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ArticleThe Body Shop launches ‘Return, Recycle and Repeat’ scheme across 225 stores
In partnership with MyGroup and Scan2Recycle, The Body Shop has launched a scheme that processes and recycles ‘hard-to-recycle’ cosmetics packaging – products that aren’t accepted via kerbside services.
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ArticlePerformance, aesthetics and circularity? It’s all in the blend
James Cropper’s Richard Burnett argues that the expert blending of upcycled and virgin fibre could be the key to connecting the three cornerstones of modern papermaking.
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ArticleDS Smith and DOM-TITAN to eliminate 1.7 tonnes of styrofoam per year with new pack
DS Smith has joined forces with a Slovenian provider of security solutions, DOM-TITAN, to develop a recyclable, protective cardboard pack that replaces a previous version made from styrofoam.
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ArticleFinalist Interview: Mibelle Group’s plastic made from CO2
Next up in our series of Sustainability Awards finalist interviews is Mibelle Group with its PET bottles that are made from 30% CO2 - a finalist in the Pre-Commercialized Innovation category.
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ArticlePaper-based alternative to polystyrene packaging released by Kite
Kite Packaging has unveiled a paper-based, recyclable chilled packaging solution that is 69% recycled and FSC approved.
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ArticleAmpacet debuts masterbatch range inspired by smoothies
Ampacet is introducing the Smoothies Collection, a new range of masterbatches reflecting the natural components of six fruits in robust colour pathways that have recently dominated fashion runways.
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ArticleDixons Carphone launches in-store EPS recycling scheme
Dixons Carphone, the business behind Currys PC World, has launched a free recycling scheme that enables customers to return expanded polystyrene (EPS) packaging to stores for recycling.
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ArticleAre businesses ready for the Plastic Packaging Tax?
With less than a year to go until the Plastic Packaging Tax is introduced in the UK, a study by Veolia reports that 83% of businesses asked were not aware of the tax.
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ArticleCoca-Cola HBC rolls out paper-based carton solution to larger multipacks
In partnership with Graphic Packaging International, Coca-Cola HBC’s larger multipacks are now available in a new fully enclosed, paper-based carton, which replaces previously-used shrink wrap.
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ArticleUFLEX unveils a host of ‘breakthrough’ products and solutions
At the end of Q2 2021, UFLEX announced a host of noteworthy products and solutions across its various businesses, including a new mono-material pack for a global premium chocolate brand and a paper-based pharma solution for Procter and Gamble
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ArticleVote in our Readers’ Award 2021!
The nomination period for Packaging Europe’s 2021 Readers’ Award has ended, now it’s time for you to select the winner!
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ArticleSamsung pledges to eliminate all single-use plastics in mobile packaging by 2025
As part of its new ‘Galaxy for the Planet’ sustainability commitments, Samsung has set out its plans to eliminate single-use plastics from its product packaging.
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ArticleKellogg's to roll out accessible cereal boxes
Following a successful trial, Kellogg's is permanently implementing a new "world-first" technology that enables consumers with sight loss to playback on-pack information via a smartphone.
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ArticleHuhtamaki acquires flexible packaging specialist Elif for €412m
Huhtamaki has entered into an agreement to acquire Elif, a major supplier of flexible packaging, for €412m.
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ArticleDS Smith exploring plans for seaweed paper and packaging
As part of its €117m sustainability-focused R&D program, DS Smith is exploring how seaweed fibres can be used as a raw material in paper and packaging products.
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ArticleGousto and DPD pioneer scheme to tackle food waste in supply chain
In a bid to combat food waste, recipe box company Gousto is partnering with DPD to facilitate the rerouting of any failed box deliveries to a food distribution charity, FareShare.
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ArticleA brand owner’s view on packaging trends in the food delivery space
It's no secret that the food delivery sector is growing at a rapid rate. In light of this, what sustainability, logistical, and cost factors does the packaging industry need to be aware of?
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ArticleSappi and ISBC bring together digital and paper sectors
ISBC and Sappi have collaborated to present an innovative new smart paper with embedded RFID chips. The chips are embedded into the paper sheets causing no effect over the paper surface – it remains flat and smooth.
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ArticleDS Smith invests in robot workforce at UK’s largest paper mill
With the aim of increasing sustainability and efficiency, DS Smith has replaced forklifts at one of its plants in the UK with automated guided vehicles (AGVs).
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ArticleWIPOTEC to introduce ‘next-generation’ modular weighing system at PACK EXPO
WIPOTEC Weighing Technology will introduce the next generation of its Modular Multilane System at PACK EXPO in Las Vegas this September.