EFSA’s Scientific Opinion validates Starlinger’s recoSTAR PET art system, raising the bar for food-grade recycled plastics under Regulation (EU) 2022/1616. Starlinger recycling technology has earned a landmark Positive Scientific Opinionfrom the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) for its advanced recoSTAR PET art bottle-to-bottle recycling process. This is the first EFSA approval under the stricter Regulation (EU) 2022/1616, positioning Starlinger …
Sepro Targets Packaging Efficiency with Smarter Robots and Controls at K 2025
At this year’s K2025 trade fair, Sepro Group is spotlighting a new generation of automation systems designed to meet the evolving needs of high-speed packaging production. The company is debuting its new S-Line robots and Visual 4 control platform, which promise faster cycle times, greater flexibility, and improved integration for injection molders working …
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DS Smith Tecnicarton Introduces Corrugated Cardboard Trays for Automotive Packaging
DS Smith Tecnicarton, a unit of International Paper operating in Iberia, has developed corrugated cardboard trays designed to replace expanded polypropylene (EPP) packaging in the automotive sector. The 100% fibre-based trays aim to provide a single-use alternative for transporting heavy and bulky components, such as automotive headlights. The design includes a double-fingerprint die cut, enabling …
SIG Launches First 1-Litre Aseptic Carton Without Aluminum Layer for Juice Category
SIG has introduced the first aseptic 1-litre carton pack offering full barrier protection without an aluminum layer. The new SIG Terra Alu-free + Full barrier packaging material is now commercially available on retail shelves, marking an expansion from single-serve to multi-serve formats. The new development enters the juice category for …
Huhtamaki Unveils Compostable Ice Cream Cups to Expand Sustainable Portfolio
Huhtamaki has launched a new line of ice cream cups that are both home and industrial compostable, as well as recyclable, further strengthening the company’s sustainable food packaging portfolio. The Finnish packaging group says the new solution is made from certified, responsibly sourced paperboard with a bio-based barrier coating. By …
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Ferrero to Acquire WK Kellogg Co for $3.1 Billion in Strategic Expansion
Ferrero Group has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire WK Kellogg Co for $23.00 per share in cash, placing the total value of the deal at $3.1 billion. The move is part of Ferrero’s strategy to expand its North American operations and diversify its product portfolio beyond confectionery. Announced on …
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Amcor Supplies Recycled Polypropylene Packaging for Maison Guerlain’s Aqua Allegoria Hand Creams
Maison Guerlain’s recently launched Aqua Allegoria hand creams are now packaged using Amcor’s CleanStream® post-consumer recycled (PCR) polymer, the packaging supplier announced Tuesday. The new packaging integrates Amcor’s CleanStream® technology, which mechanically recycles household polypropylene (PP) waste into high-purity recycled plastic. This material meets requirements for contact-sensitive applications and is …
ZEINOX and OQ Group Partner on $2.6 Million Plastics Facility in Oman
Muscat / Cairo, May 27, 2025 — A new joint venture between Egypt’s Arab Metals Company ZEINOX and Oman’s OQ Group will see the launch of a $2.6 million plastics manufacturing plant in the Sultanate of Oman, under the banner of the country’s LADAYN industrial programme. The agreement, signed during …
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Amazon Scales Up Global Waste Diversion and Sustainable Packaging Initiatives
Amazon has reported notable progress in its sustainability strategy, diverting 85% of its operational waste from landfills in 2024—up from 84% the previous year. The development is part of the company’s broader climate commitments, including its pledge to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. According to Amazon, 83% of its …
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Röhm Expands PMMA Recycling and Certified Supply for Sustainable Packaging
Röhm has taken several practical steps to improve the sustainability of PMMA used in packaging applications, focusing on recyclability and certified raw material sourcing. A key development is Röhm’s role in a newly formed Europe-wide PMMA recycling alliance. The network enables the collection, sorting, and recycling of PMMA waste—including post-consumer …
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