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…
This summer, Tesco’s reuse trial with Loop officially came to an end. Reflecting on the trial, Tesco has released a report detailing what it has learned, calling for cross-industry collaboration and consumer education to facilitate economies of scale for reuse in the future.
The statistic that design is responsible for 80% of a pack’s footprint is frequently cited across the packaging value chain. But where did this figure come from, and how much faith should we really put in it? According to Paul Foulkes-Arellano, founder of Circuthon Consulting, it’s time to bust…
Avantium has signed an agreement with luxury goods conglomerate LVMH Group (Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton) to secure a fixed volume of the plant-based, fully recyclable polymer polyethylene furanoate (PEF) for their cosmetics packaging. It is hoped to be a step towards the commercial launch of a new…
Silgan Dispensing has announced the launch of its new dosing solution, MeaSURE, a closure with a built-in chamber that delivers controlled dosing for applications such as laundry, cleaning, automotive, and personal care.
AEROBAL, the International Organisation of Aluminium Aerosol Container Manufacturers, has announced the winners of the World Aluminium Aerosol Can Award 2022 with lightweight and recycled aluminium solutions recognised across categories.
Wagamama is set to launch crystallised PET bowls developed by Morrama, reportedly offering a recyclable solution with enhanced heat resistance and product protection across its delivery and takeaway options.
TOMRA has launched what it says is the market’s smallest reverse vending machine for glass, aluminium and plastic containers, which is aimed at providing a plug-and-play solution for smaller retailers to participate in deposit return schemes.
The European Tube Manufacturers Association (Etma) has announced the winners of its annual Tube of the Year competition, with each category showcasing innovations in design, weight and material reduction, and recyclability.
Turner Labels, a US label converter based in Kentucky, recently announced an innovative label collaboration with Mirror Twin Brewing (MTB). With the help of an HP Indigo 6900 digital press, the companies have developed a craft beer can label utilizing blacklight UV ink.
Ariel will now offer its All-in-1 Pods® in a recyclable cardboard-based box designed with accessibility and child safety certification as a priority. Samantha King, R&D Vice President at P&G Fabric Care Europe, discusses the process behind developing a laundry care box that met the team’s…
Unilever has launched what it claims to be its most sustainable laundry capsule to date, alleged to reduce greenhouse gases by 16% and relieve the waste stream of 6000 tonnes of plastic every year.
