All Recyclability articles – Page 2
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ArticleIs chemical recycling economically viable? Key findings from new European Commission report
In this edition of the Brief, we examine the European Commission’s recent report on the economic viability of chemical recycling, covering the main findings, conclusions and details such as technical considerations, regulatory context and potential policy support.
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ArticleTaking a closer look at the EU’s latest PPWR guidance
The European Commission recently published further guidance on the Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive, this time in the form of a Frequently Asked Questions document. Launched at the height of the summer break and just days before the PPWR begins to apply, what are the key points the packaging industry needs to be aware of? Matteo Squeo, founder of The Green Clause and member of the Permanent Delegation of the Court of Justice, the General Court and the EFTA Court, takes a comprehensive look.
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ArticleKocktail launches innovative new premium ready-to-drink format
Kocktail, an award-winning small-batch cocktail brand, has launched Kocktail Glass – a new addition to its ready-to-drink range.
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ArticleHow to really solve the BuzzBallz recycling challenge
With a strong social media appeal and an unmistakeable shelf-presence, BuzzBallz have quickly become one of the most recognisable brands in the pre-mixed cocktail category. At the same time, its multi-material packaging makes it unrecyclable – an issue that has caused significant controversy over the past few days. In this article Dr. Paul Collins, founder of Packability Consulting, offers a different perspective.
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ArticleSustainability Awards Finalist Interview: PAPACKS’ fibre box for chilled fish and seafood
PAPACKS is nominated in this year’s Sustainability Awards for its Molded Fiber Box for chilled fish and seafood, said to be food-contact safe and recyclable in the paper waste stream. A finalist in the Renewables category, we spoke to PAPACKS CMO Manuel Leibrock to find out more.
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ArticleHow BuzzBallz should improve the recyclability of its packaging
How could BuzzBallz, a rising star in pre-mixed cocktails, redesign its packaging for improved recyclability – and how should local recycling infrastructure evolve to improve its recycling rates? Tim Sykes makes his case.
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ArticleShould we recycle plastic bottles into vinyl records?
In this edition of the Brief, we delve into the correlation between the trend of collectable album ‘variants’ and their packaging waste, and consider whether our industry’s trash could become treasure for vinyl manufacturers amidst ever-increasing demand.
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ArticleFreshness-saving packs from Esseoquattro slow spoilage to avoid waste
Esseoquattro’s Ideabrill line of freshness-saving packaging is designed to slow food spoilage, reduce food waste, and separate easily for recycling.
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ArticleFootprint acquires recyclable, compostable paper cups with mineral coating
Footprint has acquired Transcend Packaging’s ‘PE-free’ hot and cold cup, lid and straw solution, designed to serve as a recyclable and home-compostable alternative to plastic-lined paper cups.
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ArticleACE Ireland calls on government for €3.5 million upgrade to MRF network
The Alliance for Beverage Cartons and the Environment (ACE Ireland) has called on the government to allocate €3.5 million for sorting technology upgrades across Ireland’s materials recovery facility (MRF) network, gather detailed recycling data on packaging types and recognise beverage cartons as a priority packaging stream in national policy.
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ArticleAvery Dennison’s RFID tags for PET bottles receive RecyClass approval
Avery Dennison’s AD CleanFlake RFID tags have secured RecyClass Technology Approval in Europe, officially certifying their compatibility with mechanical PET recycling streams.
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ArticleKenvue streamlines PCR in its packaging with Resycure’s data platform
Kenvue is using Resycure’s digital platform to unlock batch-level traceability, transparent data, consistent quality and more while implementing post-consumer recyclate into its packaging.
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ArticleDraft standard for more sustainable glassmaking now open for consultation
ResponsibleGlass has published the first draft of its International Standard for Glassmaking, with its global sustainability standard, certification and labelling system now open for stakeholder consultation.
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ArticleStrengthening EPR implementation for Europe’s circular economy
EXPRA has developed a set of proposals and recommendations in hopes of ensuring that the Circular Economy Act’s Extended Producer Responsibility requirements are practical and implementable for market operators. Managing director Joachim Quoden tells us more.
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ArticleHow to advance the PACK Act for consistent on-pack labelling claims
An upcoming hearing on the Packaging and Claims Knowledge (PACK) Act could establish consistent standards for recyclable, compostable, and reusable packaging claims across America. AMERIPEN president Lynn Dyer walks us through what businesses need to know about the legislation, why it matters, and what we can do to support the Act’s implementation.
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ArticleAluminium meat and seafood tray replaces absorbent pads for recyclability
i2r Packaging Solutions has designed its new aluminium tray to replace hard-to-recycle absorbent soakaway pads in fresh meat and seafood packaging.
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Article14 EU Member States face legal action for falling short of waste requirements
Fourteen EU Member States have received letters of formal notice and/or reasoned opinions from the European Commission for failing to meet waste recycling targets, and for not transposing elements of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive, Single-Use Plastics Directive, or Waste Framework Directive into national law.
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ArticleInside a new project turning flexible snack packs into new food packaging
Last month we reported on HolyGrail 2030’s latest project to test intelligent sorting and recycling of flexible food-contact polypropylene (PP) packaging, and the consortium has now begun industrial trials utilizing digital watermarks. We spoke with Richard Akkermans, European R&D packaging productivity and sustainability manager at Mondelēz and Russell Avens, global packaging director at pladis, to find out more.
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ArticleHow are big brands working with plastic packaging in 2026?
How are household brands using or reducing plastic packaging – and what does it say about brand sentiment on the whole? We take a closer look at the five biggest brands by sales – Nestlé, PepsiCo, Procter & Gamble, Unilever, and Coca-Cola – to discover their attitudes ...
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ArticleDuni Group implements PP mono-material solutions for takeaway, ready meals and catering
Duni Group has announced it is implementing polypropylene (PP) mono-material solutions across its Duniform brand’s takeaway, ready meal and catering lines, aiming to make them more compatible with existing recycling systems.