustainable world by joining the Sustainable Packaging Coalition® (SPC).
Nestlé Waters North America announced that it has begun adding the clear and consistent How2Recyle instruction to the labels on half-liter bottles of all its major U.S. brands.
ALTANA has acquired a technology portfolio and research and development platform from U.S. based NuLabel Technologies Inc., which comprises innovative technologies for additive manufacturing of sustainable decoration solutions as well as novel technology for resealable packaging.
Pharmaceutical companies continue to adapt to regulations like the FDA’s Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) and 21 CFR Part 11.More and more manufacturers are looking at labeling to provide an edge in the face of these challenges.
In addition to the health problems that tainted food can cause consumers, and the damage to the brands’ and retailers’ reputations, a food recall can cost a food company $10 million or more in direct costs, business interruption and lost sales.
In this role, Gabel will have responsibility for all global LGM finance activities and for providing insight regarding factors impacting the marketplace and LGM’s business performance. He will also be a member of Avery Dennison’s corporate finance leadership team.
Though DSCSA law remains unchanged, compliance penalties are delayed until Nov. 2018, and pharma companies will be able to implement far-reaching serializations solutions.