Recyclability
News and analysis on packaging recyclability, covering new technology, material choices, infrastructure, sorting and collection and more.
Guidance document answers important questions about the PPWR
The European Commission has published a guidance document providing further clarity around the requirements of the Packaging and Packaging Waste
Henkel’s new tinplate cans expected to reduce CO2 emissions by 62%
Henkel has worked with Pirlo and Thyssenkrupp Rasselstein to use tinplate cans made with CO2-reduced steel for contact adhesive
Alfilpack develops mono-material packaging to protect bike parts during transit
Alfilpack has revealed its mono-material solution designed for the logistics and distribution of stationary bikes weighing around 55 kg,
Amcor aims to reduce material use with 1 kg dairy market pot
Amcor has launched an updated version of its UniPak 1 kg pot for the dairy market, aiming to reduce material
PureCycle to open EU-funded polypropylene recycling plant in Belgium
As part of a €40 million grant agreement with the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA)’s Innovation
Two-layer lid concept from Constantia Flexibles to replace lids and straws
Constantia Flexibles’ patented lid concept, ComforLid, is designed to replace snap-on plastic lids and straws with a dual-layered,
BioSupPack project transforms brewery waste into high-performance bioplastics
The EU-funded BioSupPack project has concluded its activities after 5 years, stating it has successfully demonstrated that brewery waste
Amcor invests in PPWR-compliant airless dispensing system
Amcor has announced its investment in developing a new airless dispensing system for beauty and personal care brands, said to
Barilla designs 99% of packaging for recycling and cuts out plastic windows
Barilla reports that 99.8% of the packaging it sells is designed to be recyclable, while 71% of the materials
Unpacking Unilever’s Smart Series detergent pouches for auto-dose laundry
Unilever’s new Persil and Comfort Smart Series detergents are intended for auto-dose washing machines from Samsung. How does
Mondelēz International reduced virgin plastic by ~1,000 tonnes in 2025
Mondelēz International states it has achieved its global goal of 5% recycled content and transitioned from rigid plastic trays to
Report: How are the top brands progressing on packaging sustainability in 2026?
In a rush? Click here to read a short summary of this report Intro: We look at how the top