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…
This webinar covers the latest advancements in recycling technologies developed by Syensqo, focusing on finding effective recycling methods for packaging structures that use Ixan® PVDC and Diofan® PVDC.
dsm-firmenich and MBM Innovations have combined their respective high-performance maturation membrane and vacuum packaging machines into a recyclable alternative to traditional PVA cheese coatings – claiming to offer the same maturation quality, prevent cheese loss, and unlock lower-energy…
Sweet Candy Company is utilizing Schubert’s robotic pick-and-place solution to package its Chocolate Sticks into pre-erected trays, a solution expected to allow for flexibility in loading operations, as well as facilitate easy operation and mechanical stability.
delfort and Camm Solutions have unveiled transparent paper bags and air pillows made from recycled paper – utilizing the ‘microplastic-free’ CAMM coating material in a bid to enable fibre-based alternatives to conventional plastic solutions.
An exclusive, long-term contract between Carbios and Sleever aims to develop home-compostable, mono-oriented traverse shrink films to label, wrap, and secure such products as wines and spirits.
Amazon and Mondi have developed a paper-padded envelope with paper-based, shock-absorbent lining in an effort to eliminate plastic packaging components while protecting deliveries in transit.
Twinplast has developed a range of packaging solutions targeting growth in the medical and pharmaceutical sectors, including custom products for storing and transporting blood and tissue samples and medicines.
Heidelberg and Solenis have announced a collaboration aiming to develop a cost-effective process to integrate barrier coatings for fibre-based packaging directly into the roll-fed flexo printing process, using Heidelberg’s Boardmaster printing press.
The International Organization of Aluminum Aerosol Container Manufacturers (AEROBAL) reports that, in the first half of 2024, its members’ global deliveries rose by 4.4% to over 3.4 billion units – yet access to aluminium recyclate is still limited, and global economic tensions continue to pose…
Paptic is packaging feminine care products with its recyclable, wood fibre-based material, seeking to deliver a ‘soft and pleasant’ user experience while reducing flexible plastic waste.
Marigold Health Foods has collaborated with Sonoco to launch its fully recyclable packaging for a variety of natural, plant-based food products, including stock cubes, sauces, and meat and fish alternatives.
