https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/178.html South Africa Packaging news 15 Packaging news - South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/res/img/logo.gif https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/178.html en-us Tue, 27 Oct 2026 06:10:06 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/from-packaging-to-food-processing-explore-more-at-propak-cape-292397a Looking for new machinery, better ways to package and process products, or technologies that could improve production? Propak Cape 2026 brings more than 200 local and international exhibitors together under one roof, giving visitors the opportunity to see equipment in action, compare solutions and speak directly to the suppliers behind them. 1-272750 Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:53:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Packaging South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/if-you-cant-manufacture-nostalgia-how-can-younger-fmcg-brands-build-lasting-connections-858353a Some brands occupy a place in consumers’ lives that extends beyond the product itself. It might be the biscuit that was always in a grandmother’s cupboard, the tin that appeared at family gatherings or the cooldrink poured at childhood birthday parties. 1-272559 Thu, 15 Oct 2026 08:35:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Packaging South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/new-machinery-live-demonstrations-and-practical-solutions-at-propak-cape-969414a New machinery launches, live demonstrations and technologies addressing real production and operational challenges will give visitors plenty to explore at Propak Cape 2026, taking place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) from 27-29 October. 1-272534 Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:18:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Packaging South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/douwe-egberts-launches-qr-code-coffee-jars-with-local-short-stories-181086a Douwe Egberts is bringing South African literature into the kitchen with a limited-edition collection of Deco Jars that combines collectible packaging, local storytelling and digital content to create a more engaging everyday coffee experience. 1-272458 Mon, 12 Oct 2026 11:02:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Packaging South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/compcomm-seeks-historic-revocation-of-premierrfg-merger-approval-858533a In a significant development for South African merger control, the Competition Commission (Commission) has applied to the Competition Tribunal (Tribunal), in terms of section 16(3) of the Competition Act, for the Tribunal to revoke its conditional approval of the acquisition by Premier Group Limited (Premier) of RFG Holdings Limited. This is the first time the Commission has sought the revocation of an approval of a merger based on the alleged failure to disclose material information during the merger review process. 1-272389 Thu, 08 Oct 2026 13:01:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Packaging South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/propak-cape-2026-seminar-programme-brings-packaging-industry-insights-to-cape-town-747422a Visitors to Propak Cape 2026 in Cape Town will have the opportunity to hear directly from leading packaging industry specialists when the Institute of Packaging SA hosts a programme of free-to-attend seminars alongside the exhibition later this month. 1-272382 Thu, 08 Oct 2026 11:56:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Packaging South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/woolies-ralph-jewson-to-chair-sa-plastics-pacts-new-steering-committee-525180a Woolworths sustainability project manager Ralph Jewson will chair the South African Plastics Pact’s new steering committee. The committee will represent members’ interests, guide the work of the secretariat, GreenCape, and make strategic decisions as the initiative works towards its ambitious 2030 targets. 1-272296 Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:25:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Packaging South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/packaging-businesses-under-pressure-turn-to-technology-at-propak-cape-2026-525880a Propak Cape returns to Cape Town from 27-29 October 2026, bringing together more than 200 exhibitors showcasing the latest developments across packaging, plastics, printing, labelling and food processing. 1-272096 Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:16:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Packaging South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/propak-cape-highlights-latest-advances-in-sustainable-plastics-and-recycling-742522a The South African plastics recycling industry continues to make strides in creating a circular economy for plastics. Recent statistics from Plastics SA revealed that plastics recycling increased by 3% in 2025 to 485-thousand tonnes, across the packaging, building, construction, agriculture, mining, automotive and consumer goods sectors. 1-271982 Fri, 25 Sep 2026 08:26:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Packaging South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/beyond-the-bag-what-makes-paper-packaging-more-sustainable-308568a Responsible sourcing, efficient manufacturing, local production and thoughtful design all play a role in determining whether paper packaging can deliver on its environmental and commercial promise. 1-271893 Mon, 21 Sep 2026 12:38:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Packaging South Africa