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…
Aldi Hungary reports that consumers have returned around 140 million items of single-use packaging via in-store REpont machines, equating to a daily average of 3,000+ plastic, aluminium, and glass bottles per store.
Over fifty packaging associations warn that the Waste Framework Directive’s recognition of state-run producer responsibility organisations could lower recycling rates, increase administrative costs, and impact both product availability and PRO transparency.
Vytal Global were the worthy winners of the Packaging Europe 2024 Readers’ Award! Libby Munford catches up with Dr Tim Breker, co-founder and Managing Director of Vytal to hear how they have expanded since last year, what the future holds for tech-driven reusable packaging - asking vital questions…
Attempting to tackle an obesity crisis in the US, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has proposed front-of-pack labelling for packaged foods detailing saturated fat, sodium, and added sugars.
As part of an expanded pilot, Tesco is now trialling barcodes containing GS1 QR codes in selected stores, seeking to assess how the QR codes can improve date code accuracy, reduce food waste and help prevent the sale of out-of-date products.
Niederwieser Group, Dow and Kuraray have joined forces to create recyclable vacuum bags for the food industry, aiming to meet the upcoming PPWR requirements, ensure legal compliance and reduce environmental impact.
Thai company Starprint’s multi-functional gift packaging cube - designed for reuse such as jewellery and stationary storage - and its biodegradable packaging solution for macadamia nuts, with built in shell disposal, recently won in the WorldStar Global Packaging Awards 2025. We spoke with the…
Starbucks has launched its new white takeaway cup in Europe, replacing its plastic lining with a mineral-based coating and the single-use plastic lids with fibre alternatives, also with a mineral-based coating.
KIND Snacks has begun piloting a kerbside recyclable paper wrapper at select Whole Foods Market stores in the United States, utilizing a How2Recycle pre-qualified paper type.
Refillable packaging trials run by Aldi and Ocado under GoUnpackaged’s Refill Coalition achieved in-store refill rates of up to 57%, while 86% of vessels were returned without deposit incentives – with refillables reportedly exceeding the environmental performance of single-use in only two cycles.
Berry Global has revealed its patented technology for manufacturing roll-on balls for deodorant applicators, said to deliver faster output and minimal material wastage during production.
