Sustainability

P&G Home Care Brands in Europe to Use Up to 100% PCR by Early 2020

P&G announces it will be making 300 million bottles per year for its Fairy dish detergent and Flash and Viakal surface cleaners out of recycled plastic by early 2020.

October 24, 2019

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ID Plastics LP: Returnable transportation container system

ID PACK returnable transportation container system from ID Plastics is specially engineered to meet the tough demands of commercial transport. Featuring a top lid, collapsible sleeve, and pallet base, the system can be customized to the specific needs of supplier and factory-to-factory logistic operations whether large or small in size.

October 23, 2019

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Tetra Pak explores graphene material for the food and beverage manufacturing industry

Tetra Pak joined the European Commission Graphene Flagship project as the exclusive representative from the packaging industry to explore possible applications of graphene in future food and beverage (F&B) manufacturing.

October 23, 2019

Sustainable Packaging

Dove’s new initiatives will reduce the use of virgin plastic by 23,000-plus tons per year

Dove announces new initiatives as part of its 2025 commitment to reduce plastic waste, which include a move to 100% recycled plastic bottles, and plastic-free packs for its beauty bar.

October 21, 2019

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Serendipity Strikes a Third Time with Sustainability

In analyzing the sustainability of the new inverted squeeze pouch for its BBQ sauce, Uncle Dougie’s is surprised to learn of its environmental impact versus glass jars.

October 21, 2019

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ProMach acquires Grip-Pak

ProMach, a packaging machinery solutions manufacturer, expanded its can and bottle handle solutions portfolio with the acquisition of Grip-Pak, a turnkey provider of multipack handle solutions for beverage companies packaging their products in cans or bottles, as well as retailers and wholesale distributors looking to promote or repack their SKUs.

October 18, 2019

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Packaging Technology Group introduces “green” shipping solution

Packaging Technology Group, Inc., (PTG) responded to biotech’s search for a secure, temperature-sensitive, curbside recyclable, and “green” shipping solution with the introduction of the TRUEtemp Naturals Cellulose Shipper.

October 17, 2019

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FIJI Water Unveils Multifaceted Plan to Reduce its Use of Plastic

Initiatives include the use of 100% recycled plastic in all its water bottles by 2025 and the introduction of 2.5- and 5-gal containers that will reduce its use of plastic by up to 76%.

October 16, 2019

Sustainable Packaging

Aluminum Cup to Debut at Sports Arena

Pilot program will produce a limited supply of aluminum cups through 2020 to meet current customer demand from major sports and entertainment venues seeking to replace plastic cups.

October 16, 2019

Sustainable Packaging

PepsiCo-led Initiative Raises $25 Million for U.S. Recycling

All in One Recycling challenge raises $25 million to make recycling easier for more than 25 million U.S. families and support a circular economy with investments in infrastructure and education.

October 16, 2019

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Convenience, Sustainability Impact Consumer Choices Leading to Growth of Sustainable Foodservice Packaging

The foodservice industry is in the midst of a sustainability revolution. An increase in convenience, climate change, and growing concerns for the health of the environment are driving the adoption and growth of sustainable packaging through 2024.

October 16, 2019

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Stick Packs and Flexible Pouches Gaining Momentum in Nutraceuticals Market, but Glass Still Best for Some Products

October 15, 2019

Containers

RTD cocktail and pack design follow the rule of thirds

RTD non-alcoholic negroni-style cocktail with three ingredients uses a label design that takes its three-bar color scheme from the palettes used on the packaging for each ingredient.

October 15, 2019