All Collaboration articles – Page 7
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ArticleUniversity researchers develop potential PFAS alternative for food packaging
Northwestern University researchers have developed a new water and oil-resistant material that could potentially become a safe, viable replacement for harmful plastics and toxic per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in food packaging.
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ArticleCARBIOS signs biorecycled PET contracts with L’ORÉAL and L’Occitane en Provence
CARBIOS has announced the signing of its first multi-year offtake contracts with L’Oréal and L’Occitane en Provence for biorecycled r-PET from its future commercial plant in Longlaville, France.
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ArticleProAmpac teams up with ScottsMiracle-Gro on kerbside recyclable gardening packaging
ProAmpac partnered with ScottsMiracle-Gro to develop kerbside recyclable packaging for O.M. Scott & Sons’ grass seed, clover seed and grass food products, featuring ProAmpac’s PRO-EVO Recyclable SOS Bags.
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ArticleMondi and Zarelo fire up paper-based solution for barbecue starters
Mondi and Zarelo have partnered to introduce a recyclable paper-based packaging solution for fire starters used in fireplaces and barbecues, designed to deliver strength and durability while protecting the fire starters from moisture during storage and transport.
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ArticleKapag and Sappi develop recyclable mono-material solution for food products
Kapag has combined its lamination process with Sappi’s paperboard (or topliner) and barrier paper to deliver a recyclable mono-material solution for food products, designed to eliminate the need for plastic-based alternatives.
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ArticleTetra Pak co-founds coalition for food manufacturing technology progress
Tetra Pak, Krones, Alfa Laval, and SPX FLOW have formed Food Manufacturing Technologies Europe – a coalition intended to lower the sector’s environmental impact, amplify its voice in policymaking, and bolster its resilience and competitiveness.
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ArticleL’Oréal aims to shape consumer recycling habits with new initiative
L’Oréal has launched a new initiative that aims to explain to consumers in simple terms how to sort and recycle cosmetic packaging.
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ArticleXampla’s nutrient microcapsules pass testing in simulated digestive system
Peer-reviewed research now suggests that Xampla’s microscopic natural polymer capsules protect fat-soluble active ingredients through the transit, storage, and simulated digestion of food and drinks to be released in human intestines.
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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.