From the labor-intensive "Made in China" to knowledge-based "Created in China," China has embarked on an innovative journey to transform itself. However, to realize the transformation, there is a prerequisite, that is the Intellectual Property Right (IPR) protection. The tracker of emerging technologies says China is poised to surpass Japan as the second-largest spender on biomedical R&D, behind the U.S., as it sets far-ranging targets for new drug development as part of its 12th Five-Year Plan.

Executives in the food and beverage industry expect continued growth in 2013 with revenue increases largely driven by product innovations and the ability to add new customers, according to the 2013 Food and Beverage Outlook Survey by KPMG LLP, the U.S. audit, tax and advisory firm. At the same time, rapidly advancing technology is transforming the industry, providing opportunities to explore new ways of doing business and better understand and engage with consumers.

New research uncovers consumer insights on in-store security measures and their impact on path to purchase

CHOICE OF FEEDSTOCK DEPENDENT SOLELY ON EFFICIENCY AND SUSTAINABILITY

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Benson Group has launched its first design competition for students, in conjunction with long standing client Willie's Cacao. Benson Group is challenging ambitious packaging students with a brief to design a cartonboard gift box to contain a selection of Willie's Cacao products for members of its new and exclusive Chocolate Club.

LINPAC Packaging have pledged their support to The Prince of Wales Hospice in Pontefract West Yorkshire, by selecting them as their charity of the year for 2013.

Borealis, a leading provider of innovative solutions in the fields of polyolefins, base chemicals and fertilizers, has become one of three main sponsors of the ZOOM Children's Museum in Vienna. The aim of this new co-operation, to take effect immediately, is to make the complex subject of plastics more accessible to children and to raise awareness for more responsible exploitation of our resources. Thematic focus will lie on the diverse applications and benefits of plastics as well as sustainability and reduction of waste in general.

Restaurant owners, business leaders gather at City Hall to oppose proposal that would cost jobs and increase waste

Conference To Bring Entrepreneurs, Investors, & Celebrities To Bay Area

Today the California State Senate voted against Senate Bill 405, a ban on 100 percent recyclable plastic bags and a tax on paper bags.

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