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Ball Corporation advances substantiated sustainability in aluminum packaging

As environmental sustainability moves from being a standout packaging claim to a requirement driven by regulations and consumer expectations, the ability of companies to communicate the evidence is becoming increasingly important. While the topic of substantiated sustainability is usually discussed in conversations about plastics and paper packaging, it is just as important for other packaging materials, including aluminum. Substantiated sustainability is an Innova Market Insights Top Packaging Trend for 2026, and it will be discussed at the upcoming Packaging Insights webinar on June 11, highlighting how brands can address these trends to thrive in the market. We sit down with Predrag Ozmo, sustainability director at Ball Corporation, to discuss the major aluminum manufacturer’s sustainability credentials and communication strategy.
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Soft drink packaging industry balances sustainability, efficiency & convenience
Soft drink packaging is evolving in response to changing consumer expectations, regulatory pressure, and rising material costs. Packaging Insights discusses these increasingly relevant factors with Amcor, Trivium Packaging, and SLMG Beverages, the Coca-Cola distributor in India. “Sustainability is the most consequential shift underway,” Paritosh Ladhani, managing director at SLMG Beverages, tells us. “Across the industry, companies are moving toward lightweight PET, recyclable materials, and packaging formats designed for a circular economy.”
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Interpack 2026: WPO tackles food waste, packaging waste trade off and “wishcycling”
The global packaging industry is making progress on recyclability and monomaterial design, but is still failing to grapple with the harder trade-off between packaging waste and food waste, according to Nerida Kelton, the VP of sustainability and safe food at the World Packaging Organisation (WPO).
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Pet food packaging trends
Innova Market Insights data indicates that new pet food launches have gained ground, with 3% growth from 2021 to 2025. Most of these launches were packed in plastic, but metal packaging is also gaining traction. Nearly half of pet food launches were in standing pouches, while the use of folded boxes is increasing.
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Safe, secure, convenient and clean: Caps and closures in food and beverage
This eBook explores how caps and closures shape product protection, usability and sustainability in food and beverage packaging. From sports and flat caps in beverages to sauces, condiments, oils and vinegar closures in food, it highlights design choices that improve consumer experience, support recycling and enhance brand impact.This Technical Paper is brought to you by Amcor.
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Interpack 2026: TNA launches robag Quantum fully automatic packaging system
Simon Hill, group product innovation manager at TNA Solutions, presented the new robag Quantum fully automatic packaging system for snack and confectionery production lines. According to Hill, digital tools are becoming increasingly important in food manufacturing.

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F&B packaging tops global shoreline litter as scientists call for industry...
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F&B plastic packaging is one of the most common sources of litter on the world’s coastlines, according to a new study from the University of Plymouth, UK, which looked at data from more than 5,300 surveys on shoreline litter — reportedly the first study of its kind. The study calls for industry and policy action, stating that waste management can no longer keep up with the scale and severity of plastic pollution. 
Kenvue leverages Greyparrot AI for circular packaging system
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Greyparrot, an AI-powered waste intelligence company, has partnered with Kenvue, a pure-play consumer health company, to advance circular packaging solutions amid growing regulatory requirements. Using Greyparrot’s Deepnest platform, Kenvue will be able to use evidence-based data from real-life recycling processes to design its products for circularity. 
Antalis Packaging to present e-commerce and logistics solutions
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Antalis Packaging, part of Japan’s Kokusai Pulp & Paper Group, is showcasing its products and consultancy-led services, highlighting its focus on e-commerce and logistics packaging solutions.At eDelivery Expo 2026 (June 30 – July 2) in Birmingham, UK, Antalis Packaging will showcase its new carbon calculator, smart packaging design and services, premium packaging, protective and corrugated packaging solutions, Ranpak systems, including FillPak Mini, as well as packaging automation technologies.
Novvia Group acquires luxury beauty packaging company
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Novvia Group has obtained APC Packaging, a supplier of luxury beauty packaging solutions, including plastic and glass containers, closures, and packaging components. The financial terms of the acquisition have not been disclosed.  Novvia, a global rigid container and life science packaging distributor backed by Kelso & Company, says the aim of the transaction is to strengthen its position in the beauty and personal care packaging sectors. APC Packaging, based in Florida, US, collaborates with beauty and skin care brands to deliver primary packaging solutions with a focus on environmentally conscious innovation to help brands advance refillable systems, recyclability, and recycled material use.  
US water vending machines may expose consumers to dangerous lead levels, study...
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A study has found that the water dispensed at US vending machines, also referred to as kiosks, may contain pollutants, including lead, posing unchecked public health risks.The study, published in the American Chemical Society’s Environmental Science & Technology journal, presents a comprehensive comparison of the chemical and microbiological profiles of water sourced from twenty kiosks, representing four manufacturers across six US states, against local tap water samples.
FAO warns of looming “agri-food crisis” amid Strait of Hormuz disruption
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The FAO has repeatedly escalated its warnings about the global fallout from the Strait of Hormuz crisis over recent weeks, but its latest alert is markedly more severe, signaling that the chaos in the region is no longer just a short-term shipping disruption, but a systemic shock to global food systems.
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Safe, secure, convenient and clean: Caps and closures in...
This eBook explores how caps and closures shape product protection, usability and sustainability in food and beverage packaging. From sports and flat caps in beverages to sauces, condiments, oils and vinegar closures in food, it highlights design choices that improve consumer experience, support recycling and enhance brand impact.This Technical Paper is brought to you by Amcor.
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A data-driven guide to multipacking
How can CPG brands balance escalating regulatory pressures with changing consumer expectations in their multipacking decisions? Lifecycle analysis, performance testing, and total cost of ownership evaluation are critical in guiding evidence-based choices. Discover strategies to select the best material for the job across key metrics.This Technical Paper is brought to you by PakTech.
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Top Packaging Trends 2026: Navigating sustainability,...
Innova Market Insights has announced its Top Packaging Trends 2026, with “Substantiated Sustainability” taking top spot. This trend emphasizes the need for verified environmental claims, driven by stricter regulations, such as the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). Global consumers are willing to pay more for sustainable packaging but are wary of greenwashing, meaning brands must back sustainability claims with scientific evidence. The second trend, “Digital-Enhanced Designs,” highlights the growing role of digital technologies like AI, augmented reality, and QR codes in packaging. These innovations improve consumer engagement and product traceability, while digital product passports offer detailed lifecycle data.

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Next-gen packaging: Biodegradable films & material innovationMay2026

Innova Market Insights data shows that consumers view sustainability challenges as urgent issues that require immediate action. For the industry, this translates into accelerated investment in recycla...

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Soft drink packaging refresh May 2026

Innova Market Insights data shows that global soft drink launches are on the rise, with 10% growth between April 2021 and March 2026. Bottles are taking the largest share of launches with 52%, followed by cans at 21%, highlighting the continued importance of these formats in meeting consumer needs and product positioning.

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Pet food packaging trendsMay 2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that new pet food launches have gained ground, with 3% growth from 2021 to 2025. Most of these launches were packed in plastic, but metal packaging is also gaining traction. Nearly half of pet food launches were in standing pouches, while the use of folded boxes is increasing.

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Interpack 2026: TNA launches robag Quantum fully automatic packaging system

Simon Hill, group product innovation manager at TNA Solutions, presented the new robag Quantum fully automatic packaging system for snack and confectionery production lines. According to Hill, digital tools are becoming increasingly important in food manufacturing.

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