Aptar Closures is set to unveil a trio of next-generation sports beverage closures at Drinktec 2025, taking place September 15–19 in Munich. The company will showcase its new solutions—NexTE, Rocket, and Balance—at Hall C6, Stand C6-342, positioning them as a response to evolving industry demands in safety, consumer convenience, and recyclability. …
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Sun Chemical has introduced SunCure EcoPlast, a new press-ready dry UV offset ink range designed for decorating plastic cups with enhanced sustainability. The SunCure EcoPlast series offers a combination of high adhesion, fast curing speed, low migration, and post-consumer washability, enabling printed inks to be removed during recycling. This feature supports …
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EFSA’s Scientific Opinion validates Starlinger’s recoSTAR PET art system, raising the bar for food-grade recycled plastics under Regulation (EU) 2022/1616. Starlinger recycling technology has earned a landmark Positive Scientific Opinionfrom the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) for its advanced recoSTAR PET art bottle-to-bottle recycling process. This is the first EFSA approval under the stricter Regulation (EU) 2022/1616, positioning Starlinger …
Maison Guerlain’s recently launched Aqua Allegoria hand creams are now packaged using Amcor’s CleanStream® post-consumer recycled (PCR) polymer, the packaging supplier announced Tuesday. The new packaging integrates Amcor’s CleanStream® technology, which mechanically recycles household polypropylene (PP) waste into high-purity recycled plastic. This material meets requirements for contact-sensitive applications and is …
Röhm has taken several practical steps to improve the sustainability of PMMA used in packaging applications, focusing on recyclability and certified raw material sourcing. A key development is Röhm’s role in a newly formed Europe-wide PMMA recycling alliance. The network enables the collection, sorting, and recycling of PMMA waste—including post-consumer …
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Sulzer has launched a new chemical recycling technology, EcoStyrene™, designed to process heavily contaminated polystyrene waste. The licensed technology addresses one of the sector’s ongoing challenges—recycling polystyrene materials that contain complex contaminants such as flame retardants and food residues. Unlike traditional recycling methods, which require clean feedstock, EcoStyrene is capable …
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RKW Group has announced an expansion of its RKW Horizon® product line with the introduction of MDO-PE films featuring an integrated EVOH oxygen barrier. The development responds to increasing demand for recyclable, mono-material packaging, especially in light of evolving regulatory frameworks such as the European Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). …
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Polish confectionery manufacturer Brześć Sipa Sp.k. has transitioned to recyclable packaging for its popular puff products, aligning with upcoming European Union regulations on packaging waste. The move follows the development of a monomaterial film by Coveris Rypin, formerly Hadepol Flexo, which was acquired by the Coveris Group in June 2024. …
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Abu Dhabi & Dubai, July 3, 2025 — In a landmark move to revolutionize how packaging waste is managed, the United Arab Emirates has launched the region’s first Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) pilot, placing the onus of post-consumer waste squarely on manufacturers and brand owners. Spearheaded by the Ministry of Climate Change …
BOBST is set to host a series of specialized events alongside K 2025 in Düsseldorf, Germany, from October 7–15, highlighting new technologies and services aimed at improving performance, productivity, and sustainability in flexible packaging. The lineup includes an Open House at Bobst Manchester on October 7, where the company will …
