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ArticleA look at safety and compliance for biobased packaging materials
New innovations for biobased packaging materials are announced on an almost daily basis. However, there are many things to consider related to their categorization, compliance, and safety – especially when they are used for packaging foods and beverages.
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ArticleBorealis develops mono-material PP ice cream packaging made with bio-based feedstock
Borealis has partnered with PACCOR on mono-material polypropylene (PP) tubs and lids manufactured with certified renewable feedstock using a mass balance approach for the Froneri ice cream brand, Aino.
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ArticleOn Second Thoughts… Extreme breakthroughs: Does the winner really take it all?
Dr. Sigvald Harryson, Professor of Disruptive Innovation and Founder of iKNOW-WHO, tells us why, when it comes to progress in packaging innovation, the concept of ‘the winner takes it all’ no longer applies.
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ArticleGreatview launches aseptic carton with bio-based polymer coating from INEOS and UPM Biofuels
Greatview, INEOS and UPM Biofuels have collaborated on Greatview Planet aseptic cartons made from FSC-certified paperboard and laminated with polymers that incorporate tall oil-based bio-naphtha using a mass balance approach.
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ArticleEvonik and InnovationLab combine to offer Printed Electronics technology at scale
InnovationLab has announced it has acquired Evonik’s TAeTTOOz printable battery technology. The companies have been close partners in this field for many years and have jointly driven the technological development of TAeTTOOz to the present threshold of industrial-scale production.
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ArticleAdhesive melter re-design from Valco Melton offers enhanced energy efficiency
Valco Melton has launched the Kube, a re-design of its “iconic” melter with improved insulation for an optimised heating process and economic savings.
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ArticleHow can we make reusable packaging mainstream?
Over the past few years, Returnity has collaborated with Walmart, New Balance, and Estée Lauder to create tailored reusable packaging systems at scale. We caught up with the company’s CEO, Mike Newman, to talk about collaboration, LCAs, and what more can be done to normalise reusable packaging solutions.
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ArticleWalki introduces paper-based packaging portfolio for frozen food
Walki has developed a portfolio of paper-based packaging for frozen food applications, which are intended to be recyclable in existing paper streams.
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ArticleUPM Raflatac incorporates 'ocean bound plastic waste' into new label material
UPM Raflatac says that it has incorporated certified ocean-bound plastic waste into its new Ocean Action labels using a mass balance approach in collaboration with HHI, SABIC, and Taghleef Industries.
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ArticleNew report suggests supply chain resilience under more strain than ever as commodity prices and inflation soar
Achilles has placed supply chain resilience in its most at-risk category for the second quarter of 2022, citing ongoing logistical disruptions, supply shortages, and commodity price pressures as a result of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The organisation adds that there could be no end in sight for these challenges as the war in Ukraine appears set to continue.
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ArticleHeinz and Tesco collaborate on pots made from recycled soft plastics collected from stores
Heinz has joined forces with Plastic Energy, SABIC and Berry Global to produce Heinz Beanz Snap Pots made from 39% recycled soft plastic, collected from customers at Tesco’s in-store collection points.
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ArticleAnnouncing the Sustainability Awards 2022 finalists!
After weeks of careful deliberation, our expert jury has revealed the finalists of the 2022 Sustainability Awards. Click here to learn more about the innovations that will be competing for the top prizes.
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ArticleEconic and Changhua partner to develop CO2-based polyurethanes
Econic Technologies has announced a partnership with Changhua Chemical Technology Company with the goal of scaling the use of waste CO2 in polyurethane products.
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ArticleAPEAL reports 85.5% recycling rate for steel packaging in Europe
APEAL reports that the recycling rate for steel packaging in Europe reached 85.5% in 2020, marking an increase for the 10th consecutive year.
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ArticleNew research from Digimarc points to consumer demand for digital traceability solutions
New research from Digimarc Corporation has found that being able to verify the authenticity of a product is important to over 70% of consumers, with almost two-thirds saying that transparency into how and where a product is made is a key part of their purchasing decision. The research points to opportunities for brands to use traceability solutions like QR codes to build consumer confidence.
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ArticlePlastics, microplastics, bioplastics, and waste management - the deep reaching implications of the Circular Economy Action Plan
Disruption is on the horizon for the plastics value chain, with experts predicting that the EU’s new Circular Economy Action Plan could direct actions and business plans for the next decade. Following on from his previous article on this topic, Paul Foulkes-Arellano, founder of Circuthon Consulting, takes a closer look at the proposals and what they might mean for our industry.
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ArticleP&G launches shampoo bars with paper-based packaging for European haircare portfolio
P&G brands Head & Shoulders, Pantene, Herbal Essences, and Aussie will now offer shampoo and conditioner bars in a volume equivalent to two 250ml liquid bottles, which will be packaged in recyclable FSC-certified paper boxes.
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ArticleMondi unveils machine tailored to its paper pallet wrapping solution
Mondi has collaborated with EW Technology to develop a new machine that offers automatic or semi-automatic paper wrapping of pallets using the former’s Advantage Stretchwrap solution.