Flexibles
News and analysis on the latest innovations, trends and developments in flexible packaging – from sustainability to functionality and more.
Yarrah Organic Petfood transitions to mono PE structures
Yarrah, a Dutch producer of organic dog and cat food, is set to transition the packaging for its entire kibble
Mars Wrigley turns to Danimer Scientific for biodegradable packaging
Mars Wrigley and Danimer Scientific have announced a new two-year partnership to develop home compostable flexible and rigid packaging
Saica Flex reveals ready-to-recycle pouch range offering over 50% recycled content
Saica Flex, the flexible packaging division of Saica Group, has developed a new range of ready-to-recycle mono-material
European flexible packaging manufacturers voice concern at ongoing tension in polymer market
Members of the flexible packaging value chain are voicing concern at tensions in the polymer market which have been going
Mondelēz International commits to further reduction in use of virgin plastic
Global food and beverage giant Mondelēz International has announced an increased commitment to reducing its use of virgin plastics in
The journey towards paper packaging for chocolate
In early 2020, Ritter Sport trialled a paper wrapper for its chocolate on a small scale. Based on learnings from
Enhancing the properties of polymers
As we settle into 2021, we take a glance at how some of the leading players in materials science are
IMA Ilapak on finding sustainable solutions to packaging challenges
In this Innovation Spotlight, IMA Ilapak introduces its range of flexible packaging solutions which it says can satisfy every form,
The Circular Economy in 2021
The value chain will continue to progress on design for recycling this year – but needs to continue to build cross-
‘Our struggle is our strength’: A closer look at KIDV’s Community of Practice
The Netherlands Institute for Sustainable Packaging’s (KIDV) Community of Practice (CoP) is a group that has set its sights
New initiative launched to promote place of mono PET flexible packaging in circular economy
BOPET Films Europe and Searious Business have launched Vita Nova - a new consortium of industry players promoting the use of