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…
Polypropylene cups are now designated as “widely recyclable” in the U.S., as a result of a partnership between Starbucks, WM, The NextGen Consortium, How2Recycle, The Recycling Partnership, and more.
After filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy last year, Klöckner Pentaplast has completed its financial restructuring – reportedly eliminating around €1.3 billion of funded debt.
Starlinger is suing two companies for infringing three patents related to its conversion line for block bottom valve bags, with the Chinese Court ruling in its favour.
Dove has unveiled a new collection of refillable deodorants, a move its parent company Unilever describes as “an important milestone in the continued growth of refill formats.”
Amcor has partnered with French snack producer Alter Eco on a paper-based and reduced weight packaging solution for its 200 gram chocolate range, said to be recyclable where recycling streams exist.
Borealis has announced the conclusion of a reusable cup pilot held at Messe Düsseldorf during K 2025, involving 50,000 durable, lightweight reusable cups made from Borealis’ foamable polypropylene.
Husky Technologies has announced its new tamper-evident, mono-PET bottle and closure technology, targeting higher recyclate yield and product security for the Middle East and Africa region.
A report from The Consumer Goods Forum’s Plastic Waste Coalition of Action asserts that artificial intelligence can help companies generate and optimize packaging design, sort waste effectively, and trace materials throughout the supply chain.
Nestlé’s chief executive allegedly blames President Donald Trump for the brand’s public silence on sustainability, telling employees that he remains committed to net zero emissions.
After securing €4 million in funding from Horizon Europe, Notpla is leading a three-year R&D programme to develop a disposable coffee cup with a natural, home-compostable coating.
Sappi has announced the addition of heat-sealable packaging papers to its portfolio, designed for converters, printers, and brand owners looking for fibre-based alternatives to plastic.
