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ArticleRefillable makeup packs feature tear strips and ergonomic grips for accessibility
Tilt Beauty offers refillable mascara and lip treatment products in patented ergonomic packaging, intended as an accessible solution for consumers with mobility issues, visual impairments, skin conditions, and other disabilities.
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ArticleSiegwerk seeks improved recyclability with NC-free surface ink systems
Siegwerk has introduced its nitrocellulose (NC) free ink series for surface printing on polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP) packaging solutions, developed to meet packaging design guidelines such as those from RecyClass and CEFLEX.
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ArticlePackaging and Packaging Waste Regulation: the deadlines you need to know
As the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation enters into force, we have compiled all its essential deadlines into one list, starting with this year’s expectations and looking all the way out to 2040.
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ArticleMondi and Zwiesel Glas develop premium containerboard pack for glassware
Zwiesel Glas has teamed up with Mondi to package its mouth-blown glassware in bespoke fibre-based packaging, designed to protect the fragile products while offering consumers a ‘premium’ unboxing experience.
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ArticleDTM Print seeks faster processing and reduced downtime with new printer
DTM Print has introduced its new LX4000e Color Label Printer, said to reduce downtime, ensure maximum productivity and give users more control over their printing operations.
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ArticleIndia updates plastic waste rules for packaging traceability and compliance
India’s Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has amended its Plastic Waste Management Rules to mandate the provision of plastic packaging information via an on-pack barcode, QR code, or unique number; publicize the compliance of market operators; and introduce sanctions for broken rules.
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Article‘Disappearing’ fibre-based bottle with natural coating pitched at Davos 2025
At 2025’s World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, NBCo presented its ‘disappearing’ fibre-based bottle, intended to be up to 99% recyclable and biodegradable in the natural environment, as a replacement for conventional plastic bottles.
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ArticleMarkem-Imaje bi-jet printer applies more information faster with one machine
Markem-Imaje is gearing its continuous inkjet printer, the 9712 bi-jet coder, towards products requiring ‘significant amounts’ of on-pack information, claiming to complete print jobs that would normally require two machines with one.
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ArticleFibre-based drinks lid from Seda aspires for less plastic, water and CO2
Seda International has revealed its fibre-based EcoFit Lid for hot and cold beverages, set to save CO2, water, and 400 tons of plastic for every 100 million lids.
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ArticleFINAT explores AI opportunities and challenges for label industry
FINAT has revealed the key points from its session on the opportunities and challenges AI poses to the label industry, held at the FINAT European Label Forum 2024 and aiming to explore AI’s role in driving innovation, improving operational efficiencies and maintaining competitive advantage.
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ArticleDomino introduces electric pallet labelling solution
Domino has announced the launch of its new Mx350i-eP electric pallet labeller, designed for improved efficiency and said to require up to 40% less energy and up to 50% less factory air than previous generation pallet labellers.
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ArticleFedrigoni supplies resistant, embossed, recycled wet-glue labels for premium products
Intended for use in the gourmet food, beverage, and wine and spirits industries, Fedrigoni’s new Wet-Glue Collection includes wet-strength papers made from virgin, alternative, and recycled fibres – complete with high barrier properties, printability, and visual impact.
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ArticleEverything you need to know about digital product passports
With the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) expected to become operational in 2027 and the European Commission due to propose Digital Product Passport (DPP) content for certain product groups, Daniel Sabin Diaz, global senior solutions consultant at Systech, outlines the potential impact on data carrier printing, data exchange and stakeholder responsibilities.
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ArticlePlatinum Press upgrades headquarters with Durst and Koenig & Bauer printers
In a $15 million (€14,383,575) expansion and infrastructure enhancement, Platinum Press has installed new Koenig & Bauer and Durst printing presses and unlocked nearly 50% more floorspace for healthcare packaging production at its Fort Worth headquarters.
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ArticleReusable smart label from Giesecke+Devrient unlocks IoT tracking and more
Giesecke+Devrient has revealed the reusable, ‘ultra-thin’ G+D Smart Label, which embeds IoT features into a package and enables location tracking, tamper protection, proof of delivery, and more.
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ArticleX-Rite seeks improved efficiency with new LED lighting booth
X-Rite has announced its Judge LED light booth, designed to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and help brands and suppliers transition to LED-based colour assessments without operational disruptions.
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ArticleOPRL to adopt Recyclability Assessment Methodology for packaging EPR
OPRL plans to adapt its Recyclability Assessment Tool to fully align with the Recyclability Assessment Methodology (RAM) for packaging EPR published by Defra, which it describes as ‘valuable clarification’ for businesses and labelling.
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ArticleHow2Recycle announces label with real-time, localized disposal instructions
Aiming to simplify recycling across the U.S, How2Recycle recently revealed its new How2Recycle Plus label, featuring The Recycling Partnership’s Recycle Check QR code and anticipated to pave the way for real-time local recycling and disposal instructions, beginning in 2025.
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ArticleKen Wilkins Print aims to increase sheet conversion with plastic pallets
Following the launch of its plastic pallets in 2023, C&T Matrix (C&T) has supplied 106 format pallets to carton packaging manufacturer Ken Wilkins Print, said to increase sheet conversion by up to 15%.
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Sponsored ContentH.B. Fuller’s quest to label reusable glass with water-based adhesives
In this edition of our ‘In Conversation With…’ series, Sabine Pietka, global marketing manager Beverage at H.B. Fuller, explains how the company’s water-based adhesive technology aims to transform the beverage space by addressing both operational efficiency and environmental sustainability.