All Sustainability articles – Page 200
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ArticleGlass Packaging Demand Continues to Grow in Europe
Glass packaging production in Europe grew by 1% in volume (tonnes) and by 1% in unit terms in the first half year 2018 compared to the previous half year according to data published by the European Container Glass Federation, FEVE .
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ArticleSIG partners with Nestlé to launch paper straw for on-the-go portion packs
There has been increasing interest in alternatives to plastic straws, following last year’s single-use plastics ban.
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ArticleHenkel food safe packaging outlook 2019: legislation & sustainability to shape debate
Henkel's food safe packaging outlook for 2019 looks at how the discussion on packaging safety is likely to be framed over the coming year.
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ArticleJohnson & Johnson launches contact lens recycling scheme
Through its new UK contact lens recycling scheme, the ACUVUE Contact Lens Recycle Programme, Johnson & Johnson Vision and its partner TerraCycle are looking to drive real change in consumer behaviour.
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ArticleCumapol developing potentially groundbreaking polyester recycling technology
Polyester processing specialist Cumapol has unveiled a new polyester recycling technology, CuRe, which it says represents a step-change in the journey towards a fully circular polyester chain.
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ArticleSmurfit Kappa's Better Planet Packaging Design Challenge 2019
The impact of plastic waste on the environment is a global challenge, and it requires a global response.
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ArticleAgr introduces new lightweight option for PET bottle production
Agr’s new Lightweight option for the Process Pilot® blowmoulder management system offers brand owners and bottle manufactures another tool to meet this complex and growing challenge.
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ArticleSmurfit Kappa Better Planet Packaging Design Challenge 2019
The Better Planet Packaging Initiative aims to reimagine and redefine the future of sustainable packaging. As the first of many initiatives, Smurfit Kappa is launching two design challenges, open to designers, engineers, inventors & creative thinkers
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ArticleBarrier Paper Outlook
The need to move away from linear economy models is focusing minds in the paper innovation on new opportunities for recyclable barrier papers. Dr Dieter Becker of Mitsubishi HiTec Paper Europe GmbH surveys the industry outlook
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ArticleWhat Does 2019 Mean for Food & Bev?
Our writers share their predictions for the trends that will define the coming year in food and drink packaging.
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ArticleCoveris opens Pack Positive sustainable development centre
European packaging manufacturer Coveris has opened a first of its kind sustainable development centre in Leeds, as part of its Pack Positive® strategy to address packaging and food sustainability in a circular economy.
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ArticleFlint Group Introduces AquaCode
Fling Group introduces AquaCode, a full technology range and an ink system that it says goes beyond conventional chemistries to deliver 21st century print quality while providing environmental stewardship opportunities.
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Sun Chemical Forms Partnership with HAVI
Sun Chemical has entered into a partnership with HAVI, to bring its SunVisto® AquaGreen bio-renewable, natural based inks to market.
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ArticleOn Second Thoughts... Are you Inclusive or Exclusive?
In the first edition of our new guest column in which packaging experts challenge widely held thinking, Jocelyne Ehret of TheRightPackaging.com invites us to have second thoughts about SUPs and accessibility.
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Walki takes step towards a zero-waste future
The Walki Group is focused on turning recycled mixed plastic waste into certified circular polymers for the packaging industry. The first products with circular polymers will be delivered to customers this year.
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ArticleHuhtamaki launches new range of paper straws
Food and drink packaging specialist Huhtamaki has now entered the market for paper straws. The company says its new range of straws are made of fibres from sustainably managed forests.
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ArticleDow Launches 2019 Packaging Innovation Awards
Dow has launched its call for entries for the 2019 Packaging Innovation Awards – with submissions expected to reflect the cutting edge of innovation in sustainability, e-commerce, and communicative packaging.
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Glass Packaging Recycling Rate Stable at 74%
Latest industry data on glass recycling confirms that over 12 million tons of glass bottles and jars are collected and recycled in Europe, with an average glass recycling rate in the EU28 of 74% according to FEVE recycling statistics.
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ArticlePackaging Connections 08/02/2019
This week's video highlights two of our recent exciting collaborations- a co-branded report developed by Smithers Pira- tailored to the needs and preoccupations of Packaging Europe's readership.
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ArticleThe Path to Achieving True Circularity
Mario Abreu, Tetra Pak's sustainability VP, talks to Packaging Europe about the biggest sustainability challenges the packaging industry faces, and outlines opportunities and solutions.