Innovia Films has launched a new white cavitated ultra-low-density film, VL40, designed specifically for ice cream flow wrap packaging. This film is produced at Innovia’s facility in Płock, Poland. The VL40 film is engineered to perform well on high-speed flow wrap machines, which are commonly used by ice cream manufacturers across Europe. It …
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Greiner Packaging and Constantia Flexibles have collaborated to launch a fully home compostable coffee capsule solution. Greiner Packaging produces the capsule body, while Constantia Flexibles provides the lid, EcoPressoLid. This development offers a sustainable option for coffee suppliers prioritizing convenience and environmental responsibility. The capsule body, created by Greiner Packaging, maintains coffee freshness …
Krones Recycling GmbH, under the management of Dr. Michael Gotsche, began operations on 1 July 2024 with headquarters in Flensburg. The new company assumes all activities related to plastics recycling while continuing to leverage Krones’ global production, sales, and service network. This spin-off underscores the growing importance of the recycling sector and Krones …
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ProAmpac has introduced its latest innovation with the launch of the ProActive Recyclable Fresh Tray FT-1000, a polypropylene-based tray designed for sustainability and operational efficiency. Classified as plastic #5 and approved for curbside recycling, this tray targets the food service and grocery sectors with its lightweight and recyclable properties. Pascal Labrie, vice president …
Carrefour, operated exclusively by Majid Al Futtaim in the UAE, is marking Plastic Free July by encouraging the adoption of sustainable alternatives across its stores. Starting July 3, the retailer will eliminate all plastic bags every Wednesday, coinciding with International Plastic Bag Free Day. As part of this initiative, Carrefour is offering customers …
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Silal, a company specializing in food products and agricultural technology in Abu Dhabi, has inaugurated a large advanced warehouse in the Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD). Covering over 41,000 square meters, the facility features more than 36,800 storage pallets and advanced refrigerated rooms. This warehouse marks a significant step in Silal’s efforts …
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Saica Group, a leading packaging solutions company, and Mondelez, a prominent fast-moving consumer goods manufacturer, have partnered to introduce a new paper-based packaging solution aimed at multipack products in the confectionery, biscuits, and chocolate markets. The new packaging is designed to be recyclable in the paper waste stream and is suitable for heat sealable …
Coveris, a leading packaging solutions provider, has introduced MonoFlex Fibre, a paper-based packaging range, in response to the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation’s requirement for all packaging in the European market to be reusable or recyclable by 2030. The regulation has extended producer responsibility for the post-consumer stage of a product, including imposing …
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Detpak, a South Australian packaging solutions company, has announced the expansion of its Eco-Products range into South East Asia and the Middle East. Previously available only in Australia and New Zealand, this range includes compostable, no-added PFAS sugarcane food service packaging, such as plates, bowls, and containers. This expansion represents the largest introduction …
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Constantia Drukpol, a Polish plant of leading flexible packaging converter Constantia Flexibles, has collaborated with ExxonMobil, a prominent supplier of polyethylene resins, to develop an innovative freezer film for the plant-based food brand Bonduelle. The new mono-material polyethylene (PE) solution aims to replace traditional multi-material metalized films, making the packaging easier to recycle and …
