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…
SiOPack claims to have developed a fully recyclable, food-safe, and plastic-free packaging window made from paper – a move hoped to reduce plastic waste without compromising on product visibility.
SHARPAK has agreed on a commercial partnership with OSY Group to apply its food technology to soft fruit packaging, aiming to extend shelf life and reduce food waste.
Fortress Technology has announced plans to debut its Vyper Vision automated top and bottom label inspection solution at PPMA 2025, aiming to ensure compliance with retailer food safety and labelling requirements.
E-commerce packaging supplier UCanPack has announced its 100% recycled corrugated shipping box line said to be “customizable, durable, and affordable”.
The German Packaging Institute (dvi) has announced the winners of the German Packaging Award 2025 across categories including functionality, design, sustainability and product presentation.
Amcor’s new polypropylene closure for household products seeks to combine child resistance and shelf appeal with sustainability-minded features like weight reduction, recyclability, and optional post-consumer content.
Ardagh Glass Packaging Europe (AGP Europe) has launched a new 300g lightweight glass wine bottle, seeking to combine ‘ultra-lightweight design’ with high strength and premium shelf appeal.
Aptar Closures is unveiling three tamper-evident and recyclable closures for sports beverages – setting its sights on lightweighted bottles, improved security, and an enhanced drinking experience.
ExxonMobil Signature Polymers has collaborated with Inplac to develop stronger heavy duty sacks without increasing film thickness, especially for 50kg bags used in demanding markets like agriculture and construction.
DS Smith Tecnicarton has designed single-use corrugated cardboard trays to replace expanded polypropylene alternatives when transporting automotive products such as headlights.
Walmart has recalled approximately 850,000 of its stainless steel water bottles after their lids were found to forcefully eject when opened, causing ‘serious impact and laceration hazards’, including vision loss.
SIG has launched its first 1-litre aseptic carton packs made of SIG Terra alu-free and full barrier packaging material, utilized by ALDI for its Rio d’oro grape juice in parts of Germany.
