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New packaging reflects Johnson's African Nurture
Moag Bailie has created a new brand identity and packaging design for Johnson's African Nurture range, featuring botanical drawings for Relaxing Rooibos & Cape Chamomile; Energising Marula & Kigelia; Hydrating Aloe & Water Mint; Nourishing Shea Butter & Honey; Moisturising Baobab & African Jasmine; Nourishing Cocoa Butter & Honeybush; Revitalising Cape Geranium & Buchu. 23 May 2012 13:52
Davies rejects racial motive in Israel labelling row
According to the Daily News, Trade and Industry Minister Rob Davies has rejected "with utter contempt" suggestions that there was a racial motivation for his move to stop Israeli goods produced in occupied Palestinian territory from being sold under the label "Made in Israel". 22 May 2012 12:44


New look for Liqui-Fruit
Liqui-Fruit, voted SA's favourite fruit juice brand in the Sunday Times Top Brands Survey 2011, is sporting a fresh new look in environmentally friendly recyclable cartons. 17 May 2012 11:12
Food labelling legislation - not just about compliance
[Odette van der Haar] The requirements of the new 'food labelling' legislation, which became effective on 1 March 2012, presents an enormous opportunity for the advertising profession. 15 May 2012 09:12
New packaging for Laborie
Laborie has updated its packaging to reflect a bold and distinguished exterior, with subtle cues, reflecting the French heritage of the brand. The complete ranges of red wines are now available in screw caps following its white wine changeover. The first three wines available with the new look are the Merlot 2010, the Sauvignon Blanc 2011 and the Merlot / Cabernet Sauvignon 2010. 14 May 2012 08:49
New labelling for Freshpak speciality teas
In line with the new food-labelling act, Freshpak has relabelled its teas, highlighting their functional ingredients rather than their functional benefits. Freshpak Shape will now be known as Freshpak Hoodia, Digestive as Senna and Energy as Ginseng. The company is committed to fair labelling practices and the new names are intended to assist consumers in making healthier food choices in line with packaging legislation. 26 Apr 2012 11:10
Six new package designs launched at international food fair
Anuga FoodTec 2012, positioned as the food industry's most important comprehensive technology trade fair was held in Germany at the end of March 2012. During the exhibition, Tetra Pak unveiled six new packaging designs. 23 Apr 2012 09:57
Tampering with date stamps, no easy solution
Following the recent story online about the ease with which date stamps can be removed from food items, Rowan Beattie, MD of Pyrotec comments on the problems offered by solvent-based inks. 17 Apr 2012 10:18
Second round of finalists for on-pack design awards announced
Four finalists in two categories have been selected for the second round of finalists of the Pyro Inspiration Awards. These are Bob Martin's Vetcare, In Our Green House Olive, Mainstay's Pina Colada and Schick. 4 Apr 2012 08:22
2012 Pentawards open for entries
The 2012 Pentawards packaging design competition has opened for entries offering packaging designers, brand owners and packaging suppliers 44 entry categories, divided into five major sectors - Food; Beverages; Body; Other Markets and Luxury. Entries close on 11 May 2012. 3 Apr 2012 10:37
Promote sales with unique random numbering
Unique random numbering is an effective tool for brand owners in the implementation and management of on-pack promotions campaign. Numbered promotions allow customer incentives, such as competitions, to operate seamlessly and ensure the success of campaigns. 2 Apr 2012 08:51
Cannes Lions: Creative Effectiveness, Design, Film, and PR Juries
CANNES, FRANCE: The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, taking place from 17-23 June, has announced the members of a further four juries: Creative Effectiveness, Design, Film, and PR Lions. South Africa is represented on the Design jury (Shelley-Ann Atkinson, Grid Worldwide Branding & Design) and on the Film jury (Catherine Ireland, Amplified). 30 Mar 2012 07:54
Springleap packaging design contest to refresh Stimorol
Springleap.com and Stimorol South Africa have teamed up to launch the design platform's very first packaging design contest. 28 Mar 2012 10:53
Dynamic evolution of private label brands
[Michael van Wyk] The dynamic evolution of private label brands and the migration towards these products by an emerging middle class is providing more competition than usual to national brands. 22 Mar 2012 14:02

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