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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How coding innovation is helping to solve the sustainability challenge
In the latest edition of the Spotlight, Markem-Imaje runs us through the merits of its 9750+ continuous inkjet printer. Apparently compatible with all continuous inkjet inks, it is said to enable the standardisation of printer models across customers’ operations and offer both flexibility and…
A conversation with Unesda’s new President
Peter Harding, CEO of Suntory Beverage & Food Europe, was recently elected as the new President of Unesda – the association representing the soft drinks industry in Europe. What are Harding’s thoughts on the most important issues currently facing the packaging industry? We recently had a…
Recycling instructions and global warming fears influencing consumers’ purchasing decisions, says Amcor
In a new study from Amcor, 52% of European consumers suggest that the impact of packaging on global warming is influencing their purchasing decisions, while 84% seek out written instructions for recycling before buying a packaged product.
Borealis to acquire Rialti S.p.A, a European producer of recycled polypropylene compounds
Borealis has announced the signing of an agreement to acquire Rialti, a producer of mechanically recycled polypropylene (PP) compounds for injection moulding and extrusion.
Sustainability Awards 2023 Finalist Interview: PAPACKS Tablet Blister
Next in our Finalist Interview series for the Sustainability Awards is PAPACKS with its tablet blister made from ‘renewable raw materials with organic coating’. We spoke to PAPACKS about this entry, which has been nominated in the pre-commercialized renewables category.
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What’s preventing us from accelerating a circular future for plastic packaging?
The pressing issue of plastic packaging circularity, specifically focusing on PET, took centre stage in a recent round table discussion held at interpack 2023, hosted by Klockner Pentaplast (‘kp’) and featuring experts from CEFLEX, Petcore and Indorama.
Enviro Systems partners with Chalmers University of Technology on project to develop pyrolysis-based recycling technology
Scandinavian Enviro Systems (Enviro) is participating in a three-year project at Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg as part of an initiative to reduce the carbon footprint of West Sweden’s chemical industry. The collaboration aims to develop the next generation of Enviro’s…
Novelis to trial use of hydrogen in recycling furnaces
Novelis has been awarded a £4.6 million grant from the UK Government to trial the use of hydrogen as a power source for its recycling furnaces.
Avery Dennison announces new labelling papers made from recycled content and alternative fibres
Avery Dennison has introduced four labelling papers reportedly made from recycled pulp and alternative fibres aimed at the premium packaging segment including wine and spirits, craft beverages, gourmet food, beauty and fragrances.
Propellant-free aerosol technology launched by APS
APS has unveiled twistMist – a twist-activated, propellant-free, reusable aerosol technology that the company says is the first of its kind on the market.
Sustainability Awards 2023 Finalist Interview: USDA-ARS’ clamshell with modified humidity
First in our Finalist Interview series for the Sustainability Awards is USDA-ARS (the U.S Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Research Service) with its clamshell with modified humidity. We spoke to research chemist Jinhe Bai PhD about this entry, which has been nominated in the…
Evian and Wimbledon partner on refillable system for players at this year’s Championships
Water brand Evian and tennis tournament Wimbledon have announced their first on-court refillable system for players, to be piloted during The Championships.