Renewables
News and analysis on the latest developments in the renewables sector – from paper-based packaging to bio-based solutions and more.
Ahlstrom expands greaseproof paper range for food-contact applications
Ahlstrom has developed its FluoroFree greaseproof technology to achieve grease resistance in its fibre-based food packaging for pet food,
Smithers report anticipates $503.4 billion demand for fibre-based packaging by 2027
According to a new study conducted by Smithers, worldwide demand for fibre-based packaging is set to rise to $503.
Quadpack adds refillable compact casing to its wooden beauty packaging range
Quadpack is expanding its Woodacity range with the refillable Idol Woodacity Solo Twist Compact, featuring wooden casing and a twist
The packaging stories and trends to follow in 2023
What will 2023 hold for the packaging industry? In this article, the Packaging Europe editorial team gives its predictions on
HYFLEXPOWER consortium successfully installs hydrogen gas turbine demonstrator at Smurfit Kappa plant
Smurfit Kappa and the HYFLEXPOWER consortium have announced that the first stage of its research project on renewable energy – the
JBM Packaging unveils customisable paper pack featuring biodegradable film window made from renewable fibres
JBM Packaging has launched EcoView, a plastic-free, windowed paper pack which uses a clear biodegradable film made from wood
Tim Hortons to trial fibre lids for hot beverages and replace single-use plastics with renewable materials
Tim Hortons is seeking to improve its packaging’s recyclability by trialling a fibre alternative to its single-use plastic
Fedrigoni releases luxury paper range with 50% recycled option for multi-industrial applications
Fedrigoni is launching a selection of white, off-white, and ivory uncoated papers and boards in a new swatch of
Wood and CuanTec join forces to establish separation facilities for extracting biopolymer from shellfish
Wood is collaborating with CuanTec to develop separation facilities capable of processing shellfish to extract the natural biopolymer chitin for
Ukrainian start-up Releaf Paper receives €2.5 million in EU funding to build pilot line for cellulose extraction
Ukrainian-based paper manufacturer Releaf Paper has been awarded a €2.5 million grant from the European Commission’s EIC
Holmen Iggesund and Yangi collaborate to find renewable packaging solutions for cosmetic products
Holmen Iggesund and Yangi have entered into a long-term agreement to produce biobased and renewable materials for use in
ALPLA Group makes second investment in Blue Ocean Closures for further production of bio-based lids and caps
Blue Ocean Closures has secured a second investment from co-owner ALPLA Group in the hopes of accelerating the development