AIP February 2023 eNewsletter

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Thomas Antonas Associate (AAIP) NSW

Johannes Bergmair Member (MAIP CPP)International

Jillian Rae Gonzales Associate (AAIP) NSW

Jean Liao Associate (AAIP) QLD

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Shira Rosen Member (MAIP CPP)International

Rizal Leonardo Simatupang Associate (AAIP)International

Becky Yang Associate (AAIP) VIC

Hartanto Yuwo Associate (AAIP) International

 Vale Emeritus Ian Fletcher FAIP 

AIP Member for 48 years

It is with the saddest of hearts that the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) advise that Life Member and Fellow of the Institute, Ian Fletcher was tragically killed in a car accident on Phillip Island on Christmas Day.

Ian dedicated 48 years to the AIP and was instrumental in the Southern Region for decades. Ian was a Past President, the AIP Treasurer, Southern Regional Director, AIP Board Member and more. He was recognised over the decades with a number of Distinguished Service Awards, a Fellowship and Life Membership.

Even in retirement Fletch still wanted to help the AIP so he was nominated our ‘time-keeper’ at many of our packaging conferences. Ian was given a bell and for all those that attended our conferences you would recall you did not mess with his time-keeping!

Whilst the bell may have stopped ringing Ian’s contribution to the AIP will not be forgotten.

The AIP would like to send our deepest condolences to his wife Roz, his children and grandchildren at this time.

Ian was looking forward to celebrating the 60th Anniversary of the AIP in 2023 so we will make sure he is remembered and celebrated with many of our Members in September.

Messages from AIP Members

So very sad to hear about the tragic passing of Ian, a member of the AIP since August 1975, also a fellow and life member whom was instrumental in the Victorian branches success since he joined.

Ian never shied away from a debate and was passionate about packaging and its place in the world.

When I become the AIP President, Ian was one of the first to contact me and passed on lots of historical records about the AIP through the 80’s and 90’s. He will be missed.

Jason Fields, FAIP, CPP - AIP President

Sincere condolences to Ros and the family. Ian was a definitely a 'people person' always looking to help others. His wit and repartee will be sadly missed by his many friends. At our next catch up dinner we will all raise a glass of vintage red to honour our mate.

Llew Stephens FAIP

Vale, Ian. A truly wonderful, generous man. Being in Ian’s presence was always one of life’s great joys.

Our deepest sympathies to Ros, Marianne, Mark and family at this time of great loss.

Michael Mosley

‘Fletch’ we knew one another for so many years and you will be sorely missed by all.

Allan Kenny FAIP

 Vale Emeritus Ian Fletcher

AIP Member for 48 years

FAIP 

Messages from AIP Members

What a wonderful man, now sadly gone. My friend for 38 years. Sincere condolences to Ros and family. Ian was a giving person, always the first to volunteer. Through AIP years, his role at VHRR Phillip Island and more recently with the Mission to Seamen he was always present with a big smile and willingness to help. I will miss our chats at Mostly Mozart and over a red wine at Pino’s.

John Upstill

On behalf of everyone at the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) we are all sending our deepest condolences to Ian’s family at this time. He was an exemplary volunteer, dedicated to the AIP and to helping ensure that the Institute grew to become the peak professional body for packaging education and training that it is today. Ian will be missed by many AIP Members across the country.

Nerida Kelton MAIP

Vale Ian. A person who became a very good and supportive friend over the years. Always willing to help others and passionate about the Industry he cherished. The DK dinners became legendary, as packaging mates shared the table with banter and more than a few laughs. You will be sadly missed Ian… you made a difference, which will be your legacy.

David Corduff

Rest in Peace Fletch. We met in the early 1980s and almost immediately became firm friends. Ian showed me the ropes of the packaging industry of which he was equally knowledgeable and passionate. We were work colleagues for a time and I am forever grateful for his guidance and enthusiasm in a very challenging growth business.

Ian was essentially the glue that kept a group of friends in regular contact. The DK dinners will remain a huge part of his legacy as we 'solved the world’s problems' over a shared glass of excellent red. He lived an extremely full and valuable life and will be missed by many. Sincere condolences to Ros and the family.

Ian became our friend and my mentor 20 years ago through AIP and we have reta ined that easy friendship until now. Ian had a great love for his family and was very highly respected in his large circle of friends and colleagues. His dedication to the Seafarer’s Mission and also the AIP were without question. His quick wit and sense of humor endeared my wife, Mary and I, to Ian and his friendship will be cherished and not forgotten.

Our love and sincere condolences to Ros and all of Ian’s family.

Ron and Mary Mines

Graeme Robertson-Smith

Vale 'Fletch' Positive, Energetic, Passionate, Witty and a love for all things packaging, I will dearly miss your warm welcoming smile Ian. I was lucky enough to have met you 18 years ago at my first AIP dinner where you extended a warm welcome and shared your stories from the get go. Your insight continued through to my AIP presidency and beyond. Always a huge supporter and volunteer for the industry. Glad we shared one last red in November dear friend. Condolences to your loving family.

Michael Grima MAIP

Position Vacant O F Packaging Group: Sales Account Manager

About the company

O F Packaging have built a highly successful and globally recognised company now listed on the ASX, that is renowned for their specialisation of manufacturing and the sourcing of flexible packaging. Their success is a result of multi-ambitious and innovative companies joining forces to provide a service second to none, both locally and internationally. The company is proud to be able to fill a muchneeded gap in the market with products ranging from flexible, rigid, and shelf ready packaging. This is also complemented by working in true partnership with their customers on the design and development of products, ensuring their customers brands hold the highest integrity.

O F Packaging know their products and know the customers they work with, they are dynamic, innovative, and committed to providing an ultimate experience and solution for their customers.

If this opportunity sounds like the right one for you, please submit your application now by providing your resume and cover letter detailing why you think you are the right person for the role.

About the role

O F Packaging are seeking a talented and driven Sales Account Manager to join their sales team and work closely with existing clients, as well as develop new client relationships in the flexible packaging space. You will be working across broad industry segments, predominately within the food, snack food and pet food industries.

What you would be doing

Based out of their head office in Oakleigh South, you will be charged with the responsibility of servicing the current client portfolio in the domestic market.

You will add significant value through:

• Identify leads and opportunities to win new business.

• Maintain and grow an existing portfolio of key clients.

• Build a strong sales pipeline and proactively research potential clients.

• P repare and present quotes.

• Ensur ing absolute customer satisfaction.

You will be required to:

• Take ownership of your client base, to achieve your targeted annual sales result.

• Assist in developing and implementing sales strategy to achieve KPI’s.

• H igh level of business development focus.

• Establish and maintain healthy business relationships.

Who we’re looking for

You are not one to sit around and wait for things to happen, you move with purpose, direction, and passion. Importantly you really do know how to find and convert new business, creating that need in the market; needless to say, your sales pipeline always looks strong and is accurate.

Being previously exposed to long sales cycles, you have no doubt perfected the right amount of follow up required or project management that really does provide that insight for new customers of what the level of service they are likely to expect from choosing you. You are resourceful, confident, take your job seriously but not yourself.

In order to be successful, there are a couple of things that we ask of you:

• D emonstrated success in Sales/New Business Development.

• S trong influencing skills.

• Clear and engag ing verbal and written communication.

• S trong follow up skills.

• A ttention to detail.

• P revious experience within packaging or printing is highly desirable.

Position Vacant Yates: Packaging Scientist

• F lexible work arrangements; hybrid role with flexible start and finish time

• C ompetitive salary package and opportunity for career progression

• Ex clusive DuluxGroup discounts and benefits

About the position

As a Packaging Scientist for Yates, you will manage the technology that falls into the home garden plant health, plant protection and ‘other’ categories, ensuring that Yates delivers product innovation. This opportunity plays a critical role in the future growth of the Yates business through delivery of category leading innovation and sustained leadership of product stewardship initiatives and will work closely with other functions within the Yates business including Procurement, Marketing, Supply chain and other members of the R&D team to develop packaging solutions.

Responsibilities

• G enerate new packaging products in response to project development briefs.

• Run scien tifically robust manufacturing trials to validate packaging suitability, provide successful product launches and any other trials deemed necessary to de-risk project delivery.

• P repare written reports of trial outcomes and recommendations.

• Ensur e commercialisation documentation such as specifications, tech packs, INOMF, Gate paper checklists are completed in a timely and accurate manner.

• Develop enduring relationships with new and existing key technology partners.

Benefits

• Suppor t for your health and wellbeing via their ‘Wellbeing at Dulux’ program.

• Suppor ting the Community’ action day for you to give back to your community.

• A ccess to learning and development opportunities to accelerate your growth.

• G enerous parental leave offering for primary and secondary carers.

• True recognition through their various employee award schemes.

• A ccess to the DuluxGroup product ranges at a generous discounted rate.

There may be slight variations between Australia and New Zealand or Permanent and Fixed Term workers.

Skills & Experience

• Ideally , a tertiary qualification in a scientific or engineering discipline.

• A bility to translate technical data into consumerfriendly content.

• P roven experience within the packaging space, designing experiments and trials to validate suitability of packaging innovation.

• Ex cellent written and verbal communication skills.

• T he ability to seek out improvements and drive process enhancements.

About DuluxGroup

DuluxGroup is a leading marketer and manufacturer of premium branded products.

They employ approximately 8,000 people in Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, South-East Asia, China, Europe and the United Kingdom.

DuluxGroup is made up of six main business areas comprising of 50 well recognised brands, this opportunity sits within their Yates Garden Care business. Yates has long been Australia and New Zealand’s leading marketer and manufacturer of consumer garden care products. It’s range of premium products include fertilisers, plant protection products, packet seeds, plant food, lawn seeds, potting mix and garden accessories.

Culture

At DuluxGroup, they are united by a shared set of values and behaviours that guide the way they work. They offer a supportive and collaborative workplace that values a diversity of perspective. DuluxGroup strive for an innovative, flexible and inclusive workplace where employees can perform at their best.

DuluxGroup welcomes qualified applicants, regardless of your gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, age or disability. Talent is their only criteria. Let them know if you need any special accommodations to participate fully in the recruitment process.

BACK IN PERSON IN 2023

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MARCH 2023 TUE WED

AIP AUSTRALASIAN PACKAGING CONFERENCE & BEYOND

The AIP Australasian Packaging Conference will be held in person in on the 28th and 29th March 2023. This will be the first time since the pandemic that the AIP has been able to run this important industry event in real life. 2023 is also a very special year for the AIP in that the Institute will be celebrating its 60th Anniversary.

The 2023 AIP Australasian Packaging Conference will be held at the Crown Promenade, Melbourne on the 28th & 29th of March and will be designed to deliver a two-day educational program that will cover a broad range of topics relating to the theme 2025 & BEYOND.

The conference will look at how the various industries are heading towards the 2025 National Packaging Targets and will cover topics such as refusal, reduction, reuse, recycle and circularity. The speakers will also look at what is beyond 2025 and what the industry needs to do to design out waste, eliminate problematic materials, reduce single use plastic and ensure that we are capable of collecting, sorting, recovering and recycling all the materials and packaging formats in Australia and New Zealand.

Hear from lead experts in all areas of the waste hierarchy and the opportunity to network with likeminded professionals who are working towards, and beyond 2025.

http://aipack.com.au/event-registration/?ee=387

2023 AIP AUSTRALASIAN PACKAGING CONFERENCE

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28 & 29 March 2023

Crown Promenade, Melbourne

JUST SOME OF THE EXCEPTIONAL SPEAKERS

Rebecca Gilling CEO, Planet Ark

Bryan McKay FAIP Head of Packaging, Woolworths Food Company

Geoff Parker CEO, Australian Beverages Council

Tanya Barden OAM CEO, Australian Food and Grocery Council

James Dorney CEO, TOMRA Cleanaway

Brianna Casey CEO, Foodbank Australia

Raquel Said CEO, NutriV

Mike Davies Co-Founder, Greenskin Wine

Marlene Cronje-Vermeulen MAIP Future Works Manager, CCEP

Brooke Donnelly General Manager, Sustainability, Coles Group

Gian De Belder Technical Director, Procter & Gamble (P&G)

Simon Mathewson Chief Financial Officer, Licella

Karunia Adhiputra (Adhi) AAIP Head of Packaging Oceania, Nestlé Australia

Liza Vernalls MAIP Packaging Innovation Manager, Yates

Campbell Chesworth Business Development, The Little Big Dairy Co

Jacqueline Kay Marketing Manager, Brownes Dairy

PACKAGING CONFERENCE

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28 & 29 March 2023 Crown Promenade, Melbourne

JUST SOME OF THE EXCEPTIONAL SPEAKERS

Judith Raj Operations Manager, DentaLife

Jacqueline Kay Marketing Manager, Brownes Dairy

Richard Smith FAIP Director Sustainability - Asia Pacific, Amcor Flexibles Asia Pacific

Jonathan West Executive General Manager Strategy & Joint Ventures, Pact Group

Rose Gooding Sustainability Manager, Goodman Fielder

Scott Henschke AAIP Head of Sales & Marketing, Confoil

Campbell Chesworth Business Development, The Little Big Dairy Co

Liza Vernalls MAIP Packaging Innovation Manager, Yates

Bill Heague General Manager, Mars Food Australia

Adam Lindsay Founder, Chief Innovation Officer, Koh

Marcel Sieira Chief Customer Office, GS1 Australia

Darren Thorpe Managing Director, APR Plastics

Nicole Garafano PhD, AAIP Head of Circular Economy Development, Planet Ark

Luke Pavan Marketing Director, Hungry Jack’s

Lisa Rippon-Lee Vice President, Public Affairs, Communications & Sustainability Coca-Cola Europacific Partners

Andrea Baldwin Team Leader Waste Management, AlburyCity

SME ARL program and ARL Marketplace update

As you may already be aware the AIP is a part of the SME ARL Program which is a new initiative to help more SMEs adopt the ARL on their packaging. The campaign is funded by the Australian Government and being delivered in partnership with the Australian Institute of Packaging, the Australian Food and Grocery Council, the National Retail Association and APCO.

The ARL Marketplace currently features a range of free educational tools, videos, factsheets, animations, and other resources including learning modules developed by the AIP. These tools provide SMEs with all the information they need to build more sustainable practices in their business. We would encourage you to register on the portal to be able to access the available resources and also share these details with your own customers.

When you register on the portal to access the resources please tick AIP from the drop down boxes as where you heard about the platform.

The opportunity for packaging manufacturers

The ARL Marketplace will be a new way for packaging manufacturers to: Reach more SME customers and provide a new value-add for you existing SME customer base. Be recognised in campaign marketing and communications as an accredited supplier of packaging that's ready to label with Australia's most robust recyclability labelling program, the ARL.

Simplify the PREP assessment experience with new streamlined product groupings.

Program activity and timings

home to a range of sustainable packaging tools and resources to help your SME customers understand the value of sustainable packaging, including:

• Free training modules from the Australian Institute of Packaging, Australia’s peak professional body for packaging training and education.

• The Packaging Impact Calculator to help SMEs start to understand the environmental impacts of packaging design decisions.

• A range of informative fact sheets, animations and resource toolkits.

Please share this information with your own customers. Please ask them when they register their interest on the portal to please tick AIP as where they heard about the platform.

ARL Marketplace vendor program to be launched in 2023

In addition to what is already available on the marketplace a new packaging platform will be launched in May to help bring SME’s and suppliers together. The purpose of the vendor program is to provide a simple sourcing solution that connects small-to-medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with packaging formats that are ready to label with the Australasian Recycling Label (ARL). The packaging made available on the platform will be listed from a community of accredited packaging vendors.

February 2023: Throughout February, a pilot project will be conducted with a sample of representative manufacturers and labellers to test the platform technology and user experience for vendors and SMEs.

• April 2023: Applications will open to all Australian packaging manufacturers and labellers to start the vendor accreditation process. More in-depth information about the accreditation process will be available in early 2023.

• May 2023: Sourcing functionality goes live.

Expression of interest for the ARL Marketplace vendor program

The SME ARL Program is inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) from Australian packaging manufacturers distributors, wholesalers and labellers to become accredited vendors on the ARL Marketplace.

Invitations to become an accredited vendor will open in April 2023.

Businesses are invited to register their interest now to receive updates about the ARL Marketplace development process and a reminder when applications are open.

To register your interest in becoming an accredited vendor, please complete the expression of interest form. If you would like to talk to someone about how your business can be involved, please click on the 'request a call back' option and a member of our partnership will contact you.

Click here for link to Expression of Interest Form

Up-Coming Courses, Webinars & Tradeshows

MARCH 2023

WPO Webinar: Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Programs from across the globe

WHEN: 14 March 2023

WHERE: Online

WHAT: Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for packaging is gaining global attention and adoption. This brings to the forefront the need to harmonise EPR across diverse regions, especially given the global interconnectedness of the economy and consumer packaged goods markets. There are many different approaches to the strategy, and many go beyond providing for end-of-life services to promote responsible product design, infrastructure improvements and market development. Effective EPR is often seen as a necessary piece of the puzzle in addressing the current recycling challenges and concern over single-use packaging waste. EPR schemes aim to encourage producers to change design at the start to ensure that the materials and packaging are truly recyclable and recovered at end of life.

The intergovernmental Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development’s (OECD) definition of Extended Producer Responsibility identifies two specific features: the shifting of responsibility for disposal ‘upstream’ from municipalities to producers and encouragement through incentives to make the design of products more environmentally friendly.

This webinar will seek to better understand what EPR really looks like in Europe, Germany, India and The United Kingdom including the revised EU Packaging & Packaging Waste (PPW) Directive, EPR legislations, eco modulation and other product stewardship programs that are working successfully. EPR programs differ around the world and this webinar will help to show you how various countries and regions are working towards lowering environmental impacts of their materials and packaging and ensuring that we have packaging that is circular by design. By attending this session you will be able to find out more about what is working and steps towards a more harmonised approach to EPR globally. The panellists will also share tips to improve EPR programs and discuss the barriers and challenges that they have experienced establishing an EPR program in their region.

MODERATOR: SPEAKERS:

2023 Australasian Packaging Conference

WHEN: 28 - 29 March 2023

WHERE: Crown Promenade, Melbourne

WHAT: The AIP Australasian Packaging Conference will be held in person in March 2023. This will be the first time since the pandemic that we have been able to run this important industry event in real life. 2023 is also a very special year for the AIP in that we will be celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Institute.

The 2023 AIP Australasian Packaging Conference will be held at the Crown Promenade, Melbourne on the 28th & 29th of March and will be designed to deliver a two-day educational program that will cover a broad range of topics relating to the theme 2025 & BEYOND.

Antro Säilä President - EPICEuropean Packaging Institutes' Consortium Chairman - Rinki, the Finnish Packaging Recycling Company Chairman - Scandinavian Packaging Association

Dr Priyank Arya Vice PresidentWaste Management & Recycling Society (WMARS) Founder Director - EHS Services

Vivian Loftin Vice PresidentCo-Founder Rec yda

Joseph Doherty Managing Director Re-Gen Waste Vice President Sustainability & Save FoodWorld Packaging Organisation (WPO) Executive Director – Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP)

Up-Coming Courses, Webinars & Tradeshows

MARCH 2023

2023 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards

WHEN: 28 March 2023

WHERE: Crown Promenade, Melbourne

WHAT: Coordinated by the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP), the 2023 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards are designed to recognise companies and individuals who are making a significant difference in their field in Australia and New Zealand.

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MAY 2023

Interpack

WHEN: 4 - 10 May 2023

WHERE: Dusseldorf, Germany

WHAT: Interpack is far more than just a packaging show. As the world's leading trade fair, it is the major inspiration for the packaging industry and all related process technologies. 2,700 exhibitors from more than 60 countries will present their latest ideas, innovate concepts and technological visions at interpack - not only in equipment and machinery for packaging and processing, but also in production tools for packaging materials, materials themselves, and services for the entire industry.

2023 WorldStar Global Packaging Awards

WHEN: 6 May 2023

WHERE: Dusseldorf, Germany

19 Australian Companies to receive awards

WHAT: WPO is happy to announce that the upcoming WorldStar Award Ceremony for 2023 will take place physically on 6th May 2023, in Düsseldorf (Germany), during Interpack trade show (May 4-10 2023).

JUNE 2023

ProPak Asia 2023 AIP to host training course & seminars alongside

WHEN: 14 - 17 June 2023

WHERE: Bangkok, Thailand

WHAT: ProPak Asia 2023, the leading Processing & Packaging trade event for Food, Drink, Pharmaceutical, Cosmetics, and Consumer Products brings together exhibiting companies and buyers from around the world.

ProPak Asia is returning in its 30th installment as the Premier Processing & Packaging event of its kind in Asia and continuing in its commitment to provide the industries with the latest advancements in machinery, technologies and innovative solutions. This year, ProPak Asia offers its Hybrid exhibition presents both physical and virtual exhibitions together, where you can visit booths at BITEC and interact with exhibitors on the online platform at your convenience aiming to overcome global challenges and driving industry into the future that will require quality products and efficient solutions to feed a growing population and protect the environment digitally.

Up-Coming Courses, Webinars & Tradeshows

JULY 2023

Foodpro 2023

WHEN: 23 - 26 July 2023

AIP to host training course & more alongside

WHERE: Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre

WHAT: Running for over 50 years, foodpro is southern hemisphere’s biggest and longest running trade event dedicated to all sectors of food and beverage manufacturing and processing. Although changing consumer demand has created pressure on the manufacturing industry in the past few years, this sector remains one of the strongest and biggest manufacturing sectors in Australia – and foodpro is looking forward to continuing to support this thriving and resilient industry.

Australasian Waste & Recycling Expo (AWRE) 2023

WHEN: 26 & 27 July 2023

WHERE: International Convention Centre Sydney

WHAT: Discover an exciting showcase of full circle innovative products and sustainable solutions to collect, process and recycle waste more smartly. Future critical areas include Machinery & Equipment, Software & Services, Bins, Vehicles, Food & Organics and more. Connect with an influential community of waste and recycling professionals, suppliers/service providers, government departments, public sector bodies and special interest groups to successfully drive change throughout your specialist area.

SEPTEMBER 2023

AIP 60th Anniversary Dinner

WHEN: 1 September 2023

WHERE: Aviary, Crown Promenade, Melbourne

WHAT: 2023 will be a very special year for the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) as we will be celebrating 60 years as the peak professional body for packaging training and education in Australasia. We are inviting all of our Members to help us celebrate by finding out what you have seen change in the industry, what you have learned along the way and more.

AIP packaging sessions alongside

PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2023

WHEN: 11 - 13 September 2023

Up-Coming Courses, Webinars & Tradeshows

SEPTEMBER 2023

WHERE: Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, Nevada

WHAT: Every two years, PACK EXPO Las Vegas brings together all packaged goods and life sciences industries for the most productive week of the year. This is where suppliers showcase their latest innovations and end users discover game-changing solutions to packaging and processing challenges. With thousands of solutions on display, PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2023 is the one show in North America where consumer packaged goods and life sciences companies can count on finding the right solutions for their next project.

FoodTech PackTech 2023

WHEN: 19 - 21 September 2023

WHERE: Auckland Showgrounds

WHAT: New Zealand’s foremost food and packaging technology exhibition where New Zealand’s food manufacturing sector encounters new materials, processes and technology from the world’s top suppliers. 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.

OCTOBER 2023

thinkfood LIVE AIP & AIFST Content Partners

WHEN: 25-26 October 2023

WHERE: Carriageworks, Sydney

WHAT: Introducing thinkfood LIVE, ‘the food NPD event’, showcasing the ideas, ingredients and innovation of the food manufacturing, retail and FMCG industries. An exhibition and conference established specifically to support the new product development cycle, the event will cover everything from consumer insights and packaging, to design agencies and test kitchens. There will be a key focus on ingredients and flavour houses, who can help emerging and established businesses curate the perfect launch pad for their new product or brand.

An independent event, aiming to deliver innovative solutions and novel ingredients alongside an unrivalled education program – thinkfood connects select vendors, content creators and service providers with the professionals that bring new food products to life.

Stand bookings are also now open.

Waste Expo Australia

WHEN: 25-26 October 2023

WHERE: Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

WHAT: Waste Expo Australia is the country's largest gathering of waste management and resource recovery professionals. Alongside our largest ever conference program, running across 4 different tracks with 60+ individual sessions and over 100 leading national and international experts, Waste Expo Australia will feature 100+ brands with presence from both local and international exhibitors, providing a platform to discover the latest breakthrough innovations shaping the future of the waste, recycling and resource recovery industry.

Attracting more than 6,000 industry professionals, Waste Expo Australia is a must-attend event in the industry's calendar. Be part of this free-to-attend exhibition and conference from 25-26 October 2023 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.

AIP to host training course & more alongside

Up-Coming Courses, Webinars & Tradeshows

19 - 21 September 2023

Auckland Showgrounds

New Zealand’s foremost food and packaging technology exhibition where New Zealand’s food manufacturing sector encounters new materials, processes and technology from the world’s top suppliers

See us at stand 160

The AIP will be running a series of packaging forums and a training course during the three days. More information to come soon.

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Australia & New Zealand continues its reign in the WorldStar Packaging Awards

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2023 WORLDSTAR WINNERS FROM AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND

2023

The Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) is pleased to announce that in the latest round of WorldStar Packaging Awards, Australian & New Zealand companies received the second highest amount of wins in the world behind Japan. This is the second year in a row that the region has dominated the global awards program, which is a true reflection of the innovative packaging designs being developed in the Southern Hemisphere.

The 2023 WorldStar Packaging Awards attracted a record-breaking 488 entries from 41 countries with 45 judges from across the globe determining 228 winners for the 2023 round.

The 9x categories where ANZ designs were recognised include Food, Fresh Fruit & Vegetables, Beverages, Household, Transit, Medical & Pharmaceutical, Health & Personal Care, Labelling & Decoration and Other.

The 2023 WorldStar Packaging Award winners for Australia and New Zealand are:

WorldStar Packaging Awards Food Category :

• Smarties Paperisation - Nestle Australia

• Waitoa free range chicken - Ingham's New Zealand, Sealed Air New Zealand

• Ecotite R barrier shrink bags – Amcor Flexibles

• Praise 100% rPET Mayonnaise Bottle – Goodman Fielder

• FSC Rectangle Paper Containers - BioPak

WorldStar Packaging Awards Fresh Fruit & Vegetables Category:

• Australian Table Grapes (ATGA) pilot – Result Group

Australia & New Zealand continues its reign in the WorldStar Packaging Awards

WorldStar Packaging Awards Beverage Category :

• Kraft Renewable Milk Carton - Brownes Dairy

• Norco 100% rPET Milk bottle – Pact Group

• Coles Home Compostable Coffee Capsules – Coles Group

• Sugarcane pulp hot and cold cup lids – BioPak

• ThermoShield Temperature Monitoring system – Caps & Closures

WorldStar Packaging Awards Household Category :

• Earthwise Eco Laundry Scoop – Earthwise Group

• KOH Kerbside recyclable spout pouch refill pack – O F Packaging & Close the Loop Group

WorldStar Packaging Awards Health & Personal Care Category :

• Etch & Ethos – EGO Pharmaceutical

WorldStar Packaging Awards Medical & Pharmaceutical Category :

• EzyGrip – Caps & Closures

• ID Shield Anti counterfeit system – Caps & Closures

WorldStar Packaging Awards Transit Category :

• JBS and Opal Dunnage Solution – JBS and Opal

WorldStar Packaging Awards Labelling & Decoration Category :

• ID Shield Anti counterfeit system – Caps & Closures

WorldStar Packaging Awards Other Category:

• Royal Australian Mint Coin Box – Macher

The full list of 2023 WorldStar Packaging Award winners are available to view on https://www. worldstar.org/winners/

The WorldStar Special Awards which includes Sustainable Packaging Design, Accessible Design, Packaging that Saves Food and Marketing will not be announced until the 2023 WorldStar Awards ceremony which will be held on the 6th of May 2023 during Interpack which will be held in Germany.

Applications for the 2023 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design Awards will close on the 25th of January. The PIDA Awards are the exclusive feeder program for Australia & New Zealand for the WorldStar Packaging Awards.

Australia & New Zealand continues its reign in the WorldStar Packaging Awards

2023

Australia & New Zealand continues its reign in the WorldStar Packaging Awards

AMCOR FLEXIBLES ASIA PACIFIC WINS 2023 WORLDSTAR AWARD FOR THE AUSTRALIA/NEW ZEALAND REGION

ECOTITE R BARRIER SHRINK BAGS FOR THE FOOD CATEGORY

I am delighted to share Amcor’s new PrimeSeal ™ Eco-Tite ® Recycle-Ready Shrink Bag has just won a prestigious WorldStar award at the World Packaging Organisation’s Global Packaging Awards. This international recognition continues to highlight Amcor’s position as leader in market innovation in meat packaging locally and globally, demonstrating what we can deliver for our customers. The development of the Eco-Tite ® R Shrink Bag has been no small feat for our local team, creating a new lighter, high barrier shrink bag that is free of PVdC and other contaminants that would prevent it from being recycled. It has been designed to be circular, with the ability to add local advanced recycled content by 2025. We will proudly be launching the first shrink bags in Australia in early 2023.

CAPS & CLOSURES

WINS 4 x 2023 WORLDSTAR AWARDS FOR THE AUSTRALIA/NEW ZEALAND REGION

ThermoShield Temperature Monitoring system – BEVERAGES Category

ID Shield Anti counterfeit system – labelling & decoration Category

ID Shield Anti counterfeit system – MEDICAL Category EzyGrip – MEDICAL category

To receive this recognition amongst an incredible array of entries is humbling. Our heartfelt congratulations to all entrants and winners of the WorldStar Awards. The Australia/New Zealand region is clearly leading the way in packaging innovation and product design, second only behind Japan. On this occasion, we were fortunate enough to be selected, and for that, our gratitude to the judges for seeing the vision of ThermoShield, IDShield and EzyGrip, all sensory products that will change the way we interact with packaging in the future.

ThermoShield’s food waste prevention while having endless application possibilities across all industries; IDShield’s visual design and anti-counterfeiting opportunities without any material addition; EzyGrip’s ergonomic refinements that significantly improve accessibility. Our vision is to be a global exemplar, and these awards have provided us with the opportunities, as innovators, to push trends and inject value to motivate change on a worldwide scale. This recognition further aids us in giving our customers world-leading solutions. A huge personal note of thanks to the professional team at Caps & Closures who consistently deliver at the highest level across all aspects of the business.

Brendon

Holmes, Managing Director, Caps & Closures

Mike Cash, President, Asia Pacific Flexibles 2023

Australia & New Zealand continues its reign in the WorldStar Packaging Awards

O F PACKAGING/CLOSE THE LOOP GROUP

WINS 2023 WORLDSTAR AWARD FOR THE AUSTRALIA/NEW ZEALAND REGION

KOH KERBSIDE RECYCLABLE SPOUT POUCH REFILL PACK FOR THE HOUSEHOLD CATEGORY

Close the Loop Group are so grateful to have the hard work and dedication that went into creating this project recognised. Forward-thinking and sustainable brands like Koh are pushing the boundaries, to ensure simpler packaging materials and less plastics are used. This award further substantiates our aim to be leaders in the sustainable packaging solutions, and we will continue our efforts towards helping achieve a more circular economy for the packaging industry.

Joe Foster FAIP, CEO, Close the Loop Group 2023

COLES GROUP

WINS 2023 WORLDSTAR AWARD FOR THE AUSTRALIA/NEW ZEALAND REGION

COLES HOME COMPOSTABLE COFFEE CAPSULES FOR THE BEVERAGES CATEGORY

We are thrilled to accept the WorldStar Packaging Award for our Coles Home Compostable Urban Coffee Culture Pods. At Coles we are always looking for ways to make supermarket Own Brand and Coles Liquor’s exclusive products more eco-friendly and sustainable for shoppers. We know our customers love the convenience of pod-based coffee machines and being able to make café-style coffee at home, but want a better solution for dealing with the used pods which can be difficult to recycle. We also know that very few councils accept compostable packaging in their council food and organics waste bin, which is why we have worked with our suppliers to find a coffee pod solution which customers can compost at home. Composting at home is also a great way for our customers to reduce the amount of food waste going into landfill.

The Home Compostable Urban Coffee Culture Pods allow Coles to provide coffee-lovers a more sustainable solution, while still delivering a delicious quality brew.

Natalie Shaw, Packaging Technologist, Coles Group 2023

JBS AND OPAL

WINS 2023 WORLDSTAR AWARD FOR THE AUSTRALIA/NEW ZEALAND REGION

JBS AND OPAL DUNNAGE SOLUTION FOR THE TRANSIT CATEGORY

Opal Shapes the Future through Sustainable Packaging so winning this WorldStar award sends a strong message that OPAL is living its vision with a bias to action. Also supporting our customers on their own individual sustainability journeys and delivering real and meaningful outcomes, could not make us feel prouder.

Craig Madden, Regional Sales Manager - Industrial, Opal

Australia & New Zealand continues its reign in the WorldStar Packaging Awards

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WINS 2023 WORLDSTAR AWARD FOR THE AUSTRALIA/NEW ZEALAND REGION

SMARTIES RANGE PAPERISATION FOR THE FOOD CATEGORY

Winning the prestigious WorldStar Awards is an amazing recognition for the work in the development of this packaging material. The transition from plastic bag and blocks formats to paper was a collaborative effort between Nestlé packaging experts at our Confectionery R&D Centre in the UK, the Nestlé Institute of Packaging Sciences in Switzerland, and our packaging suppliers. This award shows that there is a strong focus on sustainable packaging materials and we are proud to be leading the way in packaging sustainability. Shifting Smarties packaging to recyclable paper is an important step in realising Nestlé’s ambition to reduce our use of virgin plastics by a third by 2025. We will continue to innovate and work with industry to further our progress in developing packaging for a sustainable future. We thank the Australian Institute of Packaging and the World Packaging Organisation for this award!

2023

Karunia Adhiputra MAIP (Adhi), Head of Packaging Oceania, Nestlé Australia

Australian Traceability Shines at WORLDSTAR Awards for 2023

On January 9th, 2023 – WPO (World Packaging Organisation) announced the winners of the WorldStar 2023 Awards, and Result Group is a proud winner in the category of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables with its Australian Table Grapes Traceability Pilot..

WPO (World Packaging Organisation) is a unique organisation contributing the growth of a sustainable global packaging.

In another record year, the Awards registered 488 entries, from 41 countries, growing from 440 competitors from 37 countries in 2022. “These numbers confirm that WorldStar is the most prestigious and important packaging award in the globe”, celebrates Soha Atallah, WorldStar Coordinator and WPO Vice President of Events.

Packages eligible for WorldStar Awards are those that have already received a national or regional packaging award from a packaging competition that is recognised by WPO , during the last 2 years.

In 2022 Result Group was awarded Silver in 'Outside of the Box Design' with the Australian Table Grape Association (ATGA) traceability pilot for the 2022 (AIP) Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards .

The Australian Table Grapes Traceability Pilot is one of the largest traceability and authentication projects deployed in Australia. The outstanding achievements are the result of collaboration between Australian Table Grape Association, Agriculture Victoria, Perfection Fresh Australia, GS1 Australia, and Result Group . More than 840,000 units of table grapes, including bunch bags,

clamshells, and cartons, were labelled with a unique serialised QR code, further enhanced with the use of GS1 Digital Link standards and exported to over 15 markets in the Asia Pacific Region.

“Agriculture Victoria is delighted to have been part of this award-winning pilot program by funding and partnering with the Australian Table Grape Association to pilot the use of Results Group traceability software with growers and exporters in the sector. We are committed to working with industry to implement new traceability systems that maintain Australia’s competitiveness in international markets and ensure the safety and trustworthiness of produce delivered to overseas consumers. It’s a fantastic outcome to receive this industry recognition and I congratulate everyone who has been involved in this pilot program,” stated Agriculture Victoria Chief Executive, Matt Lowe.

To assist grape growers to connect with consumers and supply chains as well as consumer safety and quality standards, Result Group introduced an industry customised traceability platform, a label printing and management programme, NiceLabel, as well as process automation and scanning technologies, designed to collect end-to-end shipping data. The overall concept was to sell more Australia table grapes by proving authenticity and provenance. Setting high-quality Australian produce in a space of its own... all done with virtually no disruption to current grape harvest and packing processes.

Australian Traceability Shines at WORLDSTAR Awards for 2023

Traceability is often viewed as an 'evolving' technology, the recognition of an Australian company developing Australia’s export credentials 'challenges' that theory. The technology exists, has been deployed and it can be done cost effectively, delivering a strong return on investment.

added Jeff Scott, ATGA CEO.

We are really proud of the pilot and thank the Victorian Government for their support of the project. Thanks also to technology provider Result Group and producer-exporter Perfection Fresh for agreeing to participate in the pilot. To win a world award is an exciting achievement for the Australian Table Grape Association. There was a lot of thought and strategy that went into our traceability pilot to make sure it would be a success.”

The process of the traceability project starts at the farm, where the polybags that will be exported to over 15 markets in the Asia Pacific Region are given unique serialised GS1 Digital Link - enabled QR code labels. Labels also provide crucial traceability information about consumer pack units, cases, and pallet numbers, as well as time and temperature tracking information that was captured through the cloud database, in order to combat all types of food fraud.

The digital twin integrated in the QR code labels ensures that each one is unique and traceable.

Officer, Perfection Fresh commented, award recognises the strong collaboration between a

team of experienced and skilled stakeholders working together to overcome challenges and achieve a result, Perfection Fresh was proud to be part of this pilot project. Packaging is the most important touchpoint for customer and consumer communication. This technology gave us, as a brand owner, the opportunity to ensure product safety and quality across the supply chain as well as obtain direct feedback from users on our product experience.”

Result Group are deeply honoured to have been chosen as a winner of the 2023 WorldStar awards among our global peers and to see the new technology utilised by the pilot enhance authenticity and provenance across the fresh produce sector.

“Winning the award is very humbling and a great recognition for our hard-working and dedicated team. Collaboration with current system vendors and developing interoperable protocols is always a challenge and requires trust and respect. The upside, it opens up new opportunities in the traceability sector, as we continue to strive to further innovative solutions in the Australian market. We couldn't have done it without our partners, the Australian Table Grape Association, Agriculture Victoria, Perfection Fresh Australia, and

Australian Traceability Shines at WORLDSTAR Awards for 2023

WorldStar program highlights the global significance of packaging innovations by promoting technology and innovative solutions, recognising and inspiring packaging experts, and collaborating with brands to explore new ideas.

This is a fantastic opportunity for the packaging community to continue working in the space, finding the most effective solutions and share with the rest of the world.

“We would like to congratulate all project participants in this great achievement. This award is recognition that Australia has the capabilities, technology, and drive to be the world leader in traceability across agricultural sectors, but a lot

still needs to be done. We encourage industry and Australian governments to build on this success and turn traceability into a real differentiator of Australia agricultural exports in international markets,” said GS1 Australia Chief Customer Officer Marcel Sieira.

The complete list of winners is available both in WorldStar or WPO webpages – www.worldstar. org or www.worldpackaging.org – and they will be awarded in a Gala Ceremony on 6 May, during Interpack 2023, in Düsseldorf (Germany), to which Result Group will be present.

Click here to watch the ATGA Traceability Pilot video

Opal, JBS Australia win WorldStar award

Acollaboration between renewable packaging and paper business Opal and Australia’s largest animal protein processor JBS Australia has seen the pair recognised with a 2023 Worldstar global packaging award.

Opal devised an innovative corrugated cardboard dunnage solution to minimise product movement during transportation that can costly in damage and food waste.

JBS Australia group manager sustainability Sam Churchill said the solution lined up with the company’s sustainability commitment, which included working with customers and supply chain partners to increase the recycled content and recyclability of its packaging, as well as reducing the amount of packaging material used and waste within its operations.

“This innovative product has resulted in tangible cost savings and operational efficiencies. By reducing our packaging footprint, we are meeting our sustainability objectives for the benefit of our business and customers, and providing positive environmental outcomes,” Churchill said.

Opal said dunnage is usually constructed from expanded polystyrene (EPS), which can’t be easily recycled and ends up in landfill. Its dunnage solution is a column-like corrugated structure, offering a sustainable, 100 per cent recyclable cardboard alternative to non-recyclable EPS,

supporting the phase out of problematic and unnecessary single-use plastic packaging under Australia’s 2025 National Packaging Targets.

The dunnage also provides enhanced transportation and distribution efficiency for JBS Australia as it accommodates 1800 boxes per pallet compared to traditional EPS dunnage, which enables only 200 boxes packed per pallet.

Opal Fibre Packaging group general manager Brad Hinds said Opal was committed to providing its customers with sustainable, innovative solutions.

“We are delighted to be recognised on a global scale through the WorldStar global packaging award in the transit category. By collaborating with our customers, we can design and produce products that can deliver on functionality, supply chain efficiency, and sustainability,” Hinds said.

The dunnage was previously awarded Gold in both the Sustainable Packaging Design of the Year Industrial sub-category and Outside of the Box Design of the Year at the Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design Awards in 2022.

A collaboration between renewable packaging and paper business Opal and Australia’s largest animal protein processor JBS Australia has seen the pair recognised with a 2023 Worldstar global packaging award for an innovative corrugated cardboard dunnage solution.

UltraGuard™ Solutions for improved barrier properties in polyethylene

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As an added benefit, UltraGuard Solutions also provide sustainability benefits. To meet the barrier requirements, pharma bottles typically have much thicker walls than needed from a purely functional point of view. PE resin formulated with these additives enables bottle makers to reduce the weight of these bottles by up to 20% while still providing enhanced barrier properties. These lighter-weight bottles, therefore, use significantly less material and lessen their overall impact on the environment.

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Philippines Packaging Forums standing room only

The AIP recently headed to ProPak Philippines to run the Philippines Packaging Forums in partnership with Informa Markets and the attendance was so overwhelming that the rooms were overflowing into the halls. Over the two days the AIP brought over 11 leading packaging experts from the Philippines, Australia, Singapore, Amsterdam and Italy to provide global, regional and local perspectives on all things packaging.

The Institute would like to formally acknowledge all of the speakers including Prof. Pierre Pienaar FAIP, CPP, President, World Packaging Organisation (WPO), Nerida Kelton MAIP, Vice President Sustainability & Save Food, World Packaging Organisation (WPO), Andrew Manly, Communications Manager, AIPIA, Francesco Cutellè, Promotional Department Project Manager, UCIMA, Stefan Paulo Bunag, Past President, Philippines Institute of Packaging (PIP), Raycee Blen Aguirre AAIP, CPP, Packaging Specialist, Aero-Pack, Leanne Erika Tan MAIP, Product Specialist, San Miguel Yamamura Packaging Corp, Julie Ann Cuya MAIP CPP, Avon Philippines, Darell Chung MAIP, CPP, Sustainable Packaging Manager – South Asia, Downstream, Milliken Asia, Nathanael Ayop AAIP, CPIT, Production Supervisor, Calumpang Packaging Corporation, Alex C. Racho, Sealed Air Philippines Inc, Operations Manager and Joe Foster FAIP, Close the Loop, Managing Director.

Philippines Packaging Forums standing room only

During the Packaging Forums the AIP also had the opportunity to present Darell Chung MAIP, CPP with his Certified Packaging Professional (CPP) recertification and Nathanael Ayop AAIP, CPIT with his Certified Packaging Professional in Training certificate. What a fabulous opportunity for the AIP Education Team to be able to present these in front of Darell and Nathanael's peers in person.

Philippines Packaging Forums standing room only

Philippines Packaging Forums standing room only

Philippines Packaging Forums standing room only

Philippines Packaging Forums standing room only

Philippines Packaging Forums standing room only

Sustainable Design Training course

The AIP also ran a well-attended training course on Sustainable Packaging design principles and how all sized businesses can embed them into their design processes. The ‘How to embed Sustainable Packaging Design Principles in your business’ Training course enabled attendees to deep-dive into their existing and new packaging development processes to ensure that the business is reducing the environmental footprint of all packaging where possible, and at the same time meeting global and local packaging and waste targets.

AIP Exhibition Stand

The AIP stand was busy for three three days and was a hub for our regional members, Diploma students, CPP’s and many new people wanting to learn more about our educational and training portfolio.

AIP Exhibition Stand

The AIP would like to take this opportunity to welcome Leigh Hooper

AAIP, General Manager - Labels & Packaging, Ball & Doggett to the Institute and share a little bit about who he is and what he does in the industry. Please join with us in welcoming him to the AIP.

1. Why did you join the AIP? What benefits do you believe the AIP offers all their members?

L eigh: Bec oming a member of the AIP was important to me, firstly to connect with a community that is heavily invested in the future of the packaging industry, and as an extension to this, learn from this networks knowledge and experiences. This Institute ensures that it's members are well informed on industry developments via various communications, newsletters, webinars, seminars, trade and networking events.

2. How long ha ve you been in the industry? What are your areas of expertise?

Leigh: I have been a part of the print industry since I was 17 years old, starting as a Graphic Designer and since working in various roles including Print Sales, Paper Sales, Digital Media Manager, General Manager of Sign, Display and Digital and most recently General Manager of Labels & Packaging.

I hav e been very fortunate to work within the Ball & Doggett Group over the past 14 years (previously Focus Paper and BJ Ball Group). Ball & Doggett is owned by the Ovol Group, who specialise in global distribution of print and consumable materials. Given this e xposure to various areas of print over the years, I have a diverse skillset and extensive knowledge of the industry.

3. Wha t is your current job role and what are your responsibilities?

Leigh: My cur rent role is General Manager of Labels & Packaging within the Ball & Doggett Group. My core responsibilty is to oversee the strategic direction of various categories within the Labels & Packaging division, which include Cartonboard Packaging, Flexible Packaging, Food Service & Industrial Packaging, Plastic Packaging and Self-Adhesive Roll Label.

Supporting each of these ca tegories with supply chain management, inventory management, product development, sales strategies, key account management, marketing and M&A strategies all form a part of my responsibilities within this role.

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Kissel + Wolf becomes AIP Gold Corporate Partner

The AIP would like to take this opportunity to welcome our latest Gold Corporate Partner, Kissel + Wolf. Kissel + Wolf love to educate brands and converters about analogue to digital transformation. With more than 30 years of experience in the print & packaging sector, they have earned their market-leading reputation by building enduring relationships and achieving success through in-depth, marketspecific knowledge of their customers’ products, targets, and business needs.

They offer the widest range of digital, screen and offset printing products available in the Australian and New Zealand markets. Their selection of digital, graphic and textile printing products means versatility over a diverse range of printable materials such as textiles, wood, paper, corrugated board, glass, metal, plastics and much more.

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As a technology provider, Kissel + Wolf Australia is delighted to be partnering with the Australian Institute of Packaging, educating and helping its members in their digital transformation.

Jamie Weller, Business Development Director ANZ – Industrial Print & Packaging, Kissel & Wolf Australia

Contact: Jamie Weller | 0408 167 780 | jamie.weller@kiwo.com.au | www.kissel-wolf.com.au

THE AIP WANTS TO HEAR FROM ALL OF OUR MEMBERS

2023 will be a very special year for the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) as we will be celebrating 60 years as the peak professional body for packaging training and education in Australasia.

We are inviting all of our Members to help us celebrate by finding out what you have seen change in the industry, what you have learned along the way and more.

We ask that you please complete the survey using the link below.

Should you have any photos from over the years that you would be able to share please scan them and send them as well.

Thank you in advance

https://forms.gle/58hQKuCziZbR4Qz26

AIP: PEAK PROFESSIONAL BODY FOR PACKAGING EDUCATION & TRAINING IN AUSTRALASIA

NatureFlex™ becomes AIP Bronze Corporate Partner

The AIP would like to take this opportunity to welcome our latest Bronze Corporate Partner, NatureFlex™. Futamura supplies converters, brand owners and end-users in over 100 countries worldwide. It's films have become part of the packaging, labelling or overwrap solution for some of the world’s best-known brands across a wide variety of everyday consumer goods.

NatureFlex™ cellulose films, produced by Futamura are part of the overall compostable solution for a variety of product and package types and give brand owners an unparalleled opportunity to speak proudly about their packaging.

NatureFlex™ films are derived from wood pulp sourced from sustainably managed plantations. Not only are the films produced from GMO-free renewable cellulose, but they also meet all the global standards for industrial composting, including, AS4736, EN13432, and they are also certified to AS5810 and the OK Compost Home standard for backyard composting.

Discover our range of NatureFlex™ films for your specific application. With their unique blend of properties, the films can be used in a variety of applications including confectionery, coffee, tea, cereal bars, fresh produce, fruit labels and dried foods. They can be used as a single web or in combination with other materials to produce more complex structures. Transparent, white, metallised, and colour versions are available within the range as well as a different thicknesses.

We are excited to be a partner with the AIP and work together with AIP members to solve plastic waste issues and ultimately create a circular economy.

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CHEP becomes Bronze Corporate Partner

CHEP, as part of the Brambles Group, are proud members of the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) and congratulates the organisation on its 60-year anniversary serving the packaging industry with professional education, training, advocacy, promotion and technical support.

The role of packaging has never been more important to protect, preserve, transport and contain millions of goods across Australia and the world. CHEP plays a significant role as the invisible backbone of the supply chain providing primary, secondary and tertiary packaging to connect people with life’s essentials, every day.

CHEP’s 2025 sustainability vision is to pioneer regenerative supply chains and support companies to achieve their 2025 national packaging targets through its inherently sustainable circular business model. By switching to reusable packaging, companies can significantly reduces waste and lowers emissions; which are key challenges many companies are seeking to address.

As one of the world's most sustainable logistics businesses, CHEP’s sustainability targets are transforming how we move products to people by:

• Planting two trees for every tree used;

• Ensuring CHEP platforms are made with 30% recycled content;

• Educating one million circular economy changemakers;

• Feeding ten million people by enabling the food relief supply chain; and

• Doubling collaborations with customers and industry through our Zero Waste World Program.

CHEP supports AIP’s mission to serve the professional packaging community to innovate and develop new packaging solutions, including its commitment to assist industry to understand the important role packaging plays in minimising food waste and loss.

CHEP becomes Bronze Corporate Partner

Containers (RPCs) compared to common singleuse alternatives adheres to ISO 14040 and 14044 standards. The power of CHEP’s share and reuse business model enables companies to see their contribution to a sustainable supply chain by calculating their usage volume multiplied by the environmental benefits to measure savings in greenhouse gases, waste to landfill and precious water.

AIP members and customers are invited to request their unique Sustainability Certificate for use as supporting evidence in the completion of their Australian Packaging Organisation (APCO) Annual Reporting Tool, due 31 March 2023s.

CHEP’s investment in full Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) for timber pallets and Reusable Plastic

A company’s tailored CHEP Sustainability Certificate demonstrates their sustainable packaging progress and provides valuable data for inclusion in annual reports, websites and to assist with decision making.

Click here to request a CHEP Sustainability certificate for your business.

Click here to learn more about CHEP (Brambles) sustainability goals and achievements.

2022 AIP Career & Salary Report now available

For the second consecutive year the AIP has released the key findings from the 2022 Career & Salary Survey for the Food & Beverage industries.

According to AIP Executive Director, Nerida Kelton MAIP, the AIP 2022 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 survey covers Australia and New Zealand and also all roles within the industries. The Australia and New Zealand report aligns with the same offering developed by the IoPP for the rest of the world.

“The 2022 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, CPP added that "the Career & Salary Report provides a summary of salary levels for packaging, but also gives a general indication of how well qualified those that are currently working in the packaging industry are. The data also indicates that although well qualified, i.e.,

JUST SOME OF THE KEY FINDINGS:

Industry/Products

post graduate degrees, they are not qualified in the science, engineering and/or technology in packaging."

“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 of Packaging Technology and the Master of Food & Packaging Innovation degree. Attaining these qualifications will go a long way in improving the overall knowledge and skillset in the industry, and to ensure that a technical knowledge void is filled with suitably qualified people. We need more packaging knowledge professionals and education helps us get exposure to new ideas and concepts that we can use to appreciate and improve the world around us, and the world within us.” Prof. Pienaar said.

• 46% of the total respondents work in Food followed by 13% in the Beverage industry.

• 11% indicated that they work in packaging materials.

Job Function

• 30% of the total respondents indicated that they work in Packaging Technology/Design.

• This was followed by Marketing/Sales at 15.90% and 11.20% in Research & Development.

2022 AIP Career & Salary Report now available

What is your highest level of education?

• 46% of the total respondents have a Graduate Degree and 23% have an Undergraduate Degree.

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

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

• 21% of the respondents have a Diploma in Packaging Technology, 10% have completed the Master of Food & Packaging Innovation, 9% have a Certificate in Packaging and 2% the Fundamentals of Packaging Technology.

• This is a positive sign that more packaging professionals are coming to the AIP to further their education.

Experience

• 58% of the total respondents have more than 20 years’ experience in the packaging industry.

• This is an indication of longevity in the industry and stable careers.

Satisfaction with Job Security

• 38% of the total respondents are very secure with their job, while 33% are ‘somewhat secure’.

The complete 2022 AIP Career & Salary Survey report is available to AIP Members and respondents of the survey.

An executive summary is available to the wider industry upon request.

The next AIP Salary Survey will be made available to complete in early 2023 and the AIP encourages all of industry to complete the survey to strengthen the results.

Global Packaging Design for Recycling Guide now available in Arabic, Spanish, and Czech.

The World Packaging Organisation (WPO) is pleased to advice that Global Packaging Design for Recycling Guide has been translated in to three additional languages to help even more packaging technologists to design out waste at the start.

According to Nerida Kelton, Vice President Sustainability & Save Food, from the WPO, "In order to be able to apply recyclable packaging design, a certain fundamental knowledge of sorting and recycling processes is necessary. Packaging must, therefore, be suitable for state-ofthe-art sorting and recycling processes in addition to its basic functions (e.g., storage, transport, product protection, product presentation and convenience).”

" The global Packaging Design for Recycling Guide is a starting point to understand Best Practice examples using state-of-the-art technology that can then be applied and tailored to suit the recovery and recyclability capabilities and infrastructure on a regional and local level. The latest translations of Arabic, Spanish and Czech have been developed in collaboration with country based WPO Members who are passionate about helping to educate their members about circular packaging design,” she said.

WPO Board Member Ayman Sbeih, who is also the Chairman of the Palestinian Federation of Paper & Packaging Industries (PFPPI) was the lead coordinator in the Arabic translation.

"Translating the Global Packaging Design for Recycling Guide into Arabic was extremely important to ensure that we take steady steps based on scientific foundations towards achieving a circular economy that contributes to addressing challenges that face the world in terms of climate change, the environment and the preservation of natural resources,” Mr Sbeih said.

“The Arab designer generally has a great deal of ability and talent to develop modern designs compatible with the present requirements in terms of promotional aspects of different products as well as practical and environmental aspects.”

“This global design guide will help designers in Arab countries to better understand design rules for packaging materials in order to recycle them and reduce their impact on the environment, and also reducing the use of non-renewable natural resources in the manufacture of these materials, which contributes to alleviating the burdens on these resources and integrating the economies of Arab countries into the concept of circular economy and its applications,” he said.

The Spanish translation was coordinated by WPO Board Members Silvio Colombo from the Argentine Packaging Institute (IAE) and Mariana Soto Urzúa, the Packaging Centre of Chile (CENEM).

“The Spanish guide, together with a wide range of initiatives that IAE and CENEM already undertake will undoubtedly contribute to stimulating discussion, awareness and education in the circular economy, the environment and sustainability,” Mr Colombo said.

“We aim to circulate this guide across the entire region to embed best practice sustainable and circular design principles in all businesses,” he said.

The Czech translation was coordinated by WPO Board Member Iva Werbynska, Managing Director, Syba in partnership with Tomas Martoch, Senior Manager, ECR Community.

According to Iva Werbynska, Syba "A number of environmental laws have come into force in Europe in recent years with the transition to the circular economy. The main priority is prevention and longterm care of the entire supply chain."

“The legislation deals with the production of consumer goods, reuse, recycling, reparability and recoverability and this requires better product design and sustainable packaging. This is where the Global Packaging Design for Recycling Guide comes into play.”

“As we need to keep the material in circulation for as long as possible the guide will help packaging designers to change their thinking, provide a new approach to packaging and help to steer planning in the right direction. Right now packaging technology is at the beginning of a new era," she said.

The new translations are in addition to English, German, Georgian and Hungarian and are all available for free to download on the WPO website.

https://www.worldpackaging.org/wpo/45/

Please reach out to the WPO should you be interested in translating the Global Packaging Design for Recycling Guide into an additional language.

The Global Packaging Design for Recycling Guide has been developed by the WPO, Circular Analytics, FH Campus University of Applied Sciences and ECR Community.

FIAL releases seventh edition of Celebrating Australian Food and Agribusiness Innovations Innovations 2022

This latest edition showcases businesses striving towards the $200 billion opportunity for the sector, as outlined in FIAL's Capturing the Prize. Each case study is categorised under one of the 19 Growth Opportunity areas and how innovation and collaboration, whether it’s working FIAL or Clusters, has resulted in the business unlocking value, leading towards success.

From edible insects to revolutionary packaging creations, these stories will encourage all Australian businesses to continue revolutionising and find their niche.

Every year the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) collaborates with FIAL to develop the book, nominating Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Award winners for consideration. For the 2022 edition 11x PIDA winners have been recognised and include: Blue Harvest, Brookfarm, Edgell, Junee Prime Lamb, Kapiris Bros, Melbourne Coffee, Oasis Spices, Pana Organic, Shultz Organic Dairy, Wellman Packaging and Woolworths.

Packaging and food waste balance needed to achieve targets

Balanced discussions and efficient actions, with a focus on packaging design, are what’s needed to achieve the country’s waste and packaging targets. This was the key takeaway at the recent State of Play in Australia for Food Loss & Waste webinar. Jan Arreza reports.

CONDUCTED BY NERIDA KELTON , executive director of the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP); Mark Barthel, CEO of Stop Food Waste Australia; and Sam Oakden, voluntary agreement manager of Stop Food Waste Australia, the webinar explored the key challenges involved reducing food waste in Australia, and where the opportunities lie.

In addition to covering the 2025 National Packaging Targets, the webinar also highlighted the 2030 National Food Waste Strategy, the roadmap to meet these targets, how industry can get involved in the Australian Food Pact, the Fight Food Waste CRC, and Stop Food Waste Australia.

“The challenge is that the industry tends to just focus all of the

discussion on the 2025 National Packaging Targets, and that’s an imbalanced focus, as we need to really take into account the 2030 Food Waste Targets too,” Nerida Kelton said.

“We need to make sure that when a brand is talking about sustainable packaging design, that they are looking at both targets, and I recommend everyone considers both the 2030 Food Waste Targets and the 2025 National Packaging Targets equally in your design discussions. We need a holistic systems approach to sustainability as well a evidencebased decisions”

Barthel, who gave an overview of food loss and waste, both globally and in Australia, and also highlighted some of the things

that can help the country deliver on its 2030 Food Waste Targets, agreed with Kelton’s sentiment.

“Food waste is a monumental challenge that affects everyone in the food value chain, and we all need to act now to deliver Australia’s target to halve food waste by 2030, and it will take unprecedented action by governments, industry, investors and the community to achieve this goal,” Mark Barthel said.

“In terms of packaging, we’ve seen in our case studies from other countries’ best practice in this space, that when date labelling is done right and you get

consistent information to consumers, they respond really well, and ultimately it helps them to reduce food waste.

“New processing technologies extend shelf life, including everything we’ve seen in packaging innovation such as modified atmospheres, diagnostics packaging, active and intelligent packaging –they all massively help in this space.”

In terms of the AIP itself, Kelton announced during the webinar that the Association is now a supporting signatory to the Australian Food Pact, along with already being a core participant of the Fight Food Waste CRC, and a founding partner of Stop Food Waste Australia.

“With the Australian Food Pact, we work with our signatories in four key areas: to embed new criteria into design, buying and sourcing; optimise whole supply chain to produce more with less; find innovative ways to make the best use of waste and surplus food; and influence consumer and business behaviours and reduce food waste,” Sam Oakden said.

2.5m tonnes of food is wasted in Australian households every year, which equates to one in 5 bags of groceries

“We’ve got two sets of targets at the moment – the Packaging and Food Waste Targets – and they are intertwined and inter-related, so we need to make sure initiatives being planned under one are not having an unnecessary impact on the other.”

And providing a sneak peak of what’s coming in 2023, Kelton also announced the Association’s

Tool (DIRECT) is a cloud-based software tool that was initially developed by the RMIT University, and with support from the Fight Food Waste Cooperative Research Centre (CRC).

The tool’s strength lies in capturing the overall cost of waste, including non-food waste resources such as water and packaging, allowing businesses

The Australian Food Pact

The Australian Food Pact is a voluntary agreement that follows a proven international way of reducing food waste, focusing on prevention, reuse (donation), and food chain transformation and innovation.

It is a powerful partnership of organisations who operate along the farm-to-fork food supply chain and represents a major step towards the country reaching its food waste reduction goal of 50% going to landfill by 2030.

THE PACT HAS FOUR WORK PROGRAMS:

• Target 1: Making the most of every scrap – by donating any surplus food or transforming it to create new business or societal value.

• Target 2: Designing and sourcing more sustainable products in the first place, with waste prevention in mind.

plans to release a document with detailed information about each of its five Save Food Packaging principles – how to use them in your business, as well as access to videos, case studies and research that will help businesses embed these principles.

To further assist with this ambition, Kelton also highlighted another new solution business can implement to help fight food waste –a new software tool that promises to save food businesses millions of dollars by helping to identify and track the true cost of food loss and waste.

Empauer’s Dynamic Industry Resource Efficiency Calculation

to make

better decisions, and ultimately improve their bottom line.

DIRECT also provides an international level of compliance through its alignment to such protocols as the global Food Loss and Waste Accounting and Reporting Standard and ISO-14051.

“It is a dynamic industry resource efficiency calculation tool and is designed to measure track and reduce food waste across the value chain. So, if you don’t have a tool already in your business, then I really encourage you to reach out to Empauer and find out more about this,” Kelton concluded. ■

• Target 3: Producing more with less – making farming and manufacturing more efficient. Encouraging the whole supply chain to collaborate.

• Target 4: Raising awareness and changing the culture around food waste in businesses. Helping consumers to reduce food waste.

We’ve got two sets of targets at the moment – the Packaging and Food Waste Targets – and they are intertwined and inter-related, so we need to make sure initiatives being planned under one are not having an unnecessary impact on the other.”

SAM OAKDEN, STOP FOOD WASTE AUSTRALIA

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AIP: Peak Professional Body for Packaging Education & Training in Australasia

The Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) is the peak professional body for packaging education and training in Australasia; helping to shape the careers of generations of packaging professionals – from packaging technologists to international packaging business leaders along with a host of people in associated disciplines – sales and marketing, purchasing, production and environment.

The AIP was founded in 1963 in response to a need for packaging technologists to interact and provide a professional identity for individuals within the packaging industry. Having served the industry for 60 years the AIP is the only professional body designed to provide professional and personal development to all levels of the packaging industry; educational offerings include the Diploma in Packaging Technology, the Certificate in Packaging, the Master in Food & Packaging Innovation, Certified Packaging Professional (CPP) Designation, Fundamentals of Packaging Technology course, half-day training courses, conferences, technical forums, site visits, Influential Women’s Mentoring program, internship program and more. The AIP covers Australia, New Zealand and parts of Asia. To find out more email info@aipack.com.au or www.aipack.com.au

Annual Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards

Coordinated by the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP), the Annual Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards are designed to recognise companies and individuals who are making a significant difference in their field in Australia and New Zealand.

PIDA Categories include:

Food

• Beverage

• Health, Beauty & Wellness

• Domestic & Household Labelling & Decoration

• Outside of the Box

Accessible & Inclusive Packaging

• Sustainable Packaging

• Marketing

Industry Packaging Professional of the Year

• Save Food Packaging

• Young Packaging Professional of the Year

• ABA Scholarships

• AIP President’s Scholarship

The PIDA Awards are the exclusive award program for all Australia and New Zealand entries into the prestigious WorldStar Packaging Awards, which are coordinated by the World Packaging Organisation (WPO). The AIP are the Member for Australia and New Zealand for the WPO. To find out more email pida@aipack.com.au