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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‘Compostable’ fibre-based cold cups trialled by Starbucks and Huhtamaki
Huhtamaki and Starbucks will trial compostable cups for cold beverages in select US locations, constituting moulded fibre lids and double-walled paperboard cups with a bioplastic liner.
Paper tear strip for roll wrap produced by UK Greetings
UK Greetings is releasing a paper tear strip for roll wrap products in an effort to phase out plastic shrink wrap in gift wrap applications.
Lidl Switzerland introduces new cellulose packaging for organic cheese
In collaboration with Swiss cheese company Hardegger Käse, Lidl Switzerland has introduced cellulose-based packaging made from leftover wood for several organic cheeses.
Sustainability Awards 2024 Finalist Interview: EverestLabs’ AI-powered robotics solution for recycling facilities
As part of our Finalist Interview series ahead of the Sustainability Awards, we spoke to EverestLabs about RecycleOS, its AI robotics solution for recycling facilities, nominated in the Commercialized Machinery category.
Collaborative lamination with Comexi, Pyroll, and the ML2 machine
Comexi’s ML2 machine aspires for modularity and flexibility throughout the trolley system, with its capabilities ranging from plastic and paper laminates or coatings to packaging windows. In this edition of ‘In Conversation With…’, we spoke to Anthony Plasse, area manager for Comexi, as well as…
ProAmpac packs tissues, paper towels, and more in kerbside recyclable overwrap
ProAmpac is commercializing its fibre-based, kerbside recyclable ProActive Recyclable RP-1050 as a replacement for the traditional plastic films used in overwrap packaging for bathroom tissue, paper towels, and feminine care products.
Soft plastic packs from Tesco converted into furniture and tools for NHS gardens
In a project hoped to improve the well-being of local communities, Veolia’s recycling process will transform ‘hundreds of thousands’ of bread bags, crisp packets, and other soft plastics from Tesco into outdoor furniture and equipment for public gardens from the National Health Service Property…
The Rapid Interview with Ecoshell
In this instalment of our Rapid Interview series, Ecoshell founder Andrew Bliss explains the company’s eggshell-based solution and his ideas around plastic and carbon reduction.
Cups using Luminy PLA bioplastics collected at the 2024 Paris Olympics
Korean water producer Sansu has partnered with TotalEnergies Corbion to utilize its Luminy PLA bioplastics in cups and bottles, with Sansu’s affiliate WeCycle collaborating with Cass beer - official partner of the Paris Olympics Korean House - to collect used PLA cups.
SMA Nutrition aims to support visually impaired customers through NaviLens technology
SMA Nutrition is aiming to support its visually impaired consumers by putting NaviLens codes on all its product packaging, with the technology enabling visually impaired parents and caregivers to make informed purchasing decisions and get answers to feeding queries, in-store and at home.
Ocado Retail trials reusable containers for groceries ordered online
Ocado Retail is piloting a reusable packaging scheme to deliver household essentials – a move expected to replace up to five single-use plastic packs per vessel and cut down on plastic waste in online grocery shopping.
Plastics substitution and the opportunities for folding cartons and corrugated
It’s generally understood at all levels – government, industry, and consumer – that plastic packaging should move (indeed, is moving) towards greener alternatives. Neil Osment, from packaging market research company NOA, explores the opportunities for corrugated and folding cartons, looking…