AIP August 2024 eNewsletter

Platinum People Solutions: Sales Manager – Vic. & Tas. Flexible Packaging.

• 'Hunter' of new business opportunities

• Forge & develop long-term relationships

• Competitive Package inc. uncapped commission

• Highly supportive cultur e & engaged senior management team

Exceeding 25 + years, our client markets, builds and supports the long-term functionality and reliability of an impressive European portfolio of high-end food packaging systems & technologies Specialising in rigid and flexible packaging solutions, key customer segments include Meat, Ready Meals, Snacking-onthe-go, Produce, Bakery & Dairy

This exciting and highly rewarding career development opportunity in Melbourne reports to the Sales Manager�

The major key responsibilities include:

• Development & implementation of sales strategies and achieve budgets for Victoria and Tasmania

• Sales reporting & CRM maintenance

• Completing regular customer visits

• Attending trade shows, industry exhibitions, product training & networking events

• Consistently build str ong customer & OEM relationships

• Regularly complete market & competitor analysis

• Continuously assess the market for emer ging product and services projects, after sales and rigid packaging opportunities

• Addressing challenges efficiently within the assigned customer territories

• Maintaining a current knowledge of technologies provided by OEM’s

• Proactively reading technical updates and attending online OEM training

• Administration duties – preparing project estimates and reviewing quotations

• Other adhoc duties

Th e critical personality and general competency traits supporting your success in this position include professional presentation supported by solid selfconfidence and sound communication skills � You will demonstrate a high level of professional tenacity, resilience & self-motivation � A strong attention to detail, a logical & process driven mindset with strong problem-solving skills and an engaging team style is expected � You are holistically enthusiastic, hands on and results and deadline driven� You are also an inquisitive person who seeks to learn continuously and take pride in the organisation you represent� You also strive to minimise waste and assist your customers to achieve optimal operational performance, long term sustainability, quality and growth�

Tertiary (Engineering, Sales or Business) or Trade Qualifications are desirable General competency with MS Office including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and Excel is required�

Ideally, you will demonstrate impressive sales success and technical competence within either capital equipment, materials handling, perishable or hygienic product manufacturing, process or industrial automation or packaging (rigid or flexible) applications. You will be competent in selling solutions into high volume and time critical production environments

You will possess a full & current driver’s licence� PLEASE APPLY TODAY

2024 AIP CAREER & SALARY SURVEY NOW OPEN

If you are looking to better understand careers, salaries, employment & education of packaging professionals in Australasia then complete the 2024 survey today.

Experience

• 41% of the total respondents have more than 20 year’s experience in the packaging industry.

• This is an indication of longevity and stable career pathways within the industry.

Do you have any of the following packaging-related degrees?

• 27% of the respondents have a Diploma in Packaging Technology, 11% have a Certificate in Packaging, 10% have completed the Master of Food & Packaging Innovation, and 10% the Fundamentals of Packaging Technology.

The AIP is pleased to advise that the 2024 Salary & Career Survey is now open for the Australasian Region; Australia, New Zealand and Asia. The annual survey and findings report has been developed in partnership with sister-association the IoPP.

This year’s Salary Survey – the only survey in the Australasian Region dedicated exclusively to benchmarking salaries and employment trends within the packaging industry – will provide a clear look into roles, experience, education, career satisfaction, challenges and salaries of packaging professionals.

The AIP is seeking input from packaging professionals to ensure that we can develop a definitive resource for our industry for the region.

With just a few minutes of your time, your thoughtful responses to the survey’s open-ended questions, will contribute to this important industry staple. The results from the survey will be made in to the 2024 AIP Salary & Career report and will cover roles, education, experience, career satisfaction, concerns and salaries. The report created from this survey does more than report your salary; it touches on your current employment status, educational factors, future career prospects and more.

Those who complete the confidential survey will receive the final 2024 report from the AIP for free.

The deadline to complete this survey is Friday 27 September 2024

Thank you in advance for your valuable input and we look forward to the results. Please extend this invitation to all of your colleagues across the region.

To complete the confidential survey please click here https://forms.gle/FJiyjHLV2JkLxv6f8

2023 AIP Career & Salary Survey report now available: Request your copy today

For the third consecutive year the AIP has released the key findings from the 2023 Career & Salary Survey for the Food, Beverage and Pharmaceutical industries. The survey covers Australia, New Zealand & Asia and all roles within these industries.

According to AIP Executive Director, Nerida Kelton FAIP, the 2023 Career & Salary Survey report was developed in partnership with the IoPP, to provide a more detailed breakdown of the people who make up the industry including their roles, education, experience, career satisfaction, concerns and salaries

“The 2023 Career & Salary report has some interesting findings and certainly highlights one of the key challenges that the industry has right now which is upskilling industry professionals in the science and technical side of all materials and pack formats ” Mrs Kelton said�

AIP Education Director Prof Pierre Pienaar FAIP, CCPL, added that ‘The AIP 2023 Career & Salary Report allows business, jobseekers and those hiring to make informed employment decisions�’

“If you are growing your team or simply need to retain the talent you have, then for employers the AIP Career & Salary Report gives you the insights you need to have the right team in place to keep your business moving in the right direction,” he said�

“The results in the 2023 AIP Career & Salary report indicate that although well qualified, i e post graduate degrees, we still have large gaps in the industry where many are not qualified in the science, engineering and/or technology in packaging�

What is your highest level of education?

• 51% of the total respondents have a Graduate Degree and 26% have an Undergraduate Degree.

• This is a continued indication that the industry is highly educated with degree level qualifications.

2023

AIP CAREER & SALARY REPORT

We need to see more of those working in the packaging industry, undertaking courses such as the Certificate in Packaging Technology, Diploma in Packaging Technology, the Fundamentals in Packaging Technology course and undergraduate & post graduate degrees in packaging disciplines This will go a long way in improving the overall knowledge, improving the skillset in the industry, and to ensure that a technical knowledge void is filled with suitably qualified people� We need more people in packaging that have the qualified technical knowledge to make informed decisions” Prof Pienaar said

Just some of the Key Findings:

• 41% of the total respondents have more than 20 years’ experience in the packaging industry� This is an indication of longevity and stable career pathways within the industry

• 51% of the total respondents have a Graduate Degree and 26% have an Undergraduate Degree This is a continued indication that the industry is highly educated with degree level qualifications�

• 27% of the respondents have a Diploma in Packaging Technology, 11% have a Certificate in Packaging, 10% have completed the Master of Food & Packaging Innovation, and 10% the Fundamentals of Packaging Technology�

• 46% of the total respondents work in Food followed by 12% in packaging materials 10% indicated that they work in the Beverage industry�

• 30% of the total respondents indicated that they work in Packaging Technology/Design This was followed by Sales & Business Development at 17 0%, and then 16 0% in Research & Development

• 46% of the total respondents feel very secure with their job, while 29% are ‘somewhat secure’

Experience

• 41% of the total respondents have more than 20 year’s experience in the packaging industry.

• This is an indication of longevity and stable career pathways within the industry.

AIP Members can access the full 2023 AIP Career & Salary Survey report by emailing info@aipack com au with their request for a copy

An executive summary is also available to the wider industry http://aipack com au/2023-aip-career-salarysurvey-report-now-available-for-aip-members/

Do you have any of the following packagingrelated degrees?

• 2 7% of the respondents have a Diploma in Packaging Technology, 11% have a Certificate in Packaging, 10% have completed the Master of Food & Packaging Innovation, and 10% the Fundamentals of Packaging Technology.

AIP TRAINING COURSES

Courses in Portfolio

The AIP runs over 30 training courses covering a broad range of packaging-related topics across Australia, New Zealand and the wider Asian Region. The courses are designed to fill knowledge gaps and to keep you updated with current information on packaging. All of the training courses are written and presented by qualified experts within their respective fields and are people who are currently working in the packaging industry.

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The AIP would like to congratulate our latest Diploma in Packaging Technology Graduates, James Walker Dip.Pkg. Tech. MAIP, a Technical Service Manager & Sustainability Ambassador, Metsa Board and Marian O'Leary Dip. Pkg.Tech. MAIP, Senior Packaging Technologist, Fonterra Oceania. Internationally recognised as the premier qualification in the packaging industry the Diploma in Packaging Technology is a Level 5 PIABC, 51-credit foundation degreelevel qualification that prepares students to take responsibility for packaging operations at any level through the supply chain and can also lead to higher level study. James and Marian kindly shared with the AIP what they learnt during their studies...

1. What is your current role? What are your areas of responsibility?

James: Currently I am based in Singapore working for Metsa Board as a Technical Service Manager & Sustainability Ambassador role, taking care of the APAC region So I take care of markets from Australia & New Zealand, right up through Asia (except China) to India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh I am responsible for providing technical service to our brand owner and converter customers� The primary accountabilities of the position are proactive support of customers and Sales through direct customer interaction, coordination of the mill/technical response to customers regarding technical services requests, trials, claims and product and sales inquiries� Support performance selling, looking to support customers to lightweight materials, whilst maintaining excellence converting efficiency�

In secondary role, as Sustainability Ambassador for APAC – I act as the first point of contact for customers and colleagues on sustainability matters in the region Then liaise with Sustainability team in our head office in Finland� We provide Sustainability support to our customers by providing Product Carbon Footprint data, Life Cycle Assessment comparisons, Forest certification information and extensive product safety details

Marian: I am currently a Senior Packaging Technologist at Fonterra Oceania � I am responsible for implementing packaging solutions for new product development, optimising packaging structures to improve efficiencies and working to meet Fonterra’s sustainability targets for packaging Lately, I have been focused on several projects in the cheese and butter space

2. What does graduating from the Diploma in Packaging Technology mean to you?

James: It is a bit of a relief, but also gives a great sense of achievement � The course is quite intensive and it has taken me close to 4 years (and 2 kids later) to finish

Marian: Graduating from the Diploma of Packaging Technology degree has expanded my knowledge of the different materials and processes available in the packaging world It has also given me the confidence and technical knowledge foundation required to help problem solve packaging related issues and offer solutions at a site level �

3. How will you apply this knowledge moving forward?

James: I am a Gravure Printer by trade, and my experience within the packaging industry has always been fibre carton based This degree gives me a far better understanding of other packaging materials and a formal qualification to support my near 20 years experience in the printing and packaging industry

James Walker Dip.Pkg.Tech. MAIP Technical Service Manager & Sustainability Ambassador Metsa Board

Marian O'Leary Dip.Pkg.Tech. MAIP Senior Packaging Technologist Fonterra Oceania

Diploma in Packaging Technology

James: In my current role, this degree has given me more confidence in discussions with customers and a full understanding of the packaging process and the multitude of various elements which can be involved � The knowledge I have gained increases the level of support I am able to offer to our customers

Marian: I can now apply the theoretical knowledge gained to practical applications and processes within Fonterra � I am more comfortable taking on new projects within categories I have not been exposed to previously and hope to share what I have learned with my peers

4. Do you have any advice on why other people should complete the Diploma in Packaging Technology?

James: Personally, I have found the knowledge I have gained through this degree very valuable and insightful If you are working in the packaging industry and want to expand your process and materials knowledge, I would recommend this degree From the research I did before starting the degree, there is not really anything else that offers this level of detail �

Marian: Completing the Diploma gives you a solid foundation and step into the packaging world � For those already in this field, the degree gives you a better understanding and depth of knowledge to progress further and to play an active part in transitioning to more sustainable packaging and formats within the workplace �

5. So where to from here for your career?

James: I will continue in my role at Metsa Board and look to use the knowledge gained to get involved in more projects within our company and with customers� I believe that now I have completed the DIploma it will give me opportunities for different packaging positions in the future, be it in Asia or back in Australia or New Zealand

Marian: I hope to continue building and expanding my knowledge of packaging, particularly in the flexible packaging space I also hope to play a bigger part in AIP and encourage the next generation of packaging technologists in our region �

6. Will you consider applying to become a Certified Packaging Professional as your next professional development stage?

James: I believe I will look at applying for CPP whilst the knowledge is still fresh in my mind I definitely think it wouldn’t hurt to have an additional qualification �

Marian: After a little break and time with the young ones, I will pursue becoming a CPP

The Diploma in Packaging Technology has been designed to take in to account the experiences of training through the pandemic and the results of research undertaken on the ideal learner journey The course is comprised of short, bite-sized modules that you can study at a time and pace to suit you on a variety of devices

WHY STUDY THE DIPLOMA IN PACKAGING TECHNOLOGY?

Completion of the Diploma in Packaging Technology demonstrates your commitment to your career and to the industry�

Students who successfully complete the Diploma in Packaging Technology are equipping themselves for progression within the packaging industry to a position where they can assume responsibility for packaging in a company at any point in the supply chain

Diploma in Packaging Technology Graduates from Metsa Board & Fonterra

DIPLOMA IN PACKAGING TECHNOLOGY

Internationally recognised as the premier qualification in the packaging industry.

The Diploma in Packaging Technology is a Level 5 PIABC, 51-credit foundation degree- level qualification that prepares students to take responsibility for packaging operations at any level through the supply chain and can also lead to higher level study. What’s in it for me?

Completion of the Diploma in Packaging Technology demonstrates your commitment to your career and to the industry. Students who successfully complete the course and achieve the qualification are equipping themselves for senior positions within the packaging industry.

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2024 AUSTRALASIAN PACKAGING INNOVATION & DESIGN ( PIDA ) AWARDS 2024 WINNERS

WINNERS ANNOUNCED FOR 2024 AUSTRALASIAN PACKAGING INNOVATION

& DESIGN ( PIDA ) AWARDS

Winners for the 2024 round of the annual Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards have been announced at a gala awards evening at the Shangri-La, The Rocks, Sydney on the 16th of August.

Coordinated by the AIP, the PIDA awards are designed to recognise companies and individuals who are making a significant difference in their field across Australia and New Zealand�

The Packaging Innovation & Design of the Year company awards recognise organisations that have designed innovative packaging within six categories:

1� Food Packaging Design

2� Beverage Packaging Design

3 Health, Beauty & Wellness Packaging Design

There are four special awards also available:

1 Marketing Design

2� Accessible & Inclusive Packaging Design

There are five individual people categories:

1� Packaging Technologist

2� Industry Packaging Professional

3 Young Packaging Professional

4� Domestic & Household Packaging Design

5� Labelling & Decoration Design

6 Outside of the Box Design

3 Save Food Packaging Design

4� Sustainable Packaging Design

4� ABA Scholarships - Certificate in Packaging

5� ABA Scholarship - Diploma in Packaging Technology

+ 2024 AIP President's Award

The PIDA Awards are also the exclusive feeder program for Australia and New Zealand for the prestigious WorldStar Packaging Awards run by the World Packaging Organisation � All 2024 PIDA winners will be automatically eligible for entry into the 2025 WorldStar Packaging Awards competition�

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& DESIGN ( PIDA ) AWARDS

2024 FOOD PACKAGING DESIGN

The Food Packaging Design Award recognises organisations that have designed innovative packaging materials, packaging within food packaging including fresh, frozen or other.

GOLD WINNER

The 2024 Food Packaging Design gold winner is koor (Jean-Francois Roiron)

FOOD PACKAGING GOLD WINNER

koor’s mission is clear: replace singleuse plastics with a smarter refillable, reusable and more sustainable alternative � koor is not just a food container; it is a lifestyle upgrade � Whether you are meal or lunchbox prepping, or on the go, koor has your back - sustainability, simplicity, and style—koor ticks all the boxes �

By buying food in bulk, sourcing locally, and embracing homemade meals, families can stretch their budgets and koor becomes an ally in the quest for affordable, sustainable living Koor is designed to save $480 per year per person by buying the same yoghurt in pots, compared to in pouches �

koor’s ingenious design ensures continuous reusability and the replaceable components extend the packaging’s lifespan When koor eventually reaches the end of its journey, its recyclable materials can be responsibly processed

FOOD PACKAGING SILVER WINNER

The 2024 Food Packaging Design silver winner is Amorette Premium Mandarins Paper Bag (Costa Group + The Packaging Hippie)

SILVER WINNER

BRONZE WINNERS

The 2024 Food Packaging Design bronze winners are

FOOD PACKAGING BRONZE WINNER

Masterfoods Squeezy PET Sauce bottles (Wellman Packaging + Mars Food)

Deli Cuts (Don Smallgoods)

PACKAGING

The 2024 Food Packaging Design high commendation award winners

Woolworths Pad-free rPET Trays with 'Leave Attached' Film for kerbside recycling (Pact Group + Woolworths + Hilton Foods) Watch the

Bars To Paper Wrap (Mars Wrigley Australia)

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INNOVATION & DESIGN ( PIDA ) AWARDS

2024 BEVERAGE PACKAGING DESIGN

The 2024 Beverage Packaging Design award recognises organisations have designed innovative packaging materials, packaging within packaging for liquid or dry tea, coffee, water and soft drinks including wine, beer and spirits.

GOLD WINNER

The 2024 Beverage Packaging Design gold winner is IMH (Integrally Moulded Handle) Bottle (Integrated

Plastics)

B EVERAGE PACKAGIN G GOLD WINNER

READ THE WINNER'S FULL STORY HERE

Integrated Plastics IMH (integrally moulded handle) PET bottle is the world’s first PET bottle with an integrally moulded ‘through’ handle�

The attraction is that the IMH bottle can be designed to replicate existing packaging designs but in fully recyclable, 100% PCR compatible food grade PET/rPET polymer with the additional benefit of requiring no separation at the recycler The handle design allows for a broad range of size and shape options

During the design phase the bottle and handle can be customised to optimise functionality of handle design and ensure it is aesthetically correct, ergonomically functional and fits the hand of the ‘typical’ consumer

IMH bottle moulding process differs in that IMH preforms and bottles are moulded in a high speed 2 stage ISBM process This process allows for centralisation of preform manufacturing and in-line blowing at the filling location�

Transport of Preforms reduces total freight costs by up to 350% and greatly reduces total carbon footprint when compared to shipping empty bottles�

WINNER

The 2024 Beverage Packaging Design silver winner is Fleurieu Milk Company - Refillable Glass Bottle (Cutler Brands)

B EVERAGE PACKAGIN G SILVER WINNER

WINNER

The 2024 Beverage Packaging Design bronze winner is Thermocup (Wellman Packaging)

PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR winning video here. B EVERAGE PACKAGIN G BRONZE WINNER

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INNOVATION & DESIGN ( PIDA ) AWARDS

2024 HEALTH, BEAUTY & WELLNESS PACKAGING DESIGN

The 2024 Health, Beauty & Wellness Packaging Design award recognises organisations that have designed innovative packaging materials, packaging within cosmetics, toiletries, personal hygiene, supplements, vitamins, perfumes, hair body and oralcare and covers packaging of all medicines including OTC and medical equipment packaging.

GOLD WINNER

HEALTH, BEAUTY & WELLNESS PACKAGING GOLD WINNER

The

2024 Health, Beauty & Wellness Packaging Design gold winner is Only Good Hand & Body Wash (Apex Brands) from New Zealand

Only Good went through a significant re-brand and packaging overhaul, to reclaim the position as the go-to ‘only good’ personal wash range in the New Zealand grocery market

The new bottle design was to create a strong point of difference and to be seen as Only Good, inside and out

The simplistic bottle and artwork design combined with the desire to remove single use plastic wherever possible, led to the artwork being screen printed directly on to the bottle, removing the need for a plastic label

The Only Good team also worked closely with partners at Forward Plastics to create a sustainable and responsible alternative to virgin plastic packaging�

Bottle design, material and finish have been carefully considered utilising a range of different

HDPE options, such as Sugar Cane HDPE and Recycled HDPE across all products�

In addition, all hand washes are available in an economical 600ml refill format The Pump lid and mechanism has also been designed for multiple repeat uses

HEALTH, BEAUTY & WELLNESS PACKAGING SILVER WINNER

The 2024 Health, Beauty & Wellness Packaging Design silver winner is Ezypour + Refill (Thankyou + Caps & Closures)

HEALTH, BEAUTY & WELLNESS PACKAGING BRONZE WINNER

The 2024 Health, Beauty & Wellness Packaging Design bronze winner is 100% Paper Sachet for BrocShot (Close the Loop)

SILVER WINNER

BRONZE WINNER

2024 DOMESTIC & HOUSEHOLD PACKAGING DESIGN

The Domestic & Household award recognises organisations that have designed innovative packaging materials, packaging within domestic and household items, toys, stationary, gifts, clothing, garden equipment, decorating and pets.

WINNER

The 2024 Domestic & Household Packaging Design gold winner is koor (Jean-Francois Roiron)

& HOUSEHOLD PACKAGIN G GOLD WINNER

koor’s unique design elevates reuse and redesign principles, minimise single plastic usage and creates a more sustainable solution This unique start-up has been recognised at the 2024 PIDA awards with two gold awards and we look forward to seeing this company go from strength to strength

The 2024 Domestic & Household Packaging Design silver winner is Whistler - Avian Intelligence Birdfood Range for Fibrecycle (Zipform Packaging) SILVER WINNER

DOMESTIC & HOUSEHOLD PACKAGIN G

BRONZE WINNER

DOMESTIC & HOUSEHOLD PACKAGIN G DESIGN OF THE YEAR

DOMESTIC & HOUSEHOLD PACKAGIN G HIGH COMMENDATION HIGH COMMENDATION WINNERS

The 2024 Domestic & Household Packaging Design high commendation award winners Zero Triple Strike Garden Weedkiller Concentrate (Yates)

The 2024 Domestic & Household Packaging Design bronze winner is Green Action Dishwashing Liquid 500ml (TrendPac) Watch the DOMESTIC & HOUSEHOLD PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR winning video here. EzyLug + Coconut Oil (Melrose + Caps & Closures)

INNOVATION & DESIGN ( PIDA ) AWARDS

2024 LABELLING & DECORATION DESIGN

The 2024 Labelling & Decoration Design Award recognises the addition of content to a pack which creates a unique or innovative appearance, function or communication. This may include labels, sleeves, tags, coding/markings, etching, directly applied inks or by any other similar process.

GOLD WINNER

WINNER

The 2024 Labelling & Decoration Design gold winner is WhistlerAvian Intelligence Birdfood Range for Fibrecycle (Zipform Packaging)

With 'People, Pet, Planet' as their guiding principle, Fibrecycle recognises that environmental sustainability is rapidly becoming the #1 issue for many companies globally and it was clear that a sustainable packaging solution was required for their updated Whistler bird food range�

Zipform Packaging's innovative non-round shaped rigid composite pack provided not only a sustainable solution, but also an innovative storage cannister for bird food�

This is the first time a linear formed composite pack has been used in the bird food category

The Zipform Packaging pack utilised for this range consists of over 90% fibre content, including >60%

post-consumer recycled content which in conjunction with a water-based adhesive and paperboard base creates a primary pack which is kerbside recyclable�

The shape also provides an improved inbound and outbound logistics outcome versus a round equivalent, delivering over 10% savings due to the packing efficiency of this shape The non round overcap provides an excellent close/reclose system for the pack�

A QR code was also integrated onto the back of pack to direct consumers to the Whistler Website

The Australasian Recycling Label (ARL) has been used on pack to reflect the kerbside recyclability of the pack and the fibre overcap The lidding film that issued for sealing post filling is also recyclable and the ARL reflecting this is ‘check locally’

The new design is a celebration of the brilliance of birds Their noise, movement and song are captured through a dynamic radial illustration of leaves, seeds and musical notes that burst from the brandmark� The mid-blue range colour references nature and sky, but also grounds the design by cueing authority and trust

2024 WINNERS

SILVER WINNER

The 2024 Labelling & Decoration Design silver winner is Sealed Air Personalised Smart Pouch (Sealed Air New Zealand)

LABELLING & DECORATIO N SILVER WINNER

BRONZE WINNER

The 2024 Labelling & Decoration Design bronze winner is Art Series and Indigenous Art Series BioCups (BioPak)

LABELLING & DECORATIO N BRONZE WINNER

Watch the LABELLING & DECORATION PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR winning video here.

& DESIGN ( PIDA ) AWARDS

2024 OUTSIDE OF THE BOX PACKAGING DESIGN

The Outside of the Box category has been established for miscellaneous packs and materials that are not included in any other category.

GOLD WINNER

The 2024 Outside of the Box Design gold winner is bouncee - Reusable Insulating Crates (ICEE Technology Group)

OUTSIDE OF THE BO X GOLD WINNER

With circular economy was at the forefront of the development at all times, bouncee is the first reusable patented mono composite EPP alternative to single use insulated packaging developed, designed and made in Australia

The bouncee system starts with protecting perishables from damage, maintaining required temperatures and keeping goods fresh bouncee replaces most single-use insulated packaging, increases shelf life, improves temperature control and safety, and ensures food or pharmaceuticals are not lost

The structural creativity of bouncee is what primarily drives its place as the world’s most efficient reusable, collapsible crate for short-transit perishable logistics �

The structural design does not compromise its strength, ability to insulate or internal volume for packing with goods, while also providing a volume reduction of over 50% in storage, operations and logistics

The packaging's functional design provides a more protective and higher-performing temperaturecontrolled pack bouncee crates:

1 Collapse to less than 50% of their assembled size

2� Have no loss of temperature control/insulation�

3 Have the full internal volume available for packing space

4 Have low breakage rates due to their robust composite and are repairable when/if breakage occurs �

The 2024 Outside of the Box Design silver winner is PPI Coffee Tray (Production Packaging Innovations - Azadeh Yousefi AAIP + Karl Joyce) SILVER WINNER

OUTSIDE OF THE BO X SILVER WINNER

Watch the OUTSIDE OF THE BOX PACKAGING

DESIGN OF THE YEAR winning video here.

INNOVATION & DESIGN ( PIDA ) AWARDS

2024 MARKETING DESIGN

Emotional connection to packaging becomes a key asset of the brand to communicate, surprise, enchant and engage with the consumer, creating a different experience of usability. This can incorporate the functionality of the pack, the aesthetic design and the outstanding visual appearance that makes the pack stand out on shelf, the premium and gifting style design, and/ or unique and interactive communication tools on the pack.

GOLD WINNER

The 2024 Marketing Design gold winner is Premium Grapes Paper Bunch Bag (Costa Group + The Packaging Hippie)

MARKETING DESIGN GOLD WINNER

READ THE WINNER'S FULL STORY HERE

The design challenge was to maintain product visibility while transitioning from plastic to paper—a material traditionally known for its opacity�

The Premium Autumn Crisp Grape Paper Bunch Bag is a pioneering example of how innovative design can transform packaging into a powerful marketing tool �

The key to its visual and functional appeal lies in its unique structural design, specifically the use of a see-through mesh paper window, which is a significant departure from traditional plastic alternatives

The solution was an innovative paper-based mesh window integrated into the front of the bag, allowing visibility from multiple angles, not just from above

This feature is critical in maintaining consumer trust by allowing them to inspect the quality of the grapes at eye level, directly influencing their purchasing decisions�

The synergy between the recyclable paper material and the structural design of the mesh window enhances the overall aesthetic and functional quality of the packaging This combination not only supports the weight and volume of the grapes but also contributes to the product's premium presentation on store shelves�

The front of the pack prominently displays the eco credentials of the packaging By highlighting these features in a consumer-facing manner, the packaging directly communicates the brand's commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility�

AUSTRALASIAN PACKAGING

INNOVATION & DESIGN ( PIDA ) AWARDS

2024 ACCESSIBLE & INCLUSIVE PACKAGING DESIGN

The Accessible & Inclusive Packaging Design Special Award is designed to recognise packaging that is accessible, intuitive, easy-to-open and innovative. Accessible Packaging Design needs to include measuring techniques, understanding injuries caused by packaging and consumer satisfaction levels with packaging accessibility.

GOLD WINNER

The 2024 Accessible

&

Inclusive Packaging Design gold winner is Deli Cuts (Don Smallgoods)

ACCESSIBLE & INCLUSIVE PACKAGING

GOLD WINNER

DON has brought a new innovative and intuitive flow wrapped (envelope pack) with reseal functionality to Australia�

The secondary seal and reseal functionality is secured on the reverse of the pack with a resealable label with clear instructions on how to open and close the pack for optimal freshness and removing the need to decant product into sealed containers or using secondary plastic for wrapping in the moisture and flavour

When designing the pack and adhesive label there was consideration for the area to grip to open Optimal grip area has been considered and the pack is easy to grip, control and manoeuvre between hands The textured finish on the film provides friction for grip and opening � The opening does not require excess number of actions to open; does not cause pain or discomfort and there are no sharp edges or awkward hand movements� No tools are required to open the pack

The pack has been designed to make it obvious where and how to open the pack The aqua blue sash across the top of the pack with a picture of the back of pack aims to direct consumers to turn over for opening

Once turned over, the label has a four-step process with legible and easy to understand opening instructions with images for opening and resealing the product�

The colours and print have been used for high contrast � Font is large and images support the directions to assist the consumer� The expiry on the back of pack is black against a transparent film for visibility�

This innovative packaging solution delivers on providing consumers with a convenient easy open/ easy close pack that is compact, provides product visibility, minimises the mess of liquid in the pack, is more sustainable but does not compromise food quality and freshness�

The reseal functionality preserves food freshness, sealing in moisture and flavour, thus reducing wastage due to dry, spoiled product � The packaging enables consumers to retain product in its original packaging for fridge storage, thus product information such as use by dates are visible to consumers It also prevents wasteful double packaging through use of cling wrap and therefore reduces packaging disposal and of course minimises food waste in the household through its innovative design features

2024 WINNERS

READ THE WINNER'S FULL STORY HERE

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2024 SAVE FOOD PACKAGING DESIGN

The Save Food Packaging Design Special Award is designed to recognise companies that are working to minimise or prevent food waste from paddock to plate using innovative and intuitive design features that can contain & protect, preserve and extend shelf life; all the while meeting global sustainable packaging targets.

GOLD WINNER

The 2024 Save Food Packaging Design gold winner is Cryovac Flexprep Portion Dispensing Pouches for McDonald`s Australia (Sealed Air)

SAVE FOOD PACKAGING GOLD WINNER

Cryovac FlexPrep Portion Dispensing pouches, tailored for the food service sector, have garnered significant attention with their recent adoption by McDonald's Australia � This innovative solution offers a more sustainable approach to packing, storing, and dispensing sauces across its range of Big Mac, McChicken and filet burger over traditional paper-based rigid cans

Portion Control: FlexPrep pouches are designed to be used with a dispensing gun to dispense sauces and other condiments in precise portions, reducing the risk of overpouring or waste The desired portion size can be adjusted via the dispenser�

CRYOVAC FlexPrep Portion Dispensing distributes condiments from pre-filled, flexible pouches by way of a mechanical dispensing unit � This innovative solution is easy to use, reduces prep time and provides up to 98% yield – a significant improvement versus rigid containers

The flexible pouches are formulated with excellent oxygen barrier properties to ensure condiments remain fresh, and flavour consistency is delivered for every burger

Fridge space efficiency: The compact and stackable design of FlexPrep pouches allows for efficient storage in kitchens and refrigerators, optimising refrigeration space and reducing the likelihood of product spoilage

The pack is lightweight and reduces packaging to landfill by 80%, supporting McDonald's commitment to its sustainability goals

To enable back of house efficiencies, Cryovac FlexPrep Portion Dispensing pouches are designed with a frangible seal that opens up when compression is applied to that point via the dispensing unit� While this knife-free opening feature facilitates operator ease and workplace efficiencies it remains unaffected from the forces/ vibrations experienced across the supply chain and does not compromise pack integrity

The purposefully designed carton in which the pouches are packed offers added protection for the integrity of the frangible seal - ensuring it can withstand nominated stacking weights and crush performance parameters�

Unlike rigid cardboard canister formats which require the lid to be removed to access the product, FlexPrep Portion Dispensing limits the product's exposure to air while dispensing By doing so, waste due to oxygen related spoilage (off colour / flavour) is minimised

2024 WINNERS

The 2024 Save Food Packaging Design silver winner is Naked Rivals SILVER WINNER

SAVE FOOD PACKAGING SILVER WINNER

SAVE FOOD PACKAGING BRONZE WINNER BRONZE WINNER

The 2024 Save Food Packaging Design bronze winner is Dutch Cream Potatoes Red Gem (Red Gem Packers & Growers + The Packaging Hippie)

WINNERS ANNOUNCED FOR 2024 AUSTRALASIAN PACKAGING INNOVATION

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2024 SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN

The Sustainable Packaging Design Special Award is designed to recognise companies that have developed innovative packaging solutions that incorporates sustainability considerations. Elements would include Social, Material, Source Reduction, Energy and Recovery. The award also considers all environmental impacts across the pack including meeting the 2025 National Packaging Targets, embedding the Australasian Recycling Label on pack, adhering to as many of the Sustainable Packaging Design Guidelines as possible and more...

Due to the high number of entries across varying Sustainable Packaging Design principles the judges separated the winners into subset activities. This year there are seven gold Sustainable Packaging Design winners.

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING PLASTIC TO FIBRE TRANSITION GOLD WINNER

winner is Bunzl Workwear Packaging (Bunzl Safety and Lifting) 2024

The 2024 Sustainable Packaging Design - Plastics to Fibre Transition gold

Bunzl Safety & Lifting conducted an audit across the entire Mark workwear range to identify opportunities to incorporate the SPG’s into packaging design and to improve overall packaging sustainability in line with 2025 National Packaging Targets

The two primary packaging components carried by all garments were a poly bag and swing tags� Mack workwear shirts, pants and jackets were utilising a 0 � 6-gram poly bag as their primary packaging material

Following SPG principle 2, the paper sleeves were designed to display the product information and brand name but kept to the minimal size that still achieved functionality

The new paper sleeves size was kept to a minimum and are significant smaller and lighter Mack workwear shirts, pants and jackets were carrying 3 plastic coated, paper swing tags attached to the garments with a plastic swift tag

Following SPG principle 2, the information on the swing tag was reviewed and consolidated, resulting in a single, uncoated, paper swing tag Significant weight reduction was achieved with one single paper tag

Following SPG principle 6 and 7, the plastic swift tag that attached the swing tags to the garments, were replaced with renewable cotton cord

The secondary packaging was also reviewed � Previously used solvent-based ink on all cardboard boxes was replaced with water-soluble ink, aligning with SPG principle 4�

The mobius loop was added to the cardboard cartons and paper sleeves to inform consumers on the recyclability

All Bunzl Safety & Lifting workwear items was redesigned to have a paper sleeve, single swing tag and cotton cord In total, over 2000 SKUs were redesigned

GOLD WINNER

INNOVATION & DESIGN ( PIDA ) AWARDS

2024 SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN - PLASTIC REDUCTION GOLD WINNER

SUSTAINABLE

PACKAGING PLASTIC REDUCTION GOLD WINNER

GOLD WINNER

The 2024 Sustainable Packaging Design –Plastic Reduction gold winner is Maggi Mug Noodles 4 Pack - Chicken and Beef Flavour (Nestlé Australia)

The revolutionised Maggi Mug Noodle 4 Pack is a first-to-market product for the noodles snacking category in Australia

Knowing that over half of Australians eat instant noodles in a cup or bowl at home was key to driving their efforts to provide an alternative format to the on-the-go convenience of Maggi Cup Noodles while reducing virgin plastic use Maggi Mug Noodles delivers virgin plastic reduction – using 26 tonnes less virgin plastic compared to the traditional Maggi Cup Noodle per year

Per serve, Maggi Mug Noodles uses 83% less plastic packaging per serve compared to Maggi Cup Noodles � In the new packaging format will reduce CO2 outputs in packaging and transportation streams by approximately over 400 tonnes when compared to the previous pack format�

By removing the large plastic cup traditionally found on Maggi Cup Noodles, they substantially reduced the amount of packaging required to be disposed of at end of life�

The remaining packaging components have been designed to be recycle ready - the cardboard box, wrappers and tastemaker sachet All soft plastic is designed for recycling and can be recycled where local infrastructure allows, including the cardboard box that the Maggi Mug Noodles four-pack comes in which is recyclable in kerbside systems

To help provoke a consumer behaviour change, the Australasian Recycling Label (ARL) is located on all components of the Maggi Mug Noodle packaging, from the cardboard box to the noodle wrapper to the flavour sachet, supporting proper disposal after use�

Watch the SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR winning video here.

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GOLD WINNER

The 2024 Sustainable Packaging Design –E-Commerce gold winner is Korrvu Retention for Australia Post (Sealed Air + Australia Post)

Australia Post delivers more than 500 of its branded single pack and twin pack bottled wine parcels daily, and while each delivery is handled with care, the role of protective packaging in this application is paramount�

Dedicated to fostering sustainable and efficient supply chains, Sealed Air, in partnership with Australia Post, set out to revolutionise packaging for wine during distribution, prioritising alignment with sustainability goals

Kerbside recyclable, Korrvu Retention is designed to secure products during shipping� Korrvu Retention packaging consists of a 100um PE film adhered to foldable carton board that acts as a retention frame, holding the product securely in place The retention system helps protect fragile items from damage during transit by preventing movement within the package� Korrvu Retention has been adopted by Australia Post as an alternative to traditional packaging materials like polystyrene and oversized bottle nest boxes

In addition, Korrvu's sleek design eliminates the need for void fill packing peanuts, offering both protection for the product and environment Korrvu Retention underpins sustainable design and environmental responsibility for the shipping of wines by Australia Post� By switching to Korrvu retention, Australia Post have eliminated nearly 5000 polystyrene boxes from landfill annually�

As Australia Post transitions away from bottle nest boxes, this will enable a packaging reduction of 13,000 kg per annum and because Korrvu comprises 70% recycled content, Australia Post can reduce its virgin fibre dependency by 48,000 kg per year�

Korrvu is recyclable via kerbside collection recycling bins, and there is no need to separate the PE This is clearly communicated on pack through an Australasian Recycling Label (ARL), thereby best ensuring Korrvu gets a chance to be recycled into something new

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The 2024 Sustainable Packaging Design –Certified Compostable gold winner is Home Compostable Container Range (BioPak)

BioPak’s Aqueous Home Compostable Container range with Aqueous coated BioBoard, has been designed to make products more home compostable so that consumers will be able to dispose of their aqueous containers along with the organic waste into the home compost bin or residential FOGO bin in councils that accept compostable packaging�

The Aqueous Home Compostable Container range (Aqueous lined BioBoard) is made with FSC certified paper� By switching to an Aqueous coating from a PLA lining, they are significantly reducing the thickness of the container (from 30gsm to 8gsm) making the end product both sturdy and lightweight�

The range is certified home compostable to Australian Standards (AS5810) and will be labelled (currently pending) with the ABA home compostable logo and text – clearly indicating it is suitable to break down in a home compost environment The packaging is sustainably sourced and ethically manufactured in production facilities certified to ISO14001 environmental standards�

BioPak’s ultimate goal is to expand the home compostable range to help consumers who don’t have access to the residential FOGO (Food Organics Garden Organics) collection They want to address the issue of end disposal across all markets so that consumers can enjoy their food, and then throw it in their home compost bin to break down�

The EPS replacement prawn box for Tassal Group moves away from the traditional EPS solutions and into a fibre-based solution A locally sourced PE film is laminated to the paper for functionality and provides performance against wet conditions that the prawn box may come in contact with Key to the success is the origami style folded corners which makes the box both strong and leak proof � The prawn box design was revised to ensure an efficient way to pack and close the box was evident� The lid is an intuitive collapsible design, that provides efficient space when stored and improved productivity when erecting the lid to place over the base

The base component is machine erected nearby at Tassal's prawn site, which allows for efficient packing during production

The weight load capacity was designed based on application requirements � The EPS Replacement prawn box developed for Tassal Group is designed with FSC certified materials with 70% recycled content and meets ISO 14021 for recyclability VISY have locally sourced the material, avoiding international sourcing and shipments of paper� The first at scale test saw Tassal move over 33,000 cartons of prawns from polystyrene to fibre cardboard partnering with VISY

Tassal's prawn box, manufactured by Visy, has paper-based materials that are recyclable through local Australian kerbside recycling bins � After collection, they can be re-made into new fibrebased products With an at scale solution now, Tassal is looking to continue using the carton and optimising its use

INNOVATION & DESIGN ( PIDA ) AWARDS

2024 SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN - RECYCLABILITY INITIATIVE

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING RECYCLABILITY INITIATIV E GOLD WINNER

GOLD WINNER

GOLD WINNER

The 2024 Sustainable Packaging Design – Recyclability Initiative gold winner is Masterfoods Squeezy Pet Sauce Bottles (Mars Food + Wellman Packaging)

The new Masterfoods Squeezy PET bottles are to be converted over to 100% recycled PCR rPET

Bottle weights for the new Masterfoods Squeezy PET Bottles are a saving of 15�5g or 38�75% less for a 500mL PET and a saving of 4 5g or 20 45% less for the 250mL PET Based on current volumes deployment of PET bottles in both 250mL and 500mL sizes, a saving of ~18% in plastic used to produce bottles for the current range�

Volumetrically, the thinner wall sections for the PET bottle, results in an overall reduction in bottle size and less space required for some tonnage of product�

The use of high-speed blow moulding and potentially blow filling equipment for production and filling of the bottles will substantially reduce the energy component on a per filled bottle basis

The bottles are specifically designed to be recovered via a Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) and PCR recycling systems as food grade resin and returned to the trade for bottle making in a B2B loop�

The new bottles deliver substantial sustainability dividends towards the 2025 National Packaging Targets and beyond including:

• Bottles that are 100 per cent recyclable

• Maximum chance of resource recovery in the MRF for return to bottle making as rPET PCR

• Extreme lightweighting saving over 38% plastic in the 500mL PET bottle vs its LDPE predecessor

• Clear, unpigmented PET used as most suitable for PCR recovery

Wellman Packaging says that if this PET bottle was used for the 50 million or so LDPE bottles consumed each year for tomato and BBQ sauce, it would save over 900 tons of plastic�

2024 SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN - RECYCLABILITY INITIATIVE SILVER WINNER

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING RECYCLABILITY INITIATIV E SILVER WINNER

The 2024 Sustainable Packaging Design –Recyclability Initiative silver winner is QV Face Range (Ego Pharmaceuticals)

2024 SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN - RECYCLABILITY INITIATIVE BRONZE WINNER

The 2024 Sustainable Packaging Design – Recyclability Initiative bronze winners

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING RECYCLABILITY INITIATIV E BRONZE WINNER

2024 SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN - RECYCLABILITY INITIATIVE HIGH COMMENDATION WINNER

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING RECYCLABILITY INITIATIV E HIGH COMMENDATION

The 2024 Sustainable Packaging Design –Recyclability Initiative high commendation winner is Birds Eye Steamfresh 750g (Simplot Australia)

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2024 SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN - RECYCLED CONTENT &

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING RECYCLED CONTENT & LIGHTWEIGHTING GOLD WINNER

GOLD WINNER

The 2024 Sustainable Packaging Design –Recycled Content & Lightweighting gold winner is Green Action Dishwashing Liquid 500ml (TrendPac)

The Green Action Dishwashing Liquid packaging is made from 100% recycled mono-material PCR PET, ensuring it is fully recyclable at the end of its lifecycle The design offers a 25% reduction in bottle weight, equating to a 10g weight reduction� This reduction translates to saving 12 metric tonnes of plastic per year, resulting in a reduction of over 5 metric tonnes of CO2 equivalent emissions annually By using 100% recycled PET the pack offers a significant reduction of 60 metric tonnes of CO2 equivalent compared to virgin PET� The clear, unpigmented design maximises material recovery and enhances the value of recycled PET Additionally, the cap is made from unpigmented plastic�

The label uses acrylic adhesive, which releases the label during the caustic washing process, facilitating the recycling of the bottle

The design also includes a reduction in label coverage from 25% to 15%, resulting in a substantial reduction of 296m² of material per annum To put this into perspective, this reduction is larger than a tennis court (260 87m²)

This translates to a saving of 16kg of material per year, excluding the paper liner This reduction in label material not only minimises waste but also contributes to resource efficiency�

The addition of the infinity fern design (inspired by Mobius loop) on the front of the pack serves as a visual cue, indicating that the packaging is recyclable The pack also incorporates the Australasian Recycling Label (ARL) on the back of the pack to educate and encourage consumers to recycle the packaging at the end of its life

TrendPac have also reduced the carton area per unit by 7%, which further enhances material efficiency� By reducing bottle weight, label consumption, and carton size the Green Action Dishwashing Liquid packaging minimises environmental impacts, promotes resource efficiencies, and sets a new standard for source reduction practices in the industry

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2024 SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN - RECYCLED CONTENT & LIGHTWEIGHTING SILVER WINNER

The 2024 Sustainable Packaging Design – Recycled Content & Lightweighting silver winner is Starward Nova (Starward)

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING RECYCLED CONTENT & LIGHTWEIGHTING SILVER WINNER

2024 SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN - RECYCLED CONTENT & LIGHTWEIGHTING BRONZE WINNER

The 2024 Sustainable Packaging Design – Recycled Content & Lightweighting bronze winner is Don Smallgoods 100% rPET Tray (VERIX + Martogg Group)

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING RECYCLED CONTENT & LIGHTWEIGHTING BRONZE WINNER

All of the 2024 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Award winners are now eligible to exclusively enter the 2025 round of the WorldStar Packaging Awards that are run by the World Packaging Organisation. The 2025 WorldStar Packaging Awards will be held alongside of Ipack Ima tradeshow in Milan, Italy in May.

All of the 2024 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Award winners are now eligible to exclusively enter the 2025 round of the WorldStar Packaging Awards that are run by the World Packaging Organisation.

The 2025 WorldStar Packaging Awards will be held alongside of Ipack Ima tradeshow in Milan, Italy in May.

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INNOVATION & DESIGN ( PIDA ) AWARDS

2024 INDUSTRY PACKAGING PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR AWARD

The Industry Packaging Professional of the Year Award is designed to recognise and acknowledge the outstanding achievements and contribution by an individual currently working within the Packaging in both Australia and New Zealand. The judges will be looking for individuals who have demonstrated vision and leadership, shows innovation and not afraid to take risks over a long and sustained period.

The

INDUSTRY PACKAGING PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR WINNER

GOLD WINNER

WINNER

2024 Industry Packaging Professional of the Year award winner is Bryan McKay FAIP, Head of Packaging, Woolworths Group.

Bryan has been at the forefront of Packaging Innovation and Sustainability in the FMCG and retail industry for 30 years, having led the Packaging Development teams at Campbells/Arnott's Asia Pacific, Cerebos Foods ANZ, Goodman Fielder ANZ and most recently at Woolworths Food Company� At Campbell/Arnott's Bryan developed and delivered the Asia Pacific Packaging Sustainability Strategic Plan and led the Packaging team to some significant achievements, including the conversion of biscuit trays from non-recyclable polystyrene to recyclable PET back in 2008 (this was trailblazing, many companies are now on this journey, 16 years later) Another achievement was the development of the Arnotts Indonesia Modified Atmosphere biscuit packaging with Ultra high barrier for export; a first for Campbell/Arnott’s globally Bryan also codeveloped with Campbell's Engineering an Aseptic PET juice strategy

He was the Packaging lead for the innovative ‘MasterFoods Squeeze-On’ tomato sauce portion pack which was an Australian first pack that revolutionised the portion control sauces market, taking Masterfoods from no presence in this category to dominating the category within two years�

Whist at Goodman Fielder ANZ, Bryan led the replacement of Polystyrene bread tags with cardboard bread tags in 2021, the inclusion of 100% rPET into Praise Mayonnaise bottles and jars - a category first, and in 2021 the implementation of 30% rHDPE into Meadow fresh milk bottles in New Zealand; again, a category and region first More recently at Woolworths Food Company (WFC) Bryan has developed and implemented the WFC packaging Sustainability Strategy, the guiding Roadmap, and the implementation plan

This has resulted in significant achievements in the past 2 years including the removal of >14,000 tonnes of virgin plastic, and the conversion of >10,000 tonnes of nonrecyclable materials to recyclable� These achievements are very significant, industry leading and material to the Packaging circular economy

Under Bryans leadership WFC has applied the Australasian Recycling Label (ARL) on all of its Own Brand products, two years ahead of the 2025 National Packaging targets

In all of these companies Bryan’s Strategies delivered category leading, Australian leading and often world leading achievements This has required innovation, collaboration, influencing (both internally and externally to the organisations Bryan worked for) and risk taking

The AIP is proud to see one of our finest of Fellows become the 2024 Industry Packaging Professional of the Year Award

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2024 YOUNG PACKAGING PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR AWARD

The purpose of the Young Packaging Professional of the Year Award is to provide incentive and recognition to young professionals who are both currently working in and wish to continue their career path within the Packaging industry in both Australia and New Zealand.

GOLD WINNER

The 2024 Young Packaging Professional of the Year award winner is Dr Ruby Chan AAIP, Project Researcher, RMIT

YOUNG PACKAGING PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR WINNER

Starting out with a Bachelor of Industrial Design at Monash University, graduating with Honours and then graduating from a master’s degree in design innovation and technology at RMIT University, early career design researcher Ruby Chan has turned a career in sustainability from a dream to a reality

When Ruby began work as a research assistant at the RMIT School of Design she was excited as the research focussed on packaging to reduce fresh produce waste

Her current research relates to sustainability, focussing on save food packaging design and the integral role it plays in reducing food loss and waste, with much of this research connected to the Reduce program of End Food Waste Cooperative Research Centre (EFW CRC)

In 2019, she started her PhD on packaging to reduce household food waste and this PhD was based at RMIT and part of the wider End Food Waste CRC AIP Save Food Packaging Design Criteria Project The wider project was industry led, with the AIP at the helm �

the time she graduated as Dr

she had already presented her research in conferences and published three peer-reviewed journal articles that are linked to the AIP Save Food Packaging Design Guidelines Project

From design thinking to data analytics, the development activities Ruby has undertaken since leaving high school has equipped her with skills that are essential in her role as an early career researcher working in the space of food waste and packaging

Whilst Ruby has only just started her career the AIP believes she has already left an indelible mark on the industry, and the Institute looks forward to seeing what she achieves next

By

Ruby Chan

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2024 PACKAGING TECHNOLOGIST OF THE YEAR AWARD

The Packaging Technologist of the Year Award is designed to recognise and acknowledge the outstanding achievements and contribution by an individual currently working within the Packaging industry across Australia, New Zealand & Asia. The judges are looking for packaging technologists, engineers, specialists, designers who have demonstrated advanced technical packaging skills and competencies through projects, initiatives and unique packaging designs.

PACKAGING TECHNOLOGIST OF THE YEAR WINNER

GOLD WINNER

WINNER

The 2024 Packaging Technologist of the Year award winner is Nicholas Campbell MAIP, General Manager Operations & Technical, Wellman Packaging

Nick joined Wellman Packaging directly from school as an undergraduate cadet in 1999, after having completed his HSC which he did while also completing 2 years of an electrician's trade certificate course at TAFE and working part time� Nick holds undergraduate qualifications in Applied Physics and Electrical Engineering from the University of Technology Sydney, which he completed at a high level of grades, while also working on a part time basis with Wellman Packaging as a Plastics Moulding Technician and Trainee Engineer�

Nick remains hands on with a technical and operations focus for key accounts including especially for new design projects, but also internally leading a team of project engineers, technicians, planning staff and operations team members �

Nick is a packaging professional of extremely high calibre in all facets He embodies the definition of integrity and is demonstrative and demanding of excellence in thought and action

He combines high intelligence, academic vigour, practical knowledge and people skills in a style that is collaborative, constructive and holistic �

Nick played a key role in the part design and a lead role in the tool design of the innovative ThermoCup that have received 2024 PIDA awards� Nick was the technical and project lead for the development of the new Masterfoods Squeezy PET Sauce Bottles that also received an award in the 2024 awards �

Nick is a truly impressive individual and is the ideal winner for the inaugural Packaging Technologist of the Year award �

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2024 ABA SCHOLARSHIPS

The ABA Scholarship program will enable one eligible candidate from either Australia or New Zealand the opportunity to undertake a Diploma in Packaging Technology and a second person the opportunity to undertake a Certificate in Packaging.

2024 ABA SCHOLARSHIP CERTIFICATE IN PACKAGING SCHOLARSHIP

The Certificate in Packaging is the ideal first qualification for those working in the packaging industry and is an introduction to the industry for those starting out on an exciting career in packaging.

ABA SCHOLARSHIP PROGRA M CERTIFICATE IN PACKAGIN G WINNER

Since joining MSAC Solutions in 2021, Manpreet has had the opportunity of being involved in the critical task of collecting and validating packaging data for major Australian retailers such as Coles, Woolworths and 7 Eleven

As a qualified food technologist, Manpreet is particularly intrigued by the complexities of food packaging, where sustainability, food safety, and cost considerations intersect �

While her experience in managing packaging projects has sharpened her ability to collect and validate quality data, Manpreet recognises the need to deepen her knowledge of packaging materials, formats, development, and sustainability to truly excel in this domain �

The Certificate in Packaging will provide her with a solid understanding of packaging materials and their functionalities, allowing her to make better informed decisions and contribute more effectively to projects

The 2024 ABA Scholarship Certificate in Packaging scholarship winner is Manpreet Kaur Grewal, Product Technologist, MSAC Solutions WINNER READ THE WINNER'S FULL STORY HERE

In the next five years, Manpreet envisions herself thriving as a packaging technologist specialising in food packaging Equipped with a deeper understanding of packaging materials and their implications for sustainability, product integrity, and food waste reduction, she aims to become a trusted advisor capable of recommending optimal packaging solutions � GOLD WINNER

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2024 ABA SCHOLARSHIP DIPLOMA IN PACKAGING TECHNOLOGY SCHOLARSHIP

The Diploma in Packaging Technology is Internationally recognised as the premier qualification in the packaging industry. The degree prepares students to take responsibility for packaging operations at any level through the supply chain and can also lead to higher level study.

ABA SCHOLARSHIP PROGRA M DIPLOMA IN PACKAGING TECHNOLOGY WINNER

GOLD WINNER

WINNER

The 2024 ABA Scholarship Diploma in Packaging Technology scholarship winner is Angela Hanson AAIP, Packaging Technologist, Tip Top

After completing a Bachelor of Applied Science (Food Science and Nutrition) at the University of Queensland Angela worked as a Food Microbiologist 12 months before moving on to a Product Development Technologist role at Tip Top Bakeries – George Weston Foods (GWF)

As an industry professional, but also as a consumer and a parent, Angela could clearly see the opportunity to do better for our planet –especially through packaging �

So, to drive change and improvement and to follow her passion 12 months ago Angela applied for, and was successful, in moving to the role of Packaging Technologist �

As a technically minded person Angela sees an opportunity to become a more well-rounded packaging professional by completing the Diploma in Packaging Technology

Angela has recognised that she has numerous areas where her knowledge can be improved and believes that the scholarship will assist her in developing professionally and grow within her role She wants to add more value to GWF in reaching their goals and being a champion of sustainability In her future she hopes to be a packaging expert driving innovation for a sustainable future for food, packaging and beyond

Watch the ABA SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM - DIPLOMA IN PACKAGING TECHNOLOGY winning video here.

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2024 AIP PRESIDENT AWARD

The AIP President’s Scholarship has been designed to work in collaboration with the ABA program to help one additional person undertake either a Certificate in Packaging or a Diploma in Packaging Technology each year.

As a Mechanical Engineer, Camilo started to grow interest in Packaging from the moment he graduated with his bachelor’s degree overseas His first experience in packaging was in Colombia (his home country) working for a multinational cosmetics company�

In 2022, Camilo started his journey in a Packaging role in Australia, this time in a Food manufacturer - DON Smallgoods – part of the George Weston Foods� This was very different from cosmetics � He believes that the Diploma in Packaging Technology will give him the tools to not only better understand the Australian packaging Industry, but also provide him with the technical knowledge necessary to make DON a role model in the food manufacturing industry and circular economy�

In five years, he sees himself sharing his knowledge with future generations of Packaging professionals, as well as collaborating with other industries in the research and development of new sustainable materials Camilo is committed to keep growing professionally and to inspire future Packaging professionals to make packaging technology their career of choice

This year the AIP have decided that we will be providing one additional Diploma in Packaging Technology scholarship under the AIP President’s awards as the candidates were all so remarkable. Watch the AIP PRESIDENT'S AWARD SCHOLARSHIP - DIPLOMA IN PACKAGING TECHNOLOGY winning video here.

2024 AIP DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD

During the PIDA 2024 Awards ceremony, the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) presented PKN managing editor & publisher, Lindy Hughson MAIP, with the Distinguished Service Award for excellence in journalism.

The AIP Distinguished Service Award has been designed to recognise long-standing and significant contribution to the AIP�

AIP executive director Nerida Kelton said, "Lindy has played a significant role in elevating the AIP in the industry for a long period of time and through excellence in journalism. She works tirelessly for the AIP and is an invaluable member of the AIP family. Lindy is most deserving and this recognition is long overdue."

Hughson, for whom the award was a complete surprise on the night, said she would continue to strive to elevate the stories of the organisations, companies and people that make the Australian packaging industry the dynamic and progressive place it is � "I am proud to be an AIP member and to serve the Australasian packaging industry through the work I do and that I feel so passionate about. I will keep asking the hard questions, and keep writing stories that celebrate the efforts and achievements of industry."

Hughson has been reporting on packaging for 30 years, originally in her birth country South Africa, and then in Australia where she heads up PKN, and is also publisher of sister media brands Food & Drink Business and Print21 She is currently also the president of the International Packaging Press Organisation (IPPO)

Published with approval by PKN Packaging News

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SEPTEMBER 2024

ProPak Indonesia 2024

WHEN: 4-6 September 2024

WHERE: Jakarta, Indonesia

WHAT: ProPak Indonesia is the leading international processing and packaging trade event in Indonesia for Processing & Packaging technologies� Powered by ProPak Asia, ProPak Indonesia is part of the event series taking part in the region showcasing a comprehensive array of innovative products to a thriving and expanding local market in Indonesia� It is the centrepiece where market trends converge, and industry networking evolve to valuable customer insight� ProPak Indonesia is the ‘must-attend’ processing and packaging event in Indonesia delivering an industry-focused platform connecting worldwide suppliers to both local and regional buyers in the food & beverage, consumer & personal goods, and pharmaceutical industrial sectors

2024 Indonesian Packaging Forum

WHEN: 5 & 6 September 2024

WHERE: Jakarta, Indonesia

WHAT: ProPak Indonesia to launch Indonesian Packaging Forum

PT� Pamerindo Indonesia, in partnership with the AIP, are pleased to launch the inaugural Indonesian Packaging Forum on the 5th & 6th of September as a part of ProPak Indonesia

Having served the industry for over 60 years the AIP are the peak professional body for packaging training & education in Australasia and have been running Packaging Forums alongside other Informa Markets trade shows successfully in Asia for many years

AFGC's Sustainability Summit

WHEN: 12 September 2024

WHERE: Radisson Blu Sydney

WHAT: The 2024 AFGC Sustainability Summit is a one-day event bringing together manufacturers, sustainability experts, finance professionals, and retailers to explore key sustainability issues impacting the food, beverage and grocery manufacturing industry including, packaging design and reform, circular economy insights and developments, and sustainability reporting� The Summit will provide attendees with a holistic understanding of current industry dynamics, regulatory landscapes, and opportunities to network The Summit will also feature a Packaging Innovation Showcase, highlighting the latest in packaging design

AIP Executive Director, Nerida Kelton will be speaking in two sessions One on the role that packaging plays in minimising food loss and waste and in a panel discussion on Driving Circularity: identifying gaps, enablers and opportunities for circularity in Australia

The Indonesian Packaging Forum will be held over two days and will be free for all to attend Speakers will be local, regional and global and will discuss the current state of play and the future of packaging� The discussions will include a broad range of topics such as sustainable packaging design, trends and barriers for soft plastics and flexible packaging, how to reduce plastic pollution, how to design out waste at the start of the packaging development process, how to move towards more recyclable packaging, the balance between food waste and packaging waste, looking at environmental impacts when designing packaging, the future of fibre and renewable materials, product stewardship programs, eliminating single use plastics and problematic materials, the development of new facilities in the region for recycling, how to incorporate recycled content into packaging, the benefits of container deposit schemes, the benefit of Extended Producer Responsibility programs, active & intelligent packaging, save food packaging, trends and barriers for plastics: rigid & soft, the future of advanced and chemical recycling in the region and more…

The Indonesian Packaging Forum will be a must attend event for yourselves, your teams and the wider industry. Mark these dates in your calendar today.

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SPEAKER:

Nerida Kelton FAIP Executive Director Australasian Institute of Packaging (AIP)

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SEPTEMBER 2024

6th AIP State of Industry Webinar: Container Deposit Schemes

WHEN: 18 September 2024

WHERE: On-line via Zoom

WHAT: Container Deposit Schemes (CDS) are an ideal example of product stewardship programs where the brands take responsibility for the packaging they put on to market. This includes ensuring that there is an established system in place for recovery of the packaging and then the recycling scheme to support the end of life.

Container Deposit schemes for Beverage packaging provide many benefits to the country via minimising litter, keeping packaging out of the environment, providing quality feedstock for recycled content, incentivising consumers to recycle properly, supporting charities in Australia, improving recycling rates and keeping valuable resources that can be recycled out of landfill� The challenge for our country is that not all State and Territories are running the same scheme and not all materials are accepted on a national basis There is also a need for greater consumer education programs to be developed to ensure that less packaging that should be going into CDS programs is kept out of kerbside collection, or worse, landfill

This webinar will discuss the current state of Container Deposit Schemes in Australia, collection points, accepted materials, opportunities for regional areas and more The speakers will also discuss how we can improve recovery rates and incentivise more households to utilise the CDS programs and be able to use platforms like RecycleMate to locate Away from Home collection points�

SPEAKERS:

OCTOBER 2024

WHEN: 23-24 October 2024

to Partner

WHERE: Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

WHAT: Waste Expo Australia serves as a cornerstone for advancing best practices in circular economy, resource recovery and sustainability initiatives, aiming to foster positive environmental and community impacts Waste Expo Australia

AIP to host packaging session at Waste Expo 2024

WHEN: 24 October 2024

SPEAKERS:

WHERE: Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

WHAT: The importance of design in meeting global & local packaging design standards

TokyoPack 2024

WHEN: 23-25 October 2024

WHERE: Tokyo International Exhibition Centre

WHAT: Held every two years and with 53,5000 visitors in 2022 TokyoPack offers a variety of exhibits from packaging materials and machinery to converting, packaging, distribution, environmental protection equipment TOKYO PACK serves as a platform for industrial solutions and international exchanges, and contribute to the development of society from an international perspective TOKYO PACK Inspires the Packaging World - A Gateway to Innovation -

23 October

be keynote speakers at TokyoPack conference

Bonnie Marshall Policy Officer National Retail Association

James Dorney Chief Executive Officer TOMRA Cleanaway

Shannon Doherty MAIP Sustainability Manager Australian Beverages

Alan Adams MAIP Sustainability Director APAC SEE

Ralph Moyle FAIP, CPP Education Coordinator Australasian Institute of Packaging (AIP)

Nerida Kelton FAIP

Lindy Hughson MAIP

Nerida Kelton FAIP & Lindy Hughson MAIP to

Advancing Towards Sustainable Resource Recovery

23-24 Oct 2024 • MCEC, Melbourne

Over 100 Local and International Suppliers Are Waiting To Meet You

Returning to the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre from 23 - 24 October, Waste Expo Australia is proudly showcasing cutting-edge products and revolutionary innovations from over 100 local and international exhibitors. Network with 3,000+ industry peers on the expo floor and make new connections to help your business grow. Register for free today

NOVEMBER 2024

WHEN: 3-6 November 2024

WHERE: Chicago, USA

WHAT: Bringing together 45,000 attendees and 2,500 exhibiting companies with packaging and processing solutions for 40+ vertical markets, PACK EXPO International is one powerful show� Experience equipment in motion, idea-sharing across vertical industries, problem-solving in real time, networking and learning at this incredible intersection of innovation� Explore the latest innovations from 2,500 exhibitors to get ahead of trends, move projects forward and solve any challenges holding you back

7th AIP State of Industry Webinar: Soft Plastics kerbside program

WHEN: 6 November 2024

WHERE: On-line via Zoom

swop2024

WHEN: 18-20 November 2024

WHERE: Shanghai, China

WHAT: swop is the essential event for the food, beverage, confectionery, bakery, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, non-food and industrial goods sectors� No other trade fair in China represents the entire supply chain And at no other trade fair in China does the packaging industry provide all industry sectors with tailored solutions and innovative designs based on such a variety of materials

SEPTEMBER 2025

Foodtech Packtech 2025

WHEN: 2-4 September 2025

WHERE: Auckland Showgrounds

WHAT: Foodtech Packtech (FTPT) is New Zealand’s largest food manufacturing, packaging and processing technology trade show Running strong for over 20 years this free to attend event brings industry professionals and decision makers together providing a forum for education, discussion and the sharing of knowledge and expertise, critical in the sustainability and growth of the industry

Held only once every two years FTPT is a must attend event providing visitors with the opportunity to come face-to-face with the experts and discover the freshest ideas, latest technologies and the newest developments entering the F&B manufacturing and packaging technology industries�

Featuring the Materials Handling & Logistics Expo, the event will attract 250+ local and international exhibiting companies and some 4,500+ qualified visitors – a must attend event for anyone involved in one of New Zealand’s fastest growing industry sectors

2 - 4 September 2025

Auckland Showgrounds

Innovate. Produce. Deliver.

New Zealand’s premier trade exhibition for the Food & Beverage Manufacturing, Packaging and Supply Chain industries.

Connecting Food & Beverage Makers with Success

$336,005,336 Total Buying Power

3,400+ Trade Buyers

250+ Leading Exhibitors

84% Decision Makers

95% Returning Visitors

86% Increased Reach

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Looking to exhibit?

We’re excited to announce you can now book your Foodtech Packtech exhibitor stand through the AIP.

Support the industry and AIP by contacting Nerida Kelton +61 (0) 7 3278 4490 / nerida@aipack.com.au

Powering your sustainable packaging journey

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Use it to measure and improve the performance of your packaging over a whole product life cycle.

Large and small companies across the world rely on PIQET to understand their environmental impacts.

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With 14 lectures over a four week period the AIP coordinated the Packaging Materials and Packaging Design subjects for the 2024 Master of Food & Packaging innovation degree at the University of Melbourne. The 2024 round saw 60 students participate from 9 countries.

The Master of Food and Packaging Innovation is an inter-disciplinary degree that explores food processing, entrepreneurship and innovation in product and packaging design at an advanced level� The Master course is a joint initiative between the University of Melbourne and the AIP

In addition the AIP hosted two physical site tours for the students at Zipform Packaging and Close the Loop Group�

STUDENTS

15x Packaging Program Students

45x Food Science Students

MASTER OF FOOD & PACKAGING INNOVATION

The Master of Food and Packaging Innovation is an inter-disciplinary degree that explores food processing, entrepreneurship and innovation in product and packaging design at an advanced level.

What’s in it for me?

You will learn the skills necessary to develop valuable and innovative food products that address key issues such as transportability, durability, tamper proofing and perishability issues, as well as key environmental, economic, social and ethical factors.

This unique course forms part of a joint University of Melbourne and Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) initiative. Industry is actively involved in this course, because the students want to cultivate the skills they require locally.

If you have one or these textbooks lying around gathering dust please send them to:

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Mount Ommaney 4074 Queensland, Australia or drop them off to us at one of our up-coming events.

The AIP is looking to REUSE 3rd, 4th and 5th editions of the FPT textbook and share them with our overseas Members & Colleagues who cannot afford these textbooks.

Please make sure you let us know who you are so that we can take a photograph of the lucky recipient with your book.

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AIP heads to 2024 National Food Waste Summit

By Nerida Kelton FAIP, Executive Director, AIP

Well the first day of the 2024 National Food Waste Summit was everything I expected it to be and more… two years have passed since we were all together and it is quite staggering to see how terrifyingly depressing our statistics are for food waste in this country and how 3.7 million people are now suffering from food insecurity. These are NOT stats we want to see, nor should we be proud of.

BUT the good news is…we are moving the dial, we are on track to lower food waste going to landfill and most certainly impact has happened in multiple sectors of the value chain

As Toine Timmermans said whilst Australia was late to the party to develop food waste targets and strategies, we are now the largest private voluntary commitment in the world� With this, all global eyes are now watching us and they are expecting Australia to make big strides and even bigger impacts and we MUST collaborate across the value chain to achieve the outcomes we need by 2030�

I will provide a wrap up after the summit but some takeaways were:

• We need to STOP food waste going to landfill through regulation

• Everyone needs to be a part of the consultation for the new Tax Incentive for food donations Bill that is currently in the Senate to be passed (The AIP will work with Foodbank to share information shortly on how to write a letter to the Senate )

• All Food and Beverage brands need to sign on to the Australian Food Pact and the Kai Commitment in New Zealand Is your brand a signatory?

• We need an extensive consumer education piece to shift the dial on household waste

We ALL have a role to play as we are all consumers

The standout for the day was that for the first time ever packaging was recognised for the true role that it plays in minimising food loss and waste through the inaugural Food Waste Action awards

The AIP Save Food Packaging Design guidelines project that was developed in partnership with our fabulous researchers RMIT and our brilliant consortium of industry champions Zipform Packaging, Sealed Air, Result Group, Plantic and Multivac WON the Food Waste Action Collaborative Award!!!!!!

The impact this project has had so far has been phenomenal The resources, the thousands of people we have trained, and the global reach the Save Food Packaging Guidelines have had, has been outstanding AND we haven’t even formally launched the project yet!

The global reach this project will have, will leave an indelible mark on our industry and it all started with Karli Verghese and I sitting together and coming up with an idea for an industry led, science based project that could provide real IMPACT and DELIVER OUTCOMES for packaging technologists across all corners of the globe Karli this award is for you! Steve Lapidge thank YOU for supporting our vision Well that is a wrap on the two day National Food Waste Summit which was coordinated by End Food Waste Australia

Some key takeaways from the second day:

• The AIP supported the new Food Waste Challenge run by Rocket Seeder and I was so pleased to see some of the finalists pitch their start ups in the room A special shout out to the Packaging finalist Zero Tag Arun kumar R Joseph Oliver Yap and also Fridge Friend Emma Coath and Claire Dyason and the team - well done! Let’s do it again!

• The standout session for me was the one on Horticulture 50% of our food waste in Australia is fresh produce which equates to 3 million tonnes a year, and that doesn’t even take into account what is left on field This is eating up profitability to the tune of $3 Billion dollars Our Farmers also have no control over weather or market and when irregular, misshapen, slightly bent, too small, too large fruit and vegetables are REJECTED by retailers and consumers alike we have a problem The country needs to look at the levers to support our farmers as they are the backbone of our country Surely we can all start buying ugly fruit and vegetables? I do!

• I also had the honour of moderating the closing session for the two days and I was joined by my fellow packaging community Michael Dossor Sophie Sumner and Lukas Parker We discussed the true role of packaging in minimising food loss and waste, identified key touch points for consumers and also how important it is to ensure that packaging is fit for purpose and functional and there are no unintended consequences through poor design - AKA food waste

Thank you to the team at End Food Waste Australia for an informative two days and I can definitely see how much progress has occurred in multiple sectors since the last summit We are not alone, we all have a role to play and we look forward to the next steps forward

On-Line bite-sized Modules

The internationally recognised on-line Fundamentals of Packaging Technology (FPT) bite-sized modules are available exclusively through the AIP in Australasia. The FPT Course is set up for the convenience of busy working professionals, and the training platform is functionally intuitive. The beauty of the FPT course is that you only have to undertake lessons as you need to fill knowledge gaps so you can complete your training when your time allows, and at your own pace.

Packaging finds voice at food waste summit

Delegates at the National Food Waste Summit on 24-25 July were left in no doubt as to the vital role packaging plays in minimising food waste, thanks to a deftly delivered panel discussion led by Nerida Kelton of AIP, with participants Sophie Sumner of SEE (sealed Air), Michael Dossor of Result Group, and Dr Lucas Parker of RMIT.

The conversation focused on the role of packaging in minimising food waste and reducing environmental impact across the value chain, and stressed that packaging should be designed for food preservation first and foremost, but also with sustainability in mind In a deep dive on reducing food waste through packaging innovation, Sophie Sumner of SEE pointed to examples of vacuum packaging designed for fresh red meat that have seen significant extension of shelf life, and thus prevention of food waste� She said collaboration to develop an understanding of protein science led to the company's successful development of extended shelf life packaging � Sumner also discussed the importance of portion control as a means to prevent food waste, with smaller packaged portions vs bulk packaging as a solution� She stressed the need to balance consumer demands for eco-friendly packaging with scientific understanding of materials and their end of life impact

On the topic of portion control, Michael Dossor of Result Group showed an example of a small snack pack of grapes, designed for convenience and portability, that is popular in the Asian market �

Drawing on his expertise in connected packaging, Dossor highlighted the use of IoT devices embedded in packaging for tracking products, enabling full transparency of the product's journey in the supply chain� He spoke also of the growth of 2D codes which he believes will replace barcodes, and advised brands to adapt to stay ahead �

Dossor went on to talk about the table grape project Result Group is involved in with Australian Table Grape Association ATGA, which has enabled end-toend traceability of exported products via a QR code, providing full transparency to all stakeholders and proof of authenticity to consumers

The project, initially rolled out as a pilot, has just received funding to scale up �

Sophie Sumner, Michael Dossor, Dr Lukas Parker, Nerida Kelton.

Sophie Sumner.

Michael Dossor.

The hot button topic of date labelling was addressed by Dr Lucas Parker of RMIT, as he remarked on the confusion around 'best before' and 'use by' date labels, using the example of a pot of salt that had 'expired' according to the date label, yet everyone knows that salt does not spoil He argued that date labels can lead to unnecessary food waste as consumers may throw out products based on labels rather than their actual quality� He said research shows that consumers prioritise date labels when making purchasing decisions �

The panel raised some feasible ideas for future actions, including developing standardised global design principles for Save Food Packaging; exploring behavioural interventions and ways to provide consumers with context-specific food storage/ use guidance via QR codes; and to pilot test interactive label technologies that dynamically update best before/use by dates on consumer packs �

Overall, the conversation emphasised the importance of a multi-faceted approach to reducing food waste and improving supply chain transparency, and importantly, brought Packaging's voice to the Food Waste table�

AIP-Led Save Food Packaging Project receives inaugural Food Waste Action Award

The AIP Save Food Packaging consortium, which includes the Australasian Institute of Packaging (AIP) as the project lead, RMIT University as the research arm, and an industry led consortium that brought together experts in the field including Sealed Air, Zipform Packaging, Multivac, Result Group and Plantic, have won the inaugural End Food Waste Australia Food Waste Action Award for Collaboration for the world-first ‘Save Food Packaging Criteria and Framework’ project.

One of the objectives of this project was for the AIP to establish a voice for Save Food Packaging within the greater realm of sustainability and packaging design

The AIP wanted to start talking to the industry about ’Getting the Balance Right’ between Food Waste and Packaging Waste when discussing environmental impacts of product and packaging�

The project, which is a part of the End Food Waste Cooperative Research Centre, has developed a worldfirst set of Save Food Packaging Design Criteria including:

The Save Food Packaging project resources provide training and education materials that will lead to better packaging design, material selection and format selection using appropriate portioning, sealability, resealability features, date labelling, extend shelf life and provide the information required to assist retail, food service and consumers to minimise food waste�

The Save Food Packaging Design Criteria have been globally disseminated through workshops, industry tradeshows, sustainability events, and training modules presented by the AIP

This project is just the start of the AIP continuing to be the subject matter experts in Save Food Packaging design and raising the voice for such an important topic

The next step is for the AIP to help guide businesses into embedding the 5x Save Food Packaging Design principles into their own business

‘Getting the Balance Right’ has now become a cornerstone of the AIP, and the Institute is extremely proud that they were recognised nationally for this industry-important initiative

AIP supports inaugural Food Waste Challenge for start ups

AIP partnered with inaugural Australian Food Waste Challenge to find

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new save food packaging start up

The AIP partnered with the inaugural Australian Food Waste Challenge that sought out innovators and small businesses solving Food Loss and Waste problems. The Challenge was designed to shine a spotlight on them, and connect them to those that will help them in their journey.

The AIP sponsored the Packaging Challenge which complied with the Save Food Packaging guidelines and asked each entrant how would they redesign Food Packaging to be more intuitive and innovative in order to prevent food loss and waste�

The winner for the Packaging Challenge was ZeroTag: The Refillable e-pantry

ZeroTag’s solution is designed that a customer can purchase smart labels and tag refillable and reusable containers and shelves at home The QR code labels can be linked to barcodes for refillable packs linked to an e-pantry for households� Users can add a Use By Date to the products which will then automatically sort them according to the date and when it is due to expire When running low on products in the pantry a simple scan of the ZeroTag label will automatically reorder via the e-pantry store � This solution assists households to decide what to buy, when, how much and how to avoid food waste� https://www�zerotag�au/

All finalists will receive mentoring and support from the End Food Waste Australia team, the Rocket Seeder network and the sponsors involved in the Challenge�

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We recently attended the Fispal Packaging Show in Brasil to investigate sustainable solutions in South America. During our visit, we had the privilege of meeting: Luciana Pellegrino

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Our commitment to sustainability extends beyond borders, as we continuously seek innovative ways to reduce environmental impact.

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Product stewardship program, Simply Cups drives circular economy in communities.

PAK-PAVE™ Roads is Australia’s first road made with single-use coffee cups and other paper cups, and enjoyed by communities such as Penrith City Council

The lower carbon road has many functional and sustainability benefits:

Improved pavement durability and crack resistance

Improved wet weather skid resistance and reduced noise levels from surface texture

Less raw materials required

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2024 Open Home at Yatala deemed a huge success

On 8th of August 2024, OjiFS Packaging Queensland’s metro sales team hosted its inaugural “Open Home” event, welcoming several metro customers and a few prospects for an exclusive tour of their Yatala manufacturing plant.

The event provided a platform to showcase the OjiFS operations, innovations like the cardboard pallet, and their sustainability initiatives in collaboration with the Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO)� The agenda began with an opening speech by Sheahan Perera, Sales Manager QLD Metro, followed by key presentations

Wolf Lorenz (GM PAU) offered insights into Oji Holdings and Packaging Queensland’s role in their global operations Jason Cairns-Lawrence (State Sales Manager QLD/VIC) provided an update on the Northern Hort market, while Nicola Washbourn (National HR Manager) discussed their people, culture, and safety practices�

A highlight of the event was Stephen Tohill's presentation (Technical Manager) on innovation and sustainability, further supplemented by guest speaker Prof � Pierre Pienaar MSc FAIP, FIPSA, CPPL of the Australian Institute of Packaging, who shared valuable updates on global and local sustainability trends The event concluded with a guided plant tour, allowing customers to experience OjiFS's five-star Green Star facility firsthand and reinforcing their commitment to sustainability, innovation and being future focused�

The success of this event was made possible by the dedication and commitment of Sheahan Perera's amazing team, particularly Marchaine Bohm, Creg Aspinall, Michael Gibbs, and Leonie Shearer, along with support from the customer service team and the entire OjiFS Packaging Queensland staff � Each team member contributed in some way� The positive feedback from their customers, including follow-up emails expressing their appreciation, highlights the event’s impact

Anticipated Key Outcomes:

• Increased Customer Loyalty: Personalised interactions heightened customer appreciation for our commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability

• Enhanced Brand Reputation: Showcasing their innovative practices strengthened their image and is expected to generate positive word-of-mouth

• Increased Awareness: Customers gained a clearer understanding of their technological advancements, sustainability efforts, and their role as a market leader, underpinned by OjiFS's core values

Thank you to everyone who was involved in making this event a success� OjiFS Packaging continue to innovate, focus on the future, and reinforce their leadership in the industry�

Effortless Waste Handling with the Fully Automatic BaleTainer®

The BaleTainer ® from Strautmann Umwelttechnik is a fully automatic baler designed to efficiently compress large volumes of waste materials such as cardboard, octabins, film, PET bottles, and cans. By automating the compaction process, it significantly reduces manual labour and saves time.

A major benefit of the BaleTainer® is its ability to compact waste safely and easily without the need for pre-crushing or pre-pressing, making it exceptionally user-friendly The flexible design allows it to integrate seamlessly into existing workflows, with customisation options to meet specific business needs� This automation not only minimises physical strain on employees but also allows them to focus on more critical tasks, enhancing overall productivity

Hansa Heemann AG, a beverage company in Germany, has significantly enhanced its waste management system with the installation of multiple BaleTainer machines, leading to notable efficiency gains and improved employee satisfaction� Prior to the upgrade, the company handled its waste materials—cardboard, film, and PET bottles—using large troughs This setup involved up to 15 troughs spread throughout production and warehouse areas� Employees manually inserted materials into these troughs, due to loose collection of the material the filling volume of the troughs was exhausted very fast and required frequent movement outside for disposal

The introduction of Strautmann balers marked a dramatic shift in the waste disposal process The new system has resulted in substantial time savings by eliminating need for manual compaction and removing need for any trough emptying � Highly compacted bales are now transported by forklift directly to an outdoor collection trough and picked up by a disposal company, streamlining the entire process� The ability to produce directly marketable bales has also increased revenue potential� Employee satisfaction has also seen a boost due to the more streamlined process, and the work environment is now notably tidier and more organised

The adoption of Strautmann balers has been a transformative step for Hansa Heemann AG, making waste management more economical, efficient, and employee-friendly compared to their previous system� Strautmann's automatic balers are known for their durability and reliability, supported by excellent aftersales service The BaleTainer® offers various automatic filling options, including manual loading, forklift operation, conveyor belt input, ramp usage, lift and tilt devices, or wall connections It features fully automatic bale tying and continuous 24/7 feeding capability, allowing for uninterrupted and quiet waste processing and disposal of up to 4 bales per hour The BaleTainer® proves an effective solution for optimising waste management processes, suitable for indoor or outdoor use

Contact CEMAC technologies for more information.

Baletainer® installed in a distribution centre.

NEW

Close the Loop Rebrand

Since O F Packaging and Close the Loop merged in December of 2021, the company has continued to strive for excellence and innovation across the packaging and resource recovery /recycling sectors, operating across 4 diverse global regions in the US, Europe, Australia, and South Africa.

We are taking another bold step forward with the launch of our new, invigorated brand� Drawing from the unique strengths and experiences of the 16 individual businesses and brands currently part of the overall group, we are transitioning these individual identities to the Close the Loop name moving forward, including the packaging business O F Packaging itself

CEO Joe Foster states “This is more than just a visual upgrade; it is a commitment to uniting our teams, businesses, and offerings under a cohesive and powerful identity as one global team.”

The updated brand mark you will begin to see in the market embodies the bold and passionate energy that defines Close the Loop and has been designed to represent the journey of the business to this point, as well as provide an outlook to its exciting future

As Joe states, 'Close the Loop' is not just a brand; it’s a philosophy and a strategy to streamline our operations and present a unified front to our customers, partners, investors and our dedicated team.”

To those outside the business, the work that Close the Loop do to create better packaging products for brand owners while collecting, sorting and recycling difficult product streams may be messy and complex, but the ethos is simple- our name is our mission We look to continue the great work we are already achieving while expanding further our sustainability-focused offerings, to develop even greater pathways for clients towards a circular economy, a closed loop material chain

The loop utilised by the new brand represents the two key segments in which our business operates, with one side representing collection, and the other representing creation� The colours chosen by Close the Loop reflect the history of the individual businesses, while also linking to the environment and innovation, symbolising the ongoing evolution of the business and the people that work within�

“As we developed our new brand, we recognised that our values needed to truly reflect the spirit and ethos of our teams while showing the areas in which we operate. Our values are not prescriptive mandates handed down from above; rather, they are a representation of the qualities and principles that emerged from our teams during branding workshops,” says Joe

Close the Loop identified the common threads that bind our diverse teams and services together, and have used these innate qualities already embodied by the overall business as a foundation to our brand invigoration�

“Our values are a testament to who we are and what we stand for. They reflect our commitment to innovation, our drive for excellence, and our unwavering dedication to sustainability and community.”

Close the Loop, O F Packaging, and the other businesses within the Group will all transition to the new Close the Loop brand in the coming months, however in our day to day, it is business as usual- with a reinvigorated drive for continual evolution, innovation, and growth for ourselves and our partners�

For more information, please contact Close the Loop: Investor Enquiries: Warrick Lace – WarrickL@closetheloop�com�au Marketing Enquiries: Jessica O’Donnell- JessO@closetheloop�com�au

APCO unveils 2030 Strategic Plan to advance packaging industry Association News

APCO has published its 2030 Strategic Plan, setting a bold path to increase recycling and meet national packaging targets.

This plan will provide economic incentives for material circularity, establish mechanisms to achieve national packaging targets, and enhance the social license for brands using packaging For the first time, a new fee model will create financial incentives for packaging design and direct the targeted expenditure of Covenant funds within the system

New food waste paper

Circular Analytics present the first paper in their benchmarking series in cooperation with FH Campus Wien | University of Applied Sciences entitled ‘Influence of Packaging Design on Technical Emptiability of Dairy Products and Implications on Sustainability through Food Waste Reduction’. (Authors: Michelle K., Charlotte Werner, Manfred Tacker and Silvia Apprich).

The paper deals with the important topic of reducing food waste, in this case through better packaging design contribute significantly to environmental challenges studies have quantified losses throughout the value chain, little is known about the impact of packaging design on food residue quantities

dairy product packaging using established and new methods for standardised analysis

significantly with product type, fat content, viscosity, packaging type and design, and consumer handling like yogurt drinks and buttermilk can leave over 4% of their total weight as residue, while low-viscosity products like milk leave less than 1% instructions, such as shaking before opening, can notably reduce these residues aim for packaging that is easy to empty, thereby reducing food waste, improving recycling, and enhancing the environmental sustainability of dairy packaging

Nature builds things from CO 2 , and so do we

Today we’re proud to be the world leader in using plants to turn greenhouse gases into performance materials called Ingeo™.

iQRenew is proud to announce the opening of its new Soft Plastic Engineered Commodity (SPEC) Facility, located on the Mid North Coast of NSW. SPEC is Australia’s first purpose-built site for processing post-consumer soft plastics. Through advanced mechanical recycling processes, the facility is the missing link in Australia’s recycling infrastructure.

The SPEC facility is the culmination of over four years of rigorous testing, trials, investment and innovation, reflecting iQRenew’s dedication to addressing Australia’s recycling needs�

The facility sorts and processes 100% post-consumer soft plastics, making it well positioned to support the Curby CurbCycle ‘bag-in-a-bin’ program run by councils around the country and to support the future soft plastics collection scheme being developed by industry

Danial Gallagher, CEO of iQRenew said, “iQRenew is truly proud to be at the forefront of solutions for postconsumer soft plastics in Australia. The journey hasn’t been easy, but we are committed to building a robust value chain for this complex waste stream. My team has worked tirelessly to make SPEC, a reality. I extend my gratitude to them and our partners. Looking ahead, we hope for greater collaboration across the entire supply chain—from brand partners to government and industry bodies—so we can all work together to deliver a circular economy, fit for our future.”

SPEC has capacity to process 15 thousand tonnes of material annually It transforms post-consumer soft plastic into high-grade feedstock tailored to various manufacturers needs:

• A-grade product is suitable for both chemical and mechanical processors and will enable the growth and development of this market in Australia

• B-grade material is ideal for making recycled pellets for use in manufacturing plastic products� Examples of this include non-food grade films, construction and agricultural products and many other plastic items

• C-grade material is suitable for products made from extrusion moulding such as park benches, bollards, fence posts and many other moulded products�

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