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An in-depth look into new packaging concepts pertaining to refrigerated and frozen foods. Submit packaging-related news and press releases to Editor-in-Chief Marina Mayer at mayerm@bnpmedia.com.

ARTICLES

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Study reveals cook-in-bag sales to grow

The report foresees plastic to remain the preferred material used for the production of cook-in-bags.
November 12, 2019
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The cook-in-bag method is quickly permeating retail outlets. The high temperature-resistant film combined with practicality and convenience are key drivers in the growth of the cook-in-bag market, according a study produced by Fact.MR, Rockville, Md.
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Study: U.S. plastics industry maintains trade surplus

The plastics industry maintained a trade surplus of $500 million, as consumption of plastics products continued to grow in the United States.
October 31, 2019
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The size of the U.S. plastics industry expanded in 2018, accounting for 993,000 jobs and $451.3 billion worth of shipments. In the same year, it maintained a trade surplus of $500 million, as consumption of plastics products continued to grow in the United States, according to two reports released by the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS), Washington, D.C.
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Study reveals consumer climate dictates industry developments of foodservice packaging

When it comes to foodservice packaging materials, respondents say there is growing interest in paper and fiber, deemed by some to be more “sustainable.”
October 29, 2019
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The Foodservice Packaging Institute, Falls Church, Va., released the 11th annual Trends Report, which reveals that industry opinions are largely focused on sustainable packaging and customization of products to meet consumer demand.
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Report unveils top clean packaging trends in 2019

Brands are exploring new strategies in line with consumers’ desire to lead an environmental-friendly, sustainable and more hygienic lifestyle.
October 22, 2019
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GlobalData, UK, highlights the top clean packaging trends impacting the production, marketing and sales of consumer packaged goods in Asia-Pacific (APAC) in 2019.
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EVENTS

Industry

4/14/16
Lambeau Field Atrium
Green Bay, WI
United States

9th Annual Converters Expo

The 9th Annual Converters Expo on April 14, 2016 will bring together converters and packagers of paper, film and nonwovens with industry buyers, specialists and suppliers.

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Industry

2/5/19
Charlotte Convention Center
Charlotte, NC
United States
Contact: Karen Close, Senior Events Manager, BNP Media / Packaging Strategies

Converters Expo South

Converters Expo South is a one-day expo, featuring 88 exhibitors, on Tuesday, February 5 at 10:30 am-4:30 pm.

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Industry

2/3/20 to 2/5/20
AT&T Conference Center
Austin, TX
United States

The Packaging Conference

The Packaging Conference is dedicated to bringing leading-edge technology and market information to packaging supply chain participants in the following industries: beverage, food, household/industrial/agricultural chemicals, toiletries and cosmetics, health and beauty aids, pharmaceuticals, etc.  For more info: www.thepackagingconference.com.

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Industry

4/15/20 to 4/17/20
Hangzhou International Expo Center
Hangzhou
China

FBIF 2020

Over the past years the F&B industry has experienced a slow-down while startups are on the rise.

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Featured Event Industry

4/26/20 to 4/29/20
Doral Resort
Miami, FL
United States

Food Automation and Manufacturing Conference and Expo

Food Engineering's Food Automation & Manufacturing Conference and Expo (FA&M) is a 2 ½ day event that brings food and beverage processors and suppliers together to gain valuable information on the latest trends and technologies in manufacturing, automation, sustainability and food safety.

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Industry

5/7/20 to 5/13/20
Fairgrounds
Dusselldorf
Germany

Interpack 2020

The next staging of interpack, the world’s leading international trade fair for the packaging sector and related processing industries, will take place from May 7 – 13, 2020 at the fairgrounds in Düsseldorf, Germany. 

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Industry

5/17/20 to 5/21/20
Orange County Convention Center
Orlando, FL
United States
Contact: Jacob Barron

NPE2021: The Plastics Show and Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) Press Conference at K 2019

NPE® is the largest plastics trade show in the Americas. Since 1946, it has fueled the advancements of tomorrow by creating a platform for technology and ingenuity.

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Industry

11/8/20 to 11/11/20
Chicago, IL
United States

Pack EXPO International 2020

Explore packaging technologies, equipment and materials from 2,500 exhibitors serving virtually every vertical industry.

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Industry

4/13/21 to 4/15/21
McCormick Place
Chicago, IL
United States

ProFood Tech 2021 Brings Processing Solutions to Key Decision Makers

Exhibit sales are open for the return of ProFood Tech (April 13-15, 2021; McCormick Place, Chicago). Following one of the most influential events for food and beverage companies in 2019, ProFood Tech 2021 is set to attract an increasing number of executive-level decision makers with significant influence and purchasing power.

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