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…
Flöter Verpackungs-Service GmbH’s PaperWave Bio paper air cushions – which are FSC-certified biodegradable and reportedly made of 100% recycled paper – have been awarded the WorldStar Packaging Award under the e-commerce category.
New analysis from Smithers has laid out a suggested pathway for brands to design their premium e-commerce packaging for optimal business practices, from resealable packs for product returns to smart packaging solutions to smart solutions to tracking consumer engagement.
Fedrigoni Group has launched its new Symbol Pack range in pursuit of a high-quality unboxing experience for online shoppers, with the paper expected to be applied in the beauty, cosmetics, food, and beverage markets.
The Fedrigoni Group is releasing a unified, customisable range of paper packaging and self-adhesive materials – including ultra-destructible materials and a seal that prevents cardboard from tearing – with the goal of ensuring product authenticity and tracking in the e-commerce industry.
Mondi and ATS-Tanner have worked together to produce a recyclable paper band for individually labelled products or bundles, aiming to eradicate unnecessary plastic packaging in drink, fruit and vegetable, and e-commerce applications.
tesa has released its tesa 51344 paper-based tear tape for shipping envelopes and boxes, which aims to improve the recyclability of board and paper waste by negating the need to separate adhesive tapes.
Marks & Spencer (M&S) is launching a ‘Bring Your Own Bag’ click-and-collect initiative in a bid to phase out traditional plastic carriers in unnecessary circumstances and cut down on 10 million units of plastic every year.
The EU has set its sights on reducing empty space in packaging, with new rules on this issue forming a core part of its recently announced Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive revisions. How will all of this affect the industry, and how can companies get ahead of the curve? Jo Bradley, business…
Food takeaway and delivery platform DoorDash has announced its new Package Pickup service, set to enable consumers to return prepaid packages to relevant shipping companies without leaving their homes.
Is flexibility while serving multiple retail channels the key to the success of corrugated, and how will this play out in the future within retailing? Neil Osment, Managing Director of paper packaging industry analysts NOA, shares his thoughts with Packaging Europe.
Mondi has provided online retailer MODIVO SA with a range of corrugated boxes and paper-based MailerBAGS to be applied to its fashion items in the hopes of optimising product protection, packaging space, and money.
