The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) will unveil PackUK, a key initiative for the implementation of Extended Producer Responsibility (pEPR), at Packaging Innovations & Empack 2025.
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) will unveil PackUK, a key initiative for the implementation of Extended Producer Responsibility (pEPR), at Packaging Innovations & Empack 2025.
CCL Label will be exhibiting at Paris Packaging Week in France from January 28-29 for the first time. The focus will be on labels and sleeves that combine premiumization and sustainability – two megatrends in the packaging industry.
New Priplak R30 from Antalis has a 30% post-industrial waste content, further strengthening its environmental credentials.
Global specialty chemicals innovator Perstorp, a wholly-owned subsidiary of PETRONAS Chemicals Group Berhad (PCG), will serve growing specialty fluids markets from new site in Amsterdam.
ELIX Polymers, global leader in the manufacture of thermoplastics, has renewed its EcoVadis certification with an outstanding gold rating. This recognition not only underlines the company's continuous commitment to sustainability, but also positions it strategically for the future in a market that is increasingly conscious of environmental and social responsibility.
The number of new bioplastic firms that have appeared on the market in recent years is significant. They are promising to revolutionise the industry with their bio-developed polymer platforms, claiming sustainable, renewable resources – the answer to the World’s plastic problem. It all sounds so easy, and ‘bio’ certainly has cache with investors and appears to be gaining traction with the end user. However, in truth, bio plastics are at the beginning of a very long and, often, frustrating journey.
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Packaging coatings are a vital element of the packaging industry. Beyond their functional role in protecting contents from external factors like moisture, light, and oxygen, coatings also play a key role in the visual and tactile appeal of packaging. From soft-touch finishes to striking metallic effects, these coatings can transform ordinary packaging into memorable brand statements.
Reflecting on a successful 2024 for ACTEGA, the year was filled with opportunities, even amid supply chain disruptions and rising costs in the industry. ACTEGA, manufacturer of specialty coatings, inks, adhesives, sealants and compounds for the print and packaging industry, not only weathered these complexities but thrived.
Corby-based Herald Quality Disposables is bringing its vast experience in disposable products and extensive array of solutions for the catering and janitorial markets to Packaging Innovations & Empack 2025, taking place 12 & 13 February at the NEC, Birmingham.
German manufacturers of machinery for processing of meat and alternative proteins could not record renewed growth in 2024 after a ten-year upward trend. They are optimistic about IFFA 2025, which will take place in Frankfurt from 3 to 8 May 2025, and expect significant impetus from the world's leading trade fair.
Every year, the SAVE FOOD project competition honours exemplary projects. This year, the award and the funding amount of 10,000 euros are going to Nigeria, where a combination of modern technology, transport packaging, education programmes and direct market access has significantly reduced post-harvest losses.
Alleima will supply Preem with heat exchanger tubes to be used in the conversion of the Lysekil refinery from fossil to renewable fuels. The investment is an important part of Sweden's green energy transition and will make Preem the largest producer of renewable jet fuel in northern Europe.
The new year has started off well for Marbach, the globally operating tool manufacturer. For the second time, the company has been awarded the prestigious EcoVadis Silver Medal for its outstanding sustainability performance. This puts Marbach in the top 15% of the most sustainable companies in all of the industries worldwide that underwent EcoVadis' rigorous assessment last year.
UFlex, India’s largest multinational flexible packaging and solutions company, has partnered with the Indian Institute of Packaging (IIP) Delhi to promote recycling, circular economy, and sustainability. As part of this collaboration, UFlex has set up the Ideation Zone on the IIP campus, which will serve as an interactive space for students, professionals, and the public to learn about sustainable practices.
Archroma Packaging Technologies is proud to announce that they have joined North Carolina State's College of Natural resources research consortium, the Sustainable and Alternative Fibers Initiative (SAFI) which aims to study, develop and promote the utilization of alternative fibers for packaging, hygiene, textiles and other products. Archroma Packaging Technologies is the latest to join the more than 20 global entities who have partnered with SAFI across the fiber, packaging, tissue, and textile markets.
Mondi is partnering with Dobis to enhance the efficiency of producing sustainable paper shopping bags for the fashion, fast food, and retail sectors.
Dobis is leveraging Mondi's expertise in paper grades and recycled content to optimise quality and reduce weight.
The collaboration has resulted in reduced material consumption, improved print quality for Dobis, while maintaining high standards of strength.
Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant announces successful launch of Beauty ColLABoration House near Los Angeles, opened on December 10th, dedicated to co-creating innovative cosmetic formulations with customers
True circular economy: yoghurt cup to yoghurt cup. No downcycling.
The number of organic labels in the food industry is increasing. Ecovia Intelligence sees most developments in North America where new organic schemes are gaining popularity. The trend raises questions about the future direction of organic labelling.
• Sustainable, mineral-oil-free gold and silver offset printing inks
• Comply with new French regulation
• Maximum brilliance even at high printing speeds