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Much more than just paper or plastic
Torsten Sauer, sustainability director at Syntegon, discusses the critical role alternative packaging materials can play in a differentiated approach to
The cost of e-commerce returns for retailers
When so many retailers offer free returns, people can easily be lulled into thinking there’s no cost attached. Business
How is the European bioplastics industry seeking to gain more regulatory approval?
European Bioplastics, an association representing the bioplastics industry in Europe, recently announced the appointment of Maria Negut as its new
Packaging self-administered injectables and infusibles for better patient outcomes
Boy Tjoa, managing director at Tjoapack, examines how, from dose compliance to needle-stick safety and anti-tampering, the industry’
The fight for raw materials has only just begun
As industries such as construction, manufacturing and fashion start to seek recycled polymer content and biomaterials, thus competing directly with
‘Refillables can’t solve today’s consumer problems’
Recent reports have suggested that consumers may be turning their backs on refillable packaging. What could explain this trend? According
How are Ukrainian packaging companies coping with the Russian invasion, and how can you help?
We spoke with Alexander Sobolenko, chief business development officer and co-founder of the Ukrainian company Re-Leaf, about the
PepsiCo expert on how FMCG brands can create a circular economy for flexibles
In early March, some of the biggest companies in the FMCG space committed to increasing investments in the creation of
Closing the loop for PET
Antonello Ciotti was recently unveiled as the new President of PETCORE Europe – an association that represents companies in the PET
EPR: Penalty or opportunity?
Representatives from U.N. member states are meeting in Nairobi this week for the United Nations Environment Assembly. According to
What can we expect from supply chain digitalisation in 2022?
Josephine Coombe, Managing Director of Nulogy in Europe, discusses expectations for digitalisation in 2022, and the role it will play
Can paper bottles actually be sustainable?
In terms of total carbon emissions, how does the innovation compare with conventional alternatives? Have you undertaken any LCAs? Frugalpac