How does the PPWR align with other global regulations?
Ahead of the 2026 Sustainable Packaging Summit, we spoke with Renata Daudt Chief Executive Officer at AWEN Packaging Consulting, to
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Collection points established for Shellworks’ plant-based, compostable packs
MYGroup is rolling out a take-back network to recycle beauty packaging made from Shellworks’ plant-based, compostable biomaterial – aiming
Beyond the pandemic: the reshaping of the packaging industry
Post-COVID, and after the subsequent adjustment period, what new trends are affecting the packaging industry? Neil Osment, Managing Director
SIG creates bag-in-box fitment to dispense food and drink smoothly
SIG has revealed a bag-in-box fitment for easy connection and flexible dispensing in foodservice operations. SIG CleanClic Connect
How Europe should turn plastic recycling into strategic infrastructure
Beyond the environmental benefits, managing and recycling plastic waste could also help Europe secure supply, build resilience, and strengthen industrial
Elopak on the rise of paper-based packaging in home and personal care
Home and personal care brands are starting to embrace paper-based packaging in response to regulatory developments and consumer demand.
Brand owners told not to pass PPWR reporting requirements onto suppliers
ELIPSO has cautioned major retailers and brands not to overstep the current legal framework of the Packaging and Packaging Waste
Shelf-scanning, AI-powered robots hit supermarket aisles to mixed reviews
Supermarkets such as SPAR Austria, Kroger, Carrefour and Tesco are introducing a shelf-scanning robot from Simbe Robotics to keep
Could European retailers pack fresh produce in banana leaves?
Retailers in Southeast Asia regularly go viral on social media for wrapping fresh produce in banana leaves. Could this approach
Retailers recommend grace period and clarification as PPWR approaches
Led by EuroCommerce, retailers and wholesalers have urged EU Environmental Ministers to enforce a twelve-month grace period and further
Carrefour sets out plan to avoid 5,000 tons of plastic and lower product prices
Carrefour plans to eliminate 5,000 tons of plastic from its packaging by removing excess material, introducing paper-based and
Amazon Prime Day event could generate 70,200 tons of cardboard waste
Estimated figures suggest that Amazon’s upcoming Prime Day event could lead to the shipment of 280.8 million boxes
Tesco promotes health during World Cup with football-themed lettuce wrapper
Tesco has repackaged its iceberg lettuces in a football-themed design to celebrate the FIFA World Cup 2026 – a move