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ArticleDelfort introduces cold-sealable barrier paper for temperature-sensitive foods
Delfort has announced its new heat and cold-sealable barrier paper designed to protect foods such as ice cream, chocolates and sweets and provide an alternative to traditional materials.
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ArticleFINAT explores AI opportunities and challenges for label industry
FINAT has revealed the key points from its session on the opportunities and challenges AI poses to the label industry, held at the FINAT European Label Forum 2024 and aiming to explore AI’s role in driving innovation, improving operational efficiencies and maintaining competitive advantage.
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ArticleRecyclable paper thermal pallet covers protect temperature-sensitive products
In response to plastic waste concerns in the logistics sector, 2nd Level Global Solutions has developed Solaris – a range of 100% paper-based, completely recyclable, and water-resistant thermal pallet covers that protect palletized goods against temperature fluctuations in transit.
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ArticleHow can we make online marketplaces more sustainable?
On the heels of our previous investigation into fast-fashion packaging, we turn our attention to online marketplaces. What is the outlook on sustainable packaging in consumer-to-consumer sales, and can it ever be fully enforced? If so, who is responsible – the sellers or the platforms? We ask all these questions in this edition of the Brief.
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ArticleRevised guideline aims to improve chemical industry’s emissions management
Together for Sustainability has updated its ‘drop-in’ Product Carbon Footprint Guideline to help the chemical industry smoothly calculate its Scope 3 emissions and further align with global sustainability frameworks.
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ArticleBurgopak designs packaging for blood and microbiome test kits
OptimallyMe has partnered with packaging design studio Burgopak to create multi-component packaging for its at-home blood and microbiome test kits which includes instructions, a container for the sample return and a pre-paid shipping label.
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ArticleDeposits set to increase for PET and aluminium beverage packaging in Sweden
Swedish DRS company Returpack plans to increase deposits on aluminium cans and small and large PET bottles, aiming to make it more attractive for consumers to sort materials properly to benefit the climate and environment.
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ArticleFive paper packaging predictions for 2025
A quarter of a century into the new Millennium, what does 2025 have in store for the paper packaging industry? According to Neil Osment, MD of packaging market research company NOA, it all comes down to the five ‘Ps’.
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ArticleSainsbury’s repacks avocados in recyclable paper with bamboo netting
Sainsbury’s plans to save 20.2 million pieces of plastic every year by introducing kerbside recyclable paper packaging with bamboo netting across its own-brand avocado twin packs.
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ArticleWorldStar 2025 winners announced by the World Packaging Organisation
The World Packaging Organisation has announced the winners of the WorldStar Global Packaging Awards 2025, noting a record figure of 260 winners this year.
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ArticleBall Corporation and Meadow to produce 100% recycled aluminium cans for home and personal care
Ball Corporation has announced a minority investment in Sweden-based technology company Meadow to support the production of 100% recyclable aluminium cans as pre-filled cartridges for personal and home care products.
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ArticleDomino introduces electric pallet labelling solution
Domino has announced the launch of its new Mx350i-eP electric pallet labeller, designed for improved efficiency and said to require up to 40% less energy and up to 50% less factory air than previous generation pallet labellers.
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ArticleInvestigation calculates €2 trillion cost of cleaning all PFAS in Europe
Findings from the Forever Lobbying Project suggest that cleaning all the PFAS contamination in Europe would cost upwards of €2 trillion over a twenty-year period, the accumulation of a €100 billion annual toll.
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ArticleCopper-infused masterbatch to prevent food spoilage and extend shelf life
Copperprotek has developed a copper-infused masterbatch for the inner layer of food packaging, said to help preserve products and reduce waste using copper’s natural antimicrobial properties.
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ArticleStudio Unbound reveals new design for Spanish nut milk packaging
UK branding company Studio Unbound has unveiled its new design for Spanish nut milk brand Danu, aiming for a ‘less is more’ approach.
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Article‘Fully biodegradable’ corn starch material seeks to replace traditional plastics
Corn Next has officially launched CornNext-17 - its bio-based material designed to replace traditional plastics and support global sustainability initiatives – accompanied by its CornNext-17 White Paper report.
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ArticleFedrigoni supplies resistant, embossed, recycled wet-glue labels for premium products
Intended for use in the gourmet food, beverage, and wine and spirits industries, Fedrigoni’s new Wet-Glue Collection includes wet-strength papers made from virgin, alternative, and recycled fibres – complete with high barrier properties, printability, and visual impact.
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ArticleAntalis provides 30% post-industrial recycled PP for packaging and POS displays
Antalis has unveiled Priplak R30, a white and coloured polypropylene range containing 30% post-industrial recycled content – intended for use in packaging, labels, point-of-sale displays, and more.