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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Quadpack launches skincare tube with flexible applicator and recycled content option
Quadpack has unveiled its Serenity Tube for applying eye cream and other skincare treatments, with a flexible applicator and the option to incorporate recycled content in the cap and sleeve.
The key to successfully packaging industrial parts
With the global supply chain becoming increasingly complex, today’s parts packaging needs to be durable enough to withstand multi-step transportation, often across multiple modes.
The Talking Point: Changing role of corrugated packaging
Libby Munford speaks with Kerry Sanders, Vice President of Market Development at EFI about the evolution of digital print, and how it can be leveraged to change the role of corrugated packaging - with the combination of right-sizing and high-quality digital print, directly onto the box.
The Talking Point: Does corrugated packaging have a digitally driven future?
When delving into the sector of corrugated packaging, what is striking in the marketplace for driving innovation, and supporting e-commerce and third-party logistics, is digital print.
Smurfit Westrock opens ‘world first’ facility for pharmaceutical packaging and clinical trials
Smurfit Westrock has officially opened its Horizon packaging facility, said to be the ‘world’s first’ designed exclusively for pharmaceutical patient medication adherence, regulated pharma packaging and clinical trials.
Limetrack secures over €1 million in funding to scale ‘smart bin’ in UK and Europe
London-based food waste technology company Limetrack has revealed it has raised over €1 million to scale production and deployment of its Smart bins, designed to automatically weigh and report waste and carbon emissions.
Circpack and SAP collaborate on EPR reporting and recyclability assessment service
Circpack by Veolia has announced a partnership with SAP to provide its cloud-based solution for EPR reporting and recyclability assessments, including fee structures and calculation rules with global coverage.
Alcoa, Ball and Unilever pilot ‘carbon-free’ smelting technology in personal and home care packaging
Alcoa, Ball and Unilever have partnered to pilot the first use of Elysis carbon-free smelting technology in personal care and home care packaging, said to eliminate direct greenhouse gas emissions and generate oxygen in place of CO2.
Live updates from the 2025 Sustainable Packaging Summit
Packaging Europe’s Sustainable Packaging Summit is taking place from 10-12 November in Utrecht. In this article, we’ll bring you live updates on the key news, announcements, and talking points from the event.
Michelman introduces new recyclable cup coating for hot beverages
Michelman has introduced Michem® Coat 9250, a water-based coating that enables recyclability of paper cups. The new formulation sets out to help brand owners and converters meet global recyclability and performance standards for paper cups.
How packaging went from hero to villain
Packaging used to be so much more than just a container – it was culture, art, identity. So, why did this change? Kevin Vyse, head of technical RAP products at ProAmpac, tells us more.
Albert Heijn’s assorted chicken product bags use 60% less plastic
After switching their rigid plastic containers to flexible bags, Albert Heijn’s assorted chicken products are said to use 60% less packaging and save over 200,000kg of plastic annually.