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…
Capsa is a finalist in this year’s Sustainability Awards with its reusable cardboard box entry, nominated in the Commercialized Driving the Circular Economy category. We spoke with the company to learn more about this innovation.
Ecoshell’s GEX solution is derived from eggshells transformed into bio-calcium - a fine powder said to have particles as small as 1 micron – and then pelletized. The company currently offers a range of resins and complete compounds for various applications.
Södra will supply Stora Enso with kraft lignin from the ‘world’s largest’ production facility coming to Sweden in 2027 – anticipating a production capacity of up to 250,000 tpy of kraft lignin.
Metsä Spring has launched pre-commercial sales for Muoto – its three-dimensional, wood-based packaging – and may consider investment into its first commercial factory in 2025.
Notpla has completed a £20 million (€23,924,400) Series A+ fundraising round – doubling its initial target – and plans to replace over 100 million units of single-use plastics annually, scaling its seaweed-based packaging in the United States.
Carccu has designed renewable, PFAS-free greaseproof papers to meet a growing demand for sustainability-minded packaging materials in food packaging while maintaining the necessary food safety and barrier properties.
Optima is working with PulPac and PA Consulting to develop bespoke machinery and expand the production of Dry Molded Fiber into coffee capsules, blister packaging, and other complex products.
Paptic is packaging feminine care products with its recyclable, wood fibre-based material, seeking to deliver a ‘soft and pleasant’ user experience while reducing flexible plastic waste.
Marigold Health Foods has collaborated with Sonoco to launch its fully recyclable packaging for a variety of natural, plant-based food products, including stock cubes, sauces, and meat and fish alternatives.
Kellanova Europe and Sonoco now offer the new, paper-based and recyclable Pringles tube throughout Ireland, with the former targeting a completely recyclable, reusable, and compostable packaging range by 2025.
Pellenc ST has unveiled CNS BRAIN, which applies artificial intelligence, deep learning, and NIR/VIS technologies to paper streams in an effort to boost detection accuracy, improve sorting performance, and save energy.
