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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Parcel theft is on the rise – how should the industry respond?
Doorstep parcel theft is on the rise – potentially costing the global economy around US$38.8 billion each year. In the midst of additional complications like strikes and supply chain uncertainty, how can the packaging value chain confront the issue of stolen parcels? Fergal O’Carroll, CRO at…
Essentra Tapes launches paper-based solution targeting the e-commerce industry
Essentra Tapes, a global tape solutions provider, has launched its paper-based tear tape Rippatape Halo under its ECO range. The solution aims to help brands and converters in e-commerce meet environmental goals whilst providing customers with more circular curbside recyclable packaging options.
TekniPlex launches PCR dip tube in Europe
TekniPlex Consumer Products has introduced a new PCR dip tube in European markets that can be made of up to 100% post-consumer recycled content.
Winners of the pre-commercialized Sustainability Awards 2022 announced!
The winners of the second half of the Sustainability Awards 2022, rewarding start-ups and not yet commercialized innovations have been unveiled at an awards dinner on the eve of the Innovation Horizon conference in Amsterdam on November 14th.
The science behind packaging sustainability
We need more facts, not simply more faith, to move the needle on packaging sustainability. In this article, Robert M. Lilienfeld, executive director at SPRING, unpacks sustainability misconceptions and myths, and gives an introduction into the key forces that contribute to climate change.
Malta becomes latest country to launch deposit return scheme
Today marks the launch of Malta’s nationwide deposit return scheme, which aims to help the country increase its recycling rates while also bringing a cultural change in terms of awareness around packaging sustainability.
Bioeconomy 2.0: Creating a bio-based, resilient future
Bioeconomy 2.0 refers to the research and development of the next generation of bio-based solutions aimed towards renewable, reusable, recyclable and sustainable production. We asked Ali Harlin, research professor at Finland’s VTT research centre about the potential benefits of bio-based materials…
Digital twin solution from Merck offers increased traceability
German drugmaker Merck KGaA and Gerresheimer, which provides healthcare packaging and drug delivery systems for pharma, biotech and cosmetics, have jointly developed a digital twin solution to increase traceability and trust in crucial steps along the pharmaceutical supply chain.
IBG and Loveseen collaborate on ‘98% plastic-free’ packaging design for false eyelash line
Innovative Beauty Group has partnered with cruelty-free false eyelash brand Loveseen to develop a new ‘stylish yet sustainable’ packaging design that claims to be around 98% plastic-free.
New digital product cloud solution boosts circular economy for apparel
EON, from Proto Innovation based in New York, is claimed to be the world’s first cloud-based network of retail products in the fashion sector. It adds new dimensions of data to a product’s journey, opening up new possibilities for the circular economy.
Gentlebrand removes labels and utilises embossing in redesign for Montbest water bottles
Gentlebrand has designed a new ‘no-label’ bottle for Korea Crystal Beverage’s Montbest ultra-pure water brand in accordance with South Korean efforts to reduce its use of plastics.
Packaging organisations release joint statement questioning true sustainability of EU’s legislative revisions
A joint statement from industry players across the European packaging value chain is criticising a leaked draft of new revisions to the Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive, expressing concerns that they are not based on sufficient evidence and may lead to greater environmental impacts.