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…
TOMRA has unveiled an AI-based technology for upgrading wrought aluminium scrap and producing high purity fractions, GAINnext, designed for use by aluminium scrap processors and recyclers.
Solidus proudly announces that its Coevorden Solid Board has achieved CarbonNeutral product certification, a landmark achievement in its journey towards sustainable and circular packaging solutions.
ExxonMobil has helped Plastilene and Reciclene develop collation shrink films with post-consumer recycled content, claiming to reinforce their strength and durability with its polyethylene polymer.
Coveris has announced it has extended its SourceTag security solution to include printed cartons, aiming to tackle rising theft in the fresh meat, beverage and luxury goods sectors.
H&T Presspart (a division of the Heitkamp & Thumann Group), a manufacturer of drug delivery components and devices for the pharmaceutical market, has announced the launch of Vytal, an ready-to-use (RTU) snap-fit closure solution for advanced therapeutics.
Pret A Manger can now secure and deliver eight granola pots with a bespoke, FSC-certified insert from Sabert Corporation Europe – a solution designed to be ‘simple and cost effective’ to use.
According to Oceana’s newest report, The Coca-Cola Company’s annual plastic use will exceed 4.1 million metric tons by 2030 if its current practices continue – but it could reportedly avoid this outcome by making 26.4% of its packaging reusable within the same time frame.
Portugal is set to launch its national Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) for single-use beverage packaging in 2026, with non-profit SDR Portugal as scheme administrator and waste management company Sensoneo as IT solution provider.
An international working group facilitated by PreZero and Packaging Cockpit, focused on implementing short-term uniform industry standards for packaging data, met for the first time last week.
The GS1 UK and FT Longitude report of over 500 senior retail industry executives found that a seismic retail transformation is on the horizon that will revolutionise the way we shop.
We chat with Anne Godfrey, CEO of GS1 UK, a non-profit organisation with a focus on barcodes, about a report into the future of retail they’ve published.
The packaging industry stands at the forefront of a transformative shift, driven by a convergence of trends that are reshaping its landscape. As organizations strive to optimize costs, comply with evolving legislation, and meet sustainability commitments, these trends present both challenges and…
