All Flexibles articles
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ArticleAnnouncing the finalists of Packaging Europe’s Sustainability Awards 2026!
The Sustainability Awards 2026 are under way! Ten years on from the launch of the world’s most prestigious sustainable packaging competition, our expanded jury of 63 international experts has announced this year’s finalists in a new-and-improved range of categories.
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ArticleSiegwerk’s heat-seal lacquers help customers unlock recyclable flexibles
Siegwerk’s new heat-seal lacquer portfolio is designed to unlock consistent sealing, hot-tack performance and bond strength in fibre-based and selected flexible packaging applications.
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ArticleAberystwyth University develops seaweed-based biodegradable plastic for food packaging
A paper published by Aberystwyth University’s Institute of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences (IBERS) in the Algal Research journal has revealed that seaweed extracts can be turned into an alternative biodegradable plastic, suitable for future food packaging applications.
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ArticleAsahi Kasei reveals photosensitive film for panel-level packaging
Asahi Kasei has announced its new photosensitive film for panel-level packaging in the semiconductor industry, combining the features of its photosensitive polyimide (PSPI) and dry film photoresist (DFR).
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ArticleWhere flexible plastic recycling technologies are going – and what they still need
EFSA recently published Novel Technology Numbers (NTNs) for 24 developing technologies – including Nextek’s mechanical recycling and water-free cleaning processes, NEXTLOOPP and COtooCLEAN.
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ArticleSeaweed-based top film set to comply with PPWR’s fruit and veg plastic ban
noriware offers a seaweed-based top seal film for fruit and vegetable packaging, intended to help retailers align with the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation’s single-use plastic ban for fresh produce.
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ArticleRecyclable nonwoven pack designed to reflect softness of Drylock’s diapers
Korozo Group, Drylock Technologies, and Colruyt have jointly developed a recyclable, nonwoven packaging solution for diaper products, aiming for a tactile experience that reflects the product’s softness.
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ArticleDreco launches powder detergent in Mondi’s recyclable, 50% PCR packaging
Dreco has packaged its powder detergent in Mondi’s re/loop PillowBag, which contains 50% post-consumer recycled content and is recyclable in existing polyolefin streams.
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Sponsored ContentExploring the possibilities of transparent paper with Ahlstrom
Karl Axnäs, business development manager, Transparent Fiber Materials at Ahlstrom, dives deeper into the company’s transparent paper portfolio – ranging from food packaging and clothing bags to bouquet wraps and tape – in this edition of our ‘In Conversation With…’ series.
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ArticleCEOs petition EU Commission to postpone enforcement of PPWR
Yesterday, industry CEOs sent a letter urging the European Commission to postpone the enforcement of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation – to provide more time to respond to awaited clarifications on restrictions and definitions, including PFAS restrictions and plastic shrink wrap for multipacks.
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ArticleMono-PP high-barrier clip foil developed by RATTPACK for retort applications
RATTPACK’s murFLEX PP Clip Foil is a recyclable, multilayer high-barrier film made entirely from polypropylene, intended for retort applications such as flow packs, stand-up pouches, and lidding films.
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ArticleHenkel coats paper with new water-based barrier and heat seal coatings
Henkel Adhesive Technologies is adding water-based barrier and heat seal coatings to its paper coatings portfolio, intending to improve the functionality of paper-based packaging and facilitate design-for-recycling.
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ArticleEgg-sploring the Easter packaging landscape in 2026
With Easter fast approaching, Packaging Europe takes a look at the packaging landscape this holiday season, from recycled and recyclable formats to creative campaigns; and weighs up the challenges, including high prices and increased waste.
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ArticleIndustry reacts to new Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation guidance
The European Commission’s new guidance document sets out to clarify elements of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation, but what does the industry think? We consulted organizations and representatives to understand their views on the confirmed deadlines, rule exemptions and restrictions, logistical feasibilities, and remaining questions.
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ArticleWerner & Mertz presents recycled pouches and dosing system for cleaning sector
Werner & Mertz has introduced a recyclable stand-up pouch containing post-consumer household recyclate, alongside a recycled plastic dosing system with refill pouches, for its cleaning products in a bid to reduce plastic consumption, improve recyclability, and help users cut costs.
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ArticleConstantia Flexibles presents flexible packaging on thirty partners’ machinery
At interpack 2026, Constantia Flexibles will showcase its packaging materials – from mono-material polymers to aluminium die-cut lids – on equipment from thirty machine suppliers.
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ArticleTwo-layer lid concept from Constantia Flexibles to replace lids and straws
Constantia Flexibles’ patented lid concept, ComforLid, is designed to replace snap-on plastic lids and straws with a dual-layered, separable film and achieve a 43% reduction in CO2 impact.
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ArticleUnpacking Unilever’s Smart Series detergent pouches for auto-dose laundry
Unilever’s new Persil and Comfort Smart Series detergents are intended for auto-dose washing machines from Samsung. How does the product packaging fit into this growing market, and does it align with Unilever’s ongoing sustainability goals? Packaging Europe attended a media panel and spoke with Tati Lindenberg, chief marketing officer at Unilever Home Care, to learn more.
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ArticleIndustry associations call on European Commission to ‘cut red tape’ in EU Environmental Omnibus
German industry associations including the Federation of German Industries, GemPSI and WVMetalle have signed a statement urging the European Commission to use the Omnibus proposals as a chance to simplify PPWR legislation for industrial and commercial packaging.
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ArticleWhat does a new Netflix film say about the potential impacts of plastic exposure?
A new Netflix documentary, The Plastic Detox, explores a potential link between infertility and exposure to chemical additives in plastics – but is it a fair representation of the packaging industry? Packaging Europe watched the documentary to explore its claims, and consults the reactions of industry voices to understand its reception.