All Sustainability articles – Page 67
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ArticlePasta Garofalo unveils recyclable pack that uses 30% PCR
Pasta Garofalo has launched new recyclable packaging made from 30% recycled material, using material obtained via a chemical recycling process.
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Article‘True disruption’: Inside the rise of canned water and wine
Could the supremacy of glass and PET for wine and water applications be nearing its end?
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ArticleFedrigoni releases new paper range for e-commerce paper packaging
Fedrigoni Group has launched its new Symbol Pack range in pursuit of a high-quality unboxing experience for online shoppers, with the paper expected to be applied in the beauty, cosmetics, food, and beverage markets.
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ArticleShemesh reveals automated solutions for packaging wet wipes, filling and dosing buckets, and more
Shemesh Automation will debut two of its A-Z turnkey packaging line solutions at interpack 2023, encouraging customers to source all integrated equipment from one supplier for cost, servicing, and environmental benefits.
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ArticleA deep dive into the most important packaging sustainability trends and solutions
This report provides insights into the nature of sustainable packaging innovation as it currently stands, as seen from Packaging Europe’s viewpoint, and drawing on several data sources.
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ArticleKuraray’s bio-based granulate aims to facilitate high-barrier extrusion coating for recyclable packaging
Kuraray has developed PLANTIC EP, a repulpable, plant-based granulate designed for extrusion coating – a solution set to provide gas- and aroma-barrier solutions for paper and cardboard packaging without impacting their recyclability.
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ArticleA deep dive into the most important packaging sustainability trends and solutions
This report provides insights into the nature of sustainable packaging innovation as it currently stands, as seen from Packaging Europe’s viewpoint, and drawing on several data sources.
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ArticleRecyclable, paper-based pet food bag produced by ProAmpac
ProAmpac is launching a multi-wall, paper-based self-opening-sack bag – certified for curbside recycling and geared towards dry pet food applications – as part of its patent-pending PRO-EVO Recyclable platforms.
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ArticleInkjet spot UV coater developed in collaboration between MGI and Konica Minolta
Konica Minolta has unveiled its AccurioShine 3600 inkjet spot UV coater, powered by varnish technology from MGI – a development seeking to improve the stability, reliability, and serviceability of digital printing processes for packaging applications and more.
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ArticleExperts have their say on the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive revisions
Ever since they were announced late last year, the EU’s proposed revisions to its Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive have caused intense debate within the industry. Here we have assembled four viewpoints from leading industry insiders, with the aim of representing different perspectives on the issue.
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ArticleThe McDonald’s approach to packaging sustainability
An innovative reusable packaging system created by McDonald’s recently went viral – being highlighted by a number of commentators as an example of responsible consumption patterns and waste reduction. We spoke with Floor Uitterhoeve, Director for Market Sustainability in Europe at McDonald’s, to learn more about how solutions like this fit into the company’s overall packaging sustainability strategy.
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ArticleCanon releases compact, full-colour desktop printer for wrapping paper applications
Canon has released its imagePROGRAF TC-20M full-colour, large format desktop printer – said to utilise less than 26W during operation and 2.4W during standby – for applications such as customised wrapping paper.
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ArticleTesco and Faerch put tray-to-tray recycling programme into action with ready meal packaging
Tesco is set to incorporate recovered and recycled plastic food trays back into its chilled ready meal packaging through a PET recycling initiative developed alongside Faerch.
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ArticleSainsbury’s customers criticise ‘awful’ packaging change aimed at reducing plastic usage
Sainsbury’s decision to replace the tray packaging for its beef mince range with vacuum packs in a bid to reduce its usage of plastic by 450 tonnes annually has been met with negative feedback from its customer base - both from a functionality and a sustainability perspective.
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ArticleMEPs cast doubt on effectiveness of proposed PPWD revisions
At a Stakeholder Series event hosted in collaboration with McDonald’s, MEPs from The Alliance of Liberals and Democrats for Europe (ALDE) Party questioned the revised Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive’s ability to reduce carbon emissions and water waste by implementing reusables at dine-in restaurants.
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ArticleDecarbonised steelmaking could be financially viable within the decade, says new report
A new report from the Energy Transitions Commission has outlined the potential of tripling global low carbon steel projects within the next three years, meeting industry emission reduction targets, and enabling 190 million tonnes per annum of ‘green’ production by 2030 with appropriate financial investments.
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ArticleReusable shipping solution from Returnity aims to reduce cardboard waste in retail supply chains
Returnity has launched The Last Box, a reusable solution anticipated to replace almost four million cardboard boxes for shipping and delivery in retailers’ internal operations in 2023.
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ArticleSyntegon unveils filling solution for viscous deli food applications and upgrades cloud-based data software
Syntegon will exhibit its LFS filling solution for liquid and viscous deli food products such as sauces, dips, and salads, as well as a further development of its cloud-based data collection and visualisation software, at interpack 2023.
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ArticleEntire Weetabix packaging portfolio becomes 100% recyclable
Weetabix Food Company reports that all the packaging across its portfolio is now 100% recyclable, two years ahead of its 2025 target.
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ArticleCaprabo wraps tomatoes in paper-and-bamboo-based packaging
Spanish and Andorran retailer Caprabo has packaged its tomatoes in what claims to be 100% recyclable and compostable packaging made of paper, paper mesh, and bamboo – a transition expected to save 3 tons of plastic a year.