Nefab and Nokia develop fiber-based packaging to cut plastic waste in 5G hardware supply chain

      Nefab and Nokia have jointly developed a new fiber-based packaging solution for Nokia’s 5G radio frequency (RF) modules, replacing traditional plastic cushioning with Nefab’s FiberFlute material. The solution has been named a finalist for the Nokia Diamond Award 2025 in the Sustainability category, which recognizes suppliers contributing to Nokia’s environmental goals through …

DS Smith and BSH Nazarje replace EPS in Bosch blender packaging with fibre-based alternative

    DS Smith, has collaborated with BSH Nazarje, part of the BSH Home Appliances Group in Slovenia, to eliminate expanded polystyrene foam (EPS) from Bosch household blender packaging.     The new corrugated cardboard solution, branded as DS Smith Universal Protection for Household Blenders, replaces EPS inserts previously used in Bosch hand mixer packaging. …

Mondi adds white digital printing to corrugated packaging portfolio

Mondi has expanded its digital printing capabilities for corrugated packaging with the addition of white ink, offering new options for brand visibility and design flexibility. Announced on 17 September 2025, the move makes Mondi one of the first companies to provide this feature in its six-colour digital printing range. The development responds to rising demand …

Safripol, Polyoak, and Packamama bring South Africa’s first flat PET wine bottle to market

      Safripol, in partnership with Polyoak Packaging and UK-based Packamama, has introduced South Africa’s first locally manufactured flat wine bottle made from recycled PET. The innovation is now being produced in Cape Town and marks a significant shift in wine packaging aimed at reducing environmental impact and improving logistics.     The bottle …

Mondi and Ekornes replace plastic mattress wrap with recyclable paper-based solution

    Mondi has partnered with Norwegian furniture manufacturer Ekornes to introduce a paper-based packaging system for wrapping high-end mattresses, replacing the company’s previous plastic-based solution.     The new CompressWrap system, developed by Mondi, combines two types of FunctionalBarrier Paper to ensure secure compression and transport of mattresses. In the first stage, FunctionalBarrier Paper …

Coveris rolls out monomaterial tray for refrigerated goods with resealing feature

      Coveris has launched a new resealable monomaterial tray solution designed for refrigerated food applications. Named MonoFlexBP, the tray is intended to replace non-recyclable, multi-material packaging while extending product shelf life and improving consumer convenience.     Designed as part of Coveris’ No Waste mission, the MonoFlexBP tray features an advanced resealing mechanism …

Castle Lite launches refreshed packaging and campaign in South Africa

Castle Lite has unveiled a new packaging design and national campaign in South Africa, set to roll out this September. The redesign retains the brand’s well-known features while introducing sharper lines, brighter colours, and a reimagined Snowcastle icon. The update forms part of the “Nothing Hits Like Extra Cold” campaign, which will be supported by …

TIPA and Bio4Pack roll out certified compostable produce labels amid EU packaging reforms

    TIPA Compostable Packaging, along with its European subsidiary Bio4Pack, has launched a certified home-compostable label for fresh produce in partnership with Bio4Life, a company specializing in compostable adhesive technology.     The labels combine TIPA’s compostable film with Bio4Life’s adhesive, BioTak, which is fully certified to European compost standards. The resulting product is …

UPM and Royal Vaassen introduce fibre-based alternative to plastic and aluminium packaging

UPM Specialty Papers and Royal Vaassen have jointly developed new fibre-based barrier paper solutions intended to replace plastic and aluminium laminates in food and consumer packaging. The solutions respond to the increasing demand for recyclable materials as the European Union’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) recyclability requirements approach. The Barryrwrap concept, developed by Royal …

Intercare launches plant-based laundry pods with eco-packaging in UAE

Intercare Chemicals has introduced Care ECO Laundry Pods in the UAE, a plant-based, pre-measured laundry solution packaged in eco-friendly materials. The launch is part of the company’s efforts to offer practical and affordable sustainable alternatives in the homecare segment. The Care ECO Laundry Pods provide a three-in-one function: cleaning, brightening, and softening. Each pod contains …