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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Colgate launches HDPE tube with ‘Recycle Me!’ design to boost consumer awareness of its recyclability
Colgate is rolling out its recyclable HDPE tube with limited edition ‘Recycle Me!’ graphics to ensure consumers are aware that the tube can be placed in the recycling bin without any additional steps like cleaning and as signposting for Materials Recovery Facilities (MRFs).
The importance of designing smart technology into fashion’s sustainable packaging goals
As fashion and retail brands commit to sustainable packaging targets, Debbie Shakespeare, senior director of sustainability compliance and core product line management at Avery Dennison RBIS, explains how incorporating smart technology across the supply chain will be essential to meeting these…
BOBST launches new All-in-One line for label production
BOBST has announced an addition to its All-in-One, All-Inline portfolio with the new DIGITAL MASTER series for a fully digitalised and automated production line for label applications with run speeds of up to 100 m/min.
Focus on sustainable barrier packaging at MeetingPack 2022
Environmental sustainability and functionality are two trends that define the food packaging of the future. This will the focus of MeetingPack, which will take place on 20-21 April at the Valencia Conference Centre.
The EPR implementation challenge
What do the proposed delays and changes to the UK’s EPR tell us about the wider challenges and opportunities associated with implementing such schemes?
Webinar: 2022 Food and Consumer Packaging Trends, Opportunities and Implications
The food and consumer packaged goods industry is undergoing change driven by a number of market trends.
A secure packaging future begins with C-suite stability
The packaging industry is set to grow at a steady rate in the coming years – but an ageing workforce and reliance on legacy operations could stagnate its future potential. Sandy McKenzie, partner at Amrop UK, discusses how attracting new talent and improving training opportunities could help to…
Recycling scheme for coffee pods partners with food-to-go retailer
Consumers will be able to recycle Pret A Manger’s aluminium at-home coffee pods via drop-off points or kerbside collection in select locations in collaboration with Podback, which aims to recycle coffee pods into new products like beverage cans.
Join us at the Sustainable Packaging Summit in Lisbon
We’re excited to announce further details on the physical part of our Sustainable Packaging Summit, which will be taking from the 13th-14th September in Lisbon.
Aliplast launches Reload brand for products with high percentage of recycled materials
Aliplast’s Reload brand will be used to identify polymers and films produced by the company that are made of at least 90% recycled materials.
Berry introduces new lightweight closure for sauce bottles
Berry Global has unveiled a new 55mm closure for sauce bottles that is over 20% lighter than the previous version while reportedly offering the same performance and consumer convenience.
Ampacet introduces UVProtectTM, a new generation of UV stabilizers for outdoor plastics
In our latest Spotlight, Ampacet, a global masterbatch leader, introduces UVProtect™, a new generation of long-lasting UV stabilizers designed to extend the life of polyolefin-based plastics used in outdoor applications.