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…
On Thursday, McDonald’s announced a programme the company says aims to remove and minimise plastic and improve recyclability in packaging across Europe.
UFlex Limited has launched a packaging solution called ‘Asepto Eye’, a ripple concave lens and single lens technology that gives 3-D effects on aseptic packs.
The International Organisation of Aluminium Aerosol Container Manufacturers (AEROBAL) organised its competition for the world’s most innovative aluminium aerosol cans once again this year.
What demands does the packing of sweets and snacks have to satisfy in the year 2020 and beyond? ProSweets Cologne, which is being staged from 2 to 5 February 2020, aims to provide answers to these questions.
The winners of the German Packaging Award 2019 have been chosen. 34 innovations and the best solutions from Germany, Switzerland, Spain and Sweden came out on top.
A meringue maker says it has become the first company in the confectionery sector to move into plastic-free packaging and announces a new product, Meringue Bites.
The new Glenfiddich bottle has been designed to emphasise the brand’s special provenance and unique heritage, taking cues from its origins in the Valley of the Deer.
Aptar Food + Beverage has launched a new bi-textured and bi-colored closure solution for the European food market for the new ‘Eurojar’ from McCormick & Company, a producer of spices, seasoning mixes, condiments and other products.
H.B. Fuller has announced the forthcoming launch of its new Fulltak™ SE 8116, a water-based acrylic adhesive that offers non-water whitening performance for the no-label look.
Sean Riley, senior director, media and industry communications, PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, explores the evolution of digital printing and explains why it is poised to "pop".
Consumers today value creative packaging design. Particularly in the world of the cosmetics industry and in food packaging, not only optical characteristics but also haptic and functional properties play a big role - packaging for all the senses.
