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…
Asda’s latest ESG report states that almost 98% of its own-brand packaging is now recyclable, but acknowledges difficulties in sourcing high-quality plastic recyclate and keeping unpackaged products fresh as it pursues other targets.
After revealing its intent to wrap all Babybel cheese snacks in paper by 2027 – a move expected to cut 60% of plastic per net and save 2500 tons of CO2 emissions – the Bel Group has elaborated on its repackaging process and future goals.
Ciner Glass is among the founding members of Responsible Glass, a global certification programme designed to set new standards for the safe, low-carbon and transparent production and sourcing of glass.
Cupffee has designed the ‘world’s first’ edible coffee cup, intended to avoid pollution and reduce CO2 emissions while performing as effectively as its single-use plastic counterparts.
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?…
Eurosac and Cepi Eurokraft are leading a joint project to develop a net zero roadmap for the paper sack and sack kraft paper industries, leading up to climate neutrality by 2050.
Blue Circle Olefins has secured funding for a commercial methanol-to-olefins production facility in Rotterdam. Once fully operational, it is expected to produce 120 kilotons of propylene and 80 kilotons of ethylene.
McKinsey’s latest research identifies six key barriers companies face when considering sustainability-minded packaging materials, including performance concerns, limited market supply, and different definitions of sustainability.
Only one week to go until the Sustainable Packaging Summit! Are you wondering what to expect from this year’s even bigger, even better event? Read on for a deep dive into this year’s agenda.
UPM Adhesive Materials has teamed up with One.Five to package stationery in transparent paper, intending to bring down CO2 emissions and streamline recycling.
Ypsomed has unveiled a pre-filled autoinjector designed for automated disassembly, streamlined recycling, and an 87% reduction in material-related CO2 emissions compared to conventional alternatives.
Among Braskem’s product lineup at K 2025 are reusable bottles made from biobased polyethylene, developed alongside Bottle Up and Eurobottle to lower carbon emissions and reduce plastic waste, as well as biobased polymers for flexible and rigid packs.
