EU sets new bioeconomy plan to scale bio-based industries
The European Commission has approved a new Strategic Framework for a Competitive and Sustainable EU (European Union) Bioeconomy, outlining measures…
28 Nov 2025
SÜDPACK begins PharmaGuard blister capacity expansion in Germany
SÜDPACK, the producer of films for the packaging sector, has started work on a capacity expansion for its PharmaGuard blister packaging range at its logistics site in Erolzheim, Germany. The…
28 Nov 2025
RecyClass approves nitrocellulose-free inks for flexible packaging
Cross-industry European initiative RecyClass has approved a new range of nitrocellulose-free inks for use in surface and reverse printing on flexible plastic packaging. The approval came after testing confirmed that…
28 Nov 2025
Plein.nl reports packaging waste cut with DS Smith collaboration
Dutch online pharmacy Plein.nl reports significant gains in packaging efficiency and process reliability following a year-long optimisation programme carried out with packaging company DS Smith. The retailer installed two new packing machines…
27 Nov 2025
Colorado report shows recycling gains but diversion still lags nation
The US state of Colorado’s recycling and composting performance improved in 2024 but still trails national levels, according to the ninth State of Recycling and Composting in Colorado report from…
27 Nov 2025
Henkel to roll out redesigned Pritt glue stick packs from 2026
Henkel, a producer of adhesives, sealants and functional coatings, is preparing to roll out new packaging for its Pritt glue sticks across European markets, with redesigned cardboard blisters to appear…
27 Nov 2025
Valmet to rebuild Wuzhou Special Paper’s recycled board machine
Valmet, the Finnish supplier of technologies and automation services for the pulp and paper sector, has been selected to rebuild a paper machine and supply two winders for Wuzhou Special Paper’s…