All Transit articles – Page 4
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ArticleMondi opens ISTA-certified lab for safer packaging in transit
Mondi Bupak announces the opening of its new laboratory in the Czech Republic, one of the company’s flagship plants in Central Europe for the development of durable and sustainable corrugated e-commerce packaging solutions.
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ArticleNew ultra-cold chain solution for pharmaceuticals developed by Tower
Tower has launched a new pallet solution for the transport of ultra-cold temperature-critical pharmaceuticals, including vaccines.
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ArticleCan the packaging industry cope with a supply chain in crisis?
With the ongoing impacts of COVID-19, surging prices for energy and raw materials, and Forces Majeures destabilising the global supply chain, we spoke to Cepi and the Polymers for Europe Alliance to find out how the packaging industry is faring.
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ArticlePlans to expand bio-based packaging foam portfolio announced by Stora Enso
Stora Enso announces a new portfolio of what it claims are fully recyclable, bio-based foams made from wood, which can be used for protective and thermal packaging.
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ArticleAmazon Germany to reduce SUP in outer packaging
Amazon is aiming to stop using single-use plastics (SUP) for its outer packaging by the end of 2021 in Germany.
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ArticleIVK members express concern over production shutdowns and increasing prices for customers
IVK Europe e.V., which represents European companies that produce PVC films, sheets, and coated fabrics, releases a statement warning of the supply chain, pricing, and regulatory challenges facing the industry going in to 2022.
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ArticleReuse system for construction industry pallets set for 2022 rollout
The Pallet LOOP is a pallet reuse scheme aimed at incentivising construction industry pallet returns via a cost-effective, easy-to-use, deposit-based system expected to be launched in 2022.
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ArticleEverything you need to know about exporting to the UK post-Brexit
Frank Weermeijer, group CEO at Customs Support, identifies three key things that companies should be aware of when exporting to the United Kingdom post-Brexit.
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ArticleRecycled PP tote insert from S&S Plastics provides boost for operational efficiencies
S&S Plastics unveils its Plastics Insert Tubs, a configurable storage solution reportedly made from 100% recycled PP, which it says can increase operational efficiencies, improve warehousing, and transform supply chain operations.
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ArticleFedEx Express completes rollout of reusable portfolio
FedEx Express, a subsidiary of the FedEx Corp. transportation company, says it has completed the rollout of its FedEx Reusable Pack, which reportedly reduces waste and promotes reuse during returns for the European e-commerce industry.
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ArticleECMA predicts long lead-times and price hikes for cartonboard industry
According to a report from the European Carton Makers Association, an increase in the sale of food and beverage packaging has escalated demand for folding cartons during 2021, but both suppliers and convertors are facing supply chain bottlenecks.
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ArticleHow drones are reshaping home delivery
Wing, which is owned by Alphabet – Google’s parent company – is already operating its drone delivery services in three countries. We spoke with the company to learn more.
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ArticleRanpak unveils 'sustainable' paper-based cold chain solution
Ranpak announces WrapPak, a cold chain solution that it says is recyclable and provides thermal protection for up to 48 hours for e-commerce food delivery.
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ArticlePhononic launches smart tote for cold-chain food delivery
Cooling and heating technology suppliers Phononic announces its Intelligent Actively-Cooled Tote, which uses CO2 and water to cool and freeze perishable goods while providing real-time insights into the cold-chain.
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ArticleThe Rapid Interview with ORBIS
We talk sustainability, plastics and cost savings with supply chain specialist ORBIS in the latest edition of our Rapid Interview feature.
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ArticlePaper-based alternative to polystyrene packaging released by Kite
Kite Packaging has unveiled a paper-based, recyclable chilled packaging solution that is 69% recycled and FSC approved.
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ArticleGousto and DPD pioneer scheme to tackle food waste in supply chain
In a bid to combat food waste, recipe box company Gousto is partnering with DPD to facilitate the rerouting of any failed box deliveries to a food distribution charity, FareShare.
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ArticleA brand owner’s view on packaging trends in the food delivery space
It's no secret that the food delivery sector is growing at a rapid rate. In light of this, what sustainability, logistical, and cost factors does the packaging industry need to be aware of?
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ArticleSCALA: Supply chain optimisation key in meeting net-zero emissions pledge
John Perry, managing director of supply chain and logistics consultancy SCALA, comments on the steps businesses can take to meet their net-zero ambitions and optimise their supply chains.
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ArticleMondi and ACMI team up on paper pallet wrapping system
Mondi has collaborated with an Italian machine producer, ACMI, to create a new wrapping system for pallets that uses paper instead of plastic.