All Sustainability articles – Page 3
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ArticleEverything you need to know about bioplastics and packaging
We all know the environmental arguments for transitioning to bioplastics are compelling, and European Bioplastics says it expects global bioplastics production to almost triple over the next few years. Yet even so, its market share still only stands at around 1%. Why?
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ArticleRecyclable label, sleeve, pouch and lid portfolio for dairy packs revealed
CCL Label has unveiled a portfolio of labels, sleeves, pouches, and lids for dairy packaging, collectively designed for existing recycling streams with the aim of Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) compliance.
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ArticleBlue Ocean Closures claims latest fibre screw caps can match fossil plastic material costs
Blue Ocean Closures (BOC) has stated that its latest generation of fibre screw caps can ‘match or outperform’ fossil plastic in material costs, while delivering significantly lower energy consumption during production.
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ArticlePapkot claims to cut fibre costs by 20% with new processing aids
Papkot has unveiled its new Papkot PA category of mineral-based Processing Aids, said to enable up to 20% reduction in material usage while achieving performance equivalent to traditional fibre-based containers.
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ArticleBurgopak’s removable lighting unit spotlights luxury products in-box
Burgopak has developed a small retrofit lighting unit to spotlight luxury products during unboxing; it can then be removed and reused while the rest of the pack is recycled.
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ArticleVacancy: New chair wanted for plastic negotiations – experience necessary
The shock resignation of Ambassador Luis Vayas Valdivieso as chair of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC) for the Global Plastics Treaty, announced last week, has left everyone wondering: why, what happened, and what’s next?
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ArticleVietnamese DRS could unlock circularity for 300,000 bottles and cans
Introducing a deposit return system in Vietnam could collect up to 77,000 tonnes of single-use beverage containers annually and keep around 300,000 tonnes in a recycling loop, research from Eunomia suggests.
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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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ArticleSmurfit Westrock launches Bag-in-Box alternative to HDPE bottles and jerrycans
Smurfit Westrock van Mierlo, based in Belgium, has introduced the Bag-in-Box Powergrip, designed to replace traditional 2-to-5-litre HDPE bottles and jerrycans and said to align with the upcoming European PPWR legislation.
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ArticleIndustry players oppose a second delay for EU Deforestation Regulation
Nestlé, Mars Wrigley, Ferrero, and Tony’s Chocolonely have signed an open letter urging the European Commission not to postpone the EU Deforestation Regulation for a second time, warning that further delays will have environmental consequences.
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ArticleSustainability Metrics: How to measure impact?
Discussing the tools, standards, and metrics used to measure the environmental impact of packaging.
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ArticleJust one month until the start of the ‘Davos for packaging’
In under a month’s time, leaders and innovators from across the packaging value chain will come together to discuss solutions to the biggest issues currently facing the packaging industry.
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ArticleClosed-loop system recycles used medical plastics into new device packaging
Coveris and SABIC report that they are recycling Zuyderland Medical Centre’s medical plastic waste into new contact-sensitive packaging, using it to ship guidewires back to the same hospital in a closed-loop system.
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ArticleRecyclable cardboard display from DS Smith used to showcase Carlsberg beer
DS Smith and Carlsberg Group have developed a recyclable, corrugated cardboard display for a new premium beer brand, targeting in-store appeal and end-of-life recyclability.
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ArticleP&G signals laundry detergent dosage on-lid with LasX laser marking tech
Procter & Gamble and LasX Industries have applied their laser marking technology to bottle caps for Tide Ultra OXI Boost laundry detergent – aiming to preserve its mono-material design while clarifying product dosing levels.
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ArticleCertified home-compostable coffee pod portfolio revealed by Ahlstrom
Ahlstrom has launched GreenPod Home, its TÜV-certified home-compostable coffee pod portfolio. It is designed to break down in domestic conditions without contaminating the environment.
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ArticleGCR launches new line of industrial-scale PCR polyolefins
GCR has introduced CICLICNXT, a new line of high-performance post-consumer recycled (PCR) polyolefins.
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ArticleAmcor provides mono-polypropylene refill stick for Cut By Fred’s shampoo
Cut By Fred’s Detox Stick Shampoo is now packaged in Amcor’s refillable, mono-polypropylene Exclusive stick; the partners aim for a straightforward, hygienic, and mess-free refill process, as well as recyclability at end-of-life.
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ArticleReusable bottles and biobased polymers showcased by Braskem at K 2025
Among Braskem’s product lineup at K 2025 are reusable bottles made from biobased polyethylene, developed alongside Bottle Up and Eurobottle to lower carbon emissions and reduce plastic waste, as well as biobased polymers for flexible and rigid packs.
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ArticleProcter & Gamble launches new mechanical recycling innovation at K Show
Procter & Gamble and Lindner have launched a revolutionary new recycling technology that uses a solvent-based extraction process to remove impurities, odours, adhesives and printing inks from used plastic packs.