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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Developing a sustainable future
Libby Munford catches up with Koon-Yang Lee, Professor of Polymer Engineering at Imperial College London and Lead of the Future Materials Group - a dynamic research group consisting of scientists and engineers proficient in the development of chemical engineering-driven materials innovations to…
ALPLA claims to halve carbon emissions with lightweight PET wine bottle
ALPLA’s recyclable wine bottle made from PET claims to weigh approximately an eighth of a glass bottle, halve its carbon footprint by 50%, and achieve price savings of up to 30%.
Visually appealing, cost-efficient, and sustainable: is there a silver bullet for the graphic industry?
In this edition of the Spotlight, LEONHARD KURZ tells us about the solutions it will be presenting at drupa 2024, taking place from 28th May-7th June in Düsseldorf, Germany.
The Brief: How bad is ‘greenwashing’ in fast fashion packaging?
Fast fashion often comes under fire for promoting the overconsumption of clothing, but where does its packaging come in? What are big brands doing to overcome packaging waste, how reliable are their claims, and what can we expect in the future? We cover it all in this edition of The Brief.
Suzano’s rumoured acquisition plans for International Paper could threaten DS Smith deal
According to Reuters, Suzano has expressed its interest in an all-cash acquisition of International Paper worth almost $15 billion – a move that could disrupt Internation Paper’s acquisition of DS Smith.
Colgate-Palmolive doubts recyclability, reusability, or compostability for flexibles by 2025
Colgate-Palmolive cautions that it could miss its target to achieve recyclability, reusability, and compostability across its packaging range by 2025, citing “industry-wide challenges” related to flexible packaging.
Schubert-Pharma cartons pharmaceutical vials with table-top packaging machine
At ACHEMA 2024, Schubert-Pharma will exhibit its ‘user-friendly’, top-loading packaging vial machine with a table-top design, set to help manufacturers in the pharmaceutical sector surpass their line clearance requirements.
Bringing Brand Color and Artwork to Life Across a Global Packaging Supply Chain
Color management is pivotal in brand integrity and product appeal. In this webinar, we delve into the comprehensive journey of brand color, from color selection to shelf presentation, while also addressing overall artwork workflow management.
Ukraine – from the front to the competition
Packaging has played a significant role in Ukraine’s resistance against invading Russian forces. Veronika Khalaydzhi, PhD, president of the Club Packagers of Ukraine, runs us through the contributions of two Ukrainian Packing Star 2024 winners – a polymer resource pouch and tin label design for…
Amcor Capsules adopts over 90% recycled tin into its premium tin capsules for wine and spirits
Amcor Capsules has announced that its tin capsules and sparkling foils now contain more than 90% recycled tin.
European countries make up 7 of top 10 plastic waste exporters, according to report
Seven of the top ten countries that export and import the most plastic waste annually are European, according to a new report from CleanHub.
AI and automation in life science labelling and artwork management
In the life science sector, clear and correct labels are required to ensure user safety – but rapid shifts in labelling requirements can cause roadblocks. In this latest ‘In Conversation With…’ feature, Esko’s Life Sciences category specialist, Jackie Leslie, and Life Sciences product manager, Joe…