Breaking News on Cosmetics Formulation & Packaging - North America EU edition

Glow-in-the-dark ink from Alpha Packaging arm targets unusual cosmetics

09-Jun-2009 - Technigraph has developed glow-in-the-dark ink that could be used for Halloween cosmetics, glowing night cream pots or romantic perfumes.

Call to shun degradable additives in cosmetics packaging

08-Jun-2009 - Cosmetics companies should avoid using degradable additives in PET packaging until four key questions can be answered, warns the National Association for PET Container Resources (NAPCOR).

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Maesa develops ‘book-packaging’ for Aloette

08-Jun-2009 - Maesa has developed packaging that can be read as a book for Alloete’s Cosmetics's new colour line.

Diamond Packaging receives green certification

01-Jun-2009 - Diamond Packaging has earned Forest Stewardship Council Chain-of-Custody (FSC) certification from the Rainforest Alliance’s SmartWood program.

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ESS Technologies introduces end-of-line packaging machinery

28-May-2009 - ESS Technologies has developed a machine combination for packing and palletizing to help manufacturers save both time and space.

Transparent Packaging develops scented packaging

26-May-2009 - Transparent Packaging has developed packaging which can be made to smell like the product inside.

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Portola Packaging appoints new CEO

20-May-2009 - Portola Packaging has appointed a new CEO and president from paperboard packaging firm Graphic Packaging International.

Subnil launches its fastest ever tube filler

19-May-2009 - Tube packaging specialist Subnil has launched its fastest tube filler to date with a capacity to produce up to 300 tubes a minute.

Bosch launches new, more efficient, carton machine

15-May-2009 - Bosch Packaging Technology has developed new cartoning machine, which it claims to be faster, more adaptable and with improved security features than its previous CUT 120 model.

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Competition opens for HBA International Package Design Awards

14-May-2009 - Entrance is now open for the International Package Design Awards (IPDA), which showcases the best cosmetics packaging from around the world.

Rexam restructures plastics packaging operations

12-May-2009 - Rexam is restructuring its plastic packaging operations following “sustained weakness” in personal care and closures this year.

Diamond Packaging turns to wind power, weight loss and recycling

06-May-2009 - Diamond Packaging has turned to wind power, weight loss and recyclable materials to create a greener package for Highland Lilac Perfume.

Health Canada publishes labeling guide on unusually packaged cosmetics

04-May-2009 - Health Canada has published an information sheet to clear up regulatory confusion surrounding cosmetics with small, ornamental, non-existent or odd packaging.

MWV reports significant losses following reorganization

29-Apr-2009 - MeadWestvaco (MWV) has reported significant first quarter losses following large restructuring charges related to layoffs, asset write-downs, and factory closures.

Aptar sales drop due to low demand in fragrance and cosmetics

16-Apr-2009 - A drop in demand from fragrance and cosmetics companies has led to falls in first quarter sales and income for Aptar Group.

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MPS buys up assets of Ivy Hill Corporation

14-Apr-2009 - Multi-Packaging Solutions (MPS) together with Irving Place Capital have announced the completion of the acquisition of certain assets of Ivy Hill Corporation.

Countdown begins to Luxe Pack New York

08-Apr-2009 - Preparations are well underway for Luxe Pack New York, an event that organizers expect to be stronger than ever despite the recession.

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Bosch streamlines packaging technology business

06-Apr-2009 - Global packaging player Bosch Packaging Technology, a leader in the area of holistic security systems, has streamlined and renamed all of its global subsidiaries.

ESS Technologies develops robotic loader for tube filling

31-Mar-2009 - ESS Technologies has developed a new robotic loading system to add flexibility and speed to tube filling.

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Unicep Packaging increases its contract mixing capabilities

31-Mar-2009 - Idaho-based Unicep Packaging says it has invested in new facilities to increase its contract mixing capabilities.

Weekly comment

Do we really need all that packaging?

24-Mar-2009 - Secondary packaging can serve to protect a product and also to give it a more up market appearance, but with consumers becoming both more eco- and budget-conscious its demise could be imminent.

Tube manufacturers need to be flexible to survive the crisis, says trade body head

20-Mar-2009 - ‘Flexibility, flexibility, flexibility’ should be the mantra of all European tube manufacturers if they want to weather the current economic storm, says the head of their trade body.

MWV closes two factories and reduces secondary packaging production

19-Mar-2009 - Marking a move away from secondary packaging, MeadWestvaco (MWV) is closing two factories in Virginia and Puerto Rico with the loss of 278 jobs.

Rexam targets promotional campaigns with new mini dispenser

19-Mar-2009 - Personal care players launching promotional programs with trial products are the target of Rexam’s new mini dispenser.