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Cox & Co chocolate bar in new paper flow wrap

Cox & Co releases first-ever flow wrap chocolate paper packaging

The company pivoted its production to test out new paper-based packaging solutions.

April 11, 2024

Offering a 12-month minimum shelf life, the new paper flow wrap solution is a huge step in the right direction to reducing the amount of chocolate packaging waste that ends up in landfill.

Clif Family Winery & Farm's new food packaging

Clif Family Winery & Farm debuts updated food packaging design

The revamped packaging is bold and playful, per the brand.

Liz Parker Kuhn

March 5, 2024

Inspired by California roots, the new design emphasizes commitment to quality and the newly achieved B Corp Certification.

UK's KP Snacks reduces packaging tonnage, use of plastic

The flow wrapping process will see a 35% plastic packaging reduction for six-packs.

Brad Addington

March 1, 2024

Company announces additional investment in flow wrap equipment to reduce plastic packaging across three of its popular brands.

Example of DS Smith-produced packaging for Mondelēz International

Mondelēz International announces five-year sole supplier deal with DS Smith for European markets

The agreement represents an exclusive partnership and is an extension of existing services, with a commitment to new projects.

Liz Parker Kuhn

February 7, 2024

The two companies will continue to use DS Smith Circular Design Metrics when co-creating new packaging innovations.

Confectionery industry aims for sustainable packaging

The confectionery market has high turnover and is highly competitive.

January 31, 2023

There is an increase in demand for sweets with more eco-friendly packaging.

BAR-U-EAT first to offer BPI Certified compostable bar wrappers

New packaging composed of plant-based materials from sustainably managed forests.

January 23, 2023

BAR-U-EAT is the first bar company in the world to offer packaging which carries certification for the entire package.

Flax4Life compostable bakery packaging draws attention, honors

The wholesale bakery’s plant-based packaging won 2022 IBIE BEST in Baking recognition.

Jenni Spinner

November 28, 2022

The company’s industrial-compostable, plant-based packaging is made from corn and sugar cane.

Green packaging solutions take a look at sustainability trends

Green equipment and materials feature a wide range of features.

Neal Lorenzi

August 17, 2022

When setting green/sustainability goals, consumer packaged goods companies are moving beyond a narrow focus to look holistically and collaboratively at products, packaging, and operations.

Snack and bakery brands support sustainability inside and out

Companies cater to consumers’ preferences on packaging, including recyclable options.

Kimberly Decker

August 23, 2021

Lest anyone think that the pandemic pressed "pause" on campaigns for corporate sustainability, think again. If anything, COVID-19 reminded consumers, and the snack and bakery sectors, just how interconnected we are, whether we’re selecting suppliers, expanding production, or packing a protein bar into our gym bags.