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ArticleSustainability Awards Finalist Interview: Grupo Lantero’s mono-material resealing solution
Grupo Lantero’s mono-material PET packaging with resealing technology aims to keep food fresh for longer. Nominated as a Finalist in the Pre-Commercialized Recyclable Packaging category of the Sustainability Awards, we spoke to Álvaro Bernad, director of Innovation, Marketing and Sustainability at Grupo Lantero, to find out more about this innovation.
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ArticleResearchers say spray-coated bioplastics layers can improve barrier properties for paper packaging
A research team at the College of Natural Resources and Environment in Virginia Tech University, USA claim to have proved that biodegradable bioplastics can form durable, protective films on paper using a spray-coating technique, improving strength and barrier properties.
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ArticleAntalis introduces expandable Jiffy bag made from 100% recycled materials
Antalis has announced an expandable mailing bag made by Jiffy, featuring ‘flex-to-fit’ Hexpand technology and designed to fit snugly around products, eliminating the need for oversized boxes and unnecessary padding.
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ArticleTotalEnergies Corbion announces redesigns PLA bags with 30% PIR content
TotalEnergies Corbion has launched redesigned bags for its sugarcane-based Luminy PLA, featuring 30% post-industrial recycled (PIR) content in the outer layer, made from repurposing high-quality manufacturing scraps.
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ArticleDS Smith provides fibre-based packaging for brewery’s e-commerce products
DS Smith has provided Austrian company Privatbrauerei Hirt with fibre-based packaging aiming to deliver ‘optimal protection’ for the brewery’s products during storage and transportation to its e-commerce customers.
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ArticleSquare-shaped bottle developed by Sidel for nitrogen-dosed water
Sidel has revealed Nitro Square, a square-shaped, rPET-compatible bottle for still water with liquid nitrogen dosing – apparently reaching an hourly output of 2,600 bottles per mould on Sidel machinery.
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ArticleSmurfit Westrock creates cardboard medical device solution for Dermalux
Smurfit Westrock has developed a corrugated cardboard solution for medical device company Dermalux, designed to protect products during transit and replace the previous expanded polystyrene (EPS) and plastic packaging.
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ArticleMondi provides salt producer with solid board packaging for direct food contact
Mondi has announced it will be supplying salt producer Südwestdeutsche Salzwerke with solid board packaging for its products including table, pharmaceutical and animal feed salt.
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ArticleSustainability Awards 2025 Finalist Interview: NantBioRenewables’ compostable protein tray
With the Sustainability Awards only a few weeks away, we hear from finalist NantBioRenewables about its compostable protein tray, nominated in the Pre-Commercialized Renewables category and said to have negative carbon emissions.
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ArticleDS Smith and Queen Flowers utilize fibre-based packaging for retail outlet bouquets
DS Smith and Queen Flowers have collaborated to create a recyclable bouquet box to sit alongside the brand’s traditional packaging in retail stores and outlets.
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ArticleLive updates from K 2025
Plastics and rubber trade fair K is due to be held in Düsseldorf, Germany from the 8th -15th October this year, and we’ll be reporting on all the key moments. In this article, we’ll be providing you with all the essential information about the event, including interviews, news, commentary and the standout innovations throughout the week.
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ArticleMondi develops lightweight banana box through value chain collaboration
Mondi has developed an innovative banana box packaging solution that it says is 10% lighter than a previous solution, while being made with roughly 40% recycled fibre.
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ArticleMosca releases new strapping machine for entry-level segment
Mosca is expanding its entry-level portfolio with the launch of a new entry-level strapping machine, SoniXs XT.
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ArticleALCA Corp launches first products utilizing SIG’s aseptic in-line sterilization pouch system
SIG and ALCA Corp have announced the launch of the first products filled on SIG’s aseptic spouted pouch system featuring in-line pouch sterilization, removing the need for third-party pre-sterilization.
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ArticleMondi partners with Özler Tarım to reduce food waste in long distance shipments
Mondi has collaborated with Turkish fresh fruit and vegetable exporter Özler Tarım on a corrugated fibre solution aiming to reduce food waste, protect products and optimize operational processes.
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ArticleSiegwerk, Borouge, and TPN Food Packaging launch fully recyclable mono-material packaging solution
Siegwerk, Borouge, and TPN Food Packaging (TPN) have collaborated on a fully recyclable, mono-material barrier stand-up pouch said to provide robust protection and superior functionality.
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ArticleExxonMobil collaborates with value chain partners to showcase PE and PCR solutions
ExxonMobil will be showcasing its polymer solutions at K 2025 in Dusseldorf, Germany, from October 8th-15th, including product samples, film rolls and the option to interact with solutions from industries such as agriculture, healthcare and consumer products during guided tours.
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ArticleLecta unveils PFAS-free grease resistant paper for flexible packaging
Lecta has introduced its Creaset GP PFAS-Free FP paper, a high-performance, one-side coated gloss paper for flexible packaging applications, said to combine premium grease resistance with ‘excellent’ flexibility and printability.
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ArticleNOVA Chemicals introduces PE resins incorporating non-fluorinated PPAs
NOVA Chemicals has announced the launch of polyethylene (PE) resins that incorporate non-fluorinated polymer processing aids (NF-PPA), said to deliver comparable performance to legacy fluoropolymer PPA technology and help manufacturers meet global regulatory compliance standards with minimal production disruption.
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ArticleDS Smith and BSH Nazarje reveal fibre-based alternative to EPS in blender packaging
DS Smith and BSH Nazarje (part of the BSH Home Appliances Group) have partnered to develop a universal fibre-based packaging solution for Bosch hand mixers, replacing the previous Expanded Polystyrene foam (EPS) inserts.