Flexibles
News and analysis on the latest innovations, trends and developments in flexible packaging – from sustainability to functionality and more.
Recyclable, mono-PP blister concept for nutraceuticals revealed by SÜDPACK
SÜDPACK Medica has unveiled a mono-polypropylene blister solution for dietary supplement packaging, intending to align with the Packaging and
CEFLEX issues assessment of new recycling technologies for flexible plastics
A study by CEFLEX and Ghent University finds ‘significant challenges’ in upscaling delamination, deinking, dissolution, and contaminant extraction technologies to
Amcor seeks carbon footprint reduction with mono-material pouches
Amcor has launched its flexible Liquiflex AmPrima pouches in Europe for bulk foodservice products, said to offer a carbon footprint
Springpack announces 100% PCR recyclable pallet wrap
Springpack has introduced Armour Wrap ECO, a hand and machine pallet wrap made from 100% post-consumer recycled (PCR) content
Mondelez may fall short on virgin plastic and design-for-recycling targets for 2025
In its 2024 Report, Mondelēz reveals stalling progress in reducing its virgin rigid plastics in line with its targets for
BCG reveals packaging trend predictions
The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) has published an article identifying five ‘megatrends’ anticipated to reshape packaging over the next decade
High tenacity stretch film developed by ExxonMobil and Malpack
ExxonMobil and Malpack have teamed up to launch a high-performance pre-stretch film using ExxonMobil’s Signature Polymers, said
Where L’Oréal stands after missing sustainable packaging goals for 2025
L’Oréal Groupe has failed to meet several of its sustainability targets for 2025, missing its 100% recyclable, reusable, refillable,
Clear, recyclable bottles with 35% rPET introduced for Yoplait yoghurt drink
Yoplait has rolled out a clear, 35% recycled PET bottle with an attached cap and micro-perforated sleeve for its
Biodegradable mulching films leach fewer microplastics in open-field testing
Sirmax Group’s certified biodegradable plastic mulching films have reportedly lowered micro-bioplastic concentration in agricultural soil during open-field
BASF, SÜDPACK and Werz collaborate on polyamide packaging for HORECA sector
Packaging film supplier SÜDPACK, food service company Werz and BASF Gastronomie have teamed up to utilize BASF’s polyamide Ultramid
Fibre-based bottle from Zipform contains 50% PCR and avoids plastic liner
Zipform Packaging has developed a bottle made with 95% wood-based fibre and over 50% post-consumer recycled content, replacing