Representatives from Tetra Pak and C4C Packaging during a site visit at the Western Australia facility, where the portion-pack wine format is being produced.
Tetra Pak says it has expanded its packaging capability in Oceania, with C4C Packaging introducing a single-serve wine format using the Tetra Prisma Aseptic 250 ml Edge with DreamCap 26 Pro.
The company says this is the first time the DreamCap 26 Pro opening has been adopted in the region, targeting portion-pack wine and ready-to-drink beverages.
The opening features a screw and flip tethered design that remains attached to the package after opening. Tetra Pak says the design supports on-the-go use and aligns with emerging regulatory expectations for tethered caps.
The closure also uses plant-based materials and incorporates a 26 mm opening intended to support beverage flow.
As regulatory and sustainability requirements evolve, Tetra Pak says the format is designed to provide an option for brands looking to update packaging formats.
The company says combining the carton format with the new opening creates opportunities for wineries and RTD producers to explore lighter packaging formats, particularly in applications where glass is impractical or restricted.
Boris Munster, managing director at Tetra Pak Oceania, adds that the move reflects changing consumer preferences.
“C4C Packaging’s move into portion-pack wine using Tetra Pak’s newest packaging technology represents an important advancement for the Australian wine and beverage sector,” Munster says.
“Consumer preferences in Australia and around the world continue to evolve, with rising demand for lighter wine styles, lower-alcohol options and convenient formats that fit modern, on-the-go lifestyles.”
He explains that carton packaging is positioned to meet these requirements.
“Carton packaging is well positioned to meet these changing expectations, delivering both practicality and a more sustainable alternative.”
Tetra Pak says sustainability targets in Australia are driving interest in lower-emission packaging. The company cites a 2026 Life Cycle Assessment for beverage packaging in Australia and New Zealand, which it says found cartons carried a lower carbon footprint than alternatives including PET, glass and aluminium.
The assessment also indicated most packaging emissions occur before products reach retail, with cartons offering a lower-impact option across the lifecycle.
The packaging format is being produced at the C4C Packaging facility in Western Australia, which Tetra Pak says provides a pathway for wine and RTD producers to access portion-pack formats.
Carton packaging can be suited to applications where glass is restricted, as well as distribution environments where weight and transport efficiency are considerations.
