Video News Bulletin: 8 February

In the news this week: PepsiCo, Halo Food Co, NRF Industry Partner Grants, Mondelez, Amcor, Accolade Wines, Bain Capital, Rethink Sugary Drinks Alliance, Australian Beverages Council, Coles Liquor, Veridian Renewable Technology, Nutri V

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Packaging News

Tetra Pak is progressing the commercialisation of an ice cream wrapper made from up to 85% paper, with European producer trials under way ahead of a phased rollout beginning in Q4 2026.

A new Australian research centre has been launched at Monash University to lead a five-year, $11m initiative developing fibre-based alternatives to single-use plastics and addressing the material performance, manufacturing and recycling challenges involved in commercial adoption.

Pirate Life’s Nitro Draught Stout uses Ball’s fixed-widget cans for a tap-style pour with a creamy head. The cans are imported exclusively by Orora Cans and digitally decorated on its Helio printing line.