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…
Reckitt power brand Vanish is launching Vanish Multipower Tabs with minimalist packaging and a brand experience designed specifically for online shoppers.
NOVA Chemicals has introduced a new HDPE resin technology for machine direction orientated and biaxially orientated films to enable the production of recyclable, all-PE packaging for demanding applications.
According to FEFCO, single-use corrugated cardboard demonstrates a lower environmental impact than reusable plastic packaging solutions – but variable performances across sustainability categories ultimately provide uncertain conclusions. Can comparing materials – and, in some cases, pitting reuse…
Ross Woodburn, managing director at BUBL Packaging explores how manufacturers that adapted faster by using core skills and exploiting knowledge of specific sectors created opportunities for growth during the pandemic.
Over the past few years, Returnity has collaborated with Walmart, New Balance, and Estée Lauder to create tailored reusable packaging systems at scale. We caught up with the company’s CEO, Mike Newman, to talk about collaboration, LCAs, and what more can be done to normalise reusable packaging…
Gartner, Inc. has announced the results of its annual Global Supply Chain Top 25, with consumer goods companies Colgate-Palmolive, Johnson & Johnson, PepsiCo, and Nestlé all making it into the Top 10. Sustainability initiatives and adapting to global supply chain challenges remain a priority for…
Mondi has partnered with the German machine supplier, beck packautomaten, to launch FunctionalBarrier Paper, a flexible paper-based packaging solution that provides protection against water vapour and moisture during the transport of products for online retail.
Kite Packaging has developed a purpose-built void fill option, Hivefill, for dispensing its honeycomb-structured paper wrap for cushioning inside e-commerce boxes and cartons.
Smurfit Kappa has launched AquaStop water-resistant paper with a coating added during the manufacturing process that reportedly does not interfere with recyclability, as part of its new TechniPaper portfolio.
Coveris has developed mono-material and recyclable polyethylene (PE) bags for Ultra Premium Direct’s health-focused pet food range, which is aimed at e-commerce distribution.
New research from the packaging manufacturer and consultancy Duo suggests that 56% of Gen Z consumers are less likely to buy from a retailer again if their e-commerce packaging isn’t sustainable or resourceful.
Sitma Machinery has launched E-Wrap, a paper wrapping machine aimed at e-commerce applications that can reportedly utilise heat-sealable paper and scan 3D objects to create customised packaging.
