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Chemical recycling scales amid regulatory support and environmental concerns

Chemical recycling is entering a new stage of investment and regulatory support as developments in the US and EU aim to provide greater regulatory certainty — but questions over economic viability and environmental performance continue. In chemical recycling, mixed and contaminated plastics are broken down into their basic chemical building blocks to create new raw materials. 
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Supplement packaging balances convenience, sustainability & portion control
Growing consumer awareness of health and nutrition is driving innovation in the supplement packaging space, as formats that cater to convenience, sustainability, and portion control evolve to meet regulatory standards.Packaging Insights speaks to Great Earth and ACG Group to understand how format, material, and regulatory pressures are reshaping supplement packaging design.
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Sidel reveals how changing demands are reshaping packaging machinery
Packaging manufacturers are being asked to do more with less, argues Andrea Solfa, product manager for End of Lines and Tunnels at Sidel. He highlights that, as producers manage a growing number of stock keeping units (SKUs) and packaging formats, they are also increasingly under pressure to reduce energy and material use, lower operating costs, and meet targets. Packaging Insights sits down with Solfa to discuss how expanding consumer demands are motivating packaging machinery producers to design with flexibility, integration, and digitalization in mind.
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Trends in snack pack launches
Innova Market Insights data indicates that snack launches grew at a +8% CAGR from July 2021 to June 2026. Flat pouches accounted for 50% of these launches, aligning with consumer preferences for purchasing salty snacks in pouches. Cup packaging formats showed the fastest growth, while plastic was the dominant packaging material.
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Dual-head Redundancy Non-Stop Sleeve Labeling by Bricspack
Bricspack’s dual-head redundancy system enables non-stop sleeve labeling without film splicing. Two independent sleeving heads, dual mandrels, and cutter systems provide hot-standby switching, while intelligent bottle-tracking and closed-loop compensation reduce omissions and defects. Validated at 36,000 BPH, the solution simplifies maintenance, improves fault tolerance, and significantly lowers total ownership costs.This Technical Paper is brought to you by Shanghai Bricspack.
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Industrial Physics underscores pack testing as rPET and lightweighting reshape performance

Natalia Ciesla, strategic segment manager at Industrial Physics, talks to us about how recycled PET (rPET) content and lightweighting are impacting bottle performance requirements. She discusses how testing can validate changes at production scale, and how quality assurance may evolve alongside sustainability targets.

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Rissmann launches paper-based box for luxury fragrance gifting
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Rissmann has launched the Shell Box, a paper-based box for luxury fragrances, particularly suited for seasonal gifts. The solution boasts a “smooth and controlled” opening for a “discovery experience” that aligns with current unboxing trends. The box, also suitable for wine and spirits, aims to combine modularity with visual impact for brand storytelling and caters to consumer demand for recyclable packaging solutions. The interior of the Shell Box is customizable to accommodate inserts, molded pulp, or another box. The outer layer is also adaptable to cater to seasonal celebrations, like an Advent calendar. 
BW Converting targets pet food with resealable closure technology
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BW Converting has expanded the application potential for its Hudson-Sharp Pour & Lok technology. The solution aims to support flexible packaging converters with resealable pet food packaging. Pour & Lok is designed for roll-stock production. The solution features an “easy-pour, easy-reclose format” and efficient processing on existing form-fill-seal lines. The format is said to be well-suited for pet food applications, where maintaining freshness and enabling clean, convenient dispensing are important at home and in the supermarket.
Tom Holland’s Bero taps glass packaging to elevate non-alcoholic beer
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Bero, a premium non-alcoholic beer brewery co-founded by Tom Holland and John Herman, has launched its signature Kingston Golden Pils in a glass bottle, alongside its existing aluminum can packaging. According to Bero, it is the first brand to introduce non-alcoholic beer in a glass bottle in the US. “While cans remain the dominant format for non-alcoholic beer, glass is growing in prominence by consumer demand, currently representing just over a quarter of the category, and has long had a natural place in restaurants, bars, and hospitality settings,” says Bero.
Truvant acquires Multi-Pak to expand supplement and healthcare packaging...
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Truvant, a packaging solution provider, has acquired Multi-Pak Packaging, a US contract packager that specializes in vitamins, minerals, and supplements (VMS), over-the-counter (OTC) solid doses, with additional capabilities in personal care and medical device packaging.The acquisition aims to enhance Truvant’s capabilities in a growth category fueled by consumer demand for VMS and other health products. Multi-Pak offers various primary and secondary packaging formats that complement Truvant’s existing lines.
Cleanr to launch stainless-steel straw filter targeting microplastics in...
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Cleanr is preparing to launch a stainless-steel straw filter designed to reduce microplastics and other contaminants in reusable water bottles. The filter can fit into reusable bottles and uses a vortex system, inspired by the way manta rays eat microscopic plankton. The design is said to remove smaller particles than other filters on the market. It also removes chlorine, which can improve taste.
August in review: Nestlé’s GLP-1 strategy, FDA GRAS proposal, El Niño risks
August 2026 F&B industry review.

Food Ingredients First

In August 2026, GLP-1 use pushed nutrient density and metabolic health further into mainstream F&B. Nestlé said it is exploring products tailored to people eating smaller portions, Tate & Lyle identified new reformulation opportunities around fiber and lower sugar, and strong nutrition demand helped lift Arla Foods Ingredients’ revenue.
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Bricspack dual-head non-stop sleeve labeling machine for 36,000 BPH production
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Dual-head Redundancy Non-Stop Sleeve Labeling by Bricspack
Bricspack’s dual-head redundancy system enables non-stop sleeve labeling without film splicing. Two independent sleeving heads, dual mandrels, and cutter systems provide hot-standby switching, while intelligent bottle-tracking and closed-loop compensation reduce omissions and defects. Validated at 36,000 BPH, the solution simplifies maintenance, improves fault tolerance, and significantly lowers total ownership costs.This Technical Paper is brought to you by Shanghai Bricspack.
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Fiber packaging sustainability claims face recyclability...
While the paperization trend continues to inspire product launches, there is growing attention to certain fiber-based claims that overlook the complexity and nuance of the material. Packaging Insights speaks to experts from Aicomp, Boxway Packaging Group, Flint Group, and MM Board & Paper to explore how overstated sustainability claims and gaps in consumer understanding of fiber have led to an oversimplified picture of the material’s environmental performance. 
Peak Nano nanolayer film technology using the same polymers
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Engineering New Film Capabilities Through Nanolayer...
Peak Nano’s nanolayering technology engineers commercially available polymers into high-performance films using existing extrusion equipment. By creating nanoscale layers as thin as 25 nanometers, the technology can improve barrier performance, toughness and recyclability while reducing costly materials and tie layers—accelerating next-generation packaging development without waiting for new polymer chemistry.This Technical Paper is brought to you by Peak Nano.

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Nutrition packaging formatsAug2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that as consumers increasingly incorporate supplements and sports nutrition into their daily routines, product launches continue to grow, driving innovation in nu...

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Refillable system upgrades Sep 2026

According to data from Innova Market Insights, consumers are interested in refillable packaging solutions, with 23% of consumers globally even willing to pay more for refillable packaging. New product launches show that refillable packaging is most often used in seasonings and water products.

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Trends in snack pack launchesSep 2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that snack launches grew at a +8% CAGR from July 2021 to June 2026. Flat pouches accounted for 50% of these launches, aligning with consumer preferences for purchasing salty snacks in pouches. Cup packaging formats showed the fastest growth, while plastic was the dominant packaging material.

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Industrial Physics underscores pack testing as rPET and lightweighting reshape performance

Natalia Ciesla, strategic segment manager at Industrial Physics, talks to us about how recycled PET (rPET) content and lightweighting are impacting bottle performance requirements. She discusses how testing can validate changes at production scale, and how quality assurance may evolve alongside...

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Smart Robotics showcases AI-driven Smart Palletizer 2.0
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ProAmpac spotlights fiber-based flexibles and active moisture technology
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