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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Self-separating yoghurt cups from Greiner Packaging applied to Molkerei Forster yoghurts
Molkerei Forster is adopting Greiner Packaging’s self-separating cups for its 500g Milbona brand natural yoghurts sold at Lidl Schweiz – aiming for recovery in separate recycling streams in the future.
Borealis to boost recycling capacity with Integra Plastics acquisition
Borealis has acquired advanced mechanical recycler Integra Plastics AD in the hopes of increasing its recycling capacity by over 20,000 tons and meeting consumer demand for sustainable solutions.
Unpacking the progress and setbacks from the latest round of Global Plastic Treaty negotiations
Recent developments in the negotiations for the Global Plastic Treaty have left stakeholders with mixed emotions ranging from disappointment to cautious optimism. As the dust settles from a week of intense talks and unexpected twists, Willemijn Peeters, CEO and founder of circular plastics agency…
Coveris wraps food in mono-material thermoform packaging
Coveris intends to replace non-recyclable materials in thermoforming packaging for food with its mono-material alternative, MonoFlex Thermoform.
Recyclable Tray2Go from Sabert geared towards takeaway sushi, pastries, and more
Sabert Corporation Europe intends to provide a fully recyclable packaging solution for chilled food-to-go, confectionery, and bakery products with its multifunctional Tray2Go.
Schreiner MediPharm enhances medical blister pack with smart data tracking
Schreiner MediPharm has partnered with Keystone Folding Box Co. to develop a child-resistant, senior-friendly blister packaging solution featuring integrated electronics to capture dosing history data.
Shining a spotlight on the PPWR
Following the European parliament’s adoption of amendments to the European Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), Tim Sykes speaks to Avery Dennison’s policy specialists Emilie Bartolini and Alena Maran to get their take on implications for the value chain, challenges and opportunities…
Colour-changing Christmas can designed for Corona by Talia Coles
Celebrity fashion designer Talia Coles has spearheaded a redesign of the Corona Extra beer can with Feliz Navi-Drip, featuring limited-edition packaging and the chance to win matching robes.
How Notpla achieved its ‘first and only plastic free material’ certification from the Dutch Government
Last month, at the end of a nine-month assessment process led by the Dutch Government, Notpla’s seaweed-based packaging was recognized as “plastic-free” as per the EU Single-Use Plastics Directive. To learn more about how the company achieved this certification, we had a conversation with its…
‘World’s largest’ centralized DRS launches in Romania
Romania is rolling out a centralized deposit return system – said to be one of the world’s largest with almost 80,000 collection points – and seeks to increase collection and recycling rates for single-use beverage containers.
‘Next generation’ capsule filling machine showcased by ACG
ACG’s AF330 capsule filling machine for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications – prioritizing simplicity, safety, and efficiency in its design – is being displayed at CPHI and PMEC India 2023.
New packaging for own-brand Asda pet food reflects bond between consumers and their pets
Asda has collaborated with STORMBRANDS to update its own-label pet food packaging with a ‘bold, playful look and feel’ designed to tap into consumers’ affection for their pets and increase their faith in own-brand options.