Packaging Europe staff writers

Could one of the oldest packaging materials solve modern sustainability challenges?

In its never-ending search for alternative packaging materials, our industry is looking far and wide. In recent times, we’

The growing role of co-packing - with Ton Knipscheer

Plant-based Morro Coating applied to Transcend’s quick-service food packs

In a multi-year commercial supply agreement with 2M Group of Companies, Transcend Packaging will help upscale Xampla’s plant-

From pilot to practice: Why reuse needs global coordination

At SPC Engage and the Sustainable Packaging Summit this November, speakers will explore how to advance reusable packaging with a

Thermo Fisher Scientific launches ‘100% curbside recyclable’ ambient shipping solution

Thermo Fisher Scientific has introduced an ambient shipping solution for 125,000 of its Invitrogen antibodies, said to represent a

Project to establish bio-based value chain for bioplastics kicks off

Involving 14 partners from 8 countries, the POLYMEER project has officially begun, aiming to convert wet brewers’ spent grain (BSG)

CO2 from incinerated waste turned into biodegradable plastic in ‘world first’

Fortum Recycling & Waste says it has converted CO2 emissions from waste incineration into biodegradable plastic in a bid to

Mondi’s €95 million mill investment bolsters ‘heavy-duty’ kraft production

Mondi has completed a €95 million investment to increase kraftliner capacity at its Świecie containerboard mill by 55,000 tonnes

EndFlex aims to improve efficiency with wrap-around case packer

EndFlex has launched its Boxxer Wrap Around Case Packer, apparently designed to provide ‘unparalleled efficiency and versatility’ and use less

Sustainability Awards 2024 Finalist Interview: Taghleef’s PHA-based films designed for home compostability

As part of our Sustainability Awards Finalist Interview series, we asked Taghleef Industries about its development of biaxially-oriented PHA-

PET: The Future of Sustainable Food and Beverage Packaging

About the webinar Driven by the need for sustainability, cost effectiveness, and improved operational efficiencies, the food and beverage packaging

Chivas Regal announces redesigned bottle with 25% glass weight reduction

Whisky company Chivas Regal has unveiled a new look for its Chivas Regal 18, with a reported 25% glass weight