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Rexam surge ahead as leading fragrance packaging manufacturer

02-Feb-2007 - Rexam is further consolidating its lead as the number one packaging manufacturer for the beauty industry having been chosen to supply the new United Colors of Benetton, Vera Wang and Elizabeth Arden fragrance lines.

Rexam works on latest celebrity fragrance

30-Jan-2007 - Leading packaging manufacturer, Rexam, has been chosen to design the pump packaging concept for the latest celebrity fragrance on the market, Danielle by Danielle Steel.

New concept arrives for cosmetic pail packaging

30-Jan-2007 - Borealis, a plastic packaging provider for the cosmetics industry has created a new pail system that is said to significantly shorten production cycles - whilst also benefiting the environment and reducing packaging costs.

RFID technology goes global for cosmetics

26-Jan-2007 - The international phenomenon that is radio frequency identification technology (RFID) has at last hit Japanese cosmetic counters, with Global beauty manufacturer Shiseido taking part in a field trial in Japan this month.

Packager sells US operations to focus on Europe, Asia

25-Jan-2007 - Sweden-based Svenska Cellulosa AB (SCA) has sold its North American packing operations, that include personal care packaging, so as to focus on expanding its European and Asian operations.

Pallet pooler incorporates global RFID standard

19-Jan-2007 - A plastic pallet provider has coupled an international product coding standard with radio frequency identification (RFID) technology, allowing processors to better track their cosmetics products throughout the global supply chain.

Vitro wins packaging competition prizes

12-Jan-2007 - Global cosmetic packaging company Vitro has cleaned up in the 2006 WorldStar packaging competition, winning the most awards for a single company in the health and beauty sector.

UK company to produce plastic electronic displays

04-Jan-2007 - A UK-based company said today it has received funding to set up a plant for the commercialproduction of plastic electronics, potentially providing processors with a new way of attractingcustomers through the use of an active display label.

Rexam creates packaging for new Juicy Couture fragrance line

13-Dec-2006 - Leading cosmetics packaging provider Rexam has created the pumps for the new Juicy Couture Eau de Parfum range, a decision that consolidates its position as leader within this category.

Metro tests RFID along German-Asia supply route

07-Dec-2006 - The pressure on processors to use radio frequency identification (RFID) continues inEurope, with Metro Group testing the technology to track goods along the supply chain from China to Germany.

Sealed Air form-fill sealers now available in Europe

05-Dec-2006 - Two Sealed Air Shanklin Omni form fill sealers have been launched in metric and multi language versions, aimed at the European market.

Bioplastics demand experiencing boom in Europe

27-Nov-2006 - Demand for bioplastics in Europe has experienced its first boom this year leading to a need formore investments in the sector, says an industry organisation.

Associations call for scrapping of 'costly' waste assessments

20-Nov-2006 - The European Brands Association (AIM), representing branded cosmetics, has joined other sectors in a joint appeal calling on legislators to scrap amendments to the bloc's waste policy they say would require "additional and costly analysis".

Superfos responds to packaging safety requirements for elderly and children

10-Nov-2006 - Danish packaging company Superfos says it has introduced a new child-proof and senior-friendly opening and closing mechanism that meets demands for UN-approved packaging standards.

Eastman create innovative packaging for anti-aging cream

09-Nov-2006 - Cosmetic giants Lancôme Laboratories has chosen an injection-moulded, chemical resistant, glass polymer by Eastman Chemicals, for its latest creation, Secret Vie, an anti-aging face cream.

Packaging companies benefit from relaxed airport rules

07-Nov-2006 - The recent Transport Security Administration (TSA) announcement regarding relaxed security restrictions on liquid based cosmetics and toiletries in carry on luggage on planes could be beneficial to beauty packaging companies across all sectors of the cosmetics industry, a new report finds.

TechNature upgrades packaging and processing facilities

01-Nov-2006 - TechNature, a company specialising in natural powdered ingredients for the cosmetics industry and based in France, says it has invested in new technology that allows it to individually package a spectrum of different ingredients and products quickly and efficiently, according to individual requirements.

Stora Enso launches new cosmetic and secure packaging lines

01-Nov-2006 - Using last week's LuxePack show in Monaco as a launch platform, Finland based Stora Enso has unveiled a new packaging line for the cosmetics industry, together with a new technology to ensure packaging safety.

Nivea packaging secures prize for designer

30-Oct-2006 - Germany-based packaging design company Dieter Bakic has won the German Packaging Award 2006 for the design and refinement category with its latest design for the Nivea Beauté range.

Quality fragrance samples drive sales, survey finds

24-Oct-2006 - Research into the area of fragrance samples suggests that the right kind of product can considerably influence consumers in their purchasing decision.

Rexam create all transparent pump systems

24-Oct-2006 - Rexam Dispensing Systems is going for total invisibility in all of its pump fragrance dispensers, a feat that was previously outlined as a key goal in the companies product development strategies.

Metalprint gives packaging added shelf impact

18-Oct-2006 - With premium cosmetic products having to make statements communicated through increasingly sophisticated packaging as a means of extending market reach, high technology finishes such as Iggesund Paperboard's new PET laminated paperboard are growing in popularity.

RPC extends cosmetic dispensing range

16-Oct-2006 - RPC Bramlage-Wiko has increased its magic pump airless dispensing range with the addition of the Magic Oval dispenser from lotions, creams and gels - a move the company claims is in response to significant demand for the range.

Luxe Pack focuses on luxuries of the future

27-Sep-2006 - Luxe Pack will be opening its doors again in Monaco from October 24 - 27, highlighting some of the latest innovations, trends and designs from the world of luxury cosmetics and fragrances, with an emphasis on throwing a little light on what's next for the industry.

EU to remove restrictions on packaging sizes

26-Sep-2006 - Companies will soon have the freedom to choose the size of packaging they use for most oftheir products, after a set of restrictive rules were abolished yesterday by EU ministers.