Renewables
News and analysis on the latest developments in the renewables sector – from paper-based packaging to bio-based solutions and more.
Hoffmann Neopac provides flip-top caps for eco-designed tubes
Hoffmann Neopac has launched its new LowPro Flip-Top Caps, reported to reduce material use and apply to the company’
Biobased additives, modifiers and material replacements expand UBQ Materials portfolio
UBQ Materials has unveiled three biobased material replacements and additives and two modifiers in its Sustainability Product Portfolio – a range
Sacma produces recyclable, compostable, ovenable bag for rotisserie applications
Sacma has revealed an ovenable bag made from FSC-certified grass paper and a cellulosic inner liner from Futamura, with
Paptic raises €27.5 million in growth funding for wood fibre-based materials in 2023
By the end of 2023, Paptic closed €27.5 million in growth financing, including investments from the UB Forest Industry
Bringing paper packaging out of the woods
Statistics suggest that three billion trees are used in the production of paper packaging every year across the world. Juan
DS Smith and Nafici explore conversion of straw and grain into packaging
In an extension of its ongoing investment into R&D, DS Smith is teaming up with Nafici Environmental Research
Bottle Up offers plant-based, pre-filled, reusable water bottle
Bottle Up claims to provide the first fully reusable, pre-filled, plant-based water bottle sold in the UK and
The packaging stories and trends to follow in 2024
At the beginning of a new year, the editorial team at Packaging Europe shares its vision for the packaging industry
The ultimate guide to the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation
As 2023 draws to a close, the packaging industry is looking at a whole new legislative landscape compared to the
Moelven Wood substitutes shrink wrap with Billerud paper packaging
Moelven Wood is working with Billerud to develop a paper-based packaging solution for its wooden interior panels, intended as
A look back at the year for corrugated and folding cartons
2023 has been a bumpy year for businesses and consumers alike, with rising inflation and interest rates, and a cost-
Smurfit Kappa supplies water-resistant coating to cardboard produce trays
McCormack Family Farms has applied Smurfit Kappa’s water-resistant coating to its cardboard produce trays, replacing wax-lined and