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…
Matteo Squeo, founder of The Green Clause and member of the Permanent Delegation of the Court of Justice, the General Court and the EFTA Court, examines the EU’s new PPWR guidance in detail and explores its shortcomings.
In response to recent fluctuations in international crude markets since the escalation of tensions and conflict in the Middle East, Indian company Dr Bio has developed a cornstarch-based biopolymer platform designed to ‘significantly reduce’ dependence on imported fossil-fuel-derived raw materials.
In modern times, packaging sits at the intersection between sustainability, cost, safety, marketing, and plenty of other crucial macro trends. It has evolved from simply being a straightforward business decision and now reflects how businesses actually operate. How did we get here? Peter Stael,…
interpack 2026 will host its second Women in Packaging programme, featuring a keynote speech from Tetra Pak, multi-perspective panel discussions, and networking opportunities geared towards women at all career levels.
A new analysis released by McKinsey & Company (McKinsey) claims that high demand alone will not bolster performance for the packaging and paper market over the coming years, and identifies multiple market dynamics which have increased pressure on the industry.
Borouge and Borealis have combined to create Borouge International and acquire NOVA Chemicals, backed by shareholders OMV and XRG, with each holding a 50% stake in the company.
Almost 40 industry organizations have signed a joint position paper calling for policymakers to boost competitiveness, resilience, and employment in European biomanufacturing with the EU Biotech Act II.
With only one month to go until interpack 2026, we take stock of what to expect from this year’s programme – and from Packaging Europe, reporting live on the ground.
The European Commission has published a fact sheet to help consumers understand the aims and implications of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation. We examine how the document explains the legislation’s impact on the general public and addresses financial and practical concerns.
The European Commission’s new guidance document sets out to clarify elements of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation, but what does the industry think? We consulted organizations and representatives to understand their views on the confirmed deadlines, rule exemptions and restrictions,…
Seeking to strengthen its position in the Indian flexible packaging market, Siegwerk has signed a definite agreement to acquire Hi-Tech Inks, a move said to make the combined business ‘the largest player in the country’ with a market share of over 20%.
Registration has opened for this year’s Sustainable Packaging Summit, taking place on the 10th-12th November at Jaarbeurs Utrecht, bringing together 1,000 packaging professionals across panels, workshops and keynotes, headlined by former Unilever chief executive Paul Polman and PepsiCo’s Archana…
