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Convenience and logistics driving smart packaging market

03-May-2006 - The global market for smart packaging for cosmetics products using such technologies as radio frequency identification (RFID) will grow to $618m (€489.5m) in 2013 from the current $9m, according to a forecast report.

MeadWestvaco acquires Saint-Gobain dispensing division

27-Apr-2006 - MeadWestvaco has signed a definitive agreement with France-based Compagnie de Saint-Gobain to acquire Saint-Gobain Calmar, a global manufacturer of plastic dispensing and spraying systems, for $710 million.

Coloured glass creates a splash for Gerresheimer

20-Apr-2006 - Gerresheimer chose the recent Cosmoprof event in Bologna, Italy, to unveil the latest in glass flacon packaging, including a new textured black glass that taps into innovative technology.

M&H Plastics buys up HPL Jars & Containers

13-Apr-2006 - M&H has consolidated its position as one of Europe's largest suppliers of beauty and health packaging with the acquisition of HPL Jars and Containers - a move that gives the group a leading edge in jar packaging.

RFID cost remains difficult to justify - for now

04-Apr-2006 - Some industries could achieve a reasonable payback from an investment in radio frequency identification (RFID) by 2008. Other sectors - such as personal care sector - will have a tough time achieving such results, according to a consultancy report.

Treofan and NatureWorks link up to market biodegradable film

03-Apr-2006 - German-based Treofan has entered into a new agreement with US-based NatureWorks to market its biodegradable film to personal care packagers.

Graham Packaging launches pressurized dispenser

23-Mar-2006 - Graham Packaging and SeaquistPerfect have developed a new pressurized dispenser, an innovative design that responds to demands for greater functionality and packaging safety.

Stacking robot is fastest in world, company claims

16-Mar-2006 - A Spanish company claims to have developed what it calls the fastest robot in the world for the personal care industry.

AlpVision joins the fight against cosmetic counterfeiting

13-Mar-2006 - AlpVision says it has launched a new technology on the market aimed at tackling the problem of counterfeited cosmetics and fragrances. A particular challenge for luxury cosmetics makers, counterfeiting is estimated to cost the industry billions in lost revenues every year.

RPC showcases new packaging for Hugo Boss skin care range

03-Mar-2006 - RPC Bramlage-Wiko has supplied the packaging for P&G's new Hugo Boss skin care range, which includes the specification of an airless dispenser and aluminium trimmings that contribute towards the line's high-end positioning.

Rexam supplies crimpless pump for Azul fragrance

02-Mar-2006 - Rexam Dispensing Systems has been involved in the redesign and launch of Animale Group's Azul fragrance for men, a move that aims to reinforce the products shelf appeal and image and one that helps to re-inforce the Rexam name in the beauty sector.

Rexam set to acquire pump maker

23-Feb-2006 - Rexam and Airspray have jointly announced a take-over bid that will see the UK-based packaging giant offering €146 million to buy up the Netherlands-based manufacturer of pump sprays. The move will strengthen Rexam's position in both the plastics and beauty packaging sectors.

Blow-moulding process makes lighter PET bottles

06-Feb-2006 - A new blow-moulding technology allows beverage makers to downgauge their PET (polyethylene terephthalate) bottles, thus saving on packaging costs.

BASF, Dow raise plastic resin prices in Europe

30-Jan-2006 - BASF today joined Dow in raising the prices in Europe for plastic packaging, a bid by both companies to pass on high raw material and energy costs.

Rexam expands China beauty packaging operations

26-Jan-2006 - Eyeing unprecedented growth in the personal care sector, global packaging provider Rexam is to acquire China beauty packaging business FangXin Limited.

Global demand for foaming soap takes off

26-Jan-2006 - Demand for foaming soap is increasing rapidly according to recent market research, something that is also spurning big developments in packaging solutions designed specifically for this purpose.

Gerresheimer showcases glass packaging diversity at PCD

25-Jan-2006 - Gerreshemier says that it will be highlighting a highly diverse selection of glass beauty packaging concepts at this weeks Perfumes Cosmetics & Design (PCD) show in Paris, in a move that highlights manufacturers' demands to distinguish their products.

Lush taken to court over UK recycling certification

19-Jan-2006 - Proof that the UK government is cracking down on compliance with packaging recycling regulations came this week after the Environmental Agency said it has fined UK cosmetics player Lush Manufacturing for failing to supply certificates of compliance.

Esko Graphics highlights new packaging design technology

16-Jan-2006 - Belgium cosmetic packaging designer Esko Graphics is set to make a presentation at the forthcoming Perfumes Cosmetics Design event in Paris when it will outline the latest technologies that it is incorporating into the design of perfume and cosmetic products.

Polimoon further expands cosmetic packaging operations

12-Jan-2006 - Just weeks after announcing the acquisition of an Eastern European packaging business, Polimoon has confirmed the acquisition Rosti's personal care packaging operations in Germany and Denmark.

Rexam scoops Oscar's packaging prize

05-Jan-2006 - Rexam Beauty recently picked up an Oscar de L'Emballage for its stainless steel dispensing system used in the Dior Homme fragrance.

Puig chooses Eastman glass polymer for on-the-go fragrances

05-Jan-2006 - The search to find more flexible alternatives to glass for fragrance packaging has prompted Puig Prestige Beauté to specify Eastman Chemical's Glass Polymer in the design for its latest packaging.

Europen publishes packaging standards guide

19-Dec-2005 - Europen has published a new edition of its guide to the CEN Packaging Standards - a move that aims to guide personal care manufacturers through the field of European packaging standards and regulations.

Polimoon expands into Eastern Europe

05-Dec-2005 - Belgian plastics manufacturer Polimoon is making the move into the Eastern European cosmetics packaging market, having purchased a 70 per cent share in Polish manufacturer PPH Lima-Pol.

New Crown Risdon technology claims to cut packaging time and costs

17-Nov-2005 - Cosmetics packaging firm Crown Risdon has developed an automated high-speed manufacturing process that it has recently used to create the bottle for a new Christian Dior lipgloss. The method promises to significantly cut time and costs, and is especially beneficial for otherwise expensive low-volume production, says the company.