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…
Competition around new packaging formats and pack designs can be fierce in the packaging world. But when does it make sense to protect these by trademark, and what are the challenges along the way?
Sappi has collaborated with Dutch chocolate manufacturer Tony’s Chocolonely on a heat-sealable, paper-based secondary packaging solution for its new “Tiny Tony’s” chocolate varieties.
The REFUCOAT Project has developed what is described as innovative, efficient, bioplastic food packaging production processes using renewable materials that are also recyclable and could replace conventional fossil-based raw materials.
In the first Innovation Spotlight of 2021, Meyer Seals® introduces a brand-new sealing solution designed to provide a foolproof seal - especially for glass jars containing fatty and oily substances.
Launched on 16 November, Barilla Group’s 'Dedicato a Te' (‘Dedicated to You’) is an Italian e-commerce platform which offers the personalization of the brands Mulino Bianco and Pan di Stelle.
British retailer Marks and Spencer has extended its Fill Your Own concept to a third store, supporting customers to reduce and reuse with over 50 lines of refillable grocery essentials and frozen fruit.
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).
