Sustainability
News and analysis on sustainable packaging innovations and technologies that are improving recyclability, reducing waste, lowering carbon emissions and more.
The Packaging Equilibrium
Eric Hiser, vice president of ISTA, the International Safe Transit Association, talks about finding the right balance in packaging. Huge
Innovation arises from shared passion for compostable packaging
Bio4pack and TIPA, already established partners in the Netherlands, were exactly what organic grains company, De Halm, was looking for.
Stora Enso Launches Bio-based Lignin as Renewable Replacement for Oil-based Phenolic Materials
The launch of LineoTM by Stora Enso is another important step on the way to replacing fossil-based materials with
UPM Raflatac Expands Lite Range of Ecodesigned Labeling Solutions
UPM Raflatac has expanded its PP Lite range of labeling solutions for the European market with the introduction of a
Making Plant Pots Suitable for Kerbside Recycling
Aeroplas have long believed that their plant pot range should be included with kerbside collections. While 76% of Local Authorities
EuPC and Unionplast present "A Circular Future with Plastics"
Milan, on the 24th and 25th May 2018, will gather major representatives of the European plastics converting industry, to witness
Luxus Polymer Analysis Service Tests for 'End-of-Life Recyclability
Technical compounder Luxus, has launched a rapid coloured polymer analysis service that tests for ‘end-of-life’ recyclability. It enables
RPC bpi protec Launches Sustainable Stand-up Pouch Solution
RPC bpi protec has developed an innovative stand-up non-laminate bag as a cost-effective and environmentally-sustainable alternative
Beck Automation: Biocompatible PLA Meets In-Mold Labelling
Fresh coffee straight out of a coffee capsule has been one of the most popular ways to make a good
White paper: Performance of aluminium based materials related to the structure
Dr. Erwin Pasbrig (GM Development and Technology ACG films & foils) looks at the influence of aluminium thickness on CFF
UPM Raflatac Launches New White Plant-based PE Film for Home and Personal Care Applications
UPM Raflatac is extending its range of film face materials for the European market with a new white plant-based
Manifesto: ‘Packaging must lead way to a more integrated approach’
The packaging sector should be on the front foot about challenges the industry faces and the impact packaging has – argues