All Collaboration articles – Page 19
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ArticlePellenc ST and Polytag partner on UV tracking technology for material recycling
Pellenc ST and Polytag have joined forces to combine advanced sorting technology with invisible UV watermark based tracking, aiming to improve material recovery and traceability throughout the recycling process.
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ArticleFreshr’s antimicrobial, recyclable, compostable fish films receive funding
Freshr has completed an oversubscribed seed funding round for its proprietary antimicrobial coating for recycled, recyclable, and compostable fresh fish packaging – a solution designed to extend shelf life, reduce waste, and save money.
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ArticleConstantia Flexibles develops ‘recyclable-ready’ mono PP solution for coffee packaging
Constantia Flexibles has implemented its mono PP laminate EcoVerHighPlus into a soft bag for coffee packaging in partnership with Delica, part of Migros Industrie – a Swiss producer of chocolate, snacks, cooking products and coffee.
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ArticleGreiner Packaging and Constantia Flexibles collaborate on home compostable coffee capsule solution
Greiner Packaging has partnered with Constantia Flexibles to produce a home compostable coffee capsule solution, which recently won in the WorldStar Packaging Awards 2025. We spoke to Taner Ertan, Global Business Development manager at Greiner Packaging, to find out more.
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ArticleHenkel and Synthomer cut 20% of carbon emissions from hot melt adhesives
Henkel will incorporate Synthomer’s CLIMA resins into its TECHNOMELT hot melt adhesive portfolio in a strategic partnership and supply agreement, hoping to lower carbon emissions by at least 20% while maintaining product quality.
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ArticleRecyclable, ovenable and microwave-safe paper tray trialled at M&S
Marks & Spencer is trialling a recyclable paper fibre tray for the M&S Fiery Chicken Tikka Masala product, suitable for both ovens and microwaves.
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ArticleElopak targets reduced GHG emissions with new paperboard
Elopak has launched a new paperboard for fresh liquids in chilled distribution chains, said to have a carbon footprint reduction of up to 14% compared to cartons made with standard board.
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ArticleChemco and Kandoi launch joint venture for rPET based FIBC bag manufacturing facilities
Indian companies Chemco Group and Kandoi Group have announced a strategic joint venture to build two manufacturing facilities for producing FIBC (Flexible Intermediate Bulk Container) bags from recycled PET (rPET).
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ArticleAutomated rPET vial line unveiled by Greiner Packaging and Orthomol
Greiner Packaging and Orthomol have launched a fully automated production line to package nutritional supplements vials containing recycled PET, claiming to bolster both product quality and production capacity.
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ArticleAIMPLAS reveals accelerated biodegradation test for plastic materials
AIMPLAS says it has developed a method for assessing the biodegradability of plastic materials ‘three times faster’ than conventional testing methods, hoping to allow companies to streamline decision making when developing compostable materials.
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ArticlePoultry waste and sugar byproducts converted into bioplastic food packaging
Aiming to replace fossil-based polymers in food packaging, the European ViSS project is converting poultry waste and sugar byproducts into the biopolymer PHB – but highlights logistical and financial roadblocks in the process.
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ArticlePacksize pursues ‘one-stop shop’ portfolio with global packaging partnerships
Packsize is partnering with Sitma and Paccurate to implement automated bagging systems and right-sizing software into its global operations, aiming to complete its packaging portfolio and become a ‘one-stop shop’ for every requirement.
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ArticleDeliveroo and GAIL’s team up with Sheffield Hallam University to develop ‘sustainable’ hot cup
Deliveroo and GAIL’s bakery have joined forces with Sheffield Hallam University for Deliveroo’s Sustainable Packaging Challenge, where students will attempt to develop a sustainable cup for transporting hot drinks between a GAIL’s bakery and its customers.
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ArticleGrant programme to bolster compostable packaging infrastructure in the U.S.
Closed Loop Partners’ Composting Consortium, the US Composting Council, and the Biodegradable Products Institute are launching a grant programme to help composters and municipalities process certified compostable packaging by installing new equipment, conducting trials, and educating consumers.
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ArticleAlliance established to tackle single-use packaging waste in Himalaya
Following the Zero Waste Himalaya Network Meet in April 2025, multiple organisations and NGOs have created the Zero Waste Himalaya Alliance to tackle the reported 80% of plastic waste from single-use food and beverage packaging in the region.
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ArticleSC Johnson launches first soap refill machine in North America
SC Johnson has launched its first refill machine in North America at Canadian pharmacy and retailer London Drugs, allowing customers to refill reusable product bottles with hand or dish soap by brands including method and Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day.
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ArticleKHS and Husky unveil ‘30% lighter’ PET bottle
KHS and Husky have launched one of the world’s lightest PET bottles that uses just 5.89 grams of material to hold 591 millilitres of liquid.
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ArticleMetsä Group and Amcor partner on moulded fibre food packaging solutions
Metsä Group has combined its Muoto moulded fibre-based packaging solution with Amcor’s film liners, aiming to create laminated bio-based trays for food packaging applications including modified atmosphere packaging (MAP).
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ArticleRecyclable vacuum bags developed by Niederwieser Group, Dow and Kuraray
Niederwieser Group, Dow and Kuraray have joined forces to create recyclable vacuum bags for the food industry, aiming to meet the upcoming PPWR requirements, ensure legal compliance and reduce environmental impact.
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ArticleSoft drinks sector receives dedicated LCA tool from UNESDA and Pilario
UNESDA Soft Drinks Europe and Pilario have tailored an online life cycle assessment tool to the soft drinks industry, allowing users to evaluate their products’ environmental impacts against industry standards and report their results.