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Selenis expands copolyester capacity with Polisan Hellas asset acquisition

Plastics producer Selenis has purchased the copolyester production assets of Polisan Hellas in Greece for installation at its site in Portugal. Following the acquisition, Selenis’ total specialty copolyester production capacity will reach 200,000 metric tons annually across production sites in Portugal, Italy, Tunisia, and the US. Selenis says that it is now Europe’s only producer of specialty copolyester, a type of modified polyester with glass-like properties. Packaging Insights sits down with a company representative to discuss the benefits of copolyester for packaging applications, as well as Selenis’ goals for the new acquisition and expanded capacity.
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Recycle-ready solutions and convenience formats reshape snack packs
Snack packaging providers spotlight low environmental footprint as a notable consumer trend that is impacting how they approach design, including recyclability and the inclusion of recycled content. At the same time, snackers are looking for on-the-go products and appropriately packaged healthy treats. Packaging Insights speaks to Greiner Packaging, LyondellBasell Industries (LYB), PureCycle, and TNA Solutions to learn more about the most significant developments changing snack packaging conventions. “Snack packaging equipment demand is increasingly shaped by the need to balance value, variety, convenience, and sustainability,” Simon Hill, group product innovation manager at TNA Solutions, tells us. 
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BV Glass: Germany’s glass industry faces capacity pressures amid weak demand
Despite strong infrastructure, technical expertise, and industry experience, Germany’s glass sector is facing weaker demand, says Christiane Nelles, director general of the Federal Association of the German Glass Industry (BV Glas). She argues this is due to overall lower demand in the glass packaging market and changing consumer behavior. 
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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.
Avebe technical paper on PFAS-free oil and grease barriers for fibre-based food packaging
Out with PFAS On with performance. How do you develop an oil and grease barrier that works beyond the laboratory?
Removing PFAS changes more than the coating chemistry. This technical paper sets out five principles for designing fibre-based barriers, from choosing the right base paper and forming a continuous film to testing performance under production and end-use conditions. Explore the principles alongside examples from Avebe’s development work.This Technical Paper is brought to you by Royal Avebe.
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Plasma coating found to boost moisture resistance of bio-based packaging films
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Bio-based cellulosic nanofibril (CNF) films from natural fiber are touted as a more environmentally-friendly alternative to conventional fossil-based flexible plastic films used in packaging. However, CNF films’ moisture absorption properties can compromise their structural integrity, according to scientists at North Carolina State University (NC State), US. The research team used plasma technology to layer a protective coating on the surface of CNF film to reduce water absorption and improve its moisture resistance. This can prevent the film from losing strength and reducing its gas barrier performance, which in packaging, can compromise product protection and shorten shelf life, according to the researchers. “This research provides a practical strategy for turning natural plant and tree fibers into functional, water-resistant packaging,” says Nathalie Lavoine, an associate professor in the Department of Forest Biomaterials at NC State. “It moves society one step closer to replacing everyday plastic wraps with renewable, biodegradable materials.” Discussing what needs to happen before the plasma treatment can be tested in commercial packaging applications, Lavoine tells Packaging Insights that several key research steps are still required. 
Syntegon supports WuXi XDC’s Singapore expansion with filling tech
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Syntegon has supplied WuXi XDC with advanced filling line equipment and isolator technology for pharmaceutical packaging at its Singapore manufacturing site. WuXi XDC is a Contract Research, Development, and Manufacturing Organization focused on the global antibody-drug conjugate and broader bioconjugate market. The company has celebrated the Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) release of its Singapore manufacturing site at Tuas Biomedical Park, marking the completion of the required GMP quality checks.
Sealed Air launches Cryovac ZeroPrep pouches for faster condiment dispensing
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Sealed Air Corporation’s Cryovac brand food packaging has unveiled ZeroPrep hand-dispensing pouches, developed to simplify back-of-house condiment dispensing in foodservice environments. The pre-filled pouches aim to offer an alternative to traditional squeeze bottles and rigid containers. The solution is designed to save foodservice operation time and reduce effort in every shift by eliminating labor-intensive preparation and cleanup.
EPR funding emerges as e-commerce packaging pressures strain US recycling...
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The Recycling Partnership’s latest report reveals that, as the US e-commerce industry continues to expand, companies are making packaging lighter to save on shipping costs. However, the increase in lighter, flexible packaging formats is creating challenges for residential recycling systems in many parts of the country. The US-based nonprofit’s 2026 State of Recycling Report, titled The Evolving Ton: Residential Generation Data, highlights that many US states are advancing packaging EPR laws, introducing a new source of funding to support recycling systems.
Futamura and Bio4Life unveil produce label ahead of PPWR compostability...
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Futamura has collaborated with Netherlands-based label producer Bio4life on a certified at-home and industrially compostable pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) label, compliant with the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation’s (PPWR) compostability requirements starting in 2028. The label is designed to help retailers and packagers remove conventional plastic stickers from fresh fruit and vegetables. The label combines Futamura’s NatureFlex cellulose film with Bio4life’s at-home compostable adhesive. 
AI and gene editing accelerate climate-resilient corn development for food...
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Rainbow Crops is collaborating with seed and genetics firm Vylor to accelerate the development of novel gene-edited corn traits using AI, multiplex genome editing, and precision breeding. The move aims to develop more resilient corn hybrids with improved tolerance to climate stresses as volatility continues to impact agricultural productivity and raw material supply. Many agricultural traits, such as drought resilience and yield stability, are influenced by multiple genes. Rainbow Crops says its Trait Foundry platform combines AI with multiplex genome editing to explore multiple genetic changes, supporting the development of more resilient and higher-quality corn varieties. 
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Packaging decarbonization: PET’s carbon advantage meets...
The packaging industry is exploring many routes toward decarbonization. While some companies invest in renewable energy and others switch to bio-based materials, the goal remains the same: to reduce the amount of carbon dioxide and other GHGs released into the atmosphere due to human operations. The capacity expansion is fully funded by the IMG Group.
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UK and EU recyclability rules risk widening packaging...
The EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) mandates that all packaging on the EU market is recyclable in an “economically viable way” by 2030. Meanwhile, the UK’s packaging EPR (pEPR) requires packagers to use the Recyclability Assessment Methodology (RAM) 2027 to assess the recyclability of household packaging placed on the UK market in 2027. A notable difference is that the UK’s RAM is a fee-modulation tool that applies a traffic light rating system to packaging based on the UK’s current recycling infrastructure, whereas the EU’s PPWR legal compliance standard regulates market access. The RAM 2027 framework was published in July and the PPWR became applicable across the EU in August.  
Avebe technical paper on PFAS-free oil and grease barriers for fibre-based food packaging
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Out with PFAS On with performance. How do you develop an...
Removing PFAS changes more than the coating chemistry. This technical paper sets out five principles for designing fibre-based barriers, from choosing the right base paper and forming a continuous film to testing performance under production and end-use conditions. Explore the principles alongside examples from Avebe’s development work.This Technical Paper is brought to you by Royal Avebe.

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Flexible plastics innovationSep2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that consumers globally associate plastic with portability and ease of storage, highlighting key attributes of flexible plastic packaging. These attributes are re...

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Caps & closures reimagined Sep 2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that product launches have increased over the past two years, with reclosable claims showing particularly strong growth, reaching a +15% CAGR from July 2021 to June 2026. As reclosability gains momentum, caps and closures are becoming an increasingly important area for packaging innovation.

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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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QBCRA outlines next steps for Quebec’s evolving DRS

Jean-François Lefort, VP Strategy at the Quebec Beverage Container Recycling Association (QBCRA), Canada, talks about Quebec’s modernizing deposit return system (DRS), the factors driving consumer engagement, and opportunities to improve return rates. He also discusses the expansion of urban...

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Shape the future of tuna with Tetra Recart® cartons 
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UFlex expands aseptic pack production capacity with Egypt facility
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Industrial Physics underscores pack testing as rPET and lightweighting reshape performance
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