bioplastics
Researchers develop biodegradable, recyclable material made from banana waste
Researchers at the University of New South Wales have discovered a novel way to turn banana plantation waste into a recyclable, biodegradable packaging material. Read more
Introducing CuanSave: a flexible film made from crustacean shells
Fin Slater spoke to CuanTec to see if its bioplastic solution might be able to function as a viable alternative to standard plastic food wraps Read more
New studies demonstrate "rapid biodegradability" of Walki films
A series of new studies has reportedly shown that Walki’s Bioska films completely biodegrade within 6 months Read more
A look back at the 14th European Bioplastics Conference
The 14th European Bioplastics Conference, which took place on the 3rd and 4th of December, saw a strong focus on growth and innovation Read more
Smurfit Kappa creates award-winning disaster relief packaging solution
Smurfit Kappa and Wings For Aid have created an innovative solution that facilitates the delivery of emergency supplies into hard-to-reach areas Read more
Sanner introduces bio-based effervescent tablet packaging
The company will present its new Sanner BioBase® effervescent tablet packaging for the first time at Pharmapack 2020 Read more
Bioplastics industry shows dynamic growth
The results of the European Bioplastics’ annual market data update reportedly confirm the dynamic growth of the global bioplastics industry. Read more
Fazer and Sulapac collaborate on compostable confectionery box
Fazer and Sulapac have collaborated to develop a microplastic-free, compostable packaging solution – available at the end of November. Read more
Meet the 25 finalists competing for Sustainability Awards at FachPack
Ahead of the Sustainability Awards 2019 ceremony at FachPack on 25th September, here are the 25 finalists competing for the top sustainability prizes in packaging Read more
Breaking news! 25 Finalists Compete for Top Sustainability Prizes
The elite international, independent jury has completed round one of its deliberations – and we can now reveal the 25 finalists competing for the packaging Sustainability Awards 2019. Read more
NEW STUDY 'MISLEADS ON VALUE OF BIODEGRADABLE AND COMPOSTABLE PLASTICS'
A new study intends to provide insights into the ‘environmental deterioration’ of plastic carrier bags made from different polymer types under littering conditions. Read more
FKuR Position Paper: Heading for a circular economy with bioplastics
In a new position paper, FKuR Kunststoff GmbH offers its viewpoint on the use of biobased and biodegradable plastics, and their contribution to a circular economy. Read more
Biome Bioplastics and Futamura present biobased multilayer films
Biome Bioplastics and Futamura have formed a partnership to demonstrate a range of bio-based and compostable multilayer films. Read more
Arla introduces paperboard cartons with wood-based bioplastic lining
Arla Oy is set to be the first company in Finland to use renewable wood-based bioplastics in gable-top paperboards for milk, yoghurt and cooking products. The tall oil-based raw material used for the cartons was developed by Finnish company UPM. Read more
Talking Bioplastics in the Year of the Plastics Strategy
“Biomass is the key ingredient that a plastics circular economy must rely on.” Tim Sykes reports on a European Bioplastics conference that was preoccupied with issues around end of life. Read more
The Bioplastics Benchmark
The European Bioplastics Conference takes place next week in Berlin. Ahead of the annual, industry-defining summit, Tim Sykes caught up with Hasso von Pogrell to discuss the latest advances in bio-based polymers and their growing impact on packaging Read more
Supporting the Circular Economy with Compostable Packaging Solutions
Plastics derived from renewable biomass such as PBC are rising to the sustainability challenge - write Fabien Resweber (PTTMCC Biochem) and Lawrence Theunissen (Reverdia) Read more
Natural building blocks
Two biopolymer scientists talk about creating a plastic substitute Read more
Sustainable Solution Hinges on Collaboration
Libby White asks Clark Ensminger, Market Development Manager, Cosmetic Packaging, Eastman Chemical Company, how collaboration and packaging design leveraging on the capabilities of new materials results in a more sustainable solution. Read more
Groupe Rocher and Eastman introduce ecodesign collaboration
Eastman is proud to have collaborated with cosmetics house Groupe Rocher on the design of a new “ecodesign compact” concept made entirely of Eastman materials. Read more
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