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…
Ryp Labs explains how their StixFresh stickers set out to extend the shelf life of fresh produce in the latest of our Sustainability Awards 2022 finalist interviews.
NEXTLOOPP has completed a study of background contamination of post-consumer PP packaging, with the results set to be submitted to the EFSA, USFDA, and UK FSA.
Could new, novel technologies be key to the role of packaging in the reduction of food waste? Yes, says Andrew Manly, communications director at AIPIA – and smart packaging should lead the way.
Toppan has expanded its GL BARRIER transparent barrier film range with a mono-material PE barrier designed to package liquid products in a durable, sterile, and easy-to-recycle material.
Producing edible food packaging is a sustainable solution in theory, but how do manufacturers go about testing their safety? Can edible packaging protect and preserve food products as effectively as its traditional counterparts? Paula Hirsilä, project manager and food specialist at Measurlabs,…
Microban International has announced LapisShield, a heavy-metal-free technology designed to infuse antimicrobial features into water-based coating formulations and prevent the growth of mould and mildew.
Avery Dennison has partnered with SAP to tackle issues with waste in the retail industry by integrating their respective analytic product clouds, supposedly allowing supermarkets to track and optimise the expiry dates of their products.
Huhtamaki has launched its new ICON paper packaging technology, primarily designed for ice cream containers and lids, with QR codes providing North American consumers with additional information about sustainability.
Archroma has announced that its Appretan NTR paper packaging range, supposedly made with 30% renewable raw material, is now capable of imparting barrier properties onto food packaging such as wraps for burgers or sandwiches.
The winners of environmental charity Hubbub and Starbucks’ Bring It Back fund have been announced today, with the prize money funding six new systems and solutions for sustainable packaging in the food and beverage industries.
Nestlé’s Quality Street line is set to adopt FSC-certified paper packaging for its twist-wrapped sweets, predicted to replace 2.5 billion individual foil and cellulose wrappers on an international scale. Meanwhile, its KitKat chocolate is set to be packaged in wrappers made from 80% plastic from…
