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Viscose: Full-body heat-shrink sleeves vs. full-body labels – A technical comparison

In modern packaging, full-body decoration plays a critical role in both branding and functionality. Among the most striking forms of packaging decoration are full-body decorative heat-shrink sleeves and full-body labels…
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Circular takeaway system introduced at historic open-air market in Munich

A large-scale reuse system for food and beverage packaging is being introduced at Viktualienmarkt, a historic open-air market in Munich, to reduce single-use waste in high-footfall urban environments. The initiative…
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Automated cup return machines installed at German railway station

TOMRA has installed two automated return machines for reusable cups at Freiburg Central Station, marking the first integration of this type of infrastructure within an existing urban reuse system in…
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World’s most modern tissue mill inaugurated in Sweden

Metsä Group marked the inauguration of its expanded and modernised tissue paper mill in Mariestad, Sweden, on 26 May. The opening ceremony was conducted by external representatives together with Metsä…
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Fibre-based drink lids introduced at Finland’s largest fast food chain

Huhtamaki, a provider of foodservice packaging solutions, has partnered with Hesburger, a Finland-based quick service restaurant chain, to introduce a new fibre-based lid solution for beverage applications as part of…
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Spectra: For style and versatility, say hello to The Roma Range

With its distinctive angled shoulder profile and strong contemporary lines, the Roma design offers an understated, yet sophisticated look. Developed as a family of packs to provide genuine flexibility for…
Business

Mondi research shows packaging drives customer loyalty in a digital world

Mondi has released its annual eCommerce trend report 2026 (a whitepaper combining findings of an online survey as well as expert interviews), revealing a shift in online shopping. The report…
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Packaging labelling under scrutiny as recycling confusion persists in the UK

Questions are being raised around the effectiveness of recycling labelling in the UK, with industry commentary suggesting that commonly used symbols may be contributing to consumer confusion rather than improving…
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Hay fever season highlights recycling challenges for blister packaging

Rising temperatures across parts of the UK have coincided with an increase in hay fever-related searches, with online interest in “hayfever forecast” reportedly surging as warmer, drier conditions return. The…
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Italian aluminium packaging recycling rate exceeds EU targets in latest CIAL figures

CIAL has published its 2025 recycling data, showing continued performance above current and future European targets for aluminium packaging recovery. According to the figures, the recycling rate for beverage cans…
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Viscose: Why full-body printed shrink sleeves are the ideal packaging solution for protein drinks, milkshakes and meal replacement bottles

The UK market for protein drinks, milkshakes, and meal replacement beverages is growing rapidly as consumers increasingly seek convenient, health-focused, and functional nutrition options. A YouGov survey of 2,106 UK…
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Kronus: Sustainability in packaging – what does it mean?

Sustainability is no longer a trend - it has become a defining factor in how businesses operate, compete, and grow. For companies across logistics, manufacturing, and retail, packaging plays a…
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PHA-based compostable serviceware introduced at THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson golf tournament

Sustainability initiatives are being expanded at THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson, with the introduction of PHA-based foodservice items as part of efforts to move the tournament closer to a zero-waste…
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Corrugated packaging alternative to polystyrene introduced for shutter motor protection

DS Smith, an International Paper company and a leading provider of sustainable packaging solutions made from cellulose fibres, and SOMFY, a global specialist leader in automated and connected home and…
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100 Years of Rowlinson

This year marks a significant milestone for the business – 100 years of Rowlinson. It is not often that a company can reflect on a full century of work, growth…
Business

EUROPEN launches PPWR Conformity Assessment Toolkit

As the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) starts applying in August 2026, companies across the packaging value chain are preparing to meet new compliance obligations - including mandatory conformity…
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Recycle-ready dip cup packaging helps brands meet sustainability regulations

Building on its portfolio of more sustainable product innovations, Amcor announced the commercial availability of a recycle-ready polypropylene (PP) premade dressing, condiment and sauce dip cup array to meet rapidly…
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FAO report calls for robust risk assessment for recycled plastic food packaging

The growing use of recycled plastic in food packaging and other food contact materials offers clear environmental benefits but also raises crucial chemical safety concerns that underscore the need for…
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Aopack BM3000-HD short run box maker for modern corrugated packaging

The rapid growth of e-commerce has created a strong demand for short-run corrugated box production. Today, brands and online retailers need packaging for many different product categories, sizes, and order…
Business

Heavy-duty automotive packaging improves protection and cuts costs by up to 42%

Mondi has partnered with Ovoko, a leading online marketplace for car parts, to co-create packaging tailored to the demands of its eCommerce supply chain. eCommerce is often associated with small…
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U.S. Plastics Pact releases new strategies to enable composting at scale

The U.S. Plastics Pact (USPP) today released a new resource outlining how well-designed policies can accelerate composting infrastructure, support compostable packaging systems, and divert food waste and food-contaminated materials from…
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Göteborgsvarvet half marathon switches to plastic-free cups at hydration stations

When Göteborgsvarvet takes place on 23 May 2026, all hydration stations along the course will offer drinks in completely plastic‑free cups. The shift to plastic‑free solutions is made possible through…
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TIPA: Alpine Fresh – A bold step toward the future of packaging

Two years ago, Alpine Fresh, through its brand Hippie Organics, took a bold step that would redefine sustainable packaging in the fresh produce industry. A fully compostable asparagus bag –…
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EU steel packaging recycling reaches record high

Steel for Packaging Europe (SfPE) has confirmed that steel packaging has once again achieved a new record EU recycling rate. The latest figures, calculated using the EU’s harmonised methodology which…