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…
Mars Food and Amcor have collaborated on a project that will bring to market the industry’s first food-safe, mono-material, recyclable microwavable rice pouch made from polypropylene (PP).
A four woman team will take part in the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge in an Eco Boat, to raise awareness around plastic pollution. We take a closer look at what made Mondi’s recyclable BarrierPack the team’s food packaging of choice.
With its Quality Recycling Process, CEFLEX is focusing on driving the end market applications for flexibles recyclates to help the industry meet its sustainability targets.
Mars Wrigley UK has announced a reduction in packaging for some of its most recognisable brands, including Galaxy, Starburst, Skittles, Revels and M&M’s.
BASF and the Swedish packaging material manufacturer BillerudKorsnäs have jointly developed a new home-compostable paper laminate for flexible packaging.
Sealed Air has developed a new food-grade soft plastic film containing Certified Circular Resins (CCR), as it continues to strive towards creating 100% recyclable or reusable packaging solutions by 2025.
PrintCYC, a value chain initiative for the recycling of printed films, says that it has achieved “remarkable results” regarding the recycling of printed plastic films and processing of recyclate.
The Change & Challenge Initiative was set up with the goal to highlight the benefits of food packaging when it comes to sustainability and the preservation of natural resources across the entire food chain – from field to the household.
