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Packaging Design Wrap-Up: Students design edible tape for mess-free burritos; Corona uses sunlight to create natural billboard of its beer bottle; aluminum can art installation focuses on recycling at Brazilian subway station

Published: May 20, 2022 by Industry Intelligence Inc.

Students design edible tape for mess-free burritos

Eating a burrito is arguably a universal delight thanks to its tasty, filling ingredients and soft tortilla wrap. But when those ingredients fall onto the table, or worse, your lap, the eating experience is inevitably spoiled. Biomolecular engineering students from Johns Hopkins University recognized this dilemma and decided to make a change. Accordingly, they’ve created an edible tape called Tastee Tape that ensures ingredients are kept tightly tucked inside the burrito (or taco, or gyro, or wrap) during cooking and consumption. Tastee Tape comprises a food-grade fibrous scaffold and an organic, edible adhesive. The rectangular strips measure half an inch by two inches and come affixed to sheets of waxed paper. To use, simply remove a strip from the sheet, wet thoroughly to activate, and apply to the food. Because the students are applying for a patent, they declined to disclose their secret formula. However, team member Tyler Guarino explained that all the ingredients are safe to consume, food-grade and are common food and dietary additives. Overall, Tastee Tape “allows you to put full faith in your tortilla, and enjoy your meal, mess-free.”

The primary source of this information is Johns Hopkins University

Corona uses sunlight to create natural billboard of its beer bottle

Mother Nature is an unexpected collaborator for Corona’s new advertising campaign in Brighton, England, which highlights the brand’s natural ingredients. The campaign uses natural light plus a simple beer bottle label plastered on a wall splashed in Corona’s yellow. As the hours pass, a picture of a Corona bottle forms from the shadows of nearby foliage. When golden hour hits between 6:30pm to 6:45pm, onlookers will see the full billboard, which declares that Corona beer is “made from the natural world.” Wieden+Kennedy London spearheaded the campaign, while PR agency Sketch Events oversaw the billboard. According to Sketch Events, creating the billboard required “months of research, sun trajectory calculations, location scouting, and mechanic testing.”

The primary source of this information is Design Taxi

Aluminum can art installation focuses on recycling at Brazilian subway station

From now until June 9, patrons of the Sumaré subway station in São Paulo will be greeted by a giant replica of a hawksbill turtle swimming underwater, made from approximately 1,400 aluminum cans. Measuring more than 9 meters long, the panel installation reproduces a work by photographer Marcelo Krause and came together thanks to a partnership between Ball and Unibes Cultural, a hub for culture, creative entrepreneurship and social causes in São Paulo. Aluminum cans were chosen because of their high recycling rate, which can ultimately reduce the chances of incorrect disposal and help avoid the ocean as the final destination. As subway patrons make their way around the station, the artwork offers something to ponder in terms of sustainability and environmental responsibility.

The primary source of this information is News Bulletin 24/7

Assn. of Plastic Recyclers publishes two updated testing protocols that determine whether PE film packaging is compatible with the current recycling infrastructure, also publishes resource on PE film standard processing lab practices

Published: May 26, 2022 by The Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR)

Working with Brand Owners and Recyclers to Achieve Recyclability Goals

Two testing protocols that determine whether film packaging is compatible with the current recycling infrastructure, along with an additional resource, have been updated and published by the leading plastics recycling authority in North America. The Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) recently announced the publication of the updated PE Film Critical Guidance Test Protocol, the Metal Sortation Potential Test Protocol, and the PE Film Standard Processing Lab Practices as part of the the APR Design® Guide for Plastics Recyclability.

The test protocols, resulting from extensive industry collaboration, measure the capability of innovative film packaging to be sorted and recycled into new thin film applications. The PE Film Standard Processing Lab Practices document details the steps recommended by the APR to prepare PE film and flexible products for use in protocols that evaluate the compatibility of the materials with commercial PE film recycling processes.

"PE film and flexible packaging is a fast-growing segment for consumer brands," stated Sandi Childs, APR's Director of Films and Flexible Packaging. "The ability to measure compatibility with recycling is vital to keeping a clean stream of materials flowing to recyclers from retail store drop-off bins."

To achieve APR Critical Guidance Recognition, companies must first successfully complete the protocol with a 3^rd party testing laboratory, and then present the results to APR for formal review and approval. Once approved by APR, companies are eligible to market their innovation as formally recognized by APR and compatible with current recycling infrastructure.

"Cleaner supply results in more efficient processing, lower cost, and higher quality PCR that ultimately delivers products consumers want to buy," stated Steve Alexander, APR President & CEO. "These updates are consistent with our efforts to ensure that the APR Design® Guide remains the essential reference document and industry standard in recycling compatibility test protocols."

As the international trade association representing the plastics recycling industry, the APR works to ensure that design resources accurately reflect the operations and technology in the most current North American plastics recycling infrastructure. Frequent updates are essential to confirm that the recycling industry's recommendations in today's marketplace are accurately reflected.

Contact:

Kara Pochiro

APR VP of Communications & Public Affairs

Kara@plasticsrecycling.org

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The Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) is The Voice of Plastics Recycling^®. As the international trade association representing the plastics recycling industry, membership includes independent recycling companies of all sizes, processing numerous resins, as well as consumer product companies, equipment manufacturers, testing laboratories, organizations, and others committed to the success of plastics recycling. APR advocates the recycling of all plastics. Visit www.PlasticsRecyling.org for more information.

Carlyle to acquire Shanghai-based cosmetic packaging firm HCP Packaging from funds affiliated with Baring Private Equity Asia; HCP has 10 facilities across China, the US, Mexico and Europe, works with over 250 leading cosmetics, skincare, fragrance brands

Published: May 26, 2022 by The Carlyle Group

Global investment firm, Carlyle (NASDAQ: CG) today announced it has agreed to acquire a 100% stake in HCP Packaging (“HCP”), a global leader in the design, development and manufacture of cosmetic packaging, from funds affiliated with Baring Private Equity Asia (“BPEA”). Equity for this transaction will come from affiliates of Carlyle Asia Partners and Carlyle Japan Partners – two of Carlyle’s buyout funds in Asia. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Founded in 1960 and headquartered in Shanghai, HCP is currently one of the world’s largest beauty packaging providers with 10 state-of-the-art production and manufacturing facilities across China, the USA, Mexico and Europe. The company has produced many innovative award-winning packaging designs and is dedicated to researching and investing in sustainable packaging solutions for the beauty industry. It works with over 250 leading cosmetics, skincare and fragrance brands including Estée Lauder, L’Oreal and Shiseido.

Carlyle will leverage its deep sector experience in the consumer and manufacturing industries to support HCP as it continues to scale its operations and grow its customer base globally. Carlyle will also work with HCP to help explore global strategic acquisitions, further strengthen the company’s leading R&D capabilities, and facilitate business synergies and alliances for HCP with its global network of portfolio companies in the cosmetics, consumer and manufacturing industries.

During BPEA’s ownership, HCP has experienced transformative growth. With BPEA’s support, HCP has become an even stronger primary packaging supplier for both color cosmetics and skincare products with expanded product technology as well as geographical footprint.

Eddy Wu, President and CEO of HCP Packaging, said: “We are incredibly proud of our journey to become a leading cosmetics packaging manufacturer and would like to thank BPEA for their support over the past six-and-a-half years. Our strategic priorities continue to be centered on driving sustainable packaging innovation and delivering top-quality services and best-in-class operational excellence to our customers around the world. We are delighted to partner with Carlyle and to have a new owner with such high calibre. We look to leverage Carlyle’s global platform strengths for our next phase of growth and as we expand our leading market position internationally.”

Wanlin Liu and Dennis Wang, Managing Directors of the Carlyle Asia Partners advisory team, said: “We are excited to partner with HCP and look forward to working with Eddy and the management team on the company’s next phase of global growth and expansion. We see long-term growth potential in the beauty and cosmetics industry and believe HCP’s business track record and commitment to R&D and ESG are market differentiators. We plan to leverage the strengths of our global platform, deep industry and market expertise, and synergies from our extensive network of portfolio companies in the consumer and manufacturing sectors to help HCP capture new growth opportunities, and take the company to the next level.”

Alex Lee, Managing Director at BPEA, said: “We are proud to have supported HCP’s growth and evolution into a global leader in packaging during our time with the company. By expanding into new markets, broadening HCP’s reach in its home market of China and developing a range of exciting new product offerings through selective bolt-on acquisitions, we’re confident that the company is very well positioned to continue growing over the longer-term. We’re also proud to have overseen the transformation of HCP’s ESG and sustainability capabilities, including developing refillable PCR packages and utilizing sustainability-certified manufacturing facilities, which will leave a more sustainable and environmentally-friendly footprint going forward.”

The transaction is subject to customary regulatory approvals and is expected to close in Q3 2022.

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About HCP

From conception to manufacture, HCP Packaging is a global leader in the design, development, and manufacture of next generation primary packaging containers for the beauty industry. HCP’s product portfolio includes compacts and palettes, lipsticks and twist up sticks; mascara with expertise in molded & fiber brushes; lip gloss and concealer, pots, jars, and closures; pumps and droppers. Dedicated to sustainability, with world-class in-house finishing facilities, HCP enables brands to customize and transform packaging aesthetics with high quality and striking decoration. For more information on HCP, please visit the company’s website www.hcpackaging.com

About Carlyle

Carlyle (NASDAQ: CG) is a global investment firm with deep industry expertise that deploys private capital across three business segments: Global Private Equity, Global Credit and Global Investment Solutions. With $325 billion of assets under management as of March 31, 2022, Carlyle’s purpose is to invest wisely and create value on behalf of its investors, portfolio companies and the communities in which we live and invest. Carlyle employs nearly 1,900 people in 26 offices across five continents.

Carlyle’s buyout funds, including Carlyle Asia Partners and Carlyle Japan Partners, have well-established experience investing in the consumer and retail as well as manufacturing and industrial sectors, with investments in TOKIWA Corporation, Beautycounter, Golden Goose, Vogue, Novolex and Logoplaste among others. Globally, Carlyle has invested approximately US$25 billion of equity in over 135 deals in the consumer, media and retail sector and over US$30 billion of equity in more than 115 deals in the manufacturing and industrial sector as of March 31, 2022.

Further information is available at www.carlyle.com. Follow Carlyle on Twitter @OneCarlyle.

About BPEA

Baring Private Equity Asia (BPEA) is one of Asia's largest private alternative investment firms, with USD 21 billion of FPAUM. BPEA manages a private equity investment program, sponsoring buyouts and providing growth capital to companies for expansion or acquisitions with a particular focus on the Asia Pacific region, as well as dedicated funds focused on private real estate and private credit. The firm has a 25-year history and over 220 employees located across 10 offices in Beijing, Delhi, Hong Kong, London, Los Angeles, Mumbai, Singapore, Shanghai, Sydney, and Tokyo.

BPEA is a responsible investor that seeks to create value for all stakeholders through a sustainable approach to investing. The firm is a signatory to the UNPRI (United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment) and is committed to action within its own business and the companies in which it invests to drive sustainability across a range of issues, from climate change to social concerns to effective governance. For more information, please visit www.bpeasia.com.

Media contacts

HCP:
Cheryl Morgan
+44 1202 670099
cmorgan@hcpackaging.com

Carlyle:
Lonna Leong
+852 9023 1157
lonna.leong@carlyle.com

BPEA:
Fergus Herries
+852 3758 2685
fergus.herries@secnewgate.hk

Canada-based Husky introduces revolutionary HyPET HPP5e Recycled Melt to Preform system, which merges preform injection molding system with melt decontamination unit enabling closed-loop conversion of washed flake to preform packaging

Published: May 26, 2022 by Husky Technologies

Introduction marks the industry’s first system to facilitate the closed-loop conversion of washed flake to preform

Husky Technologies^TM, a pioneering technology provider enabling the delivery of essential needs to the global community, today announced the introduction of its revolutionary HyPET^®HPP5e Recycled Melt to Preform^TM (RMTP) system. With one system already running in the field and the second soon to be delivered, this development marks the successful integration of a preform injection molding system with melt decontamination unit – enabling the direct conversion of washed flake to preform.

“With today’s circular economy driving new package design and more efficient production, we are dedicated to working closely with our customers to ensure their products meet specific regional requirements, particularly around recycling and enabling recycled content in packaging,” said Robert Domodossola, Husky’s President of Rigid Packaging. “We are truly excited about the possibilities that our new RMTP^TM system presents. Its introduction further strengthens our commitment to sustainable PET packaging that is produced with an increasingly lower carbon footprint.”

NEXT STEP IN SUSTAINABLE, CLOSED-LOOP PACKAGING

Husky’s RMTP^TM technology is offered as a module of the company’s proven HyPET^®HPP5e high performance system designed to support the closed-loop conversion of washed flake to preform by accepting food approved grade melt from an upstream provider. By eliminating the drying and melting steps associated with traditional rPET preform manufacturing, this solution facilitates the effective production of packaging made from 100 percent rPET material, further supporting the circularity of PET.

By streamlining the process to bypass inhouse rPET pellet production and go directly from washed flake to preform, the new system enables producers to achieve 30 percent energy savings, helping to further lower production costs. In addition, the system is equipped with Husky’s Advantage+Elite^TM real-time proactive, predictive, transparent monitoring solution as a standard feature. Using the industry’s best processing analytics and service expertise, Advantage+Elite^TM connectivity reduces the variability risk associated with running higher levels of post-consumer-resin (PCR), thereby accelerating the shift to manufacture more circular, sustainable packaging with greater stability and assurance.

Investing in the production of sustainable packaging that supports the circular economy has long been a top priority for Husky and the new RMTP^TM system is the company’s most recent development enabling this initiative. With more systems in the field running rPET than any other supplier, Husky offers a suite of proven solutions, including system, tooling, auxiliaries and services, specifically engineered to help producers run higher percentages of rPET with confidence.

Learn more about Husky’s new HyPET^®HPP5e RMTP^TM system.

About Husky

Since 1953, Husky Technologies^TM has been pioneering technologies that enable the delivery of essential needs to the global community with industry-leading expertise and service. A global leader, Husky is powered by teams of exceptional people in more than 40 locations with valued customers who operate in over 140 countries. By focusing on sustainably sourced feedstocks, material reuse and the exclusive use of medical-grade polymers, Husky continues to be committed to enabling the circular economy now and into the future.

TekniPlex Consumer Products launches 100% PET Processor Trays that are recyclable, contain up to 50% recycled content; the trays are shatter-resistant, even in cold environments, and utilize Hidden Rim Technology, which prevents overwrap film from tearing

Published: May 26, 2022 by Tekni-Plex Inc.

TekniPlex Consumer Products has launched a new line of 100% PET Processor Trays offering premium product display while addressing common packaging challenges prevalent in the poultry industry – particularly higher-end products such as those labeled organic, non-GMO or sustainably sourced.

Notably, TekniPlex’s new trays are made of 100% PET, and contain up to 50% postindustrial recycled content. They also are 100% recyclable, appealing to consumers’ heightened sustainability sentiments.

“We are continuing to expand our overall material and product offerings to include more eco-minded solutions as our customers and their commitment to sustainability continue to drive industry-wide change,” said Jay Arnold, vice president and general manager. “PET is the most widely recycled and favorably viewed plastic in the eyes of the public, making it a great option to help our customers meet their goals.”

The trays’ heightened sustainability and attractive shelf appeal are complemented by premium performance, as they are designed to survive the rigors of the case-ready environment. TekniPlex’s PET trays are shatter-resistant even in harsh, cold environments – reducing breakage, product loss, leaks, and the risk of safety recalls.

During a year-long production campaign with a poultry processor, the trays showed no signs of cracking or breakage throughout the supply chain, providing outstanding protection.

“Our customers are looking for certain characteristics in next-generation solutions for the fresh foods industry,” said Arnold. “As their needs evolve, and consumer preferences shift, we’re excited to offer more solutions that align with our customers’ business goals for quality, efficiency, and more.”

TekniPlex’s PET Processor Trays utilize a proprietary innovative technique called Hidden Rim Technology, which prevents the overwrap film from tearing and creates freight and shipping efficiencies. Because the trays pack denser, customers can increase shipping volume per truck, reducing the number of truck trips needed. In the poultry test customer example mentioned above, the rim technology also yielded a 30% reduction in the number of worker hours needed to unload trucks.

“The cube advantage can provide fuel, cost, and time savings to customers while reducing the number of trucks on the road and freeing up valuable warehouse square footage at a time when real estate space is at a premium,” said Arnold.

TekniPlex’s PET Processor Trays are hassle-free to adopt, as they are a drop-in replacement for foam polystyrene trays. This means there is no need to update existing equipment or alter production processes.

The new PET Processor Trays are available in clear (natural), translucent colors, and opaque colors. Clear and translucent trays are accepted into the recycling stream at many material recovery facilities across the country. Additional tray sizes and hues are continuously in development to meet customer needs.

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About TekniPlex Consumer Products

TekniPlex Consumer Products specializes in advanced materials science solutions for companies in the food & beverage and CPG industries with a focus on protecting products, strengthening brands, and innovating sustainably. Trusted by companies around the world, TekniPlex Consumer Products serves sectors from beauty & personal care products, and household items to dairy, meat & poultry, eggs, produce, and beverages.

With an expanding selection of material-diverse solutions – bolstered in recent years, by a series of strategic acquisitions – TekniPlex Consumer Products is leading the way creating next-generation packaging designs that address real-world challenges in the markets it serves. Most notably, the company is focused on developing more sustainable solutions that continue to provide product safety and consumer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.tekni-plex.com/consumer

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Industry Roundup

Flexible Packaging

Manuela Fürst becomes new CFO of NEVEON, Greiner’s foam division; NEVEON offers PU flexible and composite foams
Greiner Packaging GMBH (01/31)

Sirane adds Earthcling Pallet Wrap to its range of sustainable packaging solutions; the product is both home and industrially compostable and suitable for both manual and machine wrapping processes
Sirane Ltd. (01/31)

Rigid Packaging

Hair care brand CENTRED selects Spectra’s 250ml Palma Oval and disc top closure, 100ml Non-aerosol Tubular and gloss overcap for its products; both packs are injection stretch blow molded in 100% PCR PET
Spectra Packaging Ltd. (01/31)

Corrugated Packaging

Klabin produces new packaging for Vedacit waterproofing additive for concretes, mortars; the new packaging is made from biodegradable corrugated board, reduces amount of plastic material, also reduces 'dead space' by 3:1, is lighter than original package
Brazil Business News (01/31)

Enterprise Folding Box looking to buy 2.1-acre piece of vacant land next to its facility in Buffalo, New York, for US$60,000; company produces folding and corrugated containers as well as takeout food boxes for pizza, chicken wings and bakery items
Buffalo News (01/31)

Boxes

Krispy Kreme launches Valentine’s Day collection, including four heart-shaped filled doughnuts and custom dozen box with two perforated, pop-out cards; new doughnut varieties include Beary Best Valentine, Bee Mine, Cookie to My Kreme, My Batter Half
The Fast Food Post (01/31)

Finnish retail chain Kesko reportedly replaces plastic packaging for tulips sold under its Pirkka private label with recyclable paperboard boxes by Stora Enso; with the move, Kesko will save 27 tonnes of plastic/year
M-Brain Nordic News (01/31)

Bottles

By 2025, 19 EU member states will have deposit return schemes for PET bottles; 1.7 million tonnes of recycled plastic flakes were produced in 2020, with 32% of feedstock used for trays and sheets, 29% used in food contact bottles, 24% for fibers: study
Natural Mineral Waters Europe AISBL (NMWE) (01/31)

Mexican Brewing Assn. says large number of craft brewers buy glass bottles from O-I Glass, which has been affected by a shortage of glass, pushing brewers to look to other suppliers, such as FEVISA; with lack of glass, producers have turned to cans
CE Noticias Financieras (01/31)

Cans

UK-based Artisan Drinks launches 200ml mixer cans to provide the market with the precise quantity of ready-to-pour mixer; cans feature art-deco inspired artwork, giving a premium look
Packaging News (01/31)

Crown receives Aluminium Stewardship Initiative certification for its Mexican beverage can operations; through the ASI Performance Standard, Crown Mexico is verified for responsible production, sourcing and stewardship of aluminum
Crown Holdings Inc. (01/31)

Retail Food Packaging

PepsiCo's packaged oats brand Quaker reveals new brand identity in the Indian market, changing its packaging design and adopting a new global logo; new pack comes with a QR code that gives consumers easy access to recipes on YouTube
Mint (01/31)

Retail Beverage Packaging

Czech brand Pilsner Urquell launching a new returnable bottle by Vetropack Moravia Glass; the bottle can be reused more than 40 times, features embossing, eliminates aluminum foil at the neck while the plastic labels have been replaced by paper ones
InPR (01/31)

Beauty Products Packaging

Beauty brands aim to reduce beauty waste by making shampoo bars, powder shampoo, using dissolvable packaging that can help reduce water use, plastic waste; multi-use makeup removers like reusable sponges, towels are more eco-friendly than single-use wipes
Business Insider (01/31)

Health Care & Medical Packaging

Amcor’s new AmSky monomaterial blister pack uses HDPE to form both sides, making it commonly accepted in curbside and store drop-off recycling programs; AmSky is designed to run on traditional packaging machines, outperforms PVC in high-moisture barrier
Packaging Strategies (01/31)

Cannabis Packaging

Diamond Packaging supplies FSC-certified, recycled-content and recyclable cartons for CBD products range by Colorado-based Charlotte’s Web; several of the cartons feature embossing and hot foil stamping, which provides an upscale appearance
Healthcare Packaging (01/31)

Agricultural Packaging

UK decides to exclude silage wrap from the £200/tonne tax for single-use plastic packaging for agriculture beginning in April; with the voluntary £60/tonne levy, farmers would have been taxed twice and faced increased costs, says Ulster Farmers’ Union
Farming Life (01/31)

Paper Packaging

Andritz starts up PrimeFlow AT headbox at Casalino Carta's paper mill in Rocca Grimalda, Italy, as part of PM1 rebuild for packaging paper; headbox provides improved jet quality, fiber dispersion and orientation control over a wide range of grades, speeds
Andritz (01/31)

Plastic Packaging

Alpla highlights PET recycling company IMER, its JV with Coca-Cola Mexico and Coca-Cola FEMSA; IMER works with some 370 small-scale PET collectors, and the rPET is bought by the beverage industry, film manufacturers and the textile industry
Alpla Werke Alwin Lehner GmbH & Co. KG (01/31)

Rwanda rejects appeal by manufacturers of single-use plastic, who had sought an extension of the grace period given to them to phase it out; the two-year grace period ended in September
AllAfrica (01/31)

Packaging Design

Amcor highlights lessons learned from two years of ecommerce packaging tests in its ISTA labs in the US, Belgium; Amcor says to design with tough conditions in mind and that 'the ideal ecommerce pack’ is one that is more sustainable, robust, lightweight
Amcor Plc (01/31)

Graphic Design/Graphic Printing

Cote d'Ivoire becomes first country in Africa to require plain packaging on tobacco products; the ‘life-saving public health measure’ should spur more African nations ‘to be bold in taking on Big Tobacco,’ says Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids
Targeted News Service (01/31)

Labels, Displays & ID Technologies

Gmund Papier, VPF are developing first self-adhesive label stock made from 100% European hemp fiber, a sustainable paper alternative to conventional papers made of wood; hemp has four to five times the yield of a forest of same size, grows quickly
Label & Narrow Web (01/31)

NFL, Zebra Technologies to discuss real-time player, ball tracking with RFID technology at Super Bowl during press conference on Feb. 9, at Super Bowl LVI Media Center, LA Convention Center
Zebra Technologies Corp. (01/31)

Packaging & Containers

Danish government reportedly proposes EPR plan for packaging waste in an effort to secure more climate-friendly packaging and cut packaging consumption; if the proposal is passed, around 41,000 companies would be affected
M-Brain Nordic News (01/31)

Virginia House panel scraps proposals to impose a packaging fee on manufacturers; forest products businesses had argued that paper companies already have successful buyback programs, and industry representatives also warned of higher prices for consumers
Virginia Mercury (01/31)

Henkel installs a KHS stretch blow molder at its site in Wassertrudingen, Germany; the machine has a capacity of 21,700 bottles/hour, is designed to reduce weight for PET bottles and increase percentage of recyclate used
Packaging News (01/31)

Food & Beverage

Confectionery & Sweet Snacks

Chick-fil-A brings back Valentine's Day-themed Heart-Shaped Trays for limited time; trays include choice of either 30 Chick-fil-A Nuggets, 12 Chocolate Fudge Brownie halves, six Chocolate Chunk Cookies or 10 Chick-n-Minis, during breakfast hours only
The Fast Food Post (01/31)

YouTube creator MrBeast launches Feastables, his own better-for-you snacking brand rooted in gamified experiences; first launch is MrBeast Bar, a gluten-free chocolate bar made with four ingredients, including organic cocoa, available in three flavors
PR Newswire (01/31)

Cereal Products

Natural breakfast foods brand Purely Elizabeth closes US$50M Series B financing round co-led by SEMCAP Food & Nutrition division, joined by Swander Pace Capital, Fresh Del Monte; funds will drive growth via product innovation, e-commerce, marketing
PR Newswire (01/31)

PepsiCo's Quaker oatmeal brand creates limited-edition six-packs for Super Bowl; six mini canisters each hold packet of Quaker Instant Oats to help football fans 'pregrain' on game day
PR Newswire (01/31)

Meat & Poultry

Grocery store Homeland plans new full-service location in northern Oklahoma City, opening fall 2023; organizers say store will feature fresh meat, produce, deli and fresh meal options, as well as serving as a gathering place for the community
Global Data Point (01/31)

Wells Fargo estimates price of Super Bowl parties could be up to 14% higher versus 2021, especially for anything meat-related, as chicken wings are running up to 26% higher, steaks up 23%, hamburgers up 17%; soda up as much as 12%, but chips up only 1%
FinancialPress (01/31)

Coffee

Commentary: Soaring coffee prices could become increasingly frequent as temperatures rise due to climate change; by 2050, areas highly suitable for coffee cultivation could be reduced by 54%-60%, size of those moderately suitable could decrease by 31%-41%
CE Noticias Financieras (01/31)

Folgers launches campaign that embraces 172-year-old coffee brand's 'bad reputation,' will be deployed across TV, online video and streaming audio channels, social media; series of four 15-second spots directly address various misconceptions about brand
Ad Age (01/31)

Packaged Foods

Smucker completes divestment of its natural beverage and grains businesses to Nexus Capital in cash transaction valued at US$110M; deal includes RW Knudsen, TruRoots assets, licensing agreement for Santa Cruz Organic beverages, some factories
PR Newswire (01/31)

LIVEKINDLY Collective announces LikeMeat's Like Chick'n Wings now available nationwide at over 3,600 Walmart stores; LIVEKINDLY Collective entered US market last year, has since launched two plant-based food brands--No Meat and LikeMeat
Business Wire (01/31)

Non-Alcoholic Beverages

ZOA Energy launches two new flavors--White Peach, Tropical Punch--of ZOA zero-sugar carbonated energy drinks made with antioxidants, vitamins, caffeine from green tea, green coffee; Molson Coors owns minority stake in ZOA, co-founded by Dwayne Johnson
Entertainment Close - Up (01/31)

Kirin Holdings renews Tropicana W Orange Blend, an orange-based blend of apple, pineapple juice that contains multivitamins B1, B6, C, minerals like potassium; demand for fruit juices that provide nutritional components rising among 30- to 40-year-old men
Contify Retail News (01/31)

Alcoholic Beverages

Busch Light to feature Grammy winning saxophonist Kenny G in Super Bowl ad, marking first time Busch Light will have major presence in game in five years; spot features Kenny G performing modern version of Busch Light’s 1979 vintage jingle
Anheuser-Busch InBev NV (01/31)

Diageo CEO says post-pandemic 'growth is coming much faster than we expected,' but company has navigated supply-chain challenges 'quite well'; others are revisiting supply chains, bringing things closer to home, instead of shipping components around world
just-drinks (01/31)

Personal Care

Cosmetics

US Bankruptcy Court approves sale process for BH Cosmetics' intellectual property, inventory, furniture, fixtures, equipment, unexpired contracts, related tangible assets
PR Newswire (01/31)

Soaps, Bath & Shower Products

Lush launches Valentine's Day collection with eight products, including Big Eggplant Bath Bomb, bubble bar called Kim the Carrot, strawberry-scented Heart Shower Jelly; gift sets include Self Love Club, Get That Fruity Feeling, Lots of Love
PopSugar Inc. (01/31)

Personal Care

Black beauty brand Madam C.J. Walker relaunches with new products, brand overhaul that includes new name--Madam by Madam C.J. Walker; acquired by Unilever under Sundial Brands in 2017, brand targeting Gen Z consumers with new ads to support relaunch
Ad Age (01/31)

Sundial Brands debuts MADAM by Madam C.J. Walker, a hair-care brand designed for women of color, launching at 3,000 Walmart stores, on Walmart.com; 11-product range includes scalp balm, serum, shampoo, three conditioners, curl cream, gel, heat spray, more
PR Newswire (01/31)

Pet Care

Pet Food

Freeze-dried pet food firm Pawfect Pet Food acquires India-based wet pet food brand Fresh for Paws, with goals to expand brand's footprint to EU and UK in the next quarter; Pawfect's portfolio currently available in 15 countries, including US and Vietnam
Businessworld (01/31)

US-based independent retailer Phillips Pet Food & Supplies becomes pet supplement brand Zesty Paws' first national distributor; 20 of brand's products, which include Hemp Elements Orastix, will be available at retailer's 12 distribution centers this month
PR Newswire (01/31)

Pet Care Products

Animal health firm W.F. Young and wholesale distributor Pet Food Experts expand partnership to add brands for nationwide distribution; W.F. Young owns The Missing Link, Pet Kelp supplement lines and Silver Honey line of topical skin, wound care products
Pet Plus Magazine (01/31)

Active dog gear company EzyDog introduces new X-Link harness, which provides security and freedom of movement for dog's front legs; harness available in five sizes in blue, red, black, purple and olive through website or phone order
Pet Plus Magazine (01/31)

Pet Care

Pet CBD brand Treatibles introduces revolving pegboard counter display for retailers to use at POP or in aisle; displays are free with purchase of 36 units and can be filled with intro packs of Treatibles, which help support pet mood, digestion and joints
Pet Plus Magazine (01/31)

Petco to bring pet products to Lowe's by early February with store-in-store pilot in Alamo Ranch, Texas; products such as food, beds and toys will be available at 14 additional Lowe's stores in Texas, North Carolina and South Carolina by end of March
USA Today Online (01/31)

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Fitch: French OTC medicine market expected to be worth €6.8B in 2022, up 3% year-over-year, and this figure could hit €7.4B by 2026; growth driven by mixture of increased liberalization of the segment, de-reimbursement of prescription pharmaceuticals
Fitch Solutions Sector Intelligence (01/31)

Prescription Drugs

Kite, a Gilead company, announces FDA approval of updated prescribing information for oral Yescarta to include use of prophylactic corticosteroids across all approved indications
Gilead Sciences Inc. (01/31)

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Moderna announces full FDA approval of its SPIKEVAX mRNA COVID-19 vaccine; company highlights 807 million doses shipped globally in 2021
Moderna Inc. (01/31)

Preclinical research is expected within a few months to investigate potential of hemp compounds to block coronavirus from entering human cells, according to Oregon State University scientist who led the initial research
Oregon State University (01/31)

Health Care & Wellness

National Health Investors to fund US$28.5M development loan to construct The Courtyard of Fitchburg, a 108-unit assisted living and memory care community in Fitchburg, Wisconsin; community will be operated by Encore Senior Living
Accesswire (01/31)

COVID at-home rapid tests using nasal swabs have 98% sensitivity, compared to 49% for oral swabs; research based on simultaneous nasal and oral rapid antigen tests using BinaxNOW and RT-PCR tests: University of California San Francisco
San Francisco Chronicle (01/31)

Tobacco, Cannabis & Derivatives

New York state cannabis businesses await final regulations and licenses before anyone can begin selling in the state; no municipality can overrule statewide legalization of marijuana use but can put restrictions on dispensaries and lounges
Times Union (01/31)

Ampong US cannabis industry operators, 42% say they are turning a profit; 72% of operators say lack of legal banking is their biggest concern: survey
PR Newswire (01/31)

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JPMorgan: Electric vehicles are no longer the main way to compare carmakers, as self-driving cars will be the main race over coming years; Daimler, Stellantis, Renault, Volkswagen will benefit most from this trend, and are key picks among traditional OEMs
Proactive Investors (01/31)

Commentary: Tesla CEO may see self-driving cars, humanoid robots as most important products in 2022-2023, but even if technology works, Tesla would face rigorous scrutiny from regulators, and using robots is wrong approach for dangerous, repetitive tasks
Reuters (01/31)

Agricultural Products & Raw Foods

Economist: If everyone were vegan, only 25% current farmland would be needed, while a diet that avoids cattle/sheep meat would cut land use 50%; shift from animal to plant production could mean more food per acre, and surplus land may be used for forestry
The Economist: Graphic detail (01/31)

Rising US Midwest farmland values being driven by high prices paid for key commodity crops, plentiful recent harvests, low interest rates, optimism; farmland nationally was up 7% in 2021 but that does not include H2, when prices in many areas took off
Daily Oklahoman (01/31)

Logistics, Shipping & Delivery

Indiana ports expanding: Burns Harbor to add shipping berths, truck marshalling yard, multimodal cargo terminal; Jeffersonville to complete railroad, intermodal projects this spring; Mount Vernon gained new rail switching operator in November
Ports of Indiana (01/31)

DHL to invest US$15M in robotics solutions firm Boston Dynamics to equip select North American facilities over next three years with Stretch, a robot designed to automate unloading process in distribution centers; deployment of units to begin in spring
Deutsche Post AG (DHL) (01/31)

Stock

Latest: Jan, 31 2022	Latest Value	Prev	Chg	YOY Chg
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Amcor Plc (AMCR)	12.01	11.94	0.59%	9.78%
Aptar (ATR)	117.30	115.05	1.96%	-11.78%
Ardagh Group SA (ARD)	24.75	24.75	0.00%	45.59%
Ball (BLL)	97.10	93.50	3.85%	10.32%
Berry Plastics (BERY)	67.42	67.03	0.58%	36.56%
Crown Holdings (CCK)	114.40	111.95	2.19%	26.90%
DS Smith PLC (SMDS) :LON	372.60	377.20	-1.22%	1.44%
Gerresheimer AG (GXI) :ETR	77.95	74.90	4.07%	-11.07%
Huhtamaki Oyj (HUH1V) :HEL	34.58	34.43	0.44%	-15.49%
International Paper (IP)	48.25	47.18	2.27%	-4.09%
Owens Illinois (OI)	13.31	13.06	1.91%	5.30%
PCA (PKG)	150.63	145.55	3.49%	12.03%
Pactiv Evergreen Inc. (PTVE)	10.95	10.77	1.67%	-22.51%
Sealed Air (SEE)	67.92	67.88	0.06%	60.68%
Silgan (SLGN)	44.78	44.50	0.63%	22.92%
Smurfit Kappa Group Public Ltd Co-O (SKG):LON	3,845.00	3,860.00	-0.39%	9.48%
Sonoco (SON)	56.64	56.73	-0.16%	-2.19%
Transcontinental Inc. (TCL.A.CA)	21.10	21.16	-0.28%	2.83%
WestRock Co. (WRK)	46.16	44.42	3.92%	11.42%

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