Indorama Ventures and German cosmetic packaging manufacturer REBHAN FPS Kunststoff-Verpackungen have introduced a glass-like PET bottle material for premium beauty and personal care packaging. The collaboration combines Indorama Ventures’ specialty PET material, LUXYCLEAR EBM PET 5508, with REBHAN’s bottle design and manufacturing capabilities. The packaging is commercially available to …
Mondelēz International switches PET cookie trays to FSC-certified paper
Mondelēz International has replaced rigid PET trays with FSC-certified paper trays across more than 115 cookie products in Europe, a move expected to eliminate approximately 2,200 tonnes of virgin plastic annually. Announced in Uxbridge on 4 September 2026, the transition covers eight brands: LU, Milka, Granola, Cadbury, Marabou, Chips Ahoy!, Lacta …
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WPO launches World Packaging Day to highlight packaging’s role in society
The World Packaging Organisation (WPO) has designated 6 September as World Packaging Day, establishing an annual international initiative to raise awareness of packaging’s contribution to modern society, trade and sustainability. The inaugural observance is scheduled around 6 September 2026, marking the anniversary of the WPO’s foundation. Activities will be organised by …
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Huhtamaki CEO Ralf K. Wunderlich wins 2026 European CEO award for sustainable packaging leadership
Huhtamaki President and CEO Ralf K. Wunderlich has been named CEO of the Year 2026 in the Sustainable Packaging Industry by European CEO, recognising his leadership of the global packaging manufacturer and its development of packaging solutions for changing market, consumer and regulatory requirements. Presented as part of the European …
Amcor and Tiptree address recycled-content challenge with certified 30% PCR logistics films
Amcor and preserves producer Wilkin & Sons have introduced certified flexible films containing 30% post-consumer recycled plastic for Tiptree’s collation and pallet-wrapping operations. The development addresses a packaging challenge: increasing verified recycled content in logistics films while retaining performance, traceability and operational efficiency. Tiptree has adopted Amcor’s RecyClass-certified collation shrink …
Cerm introduces cloud-based O2 MIS for label and packaging converters
Cerm has introduced O2, a cloud-based management information system developed for label, flexible packaging and folding carton converters, initially focusing on small and medium-sized label businesses. The browser-based platform combines workflow automation, print-industry functionality and an API-first architecture. This approach is intended to support integrations with technology providers, including Esko, Hybrid Software, ABG …
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ABG Girona enters new phase as flexible packaging centre of excellence in Girona
Following its 2019 acquisition with Kocher+Beck, A B Graphic International (ABG) has renamed Enprom Solutions as ABG Girona and designated the Girona operation its Centre of Excellence for Flexible Packaging. The change integrates the business into ABG’s structure and assigns it a larger role in developing the group’s flexible packaging portfolio. ABG Girona designs and …
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Mondi develops laser-marked packaging concept for e-commerce applications
Mondi has developed a packaging concept combining a corrugated outer box with recyclable, laser-marked flexible packaging for e-commerce and bag-in-box applications. The company is working with customers and partners to assess commercial implementation in pet food, home and personal care products, and other e-commerce formats. The concept applies artwork directly to …
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Mars Gulf and Choithrams explore Gen Z expectations for FMCG packaging and retail
Mars Gulf and Choithrams have launched a UAE-wide initiative examining how Gen Z expectations around sustainability, digital interaction and store design could influence the grocery environment and the way FMCG products are presented at retail. The “It’s MY Z-Store” competition invites UAE residents aged 18 to 24 to develop concepts covering …
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Sonoco to raise EMEA recycled paperboard prices by €60 per tonne
Sonoco S.a.r.l. will increase prices for uncoated recycled paperboard grades sold in Europe, the Middle East and Africa by €60 per tonne, effective for shipments on or after 15 September 2026. The adjustment applies across the company’s EMEA market and responds to inflationary pressure affecting operations and supply chain. Sonoco identified geopolitical …
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