On 5 June, the European Commission published a Commission Notice providing further clarity about the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation in practice. We take a closer look at the document to understand its requirements in detail, including the current status of PFAS restrictions, the…
In this Innovation Spotlight, Dow outlines how its extrusion coating portfolio aims to support recyclability requirements and regulatory readiness, and how its collaboration with RDM Group demonstrates how lightweight polymer coatings can extend the use of fibre-based packaging into applications…
Karlstads Energi and ReKorek have teamed up to explore the possibilities of recycling wine corks into new products following the latter’s success in a European innovation challenge.
Circular packaging design aims to keep materials and products in use for as long as possible, use materials efficiently and design out waste and pollution. Non-governmental organization (NGO) The Recycling Partnership defines circular packaging as being focused on the reduction and extended use of…
KHS Group has announced that its Nature MultiPack – which uses adhesive instead of shrink film, paper or cardboard, said to result in 85% less material than conventional setups - can now be combined with a carrying handle made of kraft paper.
Sidel has launched its new bottle washer with combined chemical and ultrasound technology, aiming to reduce water and steam consumption and CO2 emissions.
A series of studies led by Searious Business examines the barriers and levers for reusable packaging systems across five countries in Africa and North America – uplifting reusable shopping bags, refillable home care products, and refillable beverage bottles as the next solutions.
Polytag has implemented Digital Link QR codes into Ocado Retail’s reusable packaging, connecting consumers to instructions for refilling and returning their products.
Brandon Consultants has combined ethical sourcing, cultural influences, and a positive consumer experience into a ‘bold new look’ for Paulig Coffee’s Mundo range.
Indian dairy company MilkyMist has teamed up with SIG and AnaBio Technologies to introduce the ‘world’s first’ long-life probiotic buttermilk in aseptic carton packs.
Carlsberg has collaborated with creative agency Born Ugly on a new global visual identity for its Somersby brand, aiming to increase visibility and brand consistency across the cider’s major markets.
Ahead of this year’s Sustainability Awards taking place in Amsterdam next week, we spoke to finalist Cajo Technologies about its laser marking technology for cardboard, Cajo MakeBright, nominated in the Commercialized Machinery category.
