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Is DRS a load of rubbish? Economic report slams UK’s plan to introduce deposit return scheme

18 Apr 2019 --- A UK-wide deposit return scheme (DRS) would be a “highly inefficient” way to increase recycling and recovery rates in the nation, an Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) report has warned. However, UK supermarkets have come under increased pressure to back the introduction of a DRS and received warnings against “lobbying behind the scenes” in an open letter...

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The EU single-use plastic ban: Industry responses are in

02 Apr 2019 --- The time to act against the rising tide of plastic waste has never been more pressing in the eyes of consumers, businesses and governments alike. A host of countries are closing their doors to plastic waste imports and the prominence of plastics in marine environments continues to be spotlighted. In a move hoped to battle marine litter, the European Parliament last week voted to...

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Ticket to ride: Keiryo Packaging develops game-changing polymer processing technology

09 Apr 2019 --- Incoming EU regulations posit that beverage bottles will have to contain at least 25 percent recycled plastic (rPET) by 2025 and 30 percent by 2030. As the demands intensify, the plastic polymer market increasingly requires innovative technologies to bolster its response to regulatory change. A technology that could aid companies striving to meet higher sustainability targets is...

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Holiday designs: Easter eggs

During the lead up to a festive season, brands often consider investing in seasonal packages to capitalize on consumers’ generous spirit during these periods. Besides strengthening brand identity, seasonal packaging can help to boost sales and outshine competitors. With Easter just around the corner, several confectionery brands have begun to launch limited edition offerings with an...

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CPET, fiberboard tray touts 90 percent plastic reduction in the convenience market

The convenience market uses a huge amount of plastic trays, especially for ready meals. Nutripacks’ customers were asking for a more eco-friendly option, so the company created its patented eco-tray. The tray is flat-laminated with a crystallizable pet (CPET) film, it is then tray-erected, top-sealed and no adhesives are used.  A huge driver for the company was not compromising on...

Event Review

Empack 2019: Bio-based and mono-material flexible packaging solutions trend

Empack 2019, 3-4 April, held in Den Bosch, the Netherlands, attracted over 1,000 new exhibitors, alongside 200 established names in the European packaging industry. Flexible packaging was the dominant market in the show hall, with bio-based pouch options and mono-material, recyclable solutions trending.

03 Apr 2019 - 04 Apr 2019 Brabanthallen

BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT

Berlin Packaging continues European expansion with acquisition of Verrerie Calvet in France

08 Apr 2019 --- Berlin Packaging, a full-service supplier of glass, plastic and metal containers and closures, has acquired Verrerie Calvet, a packaging supplier strategically located in Aimargues, France. Verrerie Calvet brings strong experience in packaging for wine, spirits, olive oil and condiments. The move marks Berlin’s ninth overall acquisition since 2010 and the third in Europe...

WEEKLY ROUNDUP

Weekly roundup: Business rains down in Africa as AR Packaging acquires Nigerian carton producer, Huhtamaki...

12 Apr 2019 --- This week in packaging, AR Packaging entered into a definitive agreement with a subsidiary of Nampak for the acquisition of Nampak Cartons Nigeria, a producer of folding carton products for the tobacco, food and consumer goods segments. Huhtamaki inaugurated its new, state-of-the-art flexible packaging unit in Egypt, marking the company's entry into the manufacturing of...