Essentra unveils tear tape for flexible packaging
ESSENTRA Tapes has launched what it says is the first tear tape for flexible packaging to combine the sustainability of recycled polyester (rPET).
The new...
SIG paper straws set to be launched in Europe
SIG's fully recyclable and renewable paper straw solution for aseptic carton packs is to be launched for the first time in Europe by Intermarché,...
New sausage packaging utilises recycled plastic
A new product line by poultry sausage brand Gutfried is to be packaged in a material largely made from recycled plastic.
The firm said that...
Tetra Pak sets net zero emissions target
TETRA Pak has outlined its sustainability commitment by setting an ambition for net zero emissions across the value chain by 2050, supporting this with...
Lockdown drives spike in aluminium packaging recycling rates
NEW figures released by the Environment Agency showed that 17,066 tonnes of aluminium packaging were collected for recycling in May – an increase of...
Smurfit Kappa develops EPS frozen food packaging alternative
SMURFIT Kappa has launched a sustainable new pack which keeps frozen and chilled foods fresh throughout the supply chain.
Made from a 100% paper-based combination...
New packaging concepts unveiled for minced meat
SÜDPACK is launching two new packaging concepts for minced meat that do without bottom trays.
Both concepts are described as mono-material packaging solutions based on...
Nestlé launches paper packaging for Smarties sharing block
NESTLÉ has completed an 'important' step in moving its Smarties confectionery range to paper packaging by unveiling a new recycled wrapper for its Smarties...
Slashing food waste with induction heat seals
Food waste has been in the headlines for a long time and in this season of supply chain challenges, making the most of such...
Compostability and barrier performance: a match made in packaging heaven
By Mark Shaw, new product development technical manager at Parkside
A significant shift in consumer environmental awareness is driving continuous innovation in the high barrier...
