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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Filippo Berio launches new packaging design
Iconic olive oil brand Filippo Berio has unveiled a rebranded packaging design, with the aim of doubling down on its existing brand while also appealing to the modern consumer.
New from Ahlstrom: a lightweight, recyclable, heat-sealable barrier paper
In this edition of our ‘In Conversation With…’ series, we hear about an upcoming barrier paper from Ahlstrom – FSC-certified, recyclable, heat-sealable, and more. Florence Vidal, New Product Development engineer for Food Packaging, walks us through the details.
LEGO intensifies move away from plastic packaging
LEGO has announced that over half (56%) of the packing lines it uses to package its bricks have transitioned away from single-use plastic bags and are now using recyclable, FSC-certified paper-based alternatives
A perspective from the packaging industry at COP30
The public reaction to COP30 has been, to put it mildly, mixed. Delegates left Belém having made progress on adaptation, gender action, “just transition”, and climate finance – but crucially failed to agree on a plan to phase out fossil fuels. What does all of this mean for the packaging industry?…
European Commission adopts new bioeconomy framework
Today, the European Commission has announced the adoption of a new Strategic Framework for a Competitive and Sustainable EU Bioeconomy, seeking to build a ‘clean, competitive and resilient’ European economy by using renewable biological resources and providing alternatives to critical raw materials.
Re:Water and Ball target retail, catering and hospitality sectors with new agreement
Aluminium bottled water brand Re:Water has announced a major five-year agreement with Ball, which will supply ‘tens of millions’ of bottles to support Re:Water’s growth in the retail, catering, and hospitality sectors.
Sustainability Awards 2025 Winner Interview: Klingenberg’s reusable, recyclable e-commerce box
Klingenberg’s reusable, tape-free e-commerce box, Nomadbox, won in the Pre-Commercialized Driving the Circular Economy category in this year’s Sustainability Awards. We asked the company a few questions to find out more about this entry.
Why does everyone hate sporks?
The spork is an infamous utensil, envisioned as a spoon-and-fork hybrid but widely mocked for its impracticality. Should we write it off entirely, or can we learn some valuable lessons from its poor reception? We answer these questions and more in this edition of the Brief.
Sustainability Perspectives: PPWR and more – how to stay on track with data
Having your data in order is the foundation of ensuring compliance with EPR, PPWR and other packaging regulations. Vivian Loftin, co-founder at Recyda, discusses the importance of data, requirements, data gaps, challenges, common misunderstandings and solutions with Elisabeth Skoda.
Amcor creates stick applicator for Decathlon using 87% PCR
Amcor has produced a new skincare stick applicator for sports brand Decathlon using 87% recycled polypropylene.
Nextek joins circular solutions project for pharmaceutical packaging
Nextek has announced its participation in a four-year project aiming to develop circular solutions to reduce waste and carbon emissions in primary and secondary healthcare and pharmaceutical packaging.
Corplex introduces closed edge technology for protective packaging solutions
Corplex has launched closed edge technology for its AkyPak range of reusable protective plastic packaging solutions, designed to increase safety and hygiene use while delivering durability.