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Colgate-Palmolive backs ‘game-changing’ new tech for lightweight HDPE bottles
Colgate-Palmolive, Polyplastics and PTI have unveiled an innovative new method for producing HDPE bottles that is reported to offer
Henkel launches cold seal solution for barrier-coated paper packaging
Henkel has released the ‘first’ cold seal solution designed for barrier-coated paper packaging, Loctite Liofol CS 7106 RE, driven
Aptar Beauty reveals ‘premium’ dispensing solutions for on-shelf differentiation
Aptar Beauty has introduced new dispensing solutions for the personal care market, aiming to make it easier for brands to
Samsung phases single-use plastic out of its mobile packaging by 2025
Samsung claims to have eliminated single-use plastics from its mobile packaging in favour of paper-based and recycled alternatives,
Could this new EU-funded project boost refillable packaging in Europe?
A new EU-funded scheme is aiming to scale up reusable packaging across Europe by working with organisations across the
Pallet wrappings and straps officially exempt from PPWR’s reuse targets
The European Commission has officially exempted businesses that use pallet wrappings and straps from the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation’
Avery Dennison introduces RFID inlay series for fresh food
Avery Dennison has launched its AD IdentiFresh inlay series, utilizing RFID technology to provide real-time inventory visibility in fresh
Amcor reveals new bottle for beauty and personal care sectors
Amcor has launched a new shaped standard bottle for the beauty and personal care sector, available with a low minimum
Bees track biodiversity and impacts around DS Smith’s packaging facilities
In a partnership with Apilab, DS Smith is using bees to map the diversity around its French packaging facilities and
The ultimate guide to the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation in 2026
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EU-funded research project converts biogenic CO2 into bioplastics
The EU-funded UNICO2RN project is using biogenic CO2 as feedstock to produce biodegradable plastics, aiming to help European industries