Siegwerk launches ink that also acts as oxygen barrier
Siegwerk has launched a new white printing ink that also provides an oxygen barrier – an innovation that aims to combine two layers into one.
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Sustainability-themed tile game for kids packaged in interactive box
Jamnik Packaging has developed the Sustainable Memory Game, an educational tool for younger consumers based on the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals packaged in an interactive, house-shaped box.
Mondi and Zwiesel Glas develop premium containerboard pack for glassware
Zwiesel Glas has teamed up with Mondi to package its mouth-blown glassware in bespoke fibre-based packaging, designed to protect the fragile products while offering consumers a ‘premium’ unboxing experience.
The role of the label in enabling packaging circularity
Avery Dennison’s Nataliya Malhanova, Sergio Fregoni from IDEO and RecyClass’s Augusto Bruno discuss the part a label plays in building a circular economy in packaging, from following technical recyclability requirements to integrating labels into fundamental product design.
New platform transitions brands from barcodes into on-pack QR campaigns
Part of the Polytag Group, the newly launched QR Squared service creates and downloads on-pack Digital Link QR codes for brands of any size, enabling them to convert their traditional barcodes into a modernized alternative.
DTM Print seeks faster processing and reduced downtime with new printer
DTM Print has introduced its new LX4000e Color Label Printer, said to reduce downtime, ensure maximum productivity and give users more control over their printing operations.
CCEP manufactures bottles using KHS’ stretch blow moulding technology
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) has collaborated with KHS to manufacture bottles using the company’s stretch blow moulding technology and Double Gate heating concept in a bid to save energy, water and materials.
Could a Trump trade war push America towards sustainable packaging?
As President Trump’s tariffs crack down on imports, could local sourcing, reshoring production, and closed-loop recycling address the packaging industry’s concerns – and improve sustainable practice in one fell swoop? Charles Haverfield, CEO of US Packaging & Wrapping, makes the case.
‘World’s largest’ bag captures and delivers biogas as renewable energy source
Aran has engineered a packaging solution to capture biogas from the fermentation of agricultural waste and deliver renewable energy to households with limited access to traditional energy sources.
Denali’s compost in ‘de-packable’ bags launches in Walmart stores
Organic recycling company Denali has announced that ReCirculate – its compost product sold in bags that can be ‘de-packaged’ – is available for purchase at over 100 Walmart locations across eight southern states in the US.
Reusable and biodegradable innovations win at Henkel DESIGNathon event
Reusable pharma blister packs, reusable in-flight meal containers and biodegradable packaging made from banana waste emerged as the winners of Henkel’s new DESIGNathon event, which aims to bolster sustainable packaging design with cash prizes.
ALPLA’s majority stake in Brazilian HDPE recycler targets South American market
In its efforts to supply recycled packaging on South American markets, ALPLA has acquired a majority stake in Clean Bottle, which reports an annual capacity of 15,000 tonnes of rHDPE at its plant in São José dos Pinhais.
How our furry friends reveal the dangers of ‘shrinkflation’ in packaging
Tim Sykes, brand director at Packaging Europe, considers the ‘shrinkflation’ conundrum of less wasteful food portions versus increased packaging waste and carbon emissions – starting with the demands of his hungry pet.