This week's Top 5 stories

By Pippa Haupt | 6 October 2023

Take a look at the stories that caught everyone’s attention on the Food & Drink Business website this week: JBS's $77 million Dinmore investment; Beak & Johnston opens Sydney factory; Robert Iervasi joins SPC Global board; Eden Brew reaches $25m raise goal; and highlights from Alt Proteins 23. 

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Packaging News

Pact urges action on packaging EPR   Read more

Pact urges action on packaging EPR

Pact Group has urged a Senate Inquiry to support mandatory national packaging regulation in order to drive sufficient demand for recycled content and investment in Australia's circular economy.

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HMPS Propac expands with Enmin acquisition   Read more

HMPS Propac expands with Enmin acquisition

Australian packaging automation supplier HMPS Propac has acquired Enmin, strengthening its packaging line capabilities by adding product handling, vibratory feeding and weighing systems to its portfolio.

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Michael Dossor named AIP president   Read more

Michael Dossor named AIP president

Michael Dossor has been appointed president of the Australasian Institute of Packaging, outlining a strong focus on technical education and preparing industry for the next wave of packaging reform.

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