Sustainable Packaging

Closing the loop: an EU action plan for the circular economy

People read more packaging than they read books” was written in the stand of an Italian packaging trade magazine during interpack 2014.

March 6, 2017

Recycling: Page 211

Flexibles

PepsiCo collaborates on bio-based compostable film

PepsiCo collaborates with biotechnology company to develop biodegradable, compostable film resins for its flexible packaging.

March 5, 2017

Sustainability

Dell adds ocean plastics to its packaging

Dell plans to keep 16,000 pounds of plastic out of the oceans by developing the first commercial-scale global ocean plastics supply chain for its laptop packaging.

March 4, 2017

Flexibles

Tomato paste and fresh flowers are among the FPA winners

This year’s top prize goes to a portion-controlled pouch for tomato paste that not only brings a big dose of consumer convenience but also helps prevent food waste.

March 2, 2017

Recycling

IML ice cream packaging wins awards for trailblazing design

New IML packaging for South African brand Dairymaid Ice-Cream elevates the product’s shelf impact with a compact and streamlined look.

February 28, 2017

Sustainability

Libby’s labels vegetable cans as BPA-free

Seneca Foods adds a logo to its Libby’s brand canned vegetable packaging to alert consumers that the can uses BPA-free can-lining technology.

February 26, 2017

Home

Do-it-yourself corrugated pallets

In-house assembly of corrugated pallets is another option in the evolution of logistics.

February 21, 2017

Sustainable Packaging

APR pursuing updates to recyclability testing protocols

In 2017, APR plans to update testing procedures for PET, polypropylene, and high-density polyethylene items and create new protocols for flexible films.

February 13, 2017

Closures

Pre-tapped coconuts at Whole Foods are a #gamechanger

Whole Foods Market introduces Coco Vinny’s Coco Taps pre-tapped young coconuts at 56 of its stores, providing consumers a simple and convenient way to enjoy fresh coconut water.

February 12, 2017

Sustainability

Dehumidifier fits car cupholder

A plastic cup with paperboard label holds desiccant and room for collected water for a car cupholder-friendly disposable humidifier. Cup cuts plastic material by 50%.

February 11, 2017

Sustainability

‘Ganja-preneur’ puts organic pot in a recyclable tin

Honest Marijuana extends its commitment to the environment to its packaging, a tin can that is recyclable and reusable, and preserves the purity and freshness of the cannabis product.

February 6, 2017

Flexibles

Virtuous Circle project distributes 1 million food pouches

The project uses a circular economy approach, combining smart food designed to meet the needs of children in isolated communities and smart packaging to keep the food fresh for as long as possible.

February 5, 2017

Filling/capping, dry

Recovering from a tsunami

This Japanese fish processor wasted no time in rebuilding and equipping its facilities after suffering the devastation of Japan’s 2011 tsunami.

February 2, 2017