SIG’s new aseptic carton filling machines target high output and flexibility
SIG has expanded its SIG Neo portfolio with new filling machines for aseptic cartons – seeking to offer high output and
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SMEs ask EU to suspend and simplify PPWR’s authorized representative rules
EU policymakers must suspend the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation’s requirement for SMEs to appoint authorized representatives in each
How Amazon tests and uses ‘stretchier’ paper packaging instead of plastic
Amazon is developing ‘extensible’ paper packaging with a water-soluble coating, said to double or triple the flexibility of standard
All-plastic cosmetic pump from Aptar Beauty targets full recyclability
Aptar Beauty’s new, all-plastic cosmetic pump is designed to withstand e-commerce deliveries and maximize recyclability in hair
Non-EU companies selling in Europe held to new e-commerce and customs rules
The European Parliament has approved a major reform of the EU Customs Code that treats non-EU businesses selling to
German Federal Government backs registration exemptions for EU SMEs
The German Federal Ministry for the Environment has developed an amendment proposal to update the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation
MEP implores EU to simplify international sales for online SMEs under PPWR
MEP Regina Doherty has written to EU Commissioner Jessika Roswall requesting ‘urgent action, simpler rules and proper protections’ for European
Are PPWR requirements pricing small traders out of the single market?
The EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) was designed to harmonise packaging rules across the bloc, but small
Recyclable paper mailer helps e-commerce businesses comply with waste laws
RRD has revealed a paper-based mailer with a peel-and-seal strip and instant-bond adhesive – designed for kerbside
Mondi introduces laser marking concept for e-commerce packaging
Mondi has unveiled a new packaging concept combining a corrugated outer box with recyclable, laser-marked flexible packaging, designed for
A closer look at Fraunhofer IML’s new carton set optimization tool CASTN
The CASTN tool (Carton Set Optimization) helps to make the actual filled percentage of each carton visible. Reports have shown
IPG reveals Air Pillow Film with PCR and PIR content
IPG has unveiled its new PCR Air Pillow Film, a protective void-fill packaging solution said to feature 35% third-