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DIC and Artience launch flexible packaging recycling protocol in Japan

DIC and Artience Group, two of Japan’s leading printing ink and packaging materials suppliers, have launched a framework for the recycling of packaging film that aims to standardize procedures for the Japanese market. The “common evaluation protocol” harmonizes test procedures, evaluation criteria, and reporting formats for the deinking and delamination of flexible packaging. 
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Bioplastic packaging tackles recyclability and reuse challenges across industries
Scientists and commercial researchers are continuously discovering new natural polymers that can be turned into bioplastic packaging and replace conventional fossil-based polymers.  This type of material is most often sought after for its natural degradation properties, which some see as a solution to packaging waste pollution. Packaging Insights looks at the packaging applications where bioplastics show the greatest potential, along with Ampacet, Sulapac, and Taghleef Industries. The packaging material suppliers also discuss their latest offerings and end-of-life goals.  
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Syndigo: Brands risk overlooking data challenges behind Sunrise 2027
Brands risk underestimating the data challenge behind the global project Sunrise 2027 by focusing on the barcode rather than the information it delivers, according to Tarun Chandrasekhar, president and chief product officer at Syndigo. Syndigo is a software and product data services company that helps companies manage product information. 
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Next-gen packaging reshapes bakery aisle
Innova Market Insights data indicates that bakery packaging launches grew at a CAGR of 4% from July 2021 to June 2026. Flat pouches were the leading format, with plastic remaining the top packaging material and carton gaining momentum. Recyclable was the leading sustainability claim, while responsible source claims continued to gain ground.
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Circular by design: unlocking sustainable packaging solutions
Meeting the global challenge of plastic waste and building a low-carbon and circular economy requires innovation, investment and collaboration. Read the LyondellBasell (LYB) white paper to explore how smart packaging design can help optimize packaging performance, reduce material complexity, improve recyclability and support circularity goals.This Technical Paper is brought to you by LyondellBasell.
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Tetra Recart targets private label growth with packaging innovation
We speak to Laura Latišonoka, market support and product management director at Tetra Recart, about the company’s private label offerings. We also discuss the impact of shifting consumer habits and geopolitical tensions on private label innovations and partnerships.  

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International Paper enters talks over potential EMEA packaging sale
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International Paper (IP) is in talks with bidders about the potential sale of its Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) packaging business.   The paper and packaging producer says the sale process is in an early stage and that there is “no certainty” a deal will be agreed. 
Sonoco Orbit’s easy-open jar closure certified for accessibility in Sweden
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Sonoco’s Orbit closure has received “Easy to use” certification from the Swedish Rheumatism Association, recognizing its usability and accessibility following independent testing with individuals facing hand strength and dexterity challenges.  The solution is developed to make vacuum-sealed glass jars easier to open through a two-part metal lid that reduces opening torque by up to 50% compared with conventional alternatives, according to Sonoco.
Amcor teams with partners on single-dose pet nutrition packaging for China
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Amcor has joined forces with Chinese pet food brand Sea Fairy and single-dose OEM specialist Petino to develop a card-style, single-dose format for pet fish oil, liquid nutritional supplements, and other pet nutrition products.  The collaboration aims to align consumer needs, packaging design, production requirements, and brand objectives. 
PM Studio acquires TNT Group to build €130M luxury packaging business
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PM Studio Group has acquired TNT Group, creating a packaging business with approximately €130 million (US$146 million) in combined revenue and strengthening its position in global luxury markets. The partnership brings together PM Studio’s expertise in the secondary packaging and bespoke accessories space, with TNT Group’s premium primary and secondary packaging solutions for the beauty, wines, and spirits sectors. 
Sidel targets label material reduction with EvoDeco Next
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Sidel has unveiled EvoDeco Next, its next-generation roll-fed labeling solution, integrating high-performance production with decoration freedom and lower material consumption. The solution is said to allow beverage producers to use less label material while offering premium brand expression by bringing partial labels to a roll-fed platform. The company designed the system while prioritizing the robustness required for industrial production.
El Niño reshapes food commodity risks as supply pressures diverge
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Food Ingredients First

El Niño’s impact on the F&B industry is already visible, but manufacturers are not facing a uniform shock. From cocoa and coffee to sugar, palm oil, and seafood, the effects are emerging at different speeds — with some markets already pricing in disruption while physical supply pressures in others may take longer to materialize. El Niño is a recurring climate pattern in which unusually warm Pacific Ocean waters disrupt weather patterns around the world.
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EU weighs PPWR compliance relief as cross-border small...
The EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) has raised concerns among micro and small businesses selling across borders within the bloc with its authorized-representative requirements, part of its EPR rules, industry groups warn.  While EU lawmakers consider temporary relief for eligible businesses, industry stakeholders remain divided over how exemptions should work and how to ensure producers continue to meet their packaging waste obligations. 
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Material Week Tokyo 2026 review: Japan’s plastics policies...
At Highly Functional Material Week Tokyo 2026, Japan, 1,016 exhibitors spanning corporations, industry organizations, and research institutions, presented packaging innovations across films, plastics, metals, ceramics, and sustainable materials to approximately 35,811 visitors. Driven by the expansion of the regional packaging market, businesses are aligning their strategies with Japan’s accelerating plastics policies, as well as international regulations such as the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).
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EU Parliament committee backs EPR reprieve for SME packaging
Yesterday, the European Parliament’s (EP) Committee on the Environment, Climate and Food Safety voted in favor of a proposal to temporarily suspend authorized representative requirements for micro, small, and medium enterprises (SMEs) under packaging EPR rules.  According to the EP, the proposal comes from the European Commission’s (EC) Environmental Omnibus package and aims to reduce administrative burdens. If adopted, the requirement for SMEs to appoint authorized representatives to export packaging and single-use plastics within the EU will be dropped until 2035. 

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Trends in AI use for packaging manufacturingOct2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that more manufacturers are launching products in new packaging formats. The growing number of formats, materials, and sustainability requirements is creating mor...

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Bioplastics expand across packaging formats Oct 2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that 30% of consumers globally have chosen biodegradable packaging to be more sustainable in the past year. In response, bioplastics are appearing across diverse packaging formats, from compostable coffee and tea capsules to pouches, trays, cartons, and bottle wrappers, with innovation focusing on renewable materials, compostability, and end-of-life solutions.

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Next-gen packaging reshapes bakery aisleOct 2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that bakery packaging launches grew at a CAGR of 4% from July 2021 to June 2026. Flat pouches were the leading format, with plastic remaining the top packaging material and carton gaining momentum. Recyclable was the leading sustainability claim, while responsible source claims continued to gain ground.

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Material Week Tokyo 2026: Brückner Group highlights film stretching and testing systems in Japan
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