AIP June 2021 eNewsletter

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2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards winners announced Page 2

DESIGN OF THE YEAR

WINNERS

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AIP introduces New Beverage Training Course Page 58

Martogg showcases LCM's circular capabilities PROUD MEMBERS OF

Suzy Taguiam AAIP CPP becomes latest to attain the Certified Packaging Professional (CPP) designation

Nathan Leong Dip.Pkg.Tech. MAIP becomes latest Diploma in Packaging Technology Graduate

2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards 25 & 26 May 2021

DESIGN OF THE YEAR

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2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards winners announced e Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) are pleased to advise the winners for h the 2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards.

Coordinated by the AIP, the annual PIDA Awards program has been 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 each of these six categories: 1. Food Packaging Design of the Year 2. Beverage Packaging Design of the Year 3. Health, Beauty & Wellness Packaging Design of the Year 4. Domestic & Household Packaging Design of the Year 5. Labelling & Decoration Design of the Year 6. Outside of the Box Design of the Year The PIDA Awards also sees finalists in a number of special awards including: 1. Marketing Design of the Year 2. Save Food Packaging Design of the Year 3. Sustainable Packaging Design of the Year 4. Young Packaging Professional of the Year 5. Industry Packaging Professional of the Year

Watch the OPENING CEREMONY here: https://vimeo.com/555048836

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2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards winners announced

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2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards winners announced FOOD PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR

The Food category recognises organisations that have designed innovative packaging and/ or materials, within food packaging and processing including fresh, frozen or other.

GOLD WINNER

FOOD PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR GOLD WINNER

READ THE WINNER'S FULL STORY HERE

2021 Food Packaging Design of the Year Gold award winner is Brookfarm (O F Packaging)

Watch the FOOD PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR winning video here: https://vimeo.com/554632920

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2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards winners announced FOOD PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR

DESIGN OF THE YEAR

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SILVER WINNER

FOOD PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR SILVER WINNER

2021 Food Packaging Design of the Year Silver award winner is Chobani (PakPot) BRONZE WINNER

2021 Food Packaging Design of the Year Bronze award winner is Oasis Spice Shaker (Oasis & qDesign Enterprises)

FOOD PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR BRONZE WINNER

HIGH COMMENDATION WINNERS

FOOD PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR HIGH COMMENDATION

2021 Food Packaging Design of the Year High Commendation award winners are...

Masterfoods Herbs & Spices (MARS Food Australia & Cormack Packaging)

Nature’s Way SlimRight (Zipform Packaging) AIP NEWSLETTER JUNE 2021

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2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards winners announced BEVERAGE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR

The Beverage category recognises organisations that have designed innovative packaging and/ or materials, within packaging and processing for liquid or dry tea, coffee, water and soft drinks including wine, beer and spirits.

GOLD WINNER

BEVERAGE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR GOLD WINNER

READ THE WINNER'S FULL STORY HERE

2021 Beverage Packaging Design of the Year Gold award winner is SIPP Instant

Watch the BEVERAGE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR winning video here: https://vimeo.com/554896984

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2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards winners announced

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BEVERAGE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR WINNERS SILVER WINNER

BEVERAGE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR SILVER WINNER

2021 Beverage Packaging Design of the Year Silver award winner is Flexi-Hex Sleeve & Pinch Mailer System (MaCher Australia & Flexi-Hex) BRONZE WINNER

BEVERAGE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR BRONZE WINNER

2021 Beverage Packaging Design of the Year Bronze award winner is PodPress Capsule System (REFLO) HIGH COMMENDATION WINNER

BEVERAGE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR HIGH COMMENDATION

2021 Beverage Packaging Design of the Year High Commendation award winner is Schulz Organic Dairy (Schulz Organic Dairy and Rhima Australia)

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2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards winners announced

WINNERS HEALTH, BEAUTY & WELLNESS PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR The Health, Beauty & Wellness category recognises organisations that have designed innovative packaging and/or materials, within cosmetics, toiletries, personal hygiene, supplements, vitamins, perfumes, hair body and oral care. This award also covers packaging of all medicines including over the counter medicines, medical equipment packaging.

GOLD WINNERS READ THE WINNER'S FULL STORY HERE

HEALTH, BEAUTY & WELLNESS PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR GOLD WINNER

2021 Health, Beauty & Wellness Packaging Design of the Year Gold award winner is actually a tie between...

Vaccine Protector (Planet Protector Packaging)

and Lovekins (Impact International)

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WINNERS HEALTH, BEAUTY & WELLNESS PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR SILVER WINNER

HEALTH, BEAUTY & WELLNESS PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR SILVER WINNER

2021 Health, Beauty & Wellness Packaging Design of the Year Silver award winner is Solveasy Tinea (EGO Pharmaceuticals SOLVEASY)

BRONZE WINNER

2021 Health, Beauty & Wellness Packaging Design of the Year Bronze award winner is: rPump (Zipform Packaging)

HEALTH, BEAUTY & WELLNESS PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR BRONZE WINNER

Watch the HEALTH, BEAUTY & WELLNESS PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR winning video here: https://vimeo.com/554940625

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2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards winners announced

WINNERSDOMESTIC & HOUSEHOLD PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR The Domestic & Household category recognises organisations that have designed innovative packaging and/or materials, packaging within domestic and household items, toys, stationery, gifts, clothing, garden equipment, decorating.

GOLD WINNER

DOMESTIC & HOUSEHOLD PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR GOLD WINNER

READ THE WINNER'S FULL STORY HERE

2021 Domestic & Household Packaging Design of the Year Gold award winner is Zero Co (O F Packaging)

Watch the DOMESTIC & HOUSEHOLD PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR winning video here: https://vimeo.com/554946374

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DOMESTIC & HOUSEHOLD PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE WINNERS YEAR SILVER WINNER

DOMESTIC & HOUSEHOLD PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR SILVER WINNER

2021 Domestic & Household Packaging Design of the Year Silver award winner is Cove (Natures Organics)

BRONZE WINNER

DOMESTIC & HOUSEHOLD PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR BRONZE WINNER

2021 Domestic & Household Packaging Design of the Year Bronze award winner is IKEA (Packsize Australia and IKEA)

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2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards winners announced LABELLING & DECORATION DESIGN OF THE YEAR

The Labelling & Decoration category is designed to recognise 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

LABELLING & DECORATION DESIGN OF THE YEAR GOLD WINNER

READ THE WINNER'S FULL STORY HERE

2021 Labelling & Decoration Design of the Year Gold award winner is Brookfarm (O F Packaging)

Watch the LABELLING & DECORATION DESIGN OF THE YEAR winning video here: https://vimeo.com/554952760

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LABELLING & DECORATION DESIGN OF THE YEARWINNERS SILVER WINNER

LABELLING & DECORATION DESIGN OF THE YEAR SILVER WINNER

2021 Labelling & Decoration Design of the Year Silver award winner is Pana Organic (Zipform Packaging) BRONZE WINNERS

2021 Labelling & Decoration Design of the Year Bronze award winners are...

De Bortoli Petit Moscato (Cutler Brands)

LABELLING & DECORATION DESIGN OF THE YEAR BRONZE WINNER

UV22 QR Print (Danone SN - Mark Purdy) AIP NEWSLETTER JUNE 2021

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2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards winners announced OUTSIDE OF THE BOX DESIGN OF THE YEAR

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

GOLD WINNER

OUTSIDE OF THE BOX DESIGN OF THE YEAR GOLD WINNER

READ THE WINNER'S FULL STORY HERE

2021 Outside of the Box Design of the Year Gold award winner is rPump (Zipform Packaging)

Watch the OUTSIDE OF THE BOX DESIGN OF THE YEAR winning video here: https://vimeo.com/554956388

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2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards winners announced OUTSIDE OF THE BOX DESIGN OF THE YEAR

DESIGN OF THE YEAR

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SILVER WINNER

OUTSIDE OF THE BOX DESIGN OF THE YEAR SILVER WINNER

2021 Outside of the Box Design of the Year Silver award winner is VentX Unico (Omni Group)

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2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards winners announced

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MARKETING DESIGN OF THE YEAR

The Marketing category considers not only primary packaging but also secondary and tertiary packaging designs. 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

MARKETING DESIGN OF THE YEAR GOLD WINNER

READ THE WINNER'S FULL STORY HERE

2021 Marketing Design of the Year Gold award winner is Oasis Spice Shaker (Oasis & qDesign Enterprises)

Watch the MARKETING DESIGN OF THE YEAR winning video here: https://vimeo.com/555038951

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2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards winners announced MARKETING DESIGN OF THE YEAR

DESIGN OF THE YEAR

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SILVER WINNER

MARKETING DESIGN OF THE YEAR SILVER WINNER

2021 Marketing Design of the Year Silver award winner is Cutri Fruit (N.A.V.I Co Global) BRONZE WINNER

MARKETING DESIGN OF THE YEAR BRONZE WINNER

2021 Marketing Design of the Year Bronze award winner is KitKat ‘Give the Planet A Break’ wrappers & soft plastics promotional packs (Nestle Australia)

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2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards winners announced SAVE FOOD PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR

The Save Food Packaging category 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. This is a WorldStar Packaging Award category.

SILVER WINNERS READ THE WINNER'S FULL STORIES HERE

SAVE FOOD PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR SILVER WINNER

2021 Save Food Packaging Design of the Year Silver award winners are a tie between...

Junee Lamb (Junee Lamb and Sealed Air for CRYOVAC brand Total Bone Guard) for Agriculture

and Edgell Supa Crunch (Simplot Australia) for Food Service

Watch the SAVE FOOD PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR winning video here: https://vimeo.com/555039965

*The judges decided that there would be two silver winners rather than a gold.

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SAVE FOOD PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR WINNERS BRONZE WINNER

SAVE FOOD PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR BRONZE WINNER - RETAIL

2021 Save Food Packaging Design of the Year Bronze award winner is Southern Fresh Foods (N.A.V.I Co Global) HIGH COMMENDATION WINNER

SAVE FOOD PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR HIGH COMMENDATION - RETAIL

2021 Save Food Packaging Design of the Year High Commendation award winner is George Weston Foods (O F Packaging) CERTIFICATE OF MERIT WINNER

SAVE FOOD PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR CERTIFICATE OF MERIT - RETAIL

2021 Save Food Packaging Design of the Year Certificate of Merit award winner is Simson's Pantry Wraps (True Foods and Result Group) AIP NEWSLETTER JUNE 2021

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2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards winners announced SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR

The Sustainable Packaging category is designed to recognise companies that have developed innovative packaging or processing solutions that incorporates sustainability considerations.

Elements include Social, Material, Source Reduction, Energy and Recovery.

Due to the high standard of innovative designs that cover such a broad spectrum of the waste hierarchy the judges decided that the winners needed to be separated into subset categories.

The subset categories are 1. General 2. Recycled Content 3. Reuse 4. Recycle 5. Closed Loop and 6. Industrial.

Watch the SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR winning video here: https://vimeo.com/555041338

SILVER WINNER - GENERAL

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR - GENERAL SILVER WINNER

2021 Sustainable Packaging Design of the Year - General Silver award winner is Kapiris Bros Tomato Punnet (BioPak) Highest award for General BRONZE WINNER - GENERAL

2021 Sustainable Packaging Design of the Year - General Bronze award winner is Nescafé Blend 43 Lid & Cap (Nestlé Australia)

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SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR - GENERAL BRONZE WINNER

2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards winners announced

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SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR WINNERS HIGH COMMENDATION WINNERS - GENERAL

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR - GENERAL HIGH COMMENDATION

Lightweight Fliptop (Wellman Packaging)

2021 Sustainable Packaging Design of the Year - General High Commendation award winners are...

Blue Harvest Oyster Tray (BioPak)

Linerless Closures for oil-based dressings (Wellman Packaging)

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2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards winners announced SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR GOLD WINNER - RECYCLED CONTENT

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR - RECYCLED CONTENT GOLD WINNER

READ THE WINNER'S FULL STORY HERE

2021 Sustainable Packaging Design of the Year - Recycled Content Gold award winner is SqueezePak squeezy Sauce Bottle (Wellman Packaging)

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SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR WINNERS SILVER WINNER - RECYCLED CONTENT

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR - RECYCLED CONTENT SILVER WINNER

2021 Sustainable Packaging Design of the Year - Recycled Content Silver award winner is The Collective (Pact Group) BRONZE WINNER - RECYCLED CONTENT

2021 Sustainable Packaging Design of the Year - Recycled Content Bronze award winner is Colgate Palmolive (Wellman Packaging & Colgate Palmolive)

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR - RECYCLED CONTENT BRONZE WINNER

HIGH COMMENDATION WINNER - RECYCLED CONTENT

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR - RECYCLED CONTENT HIGH COMMENDATION

2021 Sustainable Packaging Design of the Year - Recycled Content High Commendation award winner is Dove (Pact Group)

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2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards winners announced SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR GOLD WINNER - REUSE

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR - REUSE GOLD WINNER

READ THE WINNER'S FULL STORY HERE

2021 Sustainable Packaging Design of the Year - Reuse Gold award winner is Cove (Natures Organics)

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SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR WINNERS SILVER WINNER - REUSE

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR - REUSE SILVER WINNER

2021 Sustainable Packaging Design of the Year - Reuse Silver award winner is PodPress Capsule System (REFLO) BRONZE WINNER - REUSE

2021 Sustainable Packaging Design of the Year Reuse Bronze award winner is Schulz Organic Dairy (Schulz Organic Dairy and Rhima Australia)

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR - REUSE BRONZE WINNER

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2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards winners announced SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR GOLD WINNER - RECYCLE

READ THE WINNER'S FULL STORY HERE

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR - RECYCLE GOLD WINNER

2021 Sustainable Packaging Design of the Year Recycle Gold award winner is Melbourne Coffee (Cyclpac)

SILVER WINNER - RECYCLE

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR - RECYCLE SILVER WINNER

2021 Sustainable Packaging Design of the Year - Recycle Silver award winner is Woolworths Meat Tray (Woolworths Group) 28

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2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards winners announced

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SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR WINNERS BRONZE WINNERS - RECYCLE

2021 Sustainable Packaging Design of the Year - Recycle Bronze award winners are...

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR - RECYCLE BRONZE WINNER

Flexi-Hex Sleeve & Pinch Mailer System (MaCher Australia & Flexi-Hex)

Coles Hot Smoked Salmon (Coles Supermarkets)

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2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards winners announced SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR GOLD WINNER - CLOSED LOOP

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR - CLOSED LOOP GOLD WINNER

READ THE WINNER'S FULL STORY HERE

2021 Sustainable Packaging Design of the Year Closed Loop award winner is Oasis Spice Shaker (Oasis & qDesign Enterprises)

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2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards winners announced SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR GOLD WINNER - INDUSTRIAL

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR - INDUSTRIAL GOLD WINNER

READ THE WINNER'S FULL STORY HERE

2021 Sustainable Packaging Design of the Year - Industrial Gold award winner is VentX Unico (Omni Group)

SILVER WINNER - INDUSTRIAL

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR - INDUSTRIAL SILVER WINNER

2021 Sustainable Packaging Design of the Year - Industrial Silver award winner is 1/6 Pallet Retail Ready Platform (CHEP Australia)

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SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR WINNERS SILVER WINNER - INDUSTRIAL

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR - INDUSTRIAL SILVER WINNER

2021 Sustainable Packaging Design of the Year - Industrial Silver award winner is NZ Post Jiffy Recycled Shurtuff (Sealed Air in conjunction with NZ Post – Jiffy Recycled Shurtuff)

BRONZE WINNER - INDUSTRIAL

2021 Sustainable Packaging Design of the Year Industrial Bronze award winner is Polyrok (Replas)

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR - INDUSTRIAL BRONZE WINNER

HIGH COMMENDATION WINNER - INDUSTRIAL

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING DESIGN OF THE YEAR - INDUSTRIAL HIGH COMMENDATION

2021 Sustainable Packaging Design of the Year Industrial High Commendation award winner is Telstra (Birdstone Collective, Telstra)

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2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards winners announced INDUSTRY PACKAGING PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR

The Industry Packaging Professional of the Year category is designed to recognise and acknowledge the outstanding achievements and significant contributions by an individual currently working within the Packaging in Australia or New Zealand.

WINNER

INDUSTRY PACKAGING PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR WINNER

READ THE WINNER'S FULL STORY HERE

2021 Industry Packaging Professional of the Year for 2021 Alan Adams MAIP Sustainability Director – APAC, Sealed Air

Watch the INDUSTRY PACKAGING PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR winning video here: https://vimeo.com/555046220

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2021 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards winners announced

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YOUNG PACKAGING PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR WINNERS The purpose of the Young Packaging Professional of the Year category 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 Australia or New Zealand.

WINNER

YOUNG PACKAGING PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR WINNER

READ THE WINNER'S FULL STORY HERE

2021 Young Packaging Professional of the Year for 2021 Nina Nguyen, Founder and CEO of Pakko

Watch the YOUNG PACKAGING PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR winning video here: https://vimeo.com/555044003

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2021 ABA Scholarship winners announced DESIGN OF THE YEAR

WINNERS

The 2021 ABA Certificate in Packaging Scholarship winner is…

Maria Becerill Roman AAIP.

Originally starting as a Food Chemist in Mexico, Maria Becerril Roman has significantly advanced her packaging career at since she arrived in Australia. Fresh out of the Master of Food & Packaging Innovation Degree with a Dean’s Honours, she found her way into Coles and has a keen interest in Packaging Sustainability, Innovation and Compliance.

Maria sees her career developing in the sustainable packaging quality assurance and compliance areas; along with packaging innovation and design. Maria wants to continue to learn and grow and in five years from now, see herself as becoming a more technically skilled packaging technologist that helps many sectors in the industry achieve their main quality and sustainability goals.

Maria is diligent and passionate and is well-suited for the Certificate in Packaging course. She has shown academic excellence throughout her career to date, making her an outstanding student and a very valued contributor to the teams who are fortunate enough to work with her.

READ THE WINNER'S FULL STORY HERE

The 2021 ABA Diploma in Packaging Technology winner is…

Karunia Adhiputra AAIP. With a Master of Food Science, Karunia Adhiputra, or Adhi as he is known, is a Packaging Specialist at Nestlé, working under the Corporate Packaging division to assist packaging technologists in identifying solutions that would meet Nestlé’s ambition of 100% recyclable or reusable packaging, as well as virgin plastic reduction by 1/3rd by 2025. In addition to this role, he is also the Safety & Compliance owner for packaging materials, which requires Adhi to review certificates and documentation provided by packaging suppliers, ensuring they are compliant to regulations for food contact packaging.

Adhi is also responsible for supporting the technical development of the business unit packaging technologists. He has demonstrated continually that he is a natural teacher, as he communicates and engages the packaging team and wider business on the ever-growing complexities of sustainable packaging, technologies, guidelines and mandates. To support this Adhi is seeking, through the Diploma in Packaging Technology, to ensure he understands the fundamentals behind packaging.

READ THE WINNER'S FULL STORY HERE

Adhi is a highly valued packaging specialist in the industry who has high potential and a long future in the packaging industry.

In conjunction with

Australasian Bioplastics a s s o c i a t i o n Watch the ABA SCHOLARSHIP winning video here: https://vimeo.com/556686968

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2021 AIP President's Scholarship winner announced DESIGN OF THE YEAR

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

2021 AIP President’s Scholarship winner is Libby Treves AAIP, Packaging Technologist, Frucor Suntory, New Zealand.

Starting with a Bachelor Science majoring in Neuroscience Libby has worked her way through Quality Assurance roles into the packaging team at Frucor Suntory.

Libby wants to develop her packaging sustainability knowledge and amplify the voice of the consumer in her business to encourage environmental improvements in the packaging industry. She would also like to push companies to look at the role of marketing and education in sustainability initiatives.

In 5 years, Libby would like to be known as someone who has a deep understanding of all key elements of packaging technology and is relied upon in the industry as someone with a wealth of knowledge. She believes that a strong technical grounding through the Diploma in Packaging Technology will allow her to advocate for the industry as a whole and teach others about packaging technology to inspire positive changes going forward in the industry.

READ THE WINNER'S FULL STORY HERE

Libby has been selected as the inaugural winner of the AIP President’s Scholarship because she is passionate, hard-working and has a thirst for more knowledge.

Watch the AIP SCHOLARSHIP winning video here: https://vimeo.com/556691990

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#PIDA2021 Social Media Coverage DESIGN OF THE YEAR

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Latest Certified Packaging Professional (CPP) Graduate

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e AIP asked the latest Certified Packaging Professional (CPP), Suzy Taguiam h AAIP, CPP, Packaging Development Manager, BMX a few questions about her career, packaging education and why the Certified Packaging Professional (CPP) designation is so important for the industry…

Q1: How long have you been in the industry? What are your areas of expertise?

Suzy: I have worked in different multinational FMCG companies for the last 20 years.

Most of this time was spent working as a hands-on engineer involved in diagnosing and anticipating potential issues related to product, process, and packaging as they relate to design, specification, equipment, and material interface. My areas of expertise are innovation, problem solving and continuous improvement of packaging, equipment, and processes through application of engineering concepts, material science, experimental design, and statistical methods. As a packaging professional I am responsible for managing activities for the design, development, and implementation of packaging for NPD, sustainability, and renovations projects.

Suzy Taguiam AAIP, CPP Packaging Development Manager BWX

Q2: What made you apply for the Certified Packaging Professional (CPP) Designation?

Suzy: The primary reason I applied for the CPP Designation is because I wanted an international certification program that could evaluate my competency and proficiency as a packaging professional. Committing to attain this global recognition also demonstrates my passion and dedication to building expertise in all areas of packaging.

Q3: How important is attaining the CPP designation to you as an individual?

Suzy: I decided to make the CPP designation the focal point of my packaging career since learning of its rigorous requirements. When IoPP informed me that I passed in the upper percentile I felt extremely happy and proud.

Achieving CPP has elevated my confidence that I possess the valuable packaging technology knowledge, experience, and skills to be successful in the packaging industry.

Q4: How important is the CPP designation for the greater recognition of people in the packaging industry?

Suzy: To date, only 2000+ packaging professionals have attained CPP status globally and for good reason - the requirements needed to be certified are stringent and not easily attainable. The process is like going through the eye of a needle but once an individual gains CPP designation it provides greater recognition since the industry recognises it as a commitment to excellence in the packaging profession.

Q5: Were there any new learnings or takeaways that you gained from the experience?

Suzy: As public attention to environmental issues continue to grow and the packaging impact now considered a mainstream news item, I learned it is now more crucial than ever that packaging professionals are equipped with the right (verified) knowledge to ensure sustainable solutions will not result in compromising the ultimate purpose of packaging which is still to maintain the ability to protect, preserve, contain, communicate, and transport a product all the way to the consumer.

Q6: What next for your career?

Suzy: T he rate of change happening in the field of packaging in terms of research, development and innovation is exponential and I am very excited to be part of this positive transformation. For this reason, my focus is entirely on advancing my career and professional development by continuing education, training and staying abreast with the latest trends in packaging. I am also keen to give back to the packaging community by way of mentoring and knowledge sharing with peers who are passionate about it.

The Certified Packaging Professional (CPP) designation for the industry is offered exclusively through the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) in Australasia, the Certified Packaging Professional (CPP) designation is the leading mark of excellence internationally and a must-have recognition of industry proficiency and achievement for packaging professionals. CPP credential demonstrates that a packaging practitioner possesses packaging knowledge, experience and skills to the degree that they deserve recognition as a true packaging professional; a cut above their peers. Contact the AIP today to find out how you can become a Certified Packaging Professional. info@aipack.com.au

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Vale Siva Shankaran Natarajan Siva Shankaran Natarajan, the former head of business development, packaging business, UFlex, passed away recently due to Covid-19. He was with UFlex for over eight years and has held several key positions in the packaging industry for 23 years. Uflex are long-standing partners with Metalprint Australia and Siva kindly spoke at our 2020 AIP Packaging Conference.

A source at UFlex said, “Siva Shankaran Natarajan was a seasoned flexible packaging developer and marketeer, who helped in developing new products for bettering human life and providing better value to the brand owners. He had developed several new products in flexible packaging in India and had won several awards and recognitions.”

During his stint at UFlex, Natarajan and his team had developed Flexfresh, a shelf-life extension solution for fresh produce, and validated with successful results across diverse products across the globe.

Flexfresh is used in shelf-life extension for several products such as green chilies, lychee, cut flowers and fruit, beans, pods, soft fruit, mushrooms, broccoli, brussels sprouts, capsicum, lettuce, chicory, leek, herbs, peppers, potatoes, tomatoes, strawberries, cherries, grapes, kiwi, mango, melon, pomegranates, bananas, plums, etc.

Natarajan developed several products for the Indian market and won several Indian and International awards for his developments.

He was member, governing body, Northern Regional Council, Indian Institute of Packaging and played an active role in the flexible packaging industry in India.

Plasticover are Excited to Announce Re-Brand: Introducing O F Flexo As a division of O F Packaging since late 2018, Plasticover has made tremendous strides in the domestic market. In addition to the supply of flexographic print rewind films and pre-formed packaging formats to an array of clients in Australia and New Zealand, they have managed to add great value to their business through an even greater focus on service and versatility in their offerings.

With a growing team across their local manufacturing divisions, and plans for adding even more service offering to their clients through the greater O F Packaging family, we have decided that it was time to evolve Plasticover to fit within their overall company brand identity.

In order to fully represent the forward-thinking, collaborative, unified and innovative culture of their overall business, they are excited to announce the re-brand to O F Flexo.

With an extended offering in the sustainability space, O F Flexo will continue to offer 100% Australian-Made packaging solutions, with the addition of the latest in recyclable and recycled-content films.

SAME TEAM - SAME LOCATION - NEW NAME For more information, please email through to their previous address- info@plasticover.com.au, their new email- info@offlexo.com.au, or call the offices on (03) 9775 1717.

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We do more than simply provide the best equipment. We work with you to custom engineer the perfect processing and packaging solution that meets the unique needs of your business and provide ongoing support for the life cycle of your machinery. The perfect package. selpak.com.au

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New Diploma in Packaging Technology Graduate

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e AIP would like to congratulate our latest Diploma in Packaging h Technology Graduate, Nathan Leong Dip.Pkg.Tech. MAIP, R&D Packaging Specialist, Primo Foods. Nathan kindly shared with the AIP what he learnt during his studies…

Q1: What is your current role? What are your areas of responsibility?

Nathan: M y current role is R&D Packaging Specialist for Primo Foods. My areas of responsibility are:

1. Leading and implementing packaging projects within the business relating to: a. New Product Development b. Recyclability/Sustainability c. Value engineering / Cost-outs d. Problem solving packaging and machine related issues. e. Customer request, questions and complaints.

2. Briefing, designing and specifying new packaging formats with suppliers and marketing/sales teams.

3. Final artwork reviewer and signatory.

4. General packaging and product technical support to the business.

Nathan Leong Dip.Pkg.Tech. MAIP R&D Packaging Specialist Primo Foods

Q2: What does graduating from the Diploma in Packaging Technology mean to you?

Nathan: Personally the completion of the Diploma in Packaging Technology means a great deal.

1. Firstly, it gives me a good sense of achievement in completing a course that was content heavy with plenty of technical detail and complexity.

2. This completion also gives me a new level of confidence to know that I am ready for take on complex packaging related problems and challenges.

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How will you apply this knowledge moving forward?

Nathan: T he Diploma in Packaging Technology will forever be a core foundation of packaging and product knowledge as a professional within the food industry (and possibly beyond).

As a packaging specialist I plan to use my knowledge to design more accessible and sustainable packaging (in scope of the SPG’s), improve manufacturing processes and implement recycle ready packaging solutions to meet the 2025 National Packaging targets.

I believe it will benefit me for potential career positions as a Project Manager, New Product Development Manager, Technical Sales and General Management the knowledge will no doubt assist me to make informed decisions to positively impact the business.

Personally, I will be using the knowledge and principles of polymer chemistry, packaging development and sustainability to educate my children, family and friends on how packaging really impacts the world.

Q4: Do you have any advice on why other people should complete the Diploma in Packaging Technology?

Nathan: E nsure you take the time to do this course. It will positively change your life personally and professionally.

Undertaking the Diploma in Packaging technology will accompany and build your skill set no matter what role or industry you are in.

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New Diploma in Packaging Technology Graduate Q5:

So where to from here for your career?

Nathan: That is a very good question. Ask me again after the pandemic and I might have a better idea. The Diploma in Packaging Technology introduced me to a new world that I am still exploring and finding my way around.

I do know that I want to continue improving and growing in the automation side of the packaging industry.

Q6: Will you consider applying to become a Certified Packaging Professional in Training as your next professional development stage?

Nathan: I deally I will head into Product & Packaging Project Management roles and then General Management Positions. The Diploma in Packaging will always play a foundation as the core knowledge for these positions.

Thereafter, I aim to potentially retire as Educator or Mentor in packaging whilst practicing Tai Chi and Yoga !

The Diploma in Packaging Technology is a PIABC accredited Level 5 qualification which is internationally recognised for those wishing to pursue a career in the packaging industry or for those who are already in the industry and who wish to extend their knowledge and expertise. It has been offered by the AIP continuously for forty years and has an exemplary record of successful students. The Diploma in Packaging Technology prepares students to take responsibility for packaging operations at any level through the supply chain. The qualification is comprehensive, and provides an opportunity to study the principles of packaging, packaging materials and packaging processes. To find out more email info@aipack.com.au

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AIP Welcomes New Members

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e AIP would like to take this opportunity to welcome Renata Daudt MAIP, Founder/Country h Manager ANZ, AWEN Consulting/ANDRITZ, Sam Curtin MAIP, Account Director Technical Packaging, MaCher, Oana Marciu MAIP, Technical Service Assistant, UPM Raflatac and Emanuel Mazzucco, Director, Mela Creative to the Institute and share a little bit about who they are and what they do in the industry. Please join with us in welcoming them to the AIP.

Renata Daudt AAIP Founder / Country Manager ANZ AWEN Consulting / ANDRITZ

Sam Curtin AAIP Account Director Technical Packaging MaCher

Oana Marciu AAIP Account Director Technical Packaging UPM Raflatac

Emanuel Mazzucco MAIP Director Mela Creative

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

Renata: I have been working in paper packaging field for the past 7 years and before that when working for a food company my interest was always around packaging.

In 2020 I decided to follow my passion in packaging and founded AWEN Consulting where I help small and medium size businesses on their pathway to sustainable packaging. I was looking for specific courses and the right networking in the packaging world in Australasia and joining AIP was exactly what I was after.

The opportunity to have access to high level courses and professional networking is what AIP offers.

Sam: After delivering a couple of innovations in the market that are in line with 2025 sustainability goals this year I realised just how important innovation in design, recyclability, and materials has become.

The resources available for further training along with the access to industry specialists provide a formal path forward to being effective in bringing sustainable packaging to market. The amount of green washing in the market is staggering, and avoiding it is more important than ever.

Oana: I joined the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) to gain learnings in all areas of packaging industry.

AIP offers valuable resources , informations, trainings and courses applicable for packaging levels of activity. The AIP is an inexhaustible source of information on not only what is happening in Australia but also in the world. I find the trainings being extremely full of information, funny in some places and very understandable to everyone.

Emanuel: I joined the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) to be more connected with the packaging industry and be involved with the packaging community as we work together to deliver more sustainable packaging in line with the 2025 National Packaging Targets. I believe that packaging has a vital role in helping to reduce waste and I look forward to keeping up to date with industry standards and technological advancements.

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AIP Welcomes New Members 2. H ow long have you been in the industry? What are your areas of expertise?

Renata: Since 2009, most of these years since have been in Pulp & Paper business across 15 countries. Through my work with recycling paper businesses I have learnt about waste management and together with my experience in plastic, paper, printing and food manufacturing I became an expert on sustainable packaging for ANZ businesses to meet the 2025 Targets.

Sam: I have been working in the industry for 13 years. I work across a wide range of industries and depending on the project I lead a project as it moves through design departments, product developers, production managers, engineers, and product marketers to name a few.

Oana: I have been in the industry for 10 years with extensive experience in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certified manufacturing operations, especially in the areas of Technical Product Management, Quality Control and Quality Assurance. I have worked in highly regulated industries like therapeutical drugs manufacturing and in large multinational corporations.

Emanuel: I have been a packaging designer for over 30 years and have run my own branding agency since 1992. During my career, I have worked with many businesses to design innovative and eye-catching packaging. My expertise is in graphic design and I have a sound knowledge of packaging production.

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

Renata: I am currently working in two positions, as Country Manager at ANDRITZ where I oversee all the recycling paper, pulp and paper businesses in Australia and New Zealand. I am also working on my own business as sustainable packaging consultant at AWEN Consulting.

S am: Account Director Technical Packaging. I get briefed to either convert a packaging product to be sustainable, or create of a totally new piece of packaging. I lead a team of experts from design right through to delivery.

Oana: I am a member of the Technical Services Team responsible for providing technical assistance to customers and other UPM Raflatac departments in the Oceania region. I am responsible for handling customer enquiries, complaints, and issues regarding quality issue claims. Conducting product testing, analysis and produced reports to determine claim outcomes. Provided all outcome documentation including certifications, changes in recyclability and forestry legislation.

Emanuel: I am the Director of Mela Creative, a packaging design agency in Sydney. I lead a small team of Australian graphic designers that push the creative edge in packaging design. My role is to work with clients to turn their product knowledge and marketing strategy into a brand and into packaging designs that have impact on the shelf.

NEW MEMBERS

The AIP would like to welcome the following new Members...

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Sam Curtin

Associate

NSW

Chris Buttler

Associate

VIC

James Wesley

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NSW

Renata Daudt

Associate

VIC

James Murphy

Member

NSW

Amanda Bradley

Associate

VIC

Emanuel Mazzucco

Member

NSW

Natalie Shaw

Associate

VIC

Andrea Steen

Member

NSW

Oana Marciu

Associate

VIC

Alistair McFarlane

Associate

SA

Ana Bonilla

Associate

VIC

Dezmon Giraldi

Associate

VIC

Trevor Mayadunna

Member

VIC

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Position Vacant Staughton Group: Packaging Technologist • D ynamic and fast growing Australian owned family business • G reat workplace culture • N iche market FMCG business Staughton Group specialises in high-quality food manufacturing, primarily in the pet food markets. A fast growing, innovative regional organisation located on the beautiful Murray River, Staughton Group is a dynamic Australian business leading the manufacturing industry.

Started over 30 years ago, Staughton Group remains proudly family owned and operated. Their innovative business entities offer a professional, friendly, can do culture and excellent career prospects exist thanks to the rapid growth of their businesses.

Their values make them who they are: Pride, Integrity, Innovation, Tenacity and Collaboration.

The Role: Working in a high pace environment, the Retail Packaging Technologist will lead all packaging projects working alongside the product development team.

You will draw on your problem solving and creative knowledge to ensure all their packaging from concept to completion meets all standards, is cost effective and delivers the best results for their products.

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Lead all packaging projects alongside the product development team

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Monitor all packaging from concept to implementation and provide evaluations in order to continually improve the packaging solutions.

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Work on solutions for problems in existing range to improve performance of packaging.

Work collaboratively with external parties and researching current market trends to develop and implement new packaging.

Developing packaging streams that match current and future capabilities (ie ensure required packaging outcomes can be delivered efficiently with our plants).

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Research and provide technical advice on emerging packaging technologies and opportunities (including sustainability/recyclability aspect of materials).

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Work with trade partners (Private Label customers) as required on projects to deliver shared benefits through pack efficiencies.

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Demonstrated supervisory experience

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Tertiary Qualified in Food Science/Technology/ Packaging/BSc Material Science Engineering or related field would be highly regarded.

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Experience in working within the FMCG market alongside internal marketing teams and brand managers would be preferred Demonstrated experience as a Packaging Technologist across a range of packaging solutions and an array of different materials

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Consumer unit pack optimisation and ensuring final packs are suitable for on-shelf presentation and Staughton Group Factory execution.

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Retail unit pack optimisation – including pallet configuration to optimise storage and freight.

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A competitive salary

Ensure opportunities for minimising the number of packaging items required (eg generic/reusable packs where possible).

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Work with vendors to ensure packaging items are fit for purpose, but not over specified in terms of barrier etc (ie reduce waste).

Staughton Group is an equal opportunity employer.

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Position Vacant Pro-Pac Packaging: Flexographic Printer • O perate the most advanced equipment available • D ay & Night shifts available • M elbourne & Adelaide Company Overview Pro-Pac Packaging is a national company with a reputation for delivering excellent service, support & knowledge within the industry.

Flexible Packaging Their Flexibles division provides a vast range of flexible packaging products used for packing beverages, retail and wholesale foods, healthcare products, household products, pet food and personal care items.

About the Role: An opportunity has become available for a qualified or experienced Flexographic Printer to join Melbourne, South East or Adelaide, Regency Park sites working on a diverse range of tasks in the process of print production, operating some of the most innovative equipment available.

Your role will include: • • • • • • • • • •

Producing high quality Flexographic rewind as per the instruction provided via the Job Ticket.

Supervise and instruct the assigned Printers Assistant ensuring they understand and follow FSC22000 and ISO processes.

Manage the continued implementation of the HACCP and ISO policies which specifically include a clean, tidy, and safe work area.

Ensure a smooth handover to the next shift Report any equipment faults/breakdowns and assist where possible in the resolution of said faults/breakdowns.

Manage systems and process to reduce quality issues from a raw material through to finished goods Implement customer specific quality requirements.

Investigate and report on waste %’s as well as process improvements to reduce waste.

Following any work, safety or procedural instructions from senior management Continuous process improvement.

To be successful, you will have: • Previous flexographic experience is essential • Experience within the packaging industry will be highly regarded • Technical aptitude • Strong practical skills and knowledge of machinery • Problem-solving skills • The ability to work well as part of a team • The ability to work to tight deadlines • Good concentration • Creativity and originality • The motivation to remain educated and up to date with developments in the printing industry The Pro-Pac Group is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law.

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Position Vacant Pro-Pac Packaging: Prepress Assistant • O perate the most advanced equipment available • D ay & Night shifts available • M elbourne & Adelaide Company Overview Pro-Pac Packaging is a national company with a reputation for delivering excellent service, support & knowledge within the industry.

Flexible Packaging Their Flexibles division provides a vast range of flexible packaging products used for packing beverages, retail and wholesale foods, healthcare products, household products, pet food and personal care items.

About the Role: An opportunity has become available Prepress Assistant to join their Melbourne, South East or Adelaide, Regency Park sites. Their ideal candidate has a stable employment history, a positive and collaborative attitude, a desire to learn, and a demonstrated ability to work safely in producing quality product. Candidates selected to join us must pass a pre-employment medical.

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Assist in plate filing and pulling out plate parcels for upcoming jobs.

Clean plates before mounting, clean plates before filing if necessary.

Mount jobs for production as required and requested.

Do re-mounts for presses as required when there are plate issues.

Assist on presses if required due to absenteeism.

Maintain a clean and safe working environment in the mounting areas.

Support the continued implementation of the HACCP and ISO policies which specifically include a clean, tidy and safe work area.

Report any equipment faults/breakdowns and assist where possible in the resolution of said faults/breakdowns.

Attend and contribute to any regular or ad hock meetings as requested.

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To ensure the interests of Perfection Packaging are always the priority Processes in place to ensure that Perfection Packaging maintains a safe work environment for its entire staff.

All information regarding clients, jobs and practises to be kept confidential.

Give feedback to operators and assistants.

Continuous process improvement.

The Pro-Pac Group is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law.

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Position Vacant Pro-Pac Packaging: Slitter Assistant / Flexographic Printer Assistant Slitter/Printer Assistant, Slitter Assistant and Flexographic Printer Assistant Positions Available Slitter/Printer Assistant • O perate the most advanced equipment available • D ay, Afternoon & Night shift- commence immediately • M elbourne & Adelaide Company Overview Pro-Pac Packaging is a national company with a reputation for delivering excellent service, support & knowledge within the industry.

Flexible Packaging Their Flexibles division provides a vast range of flexible packaging products used for packing beverages, retail and wholesale foods, healthcare products, household products, pet food and personal care items.

About the Roles: An opportunity has become available for an experienced Slitter & Printer Assistants to join our Melbourne, South East or Adelaide, Regency Park sites. Our ideal candidates have a stable employment history, a positive and collaborative attitude, a desire to learn, and a demonstrated ability to work safely in producing quality product. Candidates selected to join us must pass a pre-employment medical.

Slitter Assistant

Flexographic Printer Assistant

Your role will include: • Assist in the Production of high-quality Flexographic rewind as per the instruction provided via the JOB TICKET and the Slitter.

• Follow any work, safety or procedural instructions from the Slitter or senior management.

• Clean in between jobs.

• Assist in the continued implementation of the HACCP and ISO policies which specifically include a clean, tidy and safe work area.

• Report any equipment faults/breakdowns and assist where possible in the resolution of said faults/breakdowns.

• Attend and contribute in any regular or ad hock meetings as requested.

• Assist in managing systems and process to reduce quality issues from a raw material through to finished goods.

• Assist customer service when required.

• Assist in adhoc projects as they arise.

• Follow company processes and standards; and • Promote & participate in Workplace Health & Safety requirements.

Your role will include: • Producing high-quality Flexographic rewind as per the instruction provided via the Job Ticket taking direction from the Flexographic Printer.

• Follow any work, safety or procedural instructions from the Printer or senior management.

• Clean and wash down print units in between jobs.

• Regularly measure and adjust viscosity of inks.

• Place plain film rolls onto the press and remove printed film.

• Maintain a clean, tidy and safe work area.

• Report any equipment faults/breakdowns and assist where possible in the resolution of said faults/breakdowns.

• Manage systems and process to reduce quality issues from raw material through to finished goods • Implement customer-specific quality requirements.

• Aid with process improvements to reduce waste.

To be successful, you will have: • 1-2 years slitter assistant experience preferred • Proficient mathematical and measurement skills • Ability to handle project-type work while working individually with little supervision • Experience working with production computer software • Broad knowledge of product and customer specifications • Mechanical knowledge of and ability to adjust gauges, scales and hand tools

To be successful, you will have: • Technical aptitude with a keenness to develop a career in printing • Practical skills and knowledge of machinery • Problem-solving skills • The ability to work well as part of a team • The ability to work to tight deadlines • Good concentration and ability to take direction • Creativity and originality • Willingness to do what it takes, be flexible, and learn The Pro-Pac Group is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law.

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Up-Coming Virtual Courses, Webinars & Tradeshows Please note that 2021 AIP events will be held as virtual programs

JUNE 2021 2021 WORLDSTAR GLOBAL PACKAGING AWARDS: VIRTUAL EDITION

WHEN: 9 June 2021 WHAT: WPO (World Packaging Organisation will host a virtual ceremony for the winners of WorldStar 2021. The ceremony will take place on 9 June 2021. During the ceremony, all winners of the 2021 edition will be announced, including WorldStar General Awards, Special Awards and WPO Life Time Achievement Award.

2021 GLOBAL PACKAGING FORUM: VIRTUAL EDITION The Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP), in conjunction with Informa Markets, and supported by the WPO, are pleased to run the third annual Global Packaging Forum @ProPak Asia 2021.

The 2021 Global Packaging Forum will be run as a virtual edition and held over four sessions across four months.

WHEN: 15 June 2021 WHERE: Alongside ProPak Asia 2021 WHAT: Each session will bring together expert global presenters from all over the world including Singapore, Thailand, Turkey, Austria, Indonesia, Thailand, Australia who will be discussing four topics:

Session #1 - RETHINK your packaging design Session #2 - REDUCE Your Packaging Session #3 - RECYCLE Your Packaging Session #4 - REUSE Your Packaging

Session #1 ‘RETHINK your packaging Design’ will be held on the 15th of June at 15.00-16.30 hrs GMT+7 – Bangkok/Thailand time.

The time has come to rethink the way packaging is designed. The change is being driven by consumers who want to see circular packaging that has designed out waste, is reusable, incorporates recycled content, is truly recyclable and all unnecessary packaging and problematic materials are eliminated.

This significant societal behaviour shift is a green light for Packaging Technologists and Designers to become even more innovative and creative by the redesign of packaging to be circular and not follow the linear model of ‘take-make-dispose’. Packaging Technologists and Designers can now design out waste at the beginning, to ensure the materials selected can be used repeatedly, are recyclable and regenerates natural systems.

SPEAKERS:

Prof Pierre Pienaar MSc, FAIP, CPP President World Packaging Organisation (WPO)

Sertac Ersayin

Board Member, World Design Organisation (WDO) President, Industrial Designer Society of Turkey

PROPAK ASIA 2021: VIRTUAL EDITION WHEN: 9 to 23 June 2021 WHAT: The 29th International Processing and Packaging Exhibition for Asia. Through easy access via desktop, laptop or tablet at your comfort wherever you are. Your opportunity to connect and network virtually with key suppliers in the processing and packaging industries from around the world.

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Richard Smith FAIP

Director of Sustainability Amcor Flexibles Asia Pacific

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MODERATOR:

Ralph Moyle FAIP, CPP

Education Coordinator Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP)

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JUNE 2021 Planet Protector Packaging Virtual Site Tour: Members Only WHEN: 23 June 2021

10.00 am to 11.00 am AEDT WHAT: P lanet Protector Packaging is on a mission to eliminate polystyrene from supply chains across the globe. Planet Protector Packaging manufactures a disruptive product called Woolpack, that is made from 100% waste wool enclosed within a recyclable food grade wrap.

It is a sustainable, biodegradable, recyclable and home compostable alternative for shipping temperature-sensitive food, seafood, wine, pharmaceuticals and cosmeceuticals. Independent scientific tests regularly confirm that its performance is superior to that of polystyrene.

During this tour, attendees will hear the story of the development of the international award-winning Woolpack product and witness how it is manufactured and how the product is applied to a wide variety of goods that need to be shipped over very long distances with confidence.

Woolpack has won multiple awards including Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards and WorldStar Packaging Awards. *=1 CPP PT

MEET THE TEAM:

Joanne Howarth AAIP

Chief Executive Officer Planet Protector Packaging

Lars Ljung

Sustainability Manager Planet Protector Packaging

Master of Food & Packaging Innovation Materials & Processes WHEN: 28 to 30 June 2021 WHERE: University of Melbourne WHAT: 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.

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JUNE 2021 Packaging in the Beverage Industry Training Course: VIRTUAL NEW COURSE WHEN: 30 June 2021 WHERE: Via Zoom WHAT: The new ‘Packaging in the Beverage Industry’ training course will provide the winning recipe in developing packaging to lead in the marketplace. The two key influencing factors on product & packaging are consumer preferences which too often are being addressed through NPDs and cost pressure to manage a successful P&L.

The training course is structured to create the decision making aspects from a commercialisation process. This course will focus on the requirements of primary, secondary and tertiary packaging, a deep dive per chapter. These sections will include prototype testing regime, sustainable packaging guiding principles, QA testing details, shelf-life requirements, continuous improvement thoughts.

The role of packaging during this course is approached through an End-2-End review along the supply value chain.

Therefore, understanding manufacturing capabilities, a specific focus at the POS, packaging as the driving force in sustainability and the development of a long-term packaging strategy roadmap are the essential contents which will be addressed. External experts, graphics, literature sources & videos will be used for various chapters.

The key objectives of this training are:

•G etting captivated by defining packaging specifications, including filling technology, packing equipment and automated warehouse storage.

• Learning the basic requirements on primary, secondary and tertiary packaging.

• Understanding the unique landscape of the beverage industry.

• Adopting an End-2-End approach in value stream mapping from raw material supplier to customer and consumer.

• Seeing how cost out and managing P&Ls converts into getting a green thumb and driving sustainability goals.

• B ecoming confident in setting a long-term packaging strategy roadmap without losing focus on short-term (quick) wins.

TRAINER:

Dr Martin Orzinski, MAIP Director Orzinski Consulting

+ Guest Speakers Anthony Druitt MAIP (CCA) & Michael Furlong (Universal Closures)

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JULY 2021 Master of Food & Packaging Innovation Materials & Processes WHEN: 1 to 2 July & 5 to 9 2021 WHERE: University of Melbourne

Master of Food & Packaging Innovation Food Packaging & Design WHEN: 12 to 16 & 19 to 23 July 2021 WHERE: University of Melbourne WHAT: 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.

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JULY 2021 Replas Virtual Site Tour: Members Only WHEN: 14 July 2021

10.00 am to 11.00 am AEDT WHAT: The Replas Virtual Tour will take a look at the manufacturing and fabrication facilities of Replas and will explain the importance of The Pull Through Effect, implementing a Circular Economy, and why the TRACE Program is the next step for brand owners to take action against soft plastic waste.

With plastic use on the rise, we need to create a sustainable community that reduces, re-uses and recycles plastics. At Replas, we see waste as a valuable resource, and are part of making this world more sustainable. What is the environmental cost in not being involved in the circular economy? By re-thinking your selection and procurement to recycled plastic products, you become the true recycler. Everyone touches plastic and we must be more accountable and responsible if we are to drive demand for recycled plastic products.

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WHEN: 25 to 28 July 2021 WHERE: Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park WHAT: Foodpro is Australia’s leading food manufacturing event, showcasing design innovations, new technology and the latest in processing and packaging solutions. Whether it’s through exhibiting at the triennial event, or taking advantage of the digital opportunities available, foodpro brings the food industry expertise to one place.

FoodPro - AIP Session 1 - Sustainable Packaging WHEN: 26 July 2021

FoodPro - AIP Session 2 - Food Waste and Save Food Packaging WHEN: 28 July 2021

AUGUST 2021 Sealed Air Virtual Site Tour: Members Only WHEN: 4 August 2021

2021 AIP Australasian Packaging Conference: VIRTUAL WHEN: 17 to 18 August 2021 WHERE: Via Zoom Rethinking Packaging WHAT: The Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) will be hosting a two-day virtual Design edition of the biennial Australasian Packaging Conference on the 17th and 18th of August. Bringing together a broad range of attendees from food, AIP Australasian Packaging Conference 17 & 18 August 2021 beverage, pharmaceutical and manufacturing industries across Australia and New Zealand the 2021 AIP Australasian Packaging Conference will enable you to hear from local businesses who are busy making the step changes needed to ensure that all packaging is fit-for-the-future.

Following over 25 years of highly successful technical conferences, the 2021 AIP Australasian Packaging Conference will be designed to deliver a two-day educational program that will cover a broad range of topics relating to ‘Rethinking Packaging Design’ and will showcase award-winning innovative and intuitive materials and packaging that consider circularity, sustainability, technological advancements and more.

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AUGUST 2021 WOMEN IN PACKAGING FORUM: VIRTUAL

WHEN: 18 August 2021 WHERE: Virtual WHAT: Now in its fourth year PKN Packaging News and Food & Drink will be hosting, in collaboration with the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) the highly successful Women in Packaging Breakfast Forum during the AIP Australasian Packaging Conference. The 2021 Women in Packaging Breakfast Forum is held each year with either the Australasian Packaging Conference or the AIP Packaging Technical Forum. The Women in Packaging Breakfast Forum is an event presented by PKN Packaging News and Food & Drink Business, in partnership with the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP).

Australian Waste Recycling Expo (AWRE) WHEN: 25 to 26 August 2021 WHERE: ICC, Sydney NSW WHAT: As the premier business event for the waste, recycling and resource recovery sector, AWRE is where the best come together to join forces for a world of solutions towards a cleaner, more sustainable future.

AIP Australian Waste Recycling Expo (AWRE) AIP session 1 Recycled Content WHEN: 26 August 2021

SEPTEMBER 2021 PROPAK ASIA 2021 WHEN: 15 to 18 September 2021 WHERE: BITECC (Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre) Bangkok, Thailand WHAT: The 29th International Processing and Packaging Exhibition for Asia, ProPak Asia truly is the 'Must-Attend' industry event in Asia, as quality and variety of products increase and expand, and productivity of operations and manufacturing standards are driven higher by consumer demands and new automation and technological advances, which will be presented at the show. With ProPak Asia's strong relationship and support from stakeholders, associations, institutes, and industry leading experts amass industry specific thought-leading conferences, seminars and technical workshops.

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SEPTEMBER 2021 International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste WHEN: 29 September 2021 WHAT: The United Nations General Assembly designated 29 September as the International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste (IDAFLW). It was initiated by the Food and Agricultural Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) and is one of the international days observed by the UN.

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Martogg showcases LCM’s circular capabilities

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he Martogg Group, along with Sustainable Sally, recently invited Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) members to a virtual tour of its Life Cycle Management (LCM) division in Victoria, to showcase its capabilities and learn of its push for a circular economy for plastics.

Operating as the company's sustainability division, Martogg LCM is dedicated to providing businesses and brands throughout Australia and the world with an extensive range of recycled polymers, both for industrial and food contact applications.

“We’ve always had a circular mentality to plastics since our inception, using recycled feedstocks in all areas of our business – from selected master batch and engineering resins, to commodity compounding and outright recycling,” says Austen Ramage, group sustainability manager for Martogg Group.

“We feel that as a recycling business, we are uniquely positioned as a compounding company that also recycles, as opposed to an outright recycler. It might seem like a subtle difference, but because of this we take all 46 years of our compounding experience into every new recycled formulation or batch that we manufacture.

“We believe that brands and retailers have a clear role to play in this as well, including but not limited to educating consumers of the benefits of plastic, buying products that are packaged in recycled content, and also how to recycle correctly and reuse plastics wherever possible. From our experience, plastic is far too valuable of a resource to only use it once."

The Group recently joined forces with leading sustainability advocate Sustainable Sally Williams to further bring awareness to the importance of the circular economy in Australia for converters, brand owners, and consumers.

During the virtual tour, Sustainable Sally and Martogg LCM premiered a three-part video series that discussed the current state of the recycling industry in Australia, showcasing the technologies involved and recycled polymers available, and sharing the story of some great work being done in this space.

“The devastating effects discarded single-use plastics could have on our environment can only be described as catastrophic, and if we don’t come up with sustainable solutions soon, it won’t be long before the contamination will directly affect us all,” says Williams.

“However, we have reached a turning point, and thanks to Martogg and other visionary recycling companies, there is now a sustainable solution that could extend the lifecycle of these valuable polymers indefinitely.”

According to Ben McCulloch, product manager – marPET, Martogg Group, we have been benefiting from plastic in some way, shape or form due to its many different uses, which is why it has dominated the packaging industry for decades.

“We’ve got a stockpile of waste that is growing at a pretty rapid rate, with thousands of tonnes of plastic every day, and we need to find a solution that isn’t just putting it into the ground, shipping it offshore, or letting it enter our environment,” McCulloch says.

“We have to take our own responsibility for it, and the good news is that plastic is inherently recyclable, so the whole notion around plastic being a single-use material, it is false.

“We have been recycling for years and the beauty is you only have to look as far as PET as an example to see that this material as a post-consumer material can be recycled back into food grade resin suitable again for the same application from whence it originated.

“So we now have got an opportunity to direct that waste plastic through the recycling facility and put it back out into consumer goods, and it is so important for the circular economy.”

(l-r) Sustainable Sally, Austen Ramage and Greg Kerslake.

A very special Martogg Moment this week, with Sally, Greg and Austen hosting a virtual tour of the marPET® production process and sharing a story of Australian Manufacturers and Brands supporting the circular economy! https://youtu.be/CD124TZJhh8

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Martogg showcases LCM’s circular capabilities

The Vacurema line.

Martogg itself has its own brand of rPET too, which it calls marPET, which according to Williams, represents a turning point in the eradication of single-use plastic as it is a totally recycled raw material that can effectively be reused over and over again.

It is food contact approved and is produced via Martogg Group’s three Vacurema lines in its Dandenong facility, which has the production capacity of 23,000 tonnes per annum.

“Recycled PET can and should be used into all applications, but specifically, PET as a resin is a superior material and a dominant material in food packaging and other FMCG products,” McCulloch says.

“Now, the beauty of recycled PET is that it can be used directly in place of virgin PET, so it is a direct substitute – it also has to be FDA compliant, it is durable, it is robust, it is essentially the same thing as virgin PET. We are not losing any of the properties.”

“We use the Vacurema machines to treat the material through the reactors, then decontaminating it, so it is actually purifying the resin. It has to be that way because a lot of these recycled materials are going back into food contact applications,” adds Greg Kerslake, manufacturing manager, Martogg.

“Very fine particulates are removed through this process to ensure that the quality of the material doesn’t have any inclusions or any contaminants that may be introduced into the actual finished product.

“Once everything is then sampled, quality control passed, we can then put it into stores and away it goes.

It can go around and around again infinitely, becoming a completely circular process."

The materials are then delivered to several of Martogg’s partners, including Victorian-based RPAK, who manufactures and distributes a wide range of recycled food packaging to industry, including those made with marPET. “Everything that we make is made from 100 per cent recycled material, and ideally, from the post-consumer industrial waste,” explains Michael Reid, managing director, RPAK. “We would make probably 50 per cent of all of our products with marPET, and industry has received that very well. If we asked that question five years ago maybe not so, because of the slight price premium, but there’s been a change in thinking recently due to

more awareness and education coming through about recycling and sustainability. “marPET gives us the opportunity to increase the amount of recycled content that we can use. Without marPET, I would have to be running virgin materials only, and I would then be able to mix post-industrial scrap from my own processes, but I’ll only achieve 30 per cent maximium. marPET enabled us to take that to 50 per cent, and in some cases, 100 per cent when required.”

McCulloch believes it is partnerships like this that will push forward Australia’s transition to a circular economy.

“It is incredible that we have a manufacturer in RPAK who is a clear advocate for sustainability,” McCulloch says.

“They are playing their part. They are using recycled PET back into their packaging. And they already have many businesses and brands that are aligned with them for their packaging solutions.

“But I do believe that it begins and ends with the consumer. If consumers are actively seeking product packaging such as this that contains recycled content, they are buying it and know the story behind it, then no doubt we’ve got a circular economy on our hands.”

Published with permission from PKN Packaging News

Following on from the recent AIP Virtual Tour Martogg has been busy answering the questions that members asked via video. The first video is with Greg Kerslake and the second one is with Michael Reed from RPak.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=xWBbToCzwYk&t=48s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zJkz_4lKe2U

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ANZPAC pact to unite plastic supply chain

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he ANZPAC Plastics Pact has officially launched, uniting businesses, NGOs, and governments across the plastics supply chain behind a series of ambitious 2025 targets to eliminate plastic waste.

ANZPAC (Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Islands) has joined the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s global Plastics Pact Network, which is a globally aligned response to plastic waste and pollution. It unites over 550 member organisations behind the shared vision of a circular economy for plastic, where it never becomes a waste or pollution.

The ANZPAC Plastics Pact has been a deal three years in the making, and members and supporters celebrated the official, launch of the program at the Australian National Maritime Museum in Sydney on 18 May. The event drew a crowd in physical attendance, and some 200 participants online.

The ANZPAC Plastics Pact, which will be administered by the Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO), represents the complete plastics supply chain – from leading brands, packaging manufacturers and retailers, to resource recovery leaders, government institutions and NGOs. “This is a platform for creating a consolidated and cohesive approach for the entire plastics supply chain to work together on the important issue of taking plastic and making it circular,” explained Brooke Donnelly, CEO of APCO. “Here in Australia, just 18 per cent of the plastic we put on the market is successfully recovered for future use.

We have a responsibility to be better at that and today’s launch is an incredible step forward."

“And it is really important in this conversation to recognise that plastic as a resource isn’t evil, but the way that we manage plastic at the end of its life is not very effective or efficient at the moment. We cannot be doing business like this moving forward."

The ambitious new cross-regional program will work to fundamentally transform the country’s response to plastic by eliminating unneeded plastics; innovating to ensure plastics we do need are reusable, recyclable, or compostable; and circulating the plastic we use, keeping it in the economy and out of the environment.

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The immediate next steps for the ANZPAC Plastics Pact program to achieve its 2025 goals is to develop a roadmap for action.

“The roadmap is really the first step of the ANZPAC network and its important that we all work together to get that clearly defined within the next 12 months so we can start to accelerate achieving our ambitious targets,” Donnelly said.

“We’ve already started to talk to benefactors and brands to secure their commitments for the use of recycled materials in their packaging format, which is fundamental in achieving a circular outcome."

“There’s a lot of work to be done and the roadmap, along with the project development phase, is very much about working through what that path towards the circular economy will look like.”

According to Trevor Evans, assistant minister for waste reduction and environmental management, there are few areas as complex and challenging as plastic waste here in Australia.

“Which is why we’re stepping up and taking significant action, both in terms of policy reform and significant record investments, to try to tackle these challenges head on,” Evans said.

“Everyone has a role to play – from governments at all levels, households, small business and large, innovators, entrepreneurs, and community and environmental groups. Engagement, collaboration and cooperation are absolutely the key.

“We live in a world with complicated supply chains, which is why it’s important for regional approaches, such as the ANZPAC [Plastics Pact], are able to come to the fore with direct support and involvement to really make a difference.”

For more information, visit the ANZPAC Plastics Pact website here.

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