Sustainability

Biopolymer Coating Makes Paper Noodle Cup Compostable

Learn how South Korean C-store CU introduced a microwavable noodle product in a paper cup that, with one tweak, is now both home- and industrially compostable.

March 22, 2024

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Sustainability

CEO Thomas Gangl to Leave Borealis

Borealis

Supervisory Board and Gangl agree on mutual termination, paving the way for new leadership as company pursues sustainability goals.

March 22, 2024

Contract Packaging

Bullseye Packaging Services' Chilliwack Facility Celebrates 15 Years in Business

Bullseye Packaging Services

Focus on quality and client care has been critical to Bullseye's success, growth, and longevity.

March 22, 2024

Sustainability

ProAmpac Acquires UP Paper

ProAmpac

The recycled kraft paper producer strengthens ProAmpac's portfolio and expands focus on eco-friendly packaging solutions.

March 21, 2024

Sustainable Packaging

LOGOPLASTE Joins PA Consulting and PulPac in the Bottle Collective

PulPac

PA and PulPac welcome LOGOPLASTE investment into the initiative to accelerate production of recyclable, dry molded fiber bottles.

March 21, 2024

Package Design

Craft Producers Investing in Label Premiumization

As craft producers explore label premiumization strategies like tactile and smart features, OEMs should be ready to successfully accommodate such changes.

March 21, 2024

Home

Range of Multilayer Refill Pouches Expands to Monomaterial PE

Zacros used PACK EXPO Las Vegas to introduce its Mono Solutions line of monomaterial refill pouches with integral spout. These consist of three layers of PE, plus EVOH in a sufficiently small quantity to still qualify for recycling via in-store drop-off.

March 20, 2024

Sustainability

LyondellBasell Invests in Technology for Masterbatch Solutions

LyondellBasell

With the KARO® 5.0 laboratory stretching machine, LYB will be able to accelerate research and development, improve product matching, and bring solutions to market faster.

March 20, 2024

Sustainability

Stahl Strengthens Sustainable Packaging Coatings Offering With Barriertec License Agreement

R. Stahl

Agreement brings repulpable barrier coatings to market, aiding recyclability and reducing waste in paper packaging.

March 19, 2024

Sustainable Packaging

PLASTICS Alliance to Boost Flexible Film Recycling

The Plastics Industry Association launches the Flexible Film Recycling Alliance to improve recycling rates, access, and education in the United States.

March 19, 2024

Sustainable Packaging

Cosmetic Industry Sustainability Driven by TotalEnergies Corbion and Sulapac

TotalEnergies Corbion

Partnership offers recycled, biodegradable biopolymers for high-performance, eco-friendly cosmetic packaging.

March 18, 2024

Package design

Unilever, GSK, and Las Quinas Introduce Packaging Designed for User Engagement

ThePackHub

See a few examples of packaging designed for user engagement by Unilever, GSK, and Las Quinas from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone.

March 18, 2024

Sustainability

Amcor Capsules and Scott Laboratories Renew Partnership for Sustainable Wine Packaging

Amcor Capsules

Long-term contract renewal ensures continued supply of premium tin capsules and STELVIN screwcaps in North America.

March 18, 2024