NIR testing highlights factors which influence sorting flexible packaging materials

AN international collaboration to provide independent, scientific data linked to design, sortability and mechanical recyclability of flexible packaging has published its first report –...

‘First of its kind’ fully compostable coffee capsule lid unveiled

PACKAGING developer and manufacturer TIPA has launched what the firm is calling a 'first of its kind' fully compostable coffee capsule lid, in collaboration...

easyJet to cut waste by equipping flight crew with reusable cups and cutlery

EASYJET is to equip all 14,000 of its flight crew with reusable cups and cutlery in a bid to cut down on disposable single-use...

Steel packaging exceeds recycling target with new calculation methodology

APEAL, the Association of European Producers of Steel for Packaging, has announced that independently verified figures show that steel packaging has already met its...

Recycling tech specialist bolsters senior team

RECYCLING technology specialist Polytag has announced two senior appointments following a year where the business has grown by 50%. Virlina Choquette, head of client experience...

Paper wrapping solution aims to give bag manufacturer an advantage

MONDI has announced it has introduced its Advantage StretchWrap, a paper wrapping solution that replaces plastic stretch film, to Sentrex, a European manufacturer of...

Dantex adds ‘eco-friendly’ technology to PicoJet range of digital UV inkjet presses

DANTEX Group has been working with inks and coatings specialist, ACTEGA, to integrate ECOLEAF technology into its PicoJet range of digital UV inkjet presses. With...

Recycle-ready packaging is a wrap for premium cheese

AMCOR and French cheese producer Fromagerie Milleret have teamed up to create a new recycle-ready paper packaging for the company’s Le Baron Brie and...

Sabert introduces recyclable food packaging solution

SABERT Corporation Europe has announced the launch of Tray2Go, a recyclable packaging solution for sushi, other chilled food-to-go, confectionery and bakery products. The product is...

Smurfit Kappa digital solution aims to drive supply chain sustainability and efficiencies

SMURFIT Kappa has announced the launch of its new SupplySmart digital solution, which is designed to help businesses adapt their packaging to increase efficiency...