In a significant stride towards sustainable packaging, NOVA Chemicals Corporation has joined forces with industry partners to establish the global supply of biaxially oriented high-density polyethylene (BOPE-HD) film. This innovative film, produced using NOVA Chemicals’ resin, offers a fully recyclable alternative to traditional mixed-material films, contributing to waste reduction and prolonging the lifespan …
Mondi partners with Megaflex for paper solution for rollpacking mattresses
Mondi, one of the global leaders in sustainable packaging and paper, has created Protector Bag ExpandForm, a paper bag solution with an expandable feature to safely rollpack mattresses. Protector Bag ExpandForm replaces the current plastic packaging with a flexible and recyclable alternative. The solution is also customisable and can expand to different sizes while …
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Google launches Challenge to reduce plastic waste in food services
Google is taking steps to address the growing plastic waste problem by launching the Single-Use Plastics Challenge, aimed at reducing the amount of plastic waste produced in food services. The challenge invites food and beverage companies with plastic-free packaging solutions to apply and test their products in Google’s cafes and MicroKitchens. Successful applicants …
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M&S introduces recyclable packaging for food
Marks & Spencer (M&S) has taken steps towards sustainability by introducing recyclable packaging for its rice, grains, and pulses range. The new packaging, available in over 30 products including bestsellers like Basmati rice and Red Lentils, is made of paper and can save up to 5.5 million pieces of plastic annually. The paper-based bags …
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Asahi Kasei establishes framework for carbon-neutrality startups
Asahi Kasei established a “Care for Earth” investment framework as a new initiative for carbon neutrality by investing $100 million worldwide in early-stage startups that aim to solve issues in environmental fields such as hydrogen, energy storage, carbon management, and bio-based chemicals over the 5-year period up to fiscal 2027. Since 2008, Asahi Kasei …
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Avery Dennison and Dow launch hotmelt label adhesive
Dow and Avery Dennison have co-developed an innovative and sustainable new hotmelt label adhesive solution that enables polyolefin filmic labels and polypropylene (PP) or polyethylene (PE) packaging to be mechanically recycled together in one stream. The adhesive is the first of its kind on the label market and is approved by Recyclass for recycling in …
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BASF to shape the future of the packaging at Interpack
BASF will be represented together with BTC Europe, its European distribution organisation, at Interpack, Messe Düsseldorf from May 4 to 10, 2023 at Stand B43 in Hall 10. The company will present numerous solutions and new projects in the packaging sector to customers and partners. BASF will continue its “Plastics Journey” with the three …
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Huhtamaki launches Wastepreneur Challenge in South Africa
Huhtamaki has proudly teamed up with international charity WasteAid on a two-year program that provides training and support to waste collectors—Wastepreneurs—to develop their skills and capacity, move up the value chain and earn more money. “We at Huhtamaki believe that waste is a very valuable secondary material. To make this a reality, incentivisation, innovation, …
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Constantia Flexibles to highlight its materials runability at Interpack
Constantia Flexibles, one of the leading providers of packaging solutions, has announced its contribution to the trade fair Interpack from May 4-10, 2023, in Duesseldorf. The company will demonstrate the performance of its materials in collaboration with 30 renowned international machine suppliers, highlighting its commitment to delivering quality products that meet the needs of its …
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UAE launches marine plastic waste monitoring programme
As part of its efforts to preserve marine resources, seawater quality, and beach cleanliness within the general framework of Year of Sustainability, the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment has launched an integrated programme to monitor plastic waste in the marine and coastal environment of the country. A series of scientific studies will be …
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