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ArticleFedrigoni aims to accelerate plastic-to-fibre transition with Papkot investment
The Fedrigoni Group – a manufacturer of specialty papers, labels and RFID - has acquired a minority stake in start-up Papkot, which has apparently developed a large-scale paper coating technology with the same properties as plastic.
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ArticleHuhtamaki launches recyclable single coated cups for dairy products
Huhtamaki has introduced recyclable single coated paper cups designed for yogurt and other dairy products, said to contain less than 10% plastic content and be fully recyclable in Europe.
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ArticleExxonMobil, Kuraray, and Alico pack meat in PET- and PVDC-free shrink bags
ExxonMobil, Alico, and Kuraray have collectively designed a high-performance shrink barrier bag to protect fresh meats against oxygen and humidity without relying on PET or PVDC.
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ArticleHERMA releases multi-layer variant for label adhesive
HERMA has announced that it has switched its 63S adhesive from single to multi-layer technology, said to have high cohesion and be suitable for use in industries such as automotives, food and electronics.
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ArticleWhat does the packaging industry think of the Clean Industrial Deal?
As the European Commission announces its Clean Industrial Deal, packaging industry players praise its implications for recycling infrastructure, European preference criteria, and harmonized regulations – yet they warn against preferential funding in the clean tech transition, failing to address regulatory loopholes, and overlooking the role of reuse in optimizing raw materials.
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ArticleAmcor and Berry Global merger ‘overwhelmingly’ approved by shareholders
Amcor and Berry Global have revealed that at their respective meetings, shareholders of both companies ‘overwhelmingly voted’ to approve the combination - originally announced in November 2024 - and satisfied the shareholder vote condition.
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ArticleTetra Pak brings certified recycled polymer packs to food and drink in India
Tetra Pak claims to be the first company in India’s food and beverage packaging industry to offer its packaging materials with ISCC PLUS certified recycled polymers, aligning with incoming national legislation around plastic waste management.
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ArticleBerry Global and Mars partner on 100% recycled plastic pantry jars
Berry Global has collaborated with Mars to transition its pantry jars for M&M’s, Skittles and Starburst brands to 100% recycled plastic packaging (excluding jar lids).
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ArticleDutch Government considers lifting single-use plastic packaging surcharge
Apparently, a majority of the Netherlands’ House of Representatives (Tweede Kamer der Staten-Generaal) wants to lift the national surcharge on single-use plastic packaging, claiming it benefits businesses more than the planet and has not led to a decrease in plastic waste.
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ArticleMarks & Spencer trials paper packaging for chocolate bars
Marks & Spencer (M&S) has announced it will be trialling paper packaging for chocolate bars, transitioning its Vanilla Fudge Bar to paper packaging designed to be more easily recycled at kerbside and on the go.
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ArticleMondi helps the UN fight hunger with fibre-based packs for food supplies
Having extended its partnership with the UN World Food Programme, Mondi plans to drive a transition into fibre-based packaging materials and address packaging-related food loss while feeding people in crisis.
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ArticleAvient unveils oxygen scavenging additive to extend shelf life of PET bottles
Avient Corporation has created an oxygen scavenging additive that claims to extend the shelf life of products packed in PET and rPET bottles without impacting their recyclability.
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ArticleTosca’s ‘wood-look’ reusable crates deliver and display fresh food at Megamark
Megamark has adopted Tosca’s reusable crates to transport, distribute, and display fresh products at point-of-sale, expecting to improve logistics while lowering operational costs and environmental impact.
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ArticlePilot to close loop on Kewpie salad dressing caps via chemical recycling
Kewpie Corporation will pilot recycled salad dressing caps in a partnership with Refinverse, Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, Toyo Seikan Group Holdings, Kasumi Co., and the city of Kashima – reportedly conducting the first project in Japan to derive resin from recycled plastics converted into oil via supercritical water.
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ArticleNBCo initiative aims to accelerate shift from single-use plastic to fibre bottles
NBCo has launched the Fast Forward 50 initiative, aiming to help brands transition from single-use plastic to fibre bottles and provide a ‘viable, high-performance alternative’ to plastic.
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ArticleKoehler Paper and Astrabio collaborate on flexible paper packaging for pasta
In partnership with Italian pasta company Astrabio (Iris Bio), Koehler Paper’s flexible packaging paper, said to be heat-sealable and maximize shelf life, has been utilized for pasta packs.
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ArticleActive packaging solution said to reduce mercury content in canned tuna
Researchers from Chalmers University of Technology have packaged canned tuna infused in the water-based solution of amino acid cysteine, said to remove up to 35% of the accumulated mercury.
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ArticleTIPA aims for improved functionality with home compostable film
TIPA has launched a home compostable high-barrier film for laminated savoury snack and crisp packaging, aiming to offer enhanced functionality and durability.
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ArticlePPWR implementation for fresh produce supply chain discussed at Fruit Logistica
At this year’s Fruit Logistica, a panel organised by ProFood and Freshfel Europe saw European and international associations discuss a ‘pragmatic approach’ to the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) and concerns about the risk of single market fragmentation.
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ArticleNiels & Grete switches to DS Smith’s recyclable cardboard egg packaging
DS Smith is helping Niels & Grete replace its plastic packaging components with a corrugated cardboard pack, boosting recyclability while reducing unnecessary materials and streamlining the packaging process.