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…
Flextrus, a leading European player in the manufacture of flexible packaging solutions, is tapping into the consumer trend for artisan, natural-looking packs with its PaperLite® option for chilled foods and cooked meats.
Eurocast has put an emphasis on technological development and innovation over the past few years. Following the path set by CEO, Krzysztof Wiśniewski, the company recently invested in new machines and technologies.
In 2014 Dow made a first appearance at interpack to share with the industry the new approach it had been developing. Returning in 2017, the global business was able to speak in much more concrete terms about its strategic vision of value chain collab
Demand for corrugated packaging material is expected to increase by an average of more than four per cent annually over the next five years. Elisabeth Skoda explores some of the recent areas of innovation that demonstrate the potential of corrugated.
According to the recent Transparency market research ‘packaging coatings market’ report, the increasing need for maintaining original quality and taste and keeping a check on contamination are driving use of packaging coatings.
Composite materials often deliver performance in important contexts such as food preservation, while posing challenges for recycling. An ideal packaging solution prevents waste from packing to consumption without turning into waste at end of life.
The quality and value benefits of RPC Bebo’s In-Mould Label Thermoforming (IML-T) have seen the technology being extended into the butter and margarine spreads sector with the introduction of a 500g tub for long-standing customer Kerry Foods.
Cortec® Corporation is ready to make corrosion protection more convenient by producing custom-made CorrTainer® boxes in any quantity at Cortec® Coated Products in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.
In line with its “Focused on your needs” motto, Siegwerk will showcase its tailor-made ink & service portfolio addressing current and future packaging trends at Labelexpo 2017 in Brussels, Belgium.
Sonoco, one of the largest diversified global packaging companies, today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire 100 percent of the stock of Clear Lam Packaging, Inc.
