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…
New data from Avery Dennison indicates that food waste will cost businesses a total of $540 billion (€462,099,299,760) in 2026, with insufficient supply chain visibility playing a major role.
Lecta has expanded its range of metallized papers with Metalvac Ice Cream, a paper said to meet the current technical performance, industrial efficiency and sustainability requirements in the frozen food sector.
Attempting to combat issues with piracy and counterfeiting, car care company Mannol has introduced new screw caps for its containers, with authenticity features and transparent manufacturer details.
Amcor upfronts its range of rigid and flexible packaging solutions for de-icing salt, designed for easy pouring and storage, moisture protection in cold weather, and compatibility with up to 100% recycled plastic content.
Tetra Pak has collaborated with Spanish beverage producer García Carrión for the ‘first-ever’ use of its paper-based barrier technology for juice packaging, seeking to reduce reliance on fossil-based materials.
Mondi has teamed up with bicycle manufacturer Polana Bikes to develop a paper-based reusable packaging system, featuring Mondi’s pre-made paper ProtectorBAG for bikes and their components.
DHL says it has successfully implemented reusable pallet wrap within its operations and with customers, said to save around 300 grams of plastic per pallet. A finalist in this year’s Sustainability Awards in the Commercialized Driving the Circular Economy category, we spoke to the company to find…
Label and packaging provider Masterpress has announced its participation in the EU-funded BeFORE Barrier for Recycling initiative, with its single-layer, non-laminated stand-up pouch for liquid soap being tested for high-barrier recyclability.
Sappi and UPM have announced the signing of a non-binding letter of intent to form a non-listed, independent 50/50 joint venture for graphic paper. The venture will combine Sappi’s European Graphic Paper business with UPM’s Communication Papers business in Europe, the UK and the US.
DHL has revealed it has switched from conventional self-adhesive labels to a joint InNo-Liner solution from Cab and HERMA at its site in Nohra, Germany, said to reduce waste by around 60%.
BW Packaging has announced the launch of its Hayssen X850 multi-jaw flow wrapper, designed for cheese and other products that require high seal integrity at high speeds.
