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…
Piovan S.p.A. has signed an agreement to acquire all of IPEG, Inc.’s outstanding shares, in a bid to become the global leader in the field of industrial automation for the processing of virgin and recycled polymers and bio-resins.
How can packaging sustainability be increased, and plastic leakage be addressed? Elisabeth Skoda discusses this and much more with Erin Simon, who is head of plastic waste and business at WWF. Audio: podcast
In a bid to strengthen its position in the global pressure-sensitive adhesives market, Evonik has launched its new TEGO RC 1442 silicone release coating.
Provenance has partnered with Valpak and WRAP to develop Recycle Router, a system accessible online or via QR codes on packaging that gives consumers information on how to recycle packaging tailored to their location.
This week we got a perspective from Unilever on reusable packaging, and reported on L’Oréal and Veolia’s new partnership on recycled plastic packaging.
In a series of Innovation Spotlights, AG Solution goes beyond the buzzwords and explains how a digitalization journey can be a means to dealing with problems and challenges in your environment. In this edition, we focus on quality.
Can stakeholders set aspirational sustainability goals without disengaging the public? Dr Calvin Lakhan from SPRING explores the importance of communication and accountability.
Trinseo has entered a definitive agreement to acquire Heathland BV, a plastics recycling and converting company, as part of Trinseo’s plan to ensure a “reliable source” of recycled feedstock for its expanding portfolio of sustainable materials.
The Seymourpowell design agency has collaborated with the Swiss chocolate brand, Cailler, to redesign its Christmas pralines collection to attract a younger audience and incorporate recyclable elements.
Recent research from Tetra Pak suggests that confusion over the function of deposit return schemes could undermine their success, but consumers remain willing to engage with an expanded recycling service.
We spoke with Philippe Michon, co-founder of Eranova, about the company’s patented process for turning algae into bio-based resins that can be used for a range of packaging applications, from food trays to rubbish bags.
