Metal Park announced the launch of Phase Two of its industrial development during Make it in the Emirates 2026, adding new capacity to its integrated metals ecosystem in the UAE. The expansion will add 700,000 square feet of industrial facilities, increasing the total development footprint to more than 1.3 …
DS Smith introduces fibre-based tray for transatlantic fruit shipments
DS Smith, an International Paper company, has introduced a fibre-based Closed-Type Tray designed for the transportation of kiwifruit and other fresh fruit and vegetable products from Greece to international markets. The packaging solution is intended for transatlantic supply chains where transit times can exceed 45 days. The tray is designed …
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Huhtamaki collaborates with Hesburger on fibre lids for beverage packaging
Huhtamaki and Hesburger have introduced a new fibre-based beverage lid developed as part of a packaging collaboration aimed at replacing conventional plastic lids in foodservice applications. The new lids will be used on Hesburger’s hot and cold beverage cups and represent a further step in the company’s transition towards fibre-based packaging formats. Manufactured from …
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Siegwerk launches CIRKIT NOVASEAL heat-seal lacquer portfolio for sustainable packaging
Siegwerk has introduced CIRKIT NOVASEAL, a new portfolio of heat-seal lacquers developed to support recyclable fibre-based and flexible packaging structures. The innovation addresses a key packaging challenge: delivering reliable sealing performance while enabling packaging formats designed for improved recyclability. The portfolio combines heat-sealing functionality with packaging performance requirements across a …
Ghana to ban polystyrene food packaging products from January 2027
Ghana’s Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has confirmed a nationwide ban on expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam products, including takeaway food containers, disposable cups, plates, bowls, and certain insulation materials, effective 1 January 2027. The measure forms part of the country’s broader strategy to reduce plastic pollution, improve sanitation, and encourage the adoption …
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Amcor launches recycle-ready polypropylene dip cups for foodservice applications
Amcor has announced the commercial availability of PP Revolution, a new range of recycle-ready polypropylene dip cup arrays and lidding solutions for condiments, dressings and sauces used in foodservice applications. The launch is aimed at helping food brands and foodservice operators move away from traditional polystyrene packaging while maintaining performance, …
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DS Smith and SOMFY develop corrugated cardboard packaging solution to replace polystyrene inserts
DS Smith, an International Paper company, and SOMFY have developed a fully recyclable corrugated cardboard packaging solution designed to protect roller shutter motors during transportation while replacing expanded polystyrene (EPS) inserts. The solution has progressed to operational deployment and supports SOMFY’s efforts to increase the use of recyclable industrial packaging materials. …
Coveris launches MonoFlexFibre Pure Twist paper packaging for confectionery
European packaging manufacturer Coveris has introduced MonoFlexFibre Pure Twist, a lightweight paper-based packaging material developed for twist-wrapped confectionery products including candies, lollipops and chocolate pralines. The new structure is also designed for heat-sealable flowpack applications for bars and sticks. According to the company, the material has been developed to comply …
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Mondi and Dreco develop powder detergent pack with 50% recycled plastic content
Mondi and German home care brand Dreco have developed a new powder detergent packaging format containing 50% post-consumer recycled plastic, as consumer goods companies prepare for tighter recycled-content requirements in Europe. The new pack is based on Mondi’s re/loop PillowBag structure and has been designed for powder detergent, a moisture-sensitive …
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Agfa and Hybrid Software collaborate on variable data digital folding carton production
Agfa and Hybrid Software have announced a collaboration aimed at supporting variable data printing in digital folding carton production. The agreement brings together Hybrid Software’s packaging design, prepress and smart digital front end workflow software with Agfa’s digital printing technology, including the SpeedSet Orca single-pass digital packaging press and Asanti …