Emerging Technologies
Our guide to the fibre-based packaging market in 2026
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Emerging Technologies
Our guide to the fibre-based packaging market in 2026
In the last year or so, we have seen increased investments in companies producing fibre-based packaging - from Yangi securing €10 million in funding to scale its dry forming technology to Fiberdom receiving €3.5 million for its compostable paperboard material. What are the main drivers behind these investments and what kind of projects are receiving this support? We explore these questions in this edition of the Brief.
Submissions are open for the Sustainability Awards 2026!
The Sustainability Awards are open for submissions! From start-ups and universities to global brands and manufacturers, everyone is invited to nominate their packaging innovations for a crystal trophy – with zero entry fees.
Cost parity between European recyclers and virgin production to take ‘decades’
According to Bain & Company, European chemical recycling could take up to 30 years and €400 billion in cumulative global capital to achieve cost parity with virgin material production.
Coalition unites to ‘modernize’ plastic recycling systems in America
Closed Loop Partners and the Consumer Brands Association are among the founding members of the Recycling Leadership Council, which aims to ‘modernize’ the American recycling system and tackle plastic waste.
One week until the Sustainable Packaging Summit: what to expect
Only one week to go until the Sustainable Packaging Summit! Are you wondering what to expect from this year’s even bigger, even better event? Read on for a deep dive into this year’s agenda.