Sappi has expanded its portfolio of heat-sealable papers, introducing a wider range of fibre-based materials designed to support the transition from plastic laminates to recyclable mono-material packaging formats. The development reflects increasing regulatory pressure, including frameworks such as the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), alongside growing demand from brand owners for …
Amcor launches lightweight UniPak pot for dairy packaging
Zurich: Amcor has launched an updated version of its UniPak 1 kg pot for the dairy sector, aimed at reducing material usage while maintaining functional performance. The announcement was made on March 26, 2026 with intended use across global dairy packaging markets. The product is a lightweight, round 1 kg rigid …
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UPM and Paramelt introduce grease resistant paper packaging for foodservice
UPM Specialty Materials and Paramelt have jointly developed a bio-based, paper-based food packaging concept designed to deliver grease resistance and improved end-of-life performance. The solution targets applications including bakery, fast food and convenience packaging, where grease barrier and sealing performance remain critical requirements. The concept combines UPM Specialty Materials’ barrier base …
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Croxsons launches Rightweight glass packaging designed to reduce bottle and jar weight by up to 30 percent
UK: Croxsons, has introduced its Rightweight® packaging approach aimed at reducing material use and associated Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) costs while maintaining product performance. The initiative focuses on engineering bottles and jars with no excess weight while retaining strength, functionality and shelf presence. According to the company, the approach can reduce …
Henkel adopts CO₂-reduced steel for tinplate adhesive packaging
Henkel has introduced a new tinplate can packaging solution for its adhesive portfolio in Europe, incorporating CO₂-reduced steel as part of its sustainability initiatives. The development has been carried out in collaboration with thyssenkrupp Rasselstein and packaging manufacturer Pirlo. The cans are produced using bluemint® steel, a material designed to lower carbon emissions …
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Unilever South Africa partners with Mpact to advance zero-waste operations
Unilever South Africa has partnered with Mpact Waste Management to implement integrated waste management systems across its manufacturing facilities in KwaZulu-Natal and Johannesburg, as part of its efforts to reduce landfill dependency and improve material recovery. The collaboration is aimed at supporting Unilever’s zero waste to landfill ambition while strengthening traceability and efficiency in waste …
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SIG spouted pouch with recyclable PE-based structure receives APR recognition
SIG has received Design® for Recyclability Recognition from the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) for its spouted pouch using the Terra RecShield BD laminate, highlighting progress in developing recyclable flexible packaging formats for liquid applications. The recognition confirms that the pouch structure is compatible with polyethylene (PE) recycling streams. From …
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South Africa paper recycling rate reaches 63.3 percent as PAMSA calls for better separation
South Africa’s paper recycling rate has reached 63.3 percent, reflecting continued recovery activity across the country’s waste management system, according to the Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa, which represents the country’s paper and pulp manufacturing sector. The figure indicates stable recovery levels supported by established collection networks and consistent demand …
Boxon launches first food-contact approved rPET Big Bags in EMEA
Boxon is launching a new generation of recycled polyethylene terephthalate rPET Big Bags across Europe, Middle East and Africa starting in week 12 introducing what it describes as the first recycled Big Bag approved for direct food contact in the region. The product is manufactured from recycled PET bottles and is …
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Fibre Circle rolls out Gauteng drive to boost beverage carton recycling
SOUTH AFRICA: Fibre Circle has launched a Gauteng-wide campaign aimed at increasing the collection and recycling of liquid board packaging (LBP), targeting improved recovery of used beverage cartons across the province. The initiative, led by the producer responsibility organisation (PRO) for South Africa’s paper and paper packaging sector, was …
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