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…
Amazon and Mondi have developed a paper-padded envelope with paper-based, shock-absorbent lining in an effort to eliminate plastic packaging components while protecting deliveries in transit.
The International Organization of Aluminum Aerosol Container Manufacturers (AEROBAL) reports that, in the first half of 2024, its members’ global deliveries rose by 4.4% to over 3.4 billion units – yet access to aluminium recyclate is still limited, and global economic tensions continue to pose…
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.
Welton, Bibby & Baron is converting Mondi’s thinnest barrier paper into premium bags for pre-packed fresh bread products; these bags are designed to be recycled at kerbside once emptied.
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.
When it comes to packaging design, why is it so important that brands take care when choosing their labels and sleeves – and what impact can the wrong choice have? Victoria Hattersley spoke with representatives from CCL label and DTM Print to find out.
PulPac and PA Consulting are now testing Dry Molded Fiber bottle caps via The Bottle Collective – aiming to help companies reduce their carbon footprints ‘significantly’ and meet consumer demand for environmentally conscious packaging.
We recently polled our audience with the question: How well does your company understand the data implications of the new PPWR? While it was positive to see that 28% understood them ‘thoroughly’, 32% understood them either ‘a little’ or ‘not at all’. And yet these demands are unavoidable, which…
In the latest edition of the Wider View, Elisabeth Skoda discusses the challenges and opportunities when it comes to packaging demanding products in both plastics and paper with ROVEMA, and looks at trends and solutions in the sector.
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.
Fibrous side streams from Metsä Board’s mills will be used as a raw material to produce bedding for farm animals – then spread on arable land to increase the soil’s carbon stock – in a new collaboration with Soilfood.
