Plastics/resins

Arch Brewing pioneers 64-oz PET barrier growler for craft beer market

Arch Brewing Co. became the first commercialization for this lightweight, event-friendly plastic alternative to glass growlers popular at craft breweries.

June 18, 2019

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Sustainability

Coca-Cola to use 100% rPET bottles for water and tea in Western Europe

Move to 100% rPET for Honest, Glacéau Smartwater, and Chaudfontaine expected to remove nearly 10,000 tons of virgin plastic in 2020. Another initiative sees Sprite in clear, easy-to-recycle bottles.

June 18, 2019

Sustainable Packaging

Starbucks launches reusable cup trial at Gatwick Airport

In a first-of-its kind trial, Starbucks is giving airport travelers the option of selecting a reusable cup, which they can return to a Cup Check-In site before boarding their plane.

June 17, 2019

Sustainability

Bio-PE used in Boulder Clean’s laundry detergent bottle

Plant-based cleaning products company updates its laundry detergent bottle to be more sustainable, adding 25% sugarcane-based bioplastic.

June 16, 2019

Labels

ALPLA Caribe and Fortiflex form strategic alliance

Fortiflex’s entire production transferred to ALPLA plant in Guayama, Puerto Rico.

June 14, 2019

Sustainable Packaging

Colgate’s new recyclable tube first to be recognized by Association of Plastic Recyclers

Colgate finalized the design of a first-of-its kind recyclable toothpaste tube that sets a new standard in the industry.

June 14, 2019

Labels

Barrier by way of IML

Scarpetta sauces take advantage of an in-mold label (IML) that includes in its makeup a layer of EVOH for barrier purposes, thus permitting the firm to merchandise its sauces at room temperature.

June 14, 2019

Filling/capping, liquid & viscous

Chemical copacker cuts out inkjet maintenance, supervision

For certain SKUs at Mill-Chem, the switch from continuous to thermal inkjet meant simplicity alongside reduced babysitting and cleanup.

June 13, 2019

Sustainability

Mindfulness pervades packaging for mineral-based sunscreen

The introduction of a new reef-safe SPF 50 sunscreen product from Goddess Garden prompts the selection of recyclable packaging and updated graphics that reflect the brand’s authenticity.

June 12, 2019

Flexibles

Bio-PE pouch helps advance beef producer’s mission

Beef products from Northern Italian breeder association La Granda, part of the Slow Flood Presidia, are now packaged in a stand-up pouch made from more than 80% bio-based plastic.

June 11, 2019

Containers

U.K. Energy Drink Design Gets Revitalizing Change

For the first time in more than eight years, the U.K.’s Lucozade Energy flavors line gets an updated label design that brings a new sense of relevancy and vitality to the iconic brand.

June 9, 2019

Beverage

As the growth of craft beer wanes, diversification may be a necessity

The crowded craft beer space has forced some producers to diversify, in order to expand offerings.

June 6, 2019

Sustainable Packaging

Olay to test refillable moisturizer packaging

A three-month pilot by P&G will test consumers’ acceptance of Olay Regenerist Whip moisturizer sold with a refillable pod, designed to significantly reduce plastic waste.

June 5, 2019