HIIBA, a peer-to-peer reuse platform, has launched in the UAE on World Environment Day, aiming to facilitate the free exchange of unwanted household items and contribute to waste reduction efforts across the country. The app enables residents to give away items they no longer need, including household goods, electronics, …
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. …
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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Siegwerk and Enplater develop recyclable mono-PP pouch with barrier performance
Siegwerk and Enplater Group have jointly developed a fully recyclable mono-material polypropylene (PP) pouch designed to deliver barrier and sealing performance for food packaging applications. The companies announced that the development combines Siegwerk’s ink and coating technologies with Enplater’s converting and packaging expertise to create a mono-PP structure intended to …
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UPM, Michelman and BOBST develop bio-based paper packaging concepts for EU compliance
UPM Specialty Materials, Michelman and BOBST have jointly developed two paper-based packaging concepts designed to support brand owners and converters responding to European Union packaging regulations, including the Single-Use Plastics Directive (SUPD). The collaboration combines UPM’s fibre-based packaging papers, Michelman’s bio-based coating technologies and BOBST’s coating application expertise to …