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ArticleSafe, efficient packing of delicate foods with ROVEMA’s SBS system
Packaging food products so that they’re protected from breakage and look attractive on the shelf can be tricky. In our latest Innovation Spotlight, we take a closer look at how delicate confectionery and baked goods can be packed vertically in a secure way with tailor-made packaging systems from ROVEMA.
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ArticleHow will the PET industry deliver its sustainability targets?
According to a report by Plastics Recyclers Europe, new data points to a growing PET recycling market and future opportunities for DRS – although discordant policy implementation and recycling capacity continue to challenge the industry’s circularity goals.
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ArticleCoveris develops recyclable rice packaging for Aldi
Aldi announces that its own-brand rice will be available in fully recyclable, monomaterial PE packaging developed by Coveris, with the rollout expected across January and February 2022.
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ArticleDanimer signs agreement for supply of Total Corbion polymer with recycled content
Danimer Scientific, Inc., and TotalEnergies Corbion are set to enter a long-term collaborative agreement for the supply of Luminy PLA, a bio-based polymer, to enhance the production of resins with blended PHA and PLA inputs.
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ArticleNew foam PP processor tray for fresh food introduced by Tekni-Plex
Tekni-Plex Consumer Products expands its product line with foam polypropylene (PP) processor trays for fresh food products such as meat, poultry, pork, fruits, and vegetables.
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ArticlePTG launches curbside recyclable cold chain shipper
Packaging Technology Group, Inc. (PTG) has announced the “cold chain industry’s first” extended-duration, curbside recyclable thermal shipper that maintains 2-8oC for 72 hours.
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ArticlePaboco joins 4evergreen Alliance
Paboco, the company behind the development of paper bottles for Procter & Gamble, Absolut, and The Coca-Cola Company, announced earlier this week that it is joining the 4evergreen Alliance aimed at improving the circularity of fibre-based packaging.
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ArticlePackaging Europe’s 2022 Sustainability Awards opens for submissions!
The most serious, rigorous and prestigious international competition for sustainability in packaging is back for another year.
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ArticleEsterform partners with Biffa to secure rPET supply
Esterform Packaging announces that it will use approximately 6,000 tonnes of recycled PET a year from Biffa’s recycling facilities, as part of its plans to expand the recycled content of its plastic bottles.
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ArticleNew research offers sugar-based polymers with adaptable properties
The University of Birmingham and Duke University have developed new polymers based on sugar alcohols, with researchers claiming that combining the polymers could allow for changes to degradability without altering the mechanical properties.
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ArticleRecyClass and EPBP partner on recyclability initiative for PET bottles
ReCyclass and the European PET Bottle Platform (EPBP) have today announced a collaboration intended to support actors across the value chain in transitioning to PET bottle production that maximises recyclability.
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ArticleWIPOTEC-OCS debuts all-in-one inspection unit
The All-in-One Inspection Unit from WIPOTEC-OCS combines X-ray for foreign objects detection and precision checkweighing in a single vision system that can also verify label placement, barcode legitimacy, film detection, and validation of expiration.
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ArticlePepsiCo Europe sets target to eliminate fossil-based plastic in crisps bags by 2030
PepsiCo has today announced that it is aiming to use 100% recycled or renewable plastic in all of its crisp packets by 2030, which will apply to brands including Walkers, Doritos, and Lay’s.
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ArticleAlbéa unveils two-in-one closure system for tubes
Albéa introduces EcoFusion Top, a two-in-one HDPE cap solution for tubes for personal care applications, which reportedly offers a “significant” weight reduction compared to standard tubes.
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ArticleDS Smith seeks SBTi approval for accelerated emissions reduction targets
DS Smith has today announced plans to reduce its green house gas (GHG) emissions by 46% by 2030 in a bid to be approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) as being in line with the 1.5oC target set at COP21
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ArticleOptimised FMCG packaging design – all in one place
We spoke with Robert Hughes, co-founder of SCALIZE, a software solution for project teams across the FMCG packaging design process that provides automated analysis of packaging dimensions to help reduce material costs and boost sustainability.
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ArticleEastman to invest $1 billion in ‘world’s largest’ molecular plastics recycling facility
Eastman has announced plans to invest up to $1 billion in a material-to-material molecular recycling facility in France expected to be operational in 2025, with companies including P&G and L’Oréal expressing intent to sign supply agreements.
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ArticlerPET prices reach ‘record high’ across Europe
According to ICIS, the prices of both colourless bottles and post-consumer flakes reached a “record high” for the European market this month due to the ongoing challenges of COVID-19 and supply chain tensions.
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Article‘Positive’ EA evaluation for Recyclass scheme ahead of accreditation
The RecyClass Conformity Assessment Scheme has received a positive evaluation by the European co-operation for Accreditation (EA), meaning it can now apply for accredited Recycled Plastics Traceability Certification.
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ArticleReport points to ‘emerging industry’ for seaweed-based bioplastics
An industry report published yesterday by Phyconomy suggests global interest in seaweed-based materials is growing, with investment doubling and a growing number of start-ups beginning to emerge.