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AIPIA/AWA World Congress ’24: The future direction of Packaging – in one place! | 01-11-2024 |

With just two weeks to go before the AIPIA/AWA Smart Packaging World Congress opens its doors in Amsterdam the finishing touches to the program have been made. As usual the agenda ranges across every aspect of the Smart Packaging landscape with Panels comprised of Brand Owners, Retail Representatives and Technology Providers looking at strategic issues, matched with deeper dives into some of the latest innovations and developments...

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AIPIA/AWA World Congress ’24: The future direction of Packaging – in one place! | 01-11-2024 |

How does NFC-RFID technology enhance patient safety and optimize medication management? | 01-11-2024 |

Smart Packaging for a Sustainable Planet: How RFID enables a Circular Economy | 01-11-2024 |

Powering Up a Case of Shrimp…or zucchini…or pineapples | 01-11-2024 |

A Modern Approach to Industrial Automation | 01-11-2024 |

FDA approval for Aptar CSP N-sorb solution which addresses concerns of nitrosamine impurities | 08-10-2024 |

Kellanova and Coca-Cola harness augmented reality to connect with consumers | 08-10-2024 |

Congress preview: Wiliot launches WiliBot generative AI chatbot to ‘talk’ to connected products | 08-10-2024 |

Smart tags and recyclability: Research summary from Smurfit Westrock | 08-10-2024 |

New technology from Securikett improves protection in online trading | 08-10-2024 |

AIPIA World Congress 2024: four themes, one objective – smarter packaging! | 23-09-2024 |

New software enables consumers to report adverse effects of cosmetics directly via QR codes | 23-09-2024 |

Innovative technology for integrating machines with smell capability | 23-09-2024 |

Pernod Ricard and Coca-Cola roll out Smart Packaging to engage consumers | 23-09-2024 |

Zappar gets thumbs up from Diageo and Nestlé for its Accessible QR code | 23-09-2024 |

European ethylene blocking technology gets FDA approval, enters USA market | 04-09-2024 |

Helping to fight counterfeiting in Filipino cosmetics market using GS1 barcodes | 04-09-2024 |

Major shoe brands roll out RFID technology across stores to improve inventory management and omni-channel sales | 04-09-2024 |

Avery Dennison combines high memory with small size for new pharmaceutical tags | 04-09-2024 |

Active packaging system prolonging seafood freshness adopted by US home delivery companies | 04-09-2024 |

ProPak Asia Highlight: Smart Food Label senses protein freshness with biogenic amines | 21-08-2024 |

Tamper evident seal contains authentication code verified via WhatsApp | 21-08-2024 |

Modernizing digital product identification in industrial automation with digital watermarks | 21-08-2024 |

New Domino printing station puts QR codes on caps at high speed to enable label-less bottles | 21-08-2024 |

Turnkey GS1 2D Barcode management platform for smart packaging | 21-08-2024 |

Connected packaging on the rise globally as consumers become more tech savvy | 08-08-2024 |

QR coding: making the difference in sports nutrition, eco-packaging compliance, movie themed promotions and Mars ‘QR logos’ | 08-08-2024 |

Tetra Pak has an Appetite for Smart Packaging technologies to boost sales and sustainability | 08-08-2024 |

New Legislative Monitor gives real-time information on USA food & beverage legislation | 08-08-2024 |

Johnnie Walker premium Blue Label whisky lets guests personalize their bottle, thanks to AI | 08-08-2024 |

New metal free, chipless RFID tag for apparel claims to be sustainable future of tagging | 24-07-2024 |

ProPak Asia highlight: Asia's Quest for Food Safety | 24-07-2024 |

Müller adopts Navilens QR code on products as part of its Sustainability Action Plan | 24-07-2024 |

CPHI SEA Highlight: ‘Re-engineered’ QR code makes verification powerful, efficient and accurate | 24-07-2024 |

Antares Vision enables cosmeceuticals company to complete first phase serialization | 24-07-2024 |

QR codes boost Euro 2024, US National Dairy Month and Belgian Re-use campaigns | 25-06-2024 |

Tesco trials laser-etched labels on its XL avocados | 25-06-2024 |

RFID innovation takes centre stage as industry leaders add new products | 25-06-2024 |

New connected packaging platform can help Brands to beat GSI Digital Link deadline | 25-06-2024 |

New ‘smart’ self-sealing cap from SEE cuts dairy waste in foodservice outlets | 25-06-2024 |

AIPIA and IoPJournal talk about Smart Food Chain | 11-06-2024 |

AB InBev aids recycling and celebrates fallen and disabled heroes using on-pack QR codes | 30-05-2024 |

Colour changing freshness sensor for meats uses nanocellulose and vegetable dyes | 30-05-2024 |

Thermochromic inks add appeal to new frozen yogurts from Yoplait | 30-05-2024 |

Invisible UV Tag adopted by M&S to sort SUPs as new Ecotrace initiative launched | 30-05-2024 |

Greater food supply chain transparency and traceability to meet FMSA 204 requirements | 30-05-2024 |

RFID enabled identifiers can be embedded into regular paper stock | 15-05-2024 |

Re-use scheme uses RFID tags to eliminate single use plastic and paper cups | 15-05-2024 |

Late Stage Customization for pharma RFID labels offers just-in-time supply | 15-05-2024 |

AIPIA returns to ProPak Asia ‘24 and CPHI SE Asia in Bangkok with full seminar programs | 15-05-2024 |

AIPIA Smart Packaging for Sustainability seminar attracts 500+ delegates | 15-05-2024 |

Patents awarded in USA for colour changing freshness indicator for meat | 22-04-2024 |

SUSTAINABILITY: Pallet consortium utilizes RFID tags to offer sustainability and cost saving data | 22-04-2024 |

Digital deposit return scheme trial set for London as DDRS Alliance and Polytag join forces | 22-04-2024 |

QR Codes and GS1 DL to the fore as adoption gains worldwide momentum | 22-04-2024 |

SUSTAINABILITY: Keg tracking technology from Australia set to go global | 22-04-2024 |

SUSTAINABILITY: RFID tags can be biodegradable | 25-03-2024 |

Systech launches exception handling and rework solution for pharma supply chain | 25-03-2024 |

Partners launch new Supply Chain Data Marketplace | 25-03-2024 |

Digimarc powers new consumer engagement capabilities | 25-03-2024 |

A legacy of learning and connecting! | 27-02-2024 |

New packaging code technology set to revolutionize parenteral pharmaceuticals | 27-02-2024 |

New active packaging films from Aptar and ProAmpac set to ‘revolutionize’ moisture control | 27-02-2024 |

YPB launches ConnectQR to take advantage of ‘viral’ global QR growth | 27-02-2024 |

Connected packaging experience garners votes for Australian Craft Beer competition | 27-02-2024 |

Awards for Smart Packaging: from QR and NFC to a Worldstar winning antimicrobial CRYOVAC material | 06-02-2024 |

New register for optically variable devices aims to protect authenticity of security printing | 06-02-2024 |

Colour changing QR code from Fasiculus brings high visibility to product authentication | 06-02-2024 |

Asahi Beverages Philippines connected packaging delivers instant wins | 06-02-2024 |

New range of holographic tapes for enhanced product security and visual impact | 06-02-2024 |

Sub -zero RFID tracking solution enables reliable inventory control of serum | 15-01-2024 |

QR codes simplify re-use of foodservice packaging in NYC restaurants | 15-01-2024 |

Award winning luxury packaging from Hong Kong uses lithium battery technology to stand out | 15-01-2024 |

Securikett ‘masterminds’ the fight for tamper evidence with new security label | 15-01-2024 |

New ‘smart’ pill bottle aids patient adherence and prescription drug misuse | 15-01-2024 |

Trends to Watch for in 2024 — Top Takeaways from AIPIA World Congress | 14-12-2023 |

Reports show consumers have raised awareness of Smart Packaging solutions for food waste reduction and traceability/authentication | 12-12-2023 |

AIPIA and Smart Labelling specialists AWA team up to run joint events | 12-12-2023 |

Digital Twin technology from Merck and p-Chip ensures single product authenticity | 12-12-2023 |