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ArticleGerman Federal Government backs registration exemptions for EU SMEs
The German Federal Ministry for the Environment has developed an amendment proposal to relieve the burden on small retailers shipping goods to EU countries under the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation.
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ArticlePET beverage can with EcoFloat sleeve revealed by ALPLA and CCL Label
ALPLA and CCL Label have developed a stackable, recyclable PET beverage can with a full-body shrink sleeve – designed to be a ‘quickly scalable’ alternative to aluminium cans.
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ArticleFrance drops mandatory bottle deposit system in favour of voluntary schemes
France has decided against a mandatory deposit system for plastic bottles and recommends that towns and cities set up voluntary schemes, Reuters reports.
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ArticleStudy finds European consumers actively separate packaging components for recycling
A study conducted by Smurfit Westrock Bag-in-Box across Belgium, France, Germany and Sweden found that consumers across Europe are actively separating Bag-in-Box packaging components for recycling, helping to ensure the materials can be directed into the appropriate recycling streams.
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ArticleIndorama Ventures and Rebhan reveal ‘glass-like’ PET cosmetics packaging
Indorama Ventures and Rebhan have partnered to develop ‘glass-like’ PET bottles for the beauty and personal care market, aiming to combine luxury aesthetics with enhanced recyclability.
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ArticleCoveris develops mono-material sleeve with 30% less material for Dr Beckmann
Coveris has unveiled its mono-material sleeve solution developed for Dr Beckmann, said to use around 30% less material than conventional shrink sleeves and help address current and evolving regulatory requirements.
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ArticleExchange for Change reveals intended producer fees for UK DRS
The Exchange for Change organisation delivering the UK’s Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) has announced the intended producer fees for the scheme, due to launch in October 2027.
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ArticleCellulose tray designed for use in air fryer is used to pack frozen chicken
Copacol has packaged seasoned chicken cuts in a cellulose tray that can be placed directly in the air fryer – targeting convenience, recyclability, and biodegradability.
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Article‘Flushable’ biobased packaging for household cleaning revealed by SmartSolve
SmartSolve has launched PureNil 0 – a biobased, printable and ‘flushable’ pouching material for single-dose household cleaning products, designed to disperse in water.
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ArticleKelpi’s seaweed-based coating approved for food contact by US FDA
UK company Kelpi has announced that its seaweed-based biomaterial coating has been cleared for food contact by the US Food and Drug Administration, allowing it to be used on paper and board food packaging sold in the US.
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ArticleRubbermaid’s food containers use copolyester with up to 50% recycled content
Rubbermaid has expanded its lineup of food storage and pantry containers to offer products made with Eastman’s Tritan Renew copolyester, which contains up to 50% certified recycled content.
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ArticleAmcor and Tiptree partner on 30% PCR shrink films and pallet wrap
Amcor has collaborated with jams and preserves brand Tiptree to deliver certified 30% post-consumer recycled (PCR) films for Tiptree’s shrink films and pallet stretch wrap, aiming to help the brand prepare for upcoming UK Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) changes while maintaining logistics packaging performance.
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ArticleDemeter Bio develops bio-based, non-toxic PFAS replacement coating
London-based company Demeter Bio has revealed a non-toxic coating designed to replace PFAS in textiles and packaging using biomaterials, suitable for applications such as clothing, upholstery, hygiene and packaging.
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ArticleStrategic partnership to recycle PET bottles into preforms in Thailand
Indorama Ventures is entering a strategic partnership with Suntory Holdings, Suntory PepsiCo Beverage, and Iwatani Corporation to recycle PET bottles into preforms at commercial scale in Thailand.
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ArticleEU Commission misses deadline to harmonize PPWR’s labelling requirements
The European Commission has missed its self-imposed deadline to harmonize the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation’s labelling requirements for recycled content, reusable packaging, and consumer sorting via implementing acts – potentially resulting in a time crunch for businesses to comply.
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ArticleSyntegon reveals pilot-scale tablet coater for variable batch sizes
Syntegon has expanded its Oral Solid Dosage (OSD) processing range with the Sepion 75, a pilot-scale tablet coater designed to support manufacturers and CDMOs in handling growing product diversity, smaller and more variable batch sizes, and stricter containment requirements for highly potent active ingredients.
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ArticleZerocircle introduces heat-sealable coating made from natural polymers
Zerocircle has unveiled its heat-sealable hydrophobic coating for paper cups made from natural polymers, said to provide water and grease resistance for hot beverages without a polyethylene lining or PFAS treatment.
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ArticleEU Commission opens call for evidence about PPWR’s recycled content targets
The European Commission has published a call for evidence surrounding minimum recycled content quotas under the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation, from calculation and verification to utilizing imported recyclate.
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ArticleHow to prepare your business for PPWR compliance
If PPWR hasn’t been high on your company’s agenda until now, where is the best place to start? Alex Hawley, head of sustainability legal at PwC UK, outlines the important steps companies should take now to ensure they are compliant with the new requirements.
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ArticleWhere are we in the flexible plastic-to-paper transition?
How are the biggest names in our industry driving the transition from flexible plastics into paper-based alternatives? Reflecting on the findings of its recent report, the Ellen MacArthur Foundation highlights the progress towards improved recyclability for flexible formats, and the challenges that remain.