International Paper considering sale of its European packaging division
International Paper is in discussions with prospective bidders regarding the potential sale of its EMEA packaging business. In a statement,
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Sustainability
Sustainability Awards 2026 Finalist Interview: Novamont and CCM’s ovenable ready meal tray
Ing. Alberto Castellanza, Director of Markets and Products Development at Novamont S.p.A., discusses the company’s ovenable ready
Recycled polymer procurement platform raises €5.1m in seed funding
Ambio has raised €5.1 million for its AI-native, end-to-end procurement solution for recycled plastics in a
Plans for new plastic tax in Germany
The German Ministry for Finance has proposed draft legislation for a plastic tax (Plastiksteuer) for businesses with a proposed start
EU Commission offers EPR guidance for small businesses under PPWR
The European Commission has published new guidance to clarify Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) obligations for small businesses operating across Member
Sidel’s new roll-fed labelling platform unlocks partial labels for drink bottles
Sidel has revealed EvoDECO, its next-generation roll-fed labelling solution for partial beverage labels – designed to offer ‘significantly lower’
Why packaging data has become a shared priority
Leaders from across the packaging industry, approaching the issue from very different positions, are converging on the same diagnosis: nobody
Innovation hunt at TOKYO PACK 2026: user experience and sustainability
Live from the show floor at TOKYO PACK 2026, Packaging Europe’s director Tim Sykes walks us through some of
Why is Nestlé discontinuing its paper-based Nespresso capsules?
Nestlé will no longer offer paper-based capsules for its Nespresso coffee brand – a decision it attributes to consumer feedback
Nivea Creme tin now made from 95% recycled aluminium
Novelis and Beiersdorf have announced that the iconic Nivea Creme tin is now made from 95% recycled aluminium. The companies
Collection points established for Shellworks’ plant-based, compostable packs
MYGroup is rolling out a take-back network to recycle beauty packaging made from Shellworks’ plant-based, compostable biomaterial – aiming
The Talking Point: Esko explores sustainability intelligence
We sat down with Geert de Proost, Director of product offering, and Susie Stitzel, Director of product management, Esko, to
Beverages
Cazcabel Tequila unveils new bottle for Blanco and Reposado
Cazcabel Tequila has redesigned the bottle for its Blanco and Reposado tequilas, with the new 70cl bottle rolling out in
Innovation hunt at TOKYO PACK 2026: user experience and sustainability
Live from the show floor at TOKYO PACK 2026, Packaging Europe’s director Tim Sykes walks us through some of
Why is Nestlé discontinuing its paper-based Nespresso capsules?
Nestlé will no longer offer paper-based capsules for its Nespresso coffee brand – a decision it attributes to consumer feedback
Collectable coffee cans mark release of Marvel’s new Avengers film
Happy Products has unveiled a ready-to-drink coffee line in eight collector’s edition cans to celebrate Marvel Studios’
Beyond the pandemic: the reshaping of the packaging industry
Post-COVID, and after the subsequent adjustment period, what new trends are affecting the packaging industry? Neil Osment, Managing Director
Smart Bin by Huskee simplifies return experience for reusable containers
BioPak’s Huskee brand has developed an intelligent, IoT-enabled Smart Bin for reusable cups and containers – intended to simplify
Pulpex opens first commercial facility for paper bottle manufacturing
Pulpex has opened its first commercial manufacturing facility for fibre bottles, scaling up from pilot-scale production with an initial
SIG creates bag-in-box fitment to dispense food and drink smoothly
SIG has revealed a bag-in-box fitment for easy connection and flexible dispensing in foodservice operations. SIG CleanClic Connect
DoorDash develops aircraft, packaging and infrastructure for drone delivery
DoorDash has revealed a purpose-built autonomous aircraft for its drone delivery system, having designed specific packaging and infrastructure for
Hyaku-Pa wins award for reusable green tea paper tube and display box
Hyaku-Pa’s portable paper tube and display box for its shakeable green tea leaves – designed for on-the-go
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
SunDance’s customizable coffee valve pouches designed to keep coffee fresh
SunDance’s new custom coffee valve pouches aim to combine product freshness with flexible, digital printing for low minimum order
Food
New flexo inks target food-safe, low-migration labels and packaging
Sun Chemical has launched its SolarFlex FSP UV flexographic ink range as a food-safe, low-migration and high-quality
Innovation hunt at TOKYO PACK 2026: user experience and sustainability
Live from the show floor at TOKYO PACK 2026, Packaging Europe’s director Tim Sykes walks us through some of
Beyond the pandemic: the reshaping of the packaging industry
Post-COVID, and after the subsequent adjustment period, what new trends are affecting the packaging industry? Neil Osment, Managing Director
Smart Bin by Huskee simplifies return experience for reusable containers
BioPak’s Huskee brand has developed an intelligent, IoT-enabled Smart Bin for reusable cups and containers – intended to simplify
Südpack strengthens flexographic printing capabilities
Südpack’s Competence Center for flexo printing in Kłobuck, Poland, has invested in a high-performance flexo print system. The
Recycled plastic pallet to slot into automated fresh produce supply chains
Tosca’s recycled and reusable euro-size pallet, developed alongside Cabka, aims to help fresh produce supply chains comply with
SIG creates bag-in-box fitment to dispense food and drink smoothly
SIG has revealed a bag-in-box fitment for easy connection and flexible dispensing in foodservice operations. SIG CleanClic Connect
Tetra Pak launches paper-based ice cream wrapping solution
The company's new ice cream packaging solution is made from up to 85% paper from FSC™-certified forests
DoorDash develops aircraft, packaging and infrastructure for drone delivery
DoorDash has revealed a purpose-built autonomous aircraft for its drone delivery system, having designed specific packaging and infrastructure for
Recyclable, biodegradable and plant-based EPS alternative secures funding
iBoxit Limited has secured £400,000 in funding to support the development and commercial readiness of its recyclable, plant-based
Amcor and Choví debut mono-PP flip-top closure for smooth sauce dispensing
Amcor has unveiled a bespoke, mono-polypropylene flip-top closure for sauce brand Choví, designed to control the sauce’s
SunDance’s customizable coffee valve pouches designed to keep coffee fresh
SunDance’s new custom coffee valve pouches aim to combine product freshness with flexible, digital printing for low minimum order
Pharmaceutical
Recyclable, high-barrier polypropylene pharma blister revealed by ACG
ACG Packaging Materials has released RecycloPod PP Ultra, a polypropylene-based blister packaging system that offers recyclability and barrier protection
Jute-based packaging keeps pharma products cool and safe in transit
Ecocool has developed insulated packaging – including components made from recycled jute, cotton and starch – to ship temperature-sensitive medicines within
Compact collaborative palletizer designed for heavy cases in limited space
FlexLink has launched RC20: a compact, standardized collaborative palletizing cell designed to handle heavier cases and high-throughput applications in
Nemera launches bi-dose nasal spray solution
Drug delivery device company Nemera has announced its DuoSpray bi-dose nasal spray platform, a ‘non-invasive, needle free’ administration
Opalescence Whitening introduces pre-filled whitening trays
Teeth whitening brand Opalescence has introduced pre-filled Opalescence Go Advanced whitening trays, said to remove the need for an
Wiliot and CISC partner to increase testing of IoT Pixels for labels
Supply chain AI platform Wiliot and testing and measurement solutions company CISC have partnered to support high-volume functional testing
Syntegon reveals pilot-scale tablet coater for variable batch sizes
Syntegon has expanded its Oral Solid Dosage (OSD) processing range with the Sepion 75, a pilot-scale tablet coater designed
BioBTX to convert plastic waste into renewable aromatics with new factory
BioBTX has begun constructing the first commercial-scale factory for its proprietary Integrated Catalytic Cracking Process (ICCP) technology, expected to
Gerresheimer to sell plastic packaging business for €1.5 billion
Gerresheimer, a major manufacturer of pharma packaging, is selling its plastic packaging business to a UK-based private equity firm
WeighPack seeks increased throughput with new pouch bagger
WeighPack Systems has announced its new Swifty S-3600 Duplex high-speed pre-made pouch bagger, part of its Swifty
Engineer-to-order platform for assembling medical devices now available
After debuting at interpack 2026, IMA MED-TECH’s new modular engineer-to-order platform for medical device assembly is
Identiv releases Bluetooth inlays and labels in collaboration with Wiliot
Identiv has announced its new range of Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) inlays and labels, made with Wiliot’s Gen3 IC
reuse
Smart Bin by Huskee simplifies return experience for reusable containers
BioPak’s Huskee brand has developed an intelligent, IoT-enabled Smart Bin for reusable cups and containers – intended to simplify
An American perspective on sustainable packaging progress
How do sustainable packaging topics in the United States fit into the global conversation, and what can different regions learn
Recycled plastic pallet to slot into automated fresh produce supply chains
Tosca’s recycled and reusable euro-size pallet, developed alongside Cabka, aims to help fresh produce supply chains comply with
Operators unite to harmonize reusable e-commerce infrastructure across Europe
The New European Reuse Alliance (New ERA) is spearheading an industry-led initiative that seeks to develop shared principles, a
Reusable shipping boxes now offer pre-zipped zipper or slip-on lid
Brangs + Heinrich has introduced two quick-closure options to its Hey Circle reusable shipping box lineup – a pre-zipped zipper
Hyaku-Pa wins award for reusable green tea paper tube and display box
Hyaku-Pa’s portable paper tube and display box for its shakeable green tea leaves – designed for on-the-go
Silgan presents new pump for refillable moulded glass formats
Silgan Dispensing has introduced its Melodie Pirouette SNI 13 pump, a solution that is designed to enable perfume houses to
TOMRA introduces small-format reverse vending machine
A new space-saving reverse vending machine from TOMRA can handle PET plastic and metal cans and sets out to
Tap&Reuse reusable cup scheme nominated for environmental contribution award
Circular&Co and the University of Chichester’s Tap&Reuse scheme for reusable cups – reported to have prevented
Inside the single-use cup investigation that put McDonald’s in hot water
The Fair Resource Foundation filed an enforcement request against McDonald’s Netherlands for breaking Dutch law and serving single-use
Local associations support dropping mandatory plastic bottle deposit in France
France Urbaine, l’Association des Maires de France (AMF), Intercommunalités de France and the Cercle National du Recyclage (CNR) praise
Print and Labelling
New flexo inks target food-safe, low-migration labels and packaging
Sun Chemical has launched its SolarFlex FSP UV flexographic ink range as a food-safe, low-migration and high-quality
Sidel’s new roll-fed labelling platform unlocks partial labels for drink bottles
Sidel has revealed EvoDECO, its next-generation roll-fed labelling solution for partial beverage labels – designed to offer ‘significantly lower’
Collectable coffee cans mark release of Marvel’s new Avengers film
Happy Products has unveiled a ready-to-drink coffee line in eight collector’s edition cans to celebrate Marvel Studios’
Südpack strengthens flexographic printing capabilities
Südpack’s Competence Center for flexo printing in Kłobuck, Poland, has invested in a high-performance flexo print system. The
Futamura and Bio4life develop home and industrially compostable PSA label
Futamura and Bio4life have collaborated on a certified home and industrially compostable PSA label, designed to help retailers and packers
Avery Dennison announces new Bluetooth label range for advanced tracking
Avery Dennison has revealed its AD Visi product line, a new range of Active Bluetooth Low Energy labels designed to
UPM extends barrier paper technology for label face papers
UPM Specialty Materials has extended its barrier paper technology to label face papers for the first time under its new
Sustainability Awards Finalist Interview: Polytag’s UV tag system for recycling data
Nominated in the Thinking Big category of this year’s Sustainability Awards, we asked finalist Polytag a few questions to
Stahl introduces PPWR-compliant metallic coatings
Global specialty coatings provider Stahl has unveiled its Senoprint portfolio of metallic coatings, aiming to reduce waste and align with
AstroNova launches new desktop industrial colour label printer
AstroNova has introduced its flagship QuickLabel QL-125 desktop industrial colour label printer, said to deliver ‘dramatically lower’ total cost
Huel serves high-protein ramen in plastic cup with separable cardboard wrap
Huel is using Greiner Packaging’s K3 cups with a separable cardboard wrap for its High Protein Ramen Noodle Cups,
E-commerce
DoorDash develops aircraft, packaging and infrastructure for drone delivery
DoorDash has revealed a purpose-built autonomous aircraft for its drone delivery system, having designed specific packaging and infrastructure for
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
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-
Renewables
Why is Nestlé discontinuing its paper-based Nespresso capsules?
Nestlé will no longer offer paper-based capsules for its Nespresso coffee brand – a decision it attributes to consumer feedback
Collection points established for Shellworks’ plant-based, compostable packs
MYGroup is rolling out a take-back network to recycle beauty packaging made from Shellworks’ plant-based, compostable biomaterial – aiming
An American perspective on sustainable packaging progress
How do sustainable packaging topics in the United States fit into the global conversation, and what can different regions learn
Tetra Pak launches paper-based ice cream wrapping solution
The company's new ice cream packaging solution is made from up to 85% paper from FSC™-certified forests
Recyclable, biodegradable and plant-based EPS alternative secures funding
iBoxit Limited has secured £400,000 in funding to support the development and commercial readiness of its recyclable, plant-based
Home-compostable cling films brought to foodservice market in Europe
Purple Planet Packaging will distribute deep-tech start-up N&E Innovations’ home-compostable cling films made from tropical
Jute-based packaging keeps pharma products cool and safe in transit
Ecocool has developed insulated packaging – including components made from recycled jute, cotton and starch – to ship temperature-sensitive medicines within
Releaf Paper and RDM Group reveal recycled board made from fallen leaves
RDM Group’s Eska has joined forces with Releaf Paper to launch Eska Leaf, a recycled solid board made from
Smol and Pulpex launch pulp fibre laundry detergent bottle
Smol has teamed up with Pulpex to launch a laundry detergent bottle made from pulp fibre. Set for an autumn
Fibre-based food tray adopts double-rim structure for fresh protein market
MM Packaging Deeside has upgraded its fibre-based food tray, GreenPeel, with a new double-rim structure – a move set
Personal Care
Innovation hunt at TOKYO PACK 2026: user experience and sustainability
Live from the show floor at TOKYO PACK 2026, Packaging Europe’s director Tim Sykes walks us through some of
Nivea Creme tin now made from 95% recycled aluminium
Novelis and Beiersdorf have announced that the iconic Nivea Creme tin is now made from 95% recycled aluminium. The companies
Collection points established for Shellworks’ plant-based, compostable packs
MYGroup is rolling out a take-back network to recycle beauty packaging made from Shellworks’ plant-based, compostable biomaterial – aiming
Beyond the pandemic: the reshaping of the packaging industry
Post-COVID, and after the subsequent adjustment period, what new trends are affecting the packaging industry? Neil Osment, Managing Director
Kneipp trials Sonoco’s fibre-based can for limited-edition bath crystals
Kneipp has launched its limited-edition bath crystals in Sonoco’s fibre-based GreenCan packaging in a bid to unlock
Pulpex opens first commercial facility for paper bottle manufacturing
Pulpex has opened its first commercial manufacturing facility for fibre bottles, scaling up from pilot-scale production with an initial
Silgan presents new pump for refillable moulded glass formats
Silgan Dispensing has introduced its Melodie Pirouette SNI 13 pump, a solution that is designed to enable perfume houses to
Unilever’s ‘extravagant’ spray can holder makes fun of luxury fragrance bottles
Unilever and LOLA Madrid have revealed The Axe Holder, a ‘deliberately extravagant’ bottle that plays on consumer perceptions of luxury
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
Italy permits compostable plastics for fresh produce, condiments and more
Italy has passed a law that mandates compostable versions of single-use plastic packaging formats that will otherwise be banned
ALPLA presents foam dispenser pump made of mono-material
ALPLA has announced it is launching a mono-material foam dispenser pump made of polypropylene. With this innovation, the global
Smol and Pulpex launch pulp fibre laundry detergent bottle
Smol has teamed up with Pulpex to launch a laundry detergent bottle made from pulp fibre. Set for an autumn
Rigid Packaging
Cazcabel Tequila unveils new bottle for Blanco and Reposado
Cazcabel Tequila has redesigned the bottle for its Blanco and Reposado tequilas, with the new 70cl bottle rolling out in
Innovation hunt at TOKYO PACK 2026: user experience and sustainability
Live from the show floor at TOKYO PACK 2026, Packaging Europe’s director Tim Sykes walks us through some of
Nivea Creme tin now made from 95% recycled aluminium
Novelis and Beiersdorf have announced that the iconic Nivea Creme tin is now made from 95% recycled aluminium. The companies
Kneipp trials Sonoco’s fibre-based can for limited-edition bath crystals
Kneipp has launched its limited-edition bath crystals in Sonoco’s fibre-based GreenCan packaging in a bid to unlock
Recycled plastic pallet to slot into automated fresh produce supply chains
Tosca’s recycled and reusable euro-size pallet, developed alongside Cabka, aims to help fresh produce supply chains comply with
Recyclable, high-barrier polypropylene pharma blister revealed by ACG
ACG Packaging Materials has released RecycloPod PP Ultra, a polypropylene-based blister packaging system that offers recyclability and barrier protection
Investments to boost Borouge’s mechanical recycling capacity for plastics
Borouge International has invested in mechanical recycling capacity at multiple plastic recycling facilities, aiming to boost its annual output by
Reusable shipping boxes now offer pre-zipped zipper or slip-on lid
Brangs + Heinrich has introduced two quick-closure options to its Hey Circle reusable shipping box lineup – a pre-zipped zipper
Hyaku-Pa wins award for reusable green tea paper tube and display box
Hyaku-Pa’s portable paper tube and display box for its shakeable green tea leaves – designed for on-the-go
Recyclable, biodegradable and plant-based EPS alternative secures funding
iBoxit Limited has secured £400,000 in funding to support the development and commercial readiness of its recyclable, plant-based
Amcor and Choví debut mono-PP flip-top closure for smooth sauce dispensing
Amcor has unveiled a bespoke, mono-polypropylene flip-top closure for sauce brand Choví, designed to control the sauce’s
Silgan presents new pump for refillable moulded glass formats
Silgan Dispensing has introduced its Melodie Pirouette SNI 13 pump, a solution that is designed to enable perfume houses to
Recyclability
Recycled polymer procurement platform raises €5.1m in seed funding
Ambio has raised €5.1 million for its AI-native, end-to-end procurement solution for recycled plastics in a
Why packaging data has become a shared priority
Leaders from across the packaging industry, approaching the issue from very different positions, are converging on the same diagnosis: nobody
Innovation hunt at TOKYO PACK 2026: user experience and sustainability
Live from the show floor at TOKYO PACK 2026, Packaging Europe’s director Tim Sykes walks us through some of
Why is Nestlé discontinuing its paper-based Nespresso capsules?
Nestlé will no longer offer paper-based capsules for its Nespresso coffee brand – a decision it attributes to consumer feedback
Collection points established for Shellworks’ plant-based, compostable packs
MYGroup is rolling out a take-back network to recycle beauty packaging made from Shellworks’ plant-based, compostable biomaterial – aiming
Weavabel designs closed-loop polybag recycling system for clothing operations
Weavabel has launched a closed-loop polybag recycling system to help the apparel supply chain keep its plastic packaging waste
Kneipp trials Sonoco’s fibre-based can for limited-edition bath crystals
Kneipp has launched its limited-edition bath crystals in Sonoco’s fibre-based GreenCan packaging in a bid to unlock
An American perspective on sustainable packaging progress
How do sustainable packaging topics in the United States fit into the global conversation, and what can different regions learn
Recycled plastic pallet to slot into automated fresh produce supply chains
Tosca’s recycled and reusable euro-size pallet, developed alongside Cabka, aims to help fresh produce supply chains comply with
Pulpex opens first commercial facility for paper bottle manufacturing
Pulpex has opened its first commercial manufacturing facility for fibre bottles, scaling up from pilot-scale production with an initial
'Industry-first' common protocol for evaluating film packaging recyclability in Japan
The artience Group, through its packaging solutions subsidiary Toyo Ink Co., Ltd., and DIC Corporation has announced the development of
Recyclable, high-barrier polypropylene pharma blister revealed by ACG
ACG Packaging Materials has released RecycloPod PP Ultra, a polypropylene-based blister packaging system that offers recyclability and barrier protection
Carbon Emissions
Nivea Creme tin now made from 95% recycled aluminium
Novelis and Beiersdorf have announced that the iconic Nivea Creme tin is now made from 95% recycled aluminium. The companies
Software partnership aims to tackle packaging overuse
Macfarlane Packaging has partnered with Lancaster University to design software intended to help customers reduce excess packaging by an average
BASF reveals paper coating dispersions with reduced product carbon footprint
BASF is launching a portfolio of dispersions for paper coating that claim to reduce product carbon footprint (PCF) by approximately
Amcor and Dow join forces in low-carbon packaging project
Materials company Dow and packaging manufacturer Amcor have announced a new strategic collaboration that aims to produce new low-carbon
Reuseabox partners with Faith In Nature to reuse over 13,000 boxes annually
Natural beauty company Faith In Nature is sending its excess cardboard packaging to Reuseabox in a bid to reuse over
Everything you need to know about the EU’s upcoming environmental claim law
The European Commission has published an FAQ document for the Directive on Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition, clarifying the
A look at Telefónica Germany ‘s new SIOC home router packaging
The pack, made from FSC-certified cartonboard, is set up as a ready-to-ship solution, and reportedly increases container
Flagship project targets drop-in bioethanol intermediate to reduce emissions
The Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) has funded RenewChem, a two-year flagship initiative anticipated to unlock
Draft standard for more sustainable glassmaking now open for consultation
ResponsibleGlass has published the first draft of its International Standard for Glassmaking, with its global sustainability standard, certification and labelling
Funding for Wayout’s drinking water infrastructure set to tackle plastic waste
Wayout has successfully closed an oversubscribed Series A extension, set to support the deployment of its distributed drinking water infrastructure
KFC and Pizza Hut’s packaging progress revealed in parent company's report
From Pizza Hut implementing recycled polypropylene into its wing bowls to KFC investing in reuse models, Yum! Brands’ latest sustainability
Flatfish shipped in certified recycled EPS to cut carbon emissions by 30%
Flatfish producer Flatlantic is transporting fresh seafood in BEWI’s certified recycled EPS boxes – a move hoped to reduce carbon
Consumer Experience
Innovation hunt at TOKYO PACK 2026: user experience and sustainability
Live from the show floor at TOKYO PACK 2026, Packaging Europe’s director Tim Sykes walks us through some of
Why is Nestlé discontinuing its paper-based Nespresso capsules?
Nestlé will no longer offer paper-based capsules for its Nespresso coffee brand – a decision it attributes to consumer feedback
Collectable coffee cans mark release of Marvel’s new Avengers film
Happy Products has unveiled a ready-to-drink coffee line in eight collector’s edition cans to celebrate Marvel Studios’
Beyond the pandemic: the reshaping of the packaging industry
Post-COVID, and after the subsequent adjustment period, what new trends are affecting the packaging industry? Neil Osment, Managing Director
Amcor and Choví debut mono-PP flip-top closure for smooth sauce dispensing
Amcor has unveiled a bespoke, mono-polypropylene flip-top closure for sauce brand Choví, designed to control the sauce’s
Unilever’s ‘extravagant’ spray can holder makes fun of luxury fragrance bottles
Unilever and LOLA Madrid have revealed The Axe Holder, a ‘deliberately extravagant’ bottle that plays on consumer perceptions of luxury
Recyclable pizza packaging keeps deliveries hot and showcases dine-in food
Klöckner Pentaplast (kp) has unveiled kp Infinity Tavola, a recyclable packaging solution that keeps pizzas warm in delivery applications while
ALPLA presents foam dispenser pump made of mono-material
ALPLA has announced it is launching a mono-material foam dispenser pump made of polypropylene. With this innovation, the global
Capri Sun unveils limited-edition Big Pouch format
Capri Sun has revealed a limited-edition Big Pouch, said to be nine inches tall, twice as wide and hold
Tap&Reuse reusable cup scheme nominated for environmental contribution award
Circular&Co and the University of Chichester’s Tap&Reuse scheme for reusable cups – reported to have prevented
How did bottle caps become the latest victim of the culture wars?
This content was originally sent to Packaging Europe members in The Bulletin – a weekly newsletter that includes articles like this,
Resealable canister introduced by Mars to keep crackers fresh on the go
Mars Snacking has introduced a resealable canister for its Cheez-It and Club crackers, designed to help consumers keep the
Emerging Technologies
Bower Collective and Kelpi unveil paper sachet for liquids with biobased coating
Kelpi and Bower Collective have launched a recyclable paper sachet for liquid products that uses a biobased coating made from
New plastic from University of Surrey transforms into gas when heated, reforms when cooled
Researchers at the University of Surrey have revealed a new polymer which breaks down into a gas at 90 degrees
Can seaweed-based films replace plastic?
Noriware recently closed a €4.3M seed round in a bid to scale its seaweed-based transparent film. The company
Aldi and Arla aim to boost milk bottle recycling rated with new collaboration
Aldi and Arla are working with Polytag on a project that will track milk bottles through the recycling process using
Can molded pulp finally challenge plastic?
Molded pulp has been around for decades in the form of egg cartons, fruit trays, and electronics inserts. Everyone in
AFYREN receives €3 million grant to upgrade biorefinery for biobased acids
With a €3 million grant from the Grand Est Region, AFYREN will finance performance investments at its AFYREN NEOXY biorefinery,
Industry backs updated legislation supporting competitive EU biomanufacturing
Almost 40 industry organizations have signed a joint position paper calling for policymakers to boost competitiveness, resilience, and employment in
Draft bill exempts compostables and biodegradables from PPWR’s SUP ban
The Italian Ministry of Environment and Energy Security (MASE) has presented a draft legislative proposal to exempt biodegradable and compostable
MIT uses AI to simulate shipments between warehouses in logistics network
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Mecalux have created an AI-based simulator for warehouses in a logistics network,
Submissions are open for the Sustainability Awards 2026!
The Sustainability Awards are open for submissions! From start-ups and universities to global brands and manufacturers, everyone is invited
Social Impact
Exchange for Change reveals intended producer fees for UK DRS
The Exchange for Change organisation delivering the UK’s Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) has announced the intended producer fees for
Everything you need to know about the EU’s upcoming environmental claim law
The European Commission has published an FAQ document for the Directive on Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition, clarifying the
BioBTX to convert plastic waste into renewable aromatics with new factory
BioBTX has begun constructing the first commercial-scale factory for its proprietary Integrated Catalytic Cracking Process (ICCP) technology, expected to
ResponsibleGlass opens public consultation for international glassmaking standard
ResponsibleGlass has launched the first public consultation on its International Standard for Glassmaking draft, from 20th July-18th September 2026.
Co-op utilizes NaviLens technology for own brand paper products
Co-op has introduced NaviLens QR code technology across its own-label paper products, providing product information via audio and
Behaviour change pilot including KFC, McDonald’s and Nestlé cuts litter by 16%
A pilot programme involving major brands such as KFC, Mars, McDonald’s and Nestlé - aiming to demonstrate how sustained behaviour
Ellen MacArthur Foundation collaborates with Mars, Nestlé and more to scale collection and recycling in Brazil
Drawing on findings from a new report, the Ellen MacArthur Foundation has announced a project aiming to unlock approximately over
Funding for Wayout’s drinking water infrastructure set to tackle plastic waste
Wayout has successfully closed an oversubscribed Series A extension, set to support the deployment of its distributed drinking water infrastructure
How does Download Festival handle its packaging waste?
Summer is often the height of festival season, and with thousands of people set to descend on various sites around
Bamagreen project converts plastic waste into construction and electrification products
Ayuda enAcción and adaPETation (IMG Group) have announced the second phase of the Bamagreen project in West Africa, which transforms
Flexibles
New flexo inks target food-safe, low-migration labels and packaging
Sun Chemical has launched its SolarFlex FSP UV flexographic ink range as a food-safe, low-migration and high-quality
Innovation hunt at TOKYO PACK 2026: user experience and sustainability
Live from the show floor at TOKYO PACK 2026, Packaging Europe’s director Tim Sykes walks us through some of
Weavabel designs closed-loop polybag recycling system for clothing operations
Weavabel has launched a closed-loop polybag recycling system to help the apparel supply chain keep its plastic packaging waste
Südpack strengthens flexographic printing capabilities
Südpack’s Competence Center for flexo printing in Kłobuck, Poland, has invested in a high-performance flexo print system. The
'Industry-first' common protocol for evaluating film packaging recyclability in Japan
The artience Group, through its packaging solutions subsidiary Toyo Ink Co., Ltd., and DIC Corporation has announced the development of
Investments to boost Borouge’s mechanical recycling capacity for plastics
Borouge International has invested in mechanical recycling capacity at multiple plastic recycling facilities, aiming to boost its annual output by
Sustainability Awards Finalist Interview: Mondi’s Ad/Vantage kraft paper
Mondi Group is nominated in the Renewables category of this year’s Sustainability Awards. We spoke with the company’s
SIG creates bag-in-box fitment to dispense food and drink smoothly
SIG has revealed a bag-in-box fitment for easy connection and flexible dispensing in foodservice operations. SIG CleanClic Connect
Tetra Pak launches paper-based ice cream wrapping solution
The company's new ice cream packaging solution is made from up to 85% paper from FSC™-certified forests
SunDance’s customizable coffee valve pouches designed to keep coffee fresh
SunDance’s new custom coffee valve pouches aim to combine product freshness with flexible, digital printing for low minimum order
Coveris introduces recyclable, high-barrier thermoforming pack for flatbread
Coveris, Signature Flatbreads and Al’Fez have applied PolyFlex Thermoform, a high-barrier and recyclable thermoforming packaging solution, to flatbread
Circular Economy
Sustainability Awards 2026 Finalist Interview: Novamont and CCM’s ovenable ready meal tray
Ing. Alberto Castellanza, Director of Markets and Products Development at Novamont S.p.A., discusses the company’s ovenable ready
Recycled polymer procurement platform raises €5.1m in seed funding
Ambio has raised €5.1 million for its AI-native, end-to-end procurement solution for recycled plastics in a
Innovation hunt at TOKYO PACK 2026: user experience and sustainability
Live from the show floor at TOKYO PACK 2026, Packaging Europe’s director Tim Sykes walks us through some of
Weavabel designs closed-loop polybag recycling system for clothing operations
Weavabel has launched a closed-loop polybag recycling system to help the apparel supply chain keep its plastic packaging waste
Kneipp trials Sonoco’s fibre-based can for limited-edition bath crystals
Kneipp has launched its limited-edition bath crystals in Sonoco’s fibre-based GreenCan packaging in a bid to unlock
Smart Bin by Huskee simplifies return experience for reusable containers
BioPak’s Huskee brand has developed an intelligent, IoT-enabled Smart Bin for reusable cups and containers – intended to simplify
Investments to boost Borouge’s mechanical recycling capacity for plastics
Borouge International has invested in mechanical recycling capacity at multiple plastic recycling facilities, aiming to boost its annual output by
Reusable shipping boxes now offer pre-zipped zipper or slip-on lid
Brangs + Heinrich has introduced two quick-closure options to its Hey Circle reusable shipping box lineup – a pre-zipped zipper
Circular Economy Act must strengthen EU’s EPR framework, say industry voices
EUROPEN is one of 40+ industry associations calling for a stronger Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework under the Circular Economy
How Europe should turn plastic recycling into strategic infrastructure
Beyond the environmental benefits, managing and recycling plastic waste could also help Europe secure supply, build resilience, and strengthen industrial
Tap&Reuse reusable cup scheme nominated for environmental contribution award
Circular&Co and the University of Chichester’s Tap&Reuse scheme for reusable cups – reported to have prevented
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Why is Nestlé discontinuing its paper-based Nespresso capsules?
Nestlé will no longer offer paper-based capsules for its Nespresso coffee brand – a decision it attributes to consumer feedback
Kneipp trials Sonoco’s fibre-based can for limited-edition bath crystals
Kneipp has launched its limited-edition bath crystals in Sonoco’s fibre-based GreenCan packaging in a bid to unlock
Recycled plastic pallet to slot into automated fresh produce supply chains
Tosca’s recycled and reusable euro-size pallet, developed alongside Cabka, aims to help fresh produce supply chains comply with
Recyclable, high-barrier polypropylene pharma blister revealed by ACG
ACG Packaging Materials has released RecycloPod PP Ultra, a polypropylene-based blister packaging system that offers recyclability and barrier protection
Reusable shipping boxes now offer pre-zipped zipper or slip-on lid
Brangs + Heinrich has introduced two quick-closure options to its Hey Circle reusable shipping box lineup – a pre-zipped zipper
Recyclable, biodegradable and plant-based EPS alternative secures funding
iBoxit Limited has secured £400,000 in funding to support the development and commercial readiness of its recyclable, plant-based
SunDance’s customizable coffee valve pouches designed to keep coffee fresh
SunDance’s new custom coffee valve pouches aim to combine product freshness with flexible, digital printing for low minimum order
StePacPPC’s stand-up zipper pouch keeps cucumbers fresh from farm to fridge
StePacPPC has revealed a patent-pending zipper pouch for cucumbers, combining moisture and atmosphere control to keep products fresh and
Sustainability Awards Finalist Interview: Plastipak’s PET oxygen barrier technology
Plastipak is a finalist in the Circular Plastics category of this year’s Sustainability Awards with its O2Blox PET oxygen
UPM extends barrier paper technology for label face papers
UPM Specialty Materials has extended its barrier paper technology to label face papers for the first time under its new
Birch bark converted into moisture, grease and oxygen barrier for paper packs
Innomost has recycled birch bark from the forest industry into a barrier material for fibre-based packaging, functional coatings and
Compact collaborative palletizer designed for heavy cases in limited space
FlexLink has launched RC20: a compact, standardized collaborative palletizing cell designed to handle heavier cases and high-throughput applications in
Smart Packaging
Tap&Reuse reusable cup scheme nominated for environmental contribution award
Circular&Co and the University of Chichester’s Tap&Reuse scheme for reusable cups – reported to have prevented
PPWR compliance: are we stopping too early?
If PPWR forces us to rethink packaging anyway, why stop at compliance? Peter Stael, owner and partner at Across-Consult,
Wiliot and CISC partner to increase testing of IoT Pixels for labels
Supply chain AI platform Wiliot and testing and measurement solutions company CISC have partnered to support high-volume functional testing
Aldi and Arla aim to boost milk bottle recycling rated with new collaboration
Aldi and Arla are working with Polytag on a project that will track milk bottles through the recycling process using
Avery Dennison’s RFID tags for PET bottles receive RecyClass approval
Avery Dennison’s AD CleanFlake RFID tags have secured RecyClass Technology Approval in Europe, officially certifying their compatibility with mechanical
Polytag and MCC combine UV tag technology with in-mould labelled packaging
Data capture platform Polytag has announced a partnership with Multi-Color Corporation (MCC) to incorporate its UV tag technology directly
HolyGrail project to sort and recycle crisp packets into new food packaging
PepsiCo, Ferrero, Mondelēz International and pladis are among the contributors to HolyGrail 2030’s latest project, which will test the
Announcing the finalists of Packaging Europe’s Sustainability Awards 2026!
The Sustainability Awards 2026 are under way! Ten years on from the launch of the world’s most prestigious sustainable
Preparing for PPWR without waiting for every detail
Businesses must comply with the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation from August 2026 – regardless of any gaps that remain. Felix
interpack’s Spotlight Forum platforms brand owners, start-ups and more
At interpack 2026, the Spotlight Forum will feature daily presentations, demonstrations, and panel discussions from a range of industry professionals
Only one week to go until interpack 2026!
interpack 2026 will begin in exactly one week – are you ready? Read on for a comprehensive overview of the events,
Aldi, Lidl and Albert Heijn among retailers piloting reuse for mushrooms
Flanders’FOOD is helping Albert Heijn, Aldi, Carrefour, Colruyt, Delhaize, and Lidl pilot reusable packaging for mushrooms in line with