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CD&R’s acquisition of Sealed Air completed for US$10.3B

Sealed Air Corporation has officially been acquired by funds affiliated with the private investment firm CD&R, following a definitive agreement made last year at an enterprise value of US$10.3 billion.After the transaction is complete, Sealed Air stockholders are entitled to US$42.15 in cash for each share of Sealed Air common stock held as of immediately prior to the merger’s effective time.
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Ampacet and Borealis tackle recycled content challenges in rigid plastic packaging
Regulatory pressure and circular economy goals are driving adoption, but challenges remain in scalability, consumer understanding, and infrastructure. The improvement of plastic packaging recyclability and recycling technologies, along with increased inclusion of recycled content in rigid plastic packaging, is vital to developing environmentally sustainable solutions for the sector, according to experts at Ampacet and Borealis (now Borouge International). François Thibeau, strategic business manager for Flexibles, E&E, and Sustainability at Ampacet, tells Packaging Insights there are significant opportunities as well as challenges in the rigid plastic packaging space. 
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Sykell CEO highlights digital solution for efficiency and compliance in reusable packaging
Reusable solutions aimed at reducing packaging waste in the food, retail, and to-go sectors are gaining traction across Europe. However, providers frequently encounter challenges with return, cleaning, and inventory management, according to Sykell’s CEO, Davide Mazzanti. To tackle these issues, Sykell has developed the Circular ERP software, which enables reusable solutions to be transferred into a transparent and scalable system. The software has been put into use in Germany, the UK, and Denmark.
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Eco-forward rigid plastic
As consumer concern around sustainability grows, the use of more eco-forward rigid materials is increasing. This is reflected in a rising number of F&B launches using more sustainable rigid packaging, particularly recyclable plastic. Most of these launches are concentrated in Europe.
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ReStalk CEO talks regional, tree-free packaging material production
ReStalk turns farm waste into next-generation sustainable materials to replace traditional plastic and tree-based packaging products. We speak to the start-up’s co-founder and CEO, Benjamin Cassou, to learn more about ReStalk’s material choices and supply chain operations.
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Packaging Innovations 2026 review: Data, design & regulations drive circularity
Packaging Innovations 2026 in Birmingham, UK, welcomed 450 exhibitors showcasing circular packaging design. As the industry adapts to the UK’s packaging EPR and DRS launch, suppliers presented solutions catering to these regulatory shifts. Highlights included recycle-ready monomaterial solutions, compostable packaging and labels, and AI-assisted recyclability data analytics.

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South Africa boosts paper recycling amid plastic market challenges
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As South Africa’s paper recycling rate climbs, strong end markets for fiber and clean recycling streams are driving the materials’ high recovery rate, explains the Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa (PAMSA).According to the association, South Africa reached a 63.3% paper recycling rate in 2025, up from 60% in 2024.
Mondi showcases semi-chemical fluting portfolio for strength and moisture...
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Mondi is highlighting its semi-chemical fluting portfolio, developed to improve packaging performance across long journeys and fluctuating climate conditions, where material choice is critical for products to arrive intact. The portfolio includes ProVantage Powerflute, a containerboard created fully from fiber and engineered for applications requiring “maximum strength and resistance to variable climates.”
Aptar Beauty equips Clarins with foundation–serum bottle
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Aptar Beauty has equipped Clarins with a two-in-one dispensing bottle for the cosmetics company’s latest Double Serum Foundation. In the bottle, a thin wall separates two chambers, with a ratio of 70% of color cosmetics and 30% hydric system. The products stay separate until application. Clarins says the solution taps into the “skinification” trend, a holistic category that blurs lines between skin care and makeup. 
Packaging industry faces new digitalization compliance standards with EU...
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The EU Machinery Regulation was adopted in 2023 and will become mandatory on January 20, 2027. It introduces revisions to the Machinery Directive, which is currently in place, while aiming to continue the free movement of machinery in the single market and the protection of EU workers and citizens. “For packaging equipment manufacturers, the most significant change lies in the shift from a directive to a regulation, which removes national interpretation differences and creates a more uniform compliance framework across the EU,” Marcel Veenstra, Marketing and Communications manager at Sealpac International, tells Packaging Insights. 
Coca-Cola launches limited edition can for 250th anniversary of US
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Coca-Cola Beverages Florida has unveiled a limited edition can at its Jacksonville, US, facility to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary. Troy Taylor, chairman and CEO at Coke Florida, says that Coca-Cola has been “deeply rooted” in US culture for nearly 140 years. 
EU seed law reform: Can Europe balance modern breeding and crop diversity?
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As trilogue negotiations on the new EU seed law draw near (April 21), advocacy and seed preservation NGO Arche Noah warns the current draft risks creating a “de facto ban” on newly-bred, local conservation staple crop varieties, such as grains and potatoes, which could undermine agricultural biodiversity and F&B product variety. The EU’s Plant Reproductive Material (PRM) Regulation, initially proposed in July 2023, is a legislative overhaul aimed at unifying ten existing directives into a single regulation, governing the production and marketing of seeds, tubers, cuttings, and other plant reproductive materials.
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Walmart Central America expands electronic shelf labels for...
Walmart of Mexico and Central America has furthered its collaboration with Vusion, a tech firm that develops IoT and digital solutions for retail applications, to deploy the EdgeSense connected store platform across its Walmart Express stores in the region. EdgeSense is Vusion’s connected store platform, combining intelligent shelf infrastructure, computer vision, AI, electronic shelf labels (ESL), and real-time retail data to establish a unified operating system for physical stores.
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Empack 2026 preview: Industry to focus on automation,...
As Empack 2026 approaches in Gorinchem, the Netherlands (April 14–16), packaging experts are getting ready to showcase the industry’s latest innovations in banding, automation, and reduced plastic solutions. Visitors are invited to explore the booths of 247 exhibitors. As the largest packaging trade fair in the Benelux region, the trade show is also expected to address regulatory compliance and evolving supply chain challenges. 
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Top Packaging Trends 2026: Navigating sustainability,...
Innova Market Insights has announced its Top Packaging Trends 2026, with “Substantiated Sustainability” taking top spot. This trend emphasizes the need for verified environmental claims, driven by stricter regulations, such as the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). Global consumers are willing to pay more for sustainable packaging but are wary of greenwashing, meaning brands must back sustainability claims with scientific evidence. The second trend, “Digital-Enhanced Designs,” highlights the growing role of digital technologies like AI, augmented reality, and QR codes in packaging. These innovations improve consumer engagement and product traceability, while digital product passports offer detailed lifecycle data.

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Renewable rebellionApr2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates stable growth in F&B launches featuring “renewable packaging” claims between 2021 and 2025. Carton was the most commonly used packaging material, and launches...

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Packaging for Easter treats Apr 2026

Innova Market Insights data highlights rising momentum in Easter-related F&B packaging launches, with an average annual growth of 11% between 2021 and 2025. Brands are increasingly leveraging seasonal packaging to capture consumer attention, introducing playful shapes, innovative formats, and limited-edition designs. Colorful eggs, bunnies, and spring motifs continue to define F&B packaging design during the festive period.

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Eco-forward rigid plasticApr 2026

As consumer concern around sustainability grows, the use of more eco-forward rigid materials is increasing. This is reflected in a rising number of F&B launches using more sustainable rigid packaging, particularly recyclable plastic. Most of these launches are concentrated in Europe.

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ReStalk CEO talks regional, tree-free packaging material production

ReStalk turns farm waste into next-generation sustainable materials to replace traditional plastic and tree-based packaging products. We speak to the start-up’s co-founder and CEO, Benjamin Cassou, to learn more about ReStalk’s material choices and supply chain operations.

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