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…
Europen is among the signatories of a joint statement calling for the European Commission to introduce a digital One-Stop Shop for EU-wide EPR implementation into the Circular Economy Act.
Hubergroup Print Solutions has introduced its next generation of offset inks featuring a new resin technology, said to deliver fewer make-ready sheets, more consistent colour reproduction and a ‘substantial reduction’ in misting, even on high‑speed presses.
AI-powered waste intelligence company Greyparrot has partnered with consumer health company Kenvue to improve global recycling for its brand packaging in commercial-scale sorting facilities.
Your packaging data and PPWR: are you actually ready? Most brands think they’re prepared. Most aren’t. Join Specright on 18 June to find out what good looks like.
Aluminium Deutschland records further decline in production across the German aluminium industry, with 57% of companies doubting that circumstances will improve by the end of 2026.
In years gone by, packaging was mainly viewed in terms of cost and compliance – but times are changing. In 2026, packaging is closely linked to innovation, consumer experience, sustainability, and supply chain issues. In this article Laurel Spencer, Senior Vice President Global Sales & Marketing…
In a new report, a multi-stakeholder coalition has identified ‘inconsistent and fragmented’ definitions of compostability as a key barrier to advancing compostable packaging systems – leading to gaps between laboratory testing and real-world outcomes.
DS Smith and home and building equipment company SOMFY have collaborated on a fully recyclable corrugated cardboard solution to protect roller shutter motors during transportation and replace polystyrene inserts.
Tetra Pak has refreshed its Approach to Nature framework for responsible sourcing and water resilience, directing resources towards high impact materials, locations and supplier sites with ‘clearer expectations’ for traceability, verification and measurable outcomes.
Businesses must comply with the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation from August 2026 – regardless of any gaps that remain. Felix Gass, founder of Packaging Strategy Lab, advises companies to get ahead by asking the right questions, understanding their own portfolios, and making contingency…
Research from Amazon reveals the complexity of navigating registration rules across EU Member States and advocates for online marketplaces playing a role in providing the necessary data.
Xaar recently launched the Black version of its Versatex printbar at interpack 2026, said to bring high-definition black 1D and 2D variable data printing to existing analogue label presses and finishing lines.
