LDPE (soft plastic used in packaging) sees mixed demand
Low‑density polyethylene (LDPE) is a flexible, lightweight plastic commonly seen in everyday packaging—from sandwich bags and shrink wrap to tubing …
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Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) now law in Kenya
Kenya has implemented the Sustainable Waste Management (Extended Producer Responsibility) Regulations, Legal Notice No 176 of 2024, marking a major shift …
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Smart and sustainable food packaging trends
From biodegradable films to smart labelling systems, food packaging innovations are transforming the way we protect, store, and transport what …
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Qwarzo’s packaging gains traction in Europe with global brands
Italian packaging company Qwarzo is expanding its presence in Europe with the global brands, adopting its “breakthrough” mineral-based technology. Its technology …
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UK government agrees to reassess EPR scheme: UKHospitality
The UK government has agreed to investigate a new approach to the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) scheme, stated UKHospitality. This decision …
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Call for child-proof cannabis packaging in UK homes
Growing availability of medicinal cannabis in the UK has sparked fresh concerns over safe storage, particularly in households with young …
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What’s next for liquid packaging?
From the milk cartons in our fridges to the shampoo bottles in our bathrooms, liquid packaging is an integral part …
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UPM Raflatac division eyes growth with rebrand
Finnish label material company UPM Raflatac’s business area and reporting segment is set to be rebranded with a new name, …
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Elopak and Kompak unveil eco-friendly packaging initiative in the Netherlands
Elopak, a provider of carton packaging and filling machinery, has teamed up with Kompak Netherland, a European contract packer in …
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AI startup Birch licenses NREL technology for enzymatic plastic recycling
Birch Biosciences has entered into a global patent licensing agreement with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) of the US …
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Faller Packaging to begin folding carton manufacturing in Horsens, Denmark
Faller Packaging is set to begin folding carton manufacturing at its new facility in Horsens, Denmark, by late 2025. This move …
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FirmaPak expands global footprint with Lighthouse Packaging acquisition
FirmaPak, a producer of blow-moulded packaging solutions, has acquired Lighthouse Packaging, a blow moulder and decorator located in Corona, California, …
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Clear labelling and recyclability now critical in EU markets
More than three-quarters of European consumers are concerned about the environmental impact of packaging, according to a new consumer survey …
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Mondi launches eco-friendly paper bag for humidity-sensitive goods
Mondi has launched a sustainable, high-barrier paper bag intended to safeguard humidity-sensitive products. The bag, dubbed PaperPlus Bag Advanced, significantly reduces …
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Legacy Paper Group resumes Port Huron paper machine operations
The Legacy Paper Group, a division of BMI Group US, has revealed its intention to resume operations of Paper Machine …
