Fragmented definitions of compostable packaging limits scale, report finds
In a new report, a multi-stakeholder coalition has identified ‘inconsistent and fragmented’ definitions of compostability as a key barrier
DS Smith and SOMFY partner on recyclable protective solution
DS Smith and home and building equipment company SOMFY have collaborated on a fully recyclable corrugated cardboard solution to protect
Tetra Pak publishes updated Approach to Nature framework
Tetra Pak has refreshed its Approach to Nature framework for responsible sourcing and water resilience, directing resources towards high impact
Preparing for PPWR without waiting for every detail
Businesses must comply with the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation from August 2026 – regardless of any gaps that remain. Felix
Let online marketplaces provide packaging registration data, says Amazon
Research from Amazon reveals the complexity of navigating registration rules across EU Member States and advocates for online marketplaces playing
Xaar releases new printbar for black 1D and 2D variable data printing
Xaar recently launched the Black version of its Versatex printbar at interpack 2026, said to bring high-definition black 1D
EUROPEN launches PPWR Conformity Assessment Toolkit
The European Organisation for Packaging and the Environment (EUROPEN), formed of corporate members and national organisations across the packaging value
Are Member States complying with the Single-Use Plastics Directive?
The European Commission has published a report detailing how Member States are reducing single-use plastic food and drink containers
How the packaging industry is embracing intelligent sorting
In a rush? Click here to read a short summary of this report Introduction As packaging regulations tighten globally, the
Where flexible plastic recycling technologies are going – and what they still need
EFSA recently published Novel Technology Numbers (NTNs) for 24 developing technologies – including Nextek’s mechanical recycling and water-free cleaning
WorldStar Awards winners revealed during interpack 2026
The World Packaging Organisation (WPO) recently hosted the 2026 WorldStar Awards during interpack, with around 100 WorldStar winners from over