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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EuPC announces CEO of Herige Group as new President
Today, during the General Assembly of European Plastics Converters, Benoît Hennaut, CEO of Herige Group, was elected as the new EuPC President, replacing Renato Zelcher.
Sealed Air launches digital packaging brand offering connectivity and sustainability
Longstanding AIPIA member Sealed Air has launched its digital packaging brand, prismiq, which has a portfolio of solutions for design services, digital printing and smart packaging.
Closing the loop with deinking
Elisabeth Skoda takes a closer look at technology developments and innovations in the area of deinking and explores the role these can play in closing the loop and creating a fully circular economy.
Smurfit Kappa develops water-resistant paper
Smurfit Kappa has launched AquaStop water-resistant paper with a coating added during the manufacturing process that reportedly does not interfere with recyclability, as part of its new TechniPaper portfolio.
GEA unveils thermoforming heating system designed for mono-material packaging
GEA has launched the PowerHeat heating systems, designed to accommodate the specific demands of recyclable mono-materials during the thermoforming process, for its PowerPak thermoforming packaging machines.
Latest R&D shows growing interest in antibacterial packaging technology
From a film made of bamboo, to coatings that double the shelf-life of cheese products – here’s an update on the latest and most innovative antibacterial packaging solutions.
What is being done to support Ukraine’s printing industry?
Print Against War, an independent movement led by members of the global printing and packaging industry, is facilitating communication with companies in Ukraine and encouraging collaboration with partners in the rest of Europe. Read some of the stories of its members here, as we explore how the…
What does the European Commission Circular Economy Action Plan mean for the packaging sector?
In a stark warning to the packaging industry, experts are predicting that the EU’s new Circular Economy Plan could lead to unimaginable disruption in the sector. Paul Foulkes-Arellano, founder of Circuthon Consulting, tells us more – and discusses how businesses can get ahead of the curve.
Coveris presents mono-material PE pet food bags for e-commerce
Coveris has developed mono-material and recyclable polyethylene (PE) bags for Ultra Premium Direct’s health-focused pet food range, which is aimed at e-commerce distribution.
Cepi challenges ‘contradictory’ EU position on the paper industry’s decarbonisation and bioeconomy targets
While Cepi says that the ENVI Committee’s recent votes on the ‘Fit for 55’ package offer some positive provisions in principle, it warns that paradoxical legal positions regarding carbon capture and biomass could undermine the pulp and paper industry’s decarbonisation initiatives and bioeconomy…
‘Game-changer brands are recognising the potential in closing the loop’
In our latest opinion piece, Edward Kosior, CEO and founder of Nextek, gives us his views on where plastic packaging sustainability is at – and the road ahead.
Smart tracking solution for coffee capsule returns launched by Nestlé and Nozama
Nestlé has partnered with Nozama to implement a tracking solution for Dolce Gusto coffee capsules to enhance the traceability of returns to recycling points by consumers, who can use an app to monitor deposits and collect credits that can be exchanged for prizes and discounts.