On 5 June, the European Commission published a Commission Notice providing further clarity about the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation in practice. We take a closer look at the document to understand its requirements in detail, including the current status of PFAS restrictions, the…
In this Innovation Spotlight, Dow outlines how its extrusion coating portfolio aims to support recyclability requirements and regulatory readiness, and how its collaboration with RDM Group demonstrates how lightweight polymer coatings can extend the use of fibre-based packaging into applications…
Esko and CarbonQuota have developed a new carbon emissions calculation capability, allowing packaging converters and brands to automate carbon footprint calculations and align their environmental impacts with internal and legislative sustainability goals.
EUROPEN has released a new interactive guidebook designed to help businesses navigate the requirements of the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) and provide an overview of the regulatory landscape and its implications for the packaging value chain.
Stevanato Group has created a scalable, customizable pen injector for the pharmaceutical industry, designed for use in areas including diabetes care, weight management and cardiovascular and neurological disorders.
NaturDrops has packaged its natural dog snacks in Sonoco’s GreenCan solution, which reportedly contains 69% recycled paper – 96% paper overall – and facilitates kerbside recycling.
After the box for Nintendo’s new Switch 2 was revealed, consumers have fiercely debated whether its similarities with a previous model’s packaging, or its ‘boring’ design, could jeopardize the console’s commercial success.
Last night, over 250 guests from around the world (including France, South America, Mexico and Poland) gathered at the iconic Alfa Romeo Museum in Arese to celebrate the 65th anniversary of Cavanna Packaging Group. The event welcomed customers, partners and representatives from various…
Northwestern University researchers have developed a new water and oil-resistant material that could potentially become a safe, viable replacement for harmful plastics and toxic per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in food packaging.
Syntegon recently presented its new line concept for liquid pharmaceuticals at Pharmatag 2025, designed to addresses the challenges of high performance, availability, maximum product yield and minimal operator intervention.
Meadow has developed an innovative process that aims to transform aluminium beverage cans into clean, intuitive refill systems. In four years, with the backing of can-producing giant Ball Corporation, the company has gone from initial concept to mass production. Meadow’s CEO and co-founder, Victor…
Checkpoint Systems has unveiled Chinook, an RFID inlay designed for reusable food packaging; the solution intends to facilitate supply chain traceability without compromising on microwave safety or durability.
Borealis is investing over €100 million into a new High Melt Strength polypropylene line, aiming to triple its capacity and address global demand for reusable cups, food packaging, and other recyclable, lightweight polymer foam solutions.
TOMRA Reuse unveiled its Reuse Collection Point (RCP) capable of handling food packaging at the Reuse Economy Expo, designed to be a a fully integrated platform for collecting, transporting, sanitizing, quality-assuring and redistributing reusable takeaway containers.
