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…
The HolyGrail 2.0 initiative has successfully validated the prototype detection unit for digital watermarks after semi-industrial testing that mimics real-life conditions, with a 99% detection rate and the opportunity to develop new, more granular post-consumer recycling streams that do not yet…
Solenis has partnered with BIO-LUTIONS to develop fibre-based, single-use food packaging from agricultural residues with a solution that reportedly removes the need for binding agents and allows for the use of barrier coatings made with renewable materials.
According to a report by Future Market Insights (FMI), the healthcare and laboratory labels market is valued at US$9.2 billion in 2022. The COVID-19 pandemic, demographic shifts, and advancements in medical technologies are likely to continue driving this growth – although there could be…
Colgate is rolling out its recyclable HDPE tube with limited edition ‘Recycle Me!’ graphics to ensure consumers are aware that the tube can be placed in the recycling bin without any additional steps like cleaning and as signposting for Materials Recovery Facilities (MRFs).
As fashion and retail brands commit to sustainable packaging targets, Debbie Shakespeare, senior director of sustainability compliance and core product line management at Avery Dennison RBIS, explains how incorporating smart technology across the supply chain will be essential to meeting these…
BOBST has announced an addition to its All-in-One, All-Inline portfolio with the new DIGITAL MASTER series for a fully digitalised and automated production line for label applications with run speeds of up to 100 m/min.
Environmental sustainability and functionality are two trends that define the food packaging of the future. This will the focus of MeetingPack, which will take place on 20-21 April at the Valencia Conference Centre.
What do the proposed delays and changes to the UK’s EPR tell us about the wider challenges and opportunities associated with implementing such schemes?
The packaging industry is set to grow at a steady rate in the coming years – but an ageing workforce and reliance on legacy operations could stagnate its future potential. Sandy McKenzie, partner at Amrop UK, discusses how attracting new talent and improving training opportunities could help to…
Consumers will be able to recycle Pret A Manger’s aluminium at-home coffee pods via drop-off points or kerbside collection in select locations in collaboration with Podback, which aims to recycle coffee pods into new products like beverage cans.
We’re excited to announce further details on the physical part of our Sustainable Packaging Summit, which will be taking from the 13th-14th September in Lisbon.
