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UK government moves to amend packaging EPR while industry ponders costs
UK government moves to amend packaging EPR while industry ponders costs
The UK government has introduced draft amendments to the country’s packaging EPR (pEPR) before the UK Parliament. The amendments include offsets for companies implementing closed-loop waste management, fee adjustments, fiber-based definitions, and PackUK’s appointment of a Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO).According to Ecosurety, the UK EPR compliance specialist, the draft changes are likely to pass and become applicable in January 2026. The pEPR fees came into effect at the start of October.
AI and digital platforms enhance traceability in packaging supply chains
AI and digital platforms enhance traceability in packaging supply chains
Supply chain transparency is increasingly shaped by shifting global events and regulatory demand. Consumers and companies alike share concern regarding packaging material origin, recycled content verification, waste management, and ethical practices. In recent years, consumer concern about the sustainability credentials of packaging products — such as material source and composition — has prompted manufacturers and waste management companies to include labels and certifications that demonstrate the effectiveness of their solutions.
Appetite Creative director unpacks how EPR and QR codes reshape connective packaging strategies
Appetite Creative director unpacks how EPR and QR codes reshape connective packaging strategies
Jenny Stanley, managing director at the UK-based creative technology studio Appetite Creative, has released an updated edition of her book “Connected Packaging: The Game-Changing Marketing Tool.”   The updates include a chapter on the ongoing regulatory changes in the US, including the California Consumer Privacy Act and the upcoming GS1-powered QR code.  Packaging Insights sits down with Stanley to discuss the most significant recent regulatory developments in connected packaging.
The Future of Steel Drums: Building Sustainability Into Every Component
The Future of Steel Drums: Building Sustainability Into Every Component
From the steel body to the closures and linings, Greif offers a configurable solution that helps companies advance carbon reduction, chemical safety, and operational performance in one integrated package.This Technical Paper is brought to you by Greif.
Discover how Siegwerk’s circular coatings are shaping the future of sustainable packaging
Discover how Siegwerk’s circular coatings are shaping the future of sustainable packaging
From enhancing recyclability with deinking primers to enabling mono-material structures and fiber-based solutions, this video reveals three powerful trends driving eco-friendly packaging forward. Watch now to see how your production can meet rising sustainability demands.
FachPack 2025 review: Cross-sector packaging and technology highlights
FachPack 2025 review: Cross-sector packaging and technology highlights
FachPack 2025 showcased the latest innovations in packaging, packaging technology, and packaging processes. Industry professionals met at the Nuremberg Exhibition Centre in Germany to explore the latest packaging solutions for the food and feed, chemicals, pharma and medicine, cosmetics, retail trade, automotive, electronics, and logistics sectors. We look back at the key highlights.

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Sonoco completes ThermoSafe business unit sale to Arsenal Capital Partners
Sonoco completes ThermoSafe business unit sale to Arsenal Capital Partners
Sonoco Products Company has finalized the sale of its ThermoSafe business unit to Arsenal Capital Partners. The private equity investment firm has purchased the temperature assurance technology division for US$725 million. Sonoco signed a definitive agreement to sell ThermoSafe in September and has now completed the deal. Howard Coker, Sonoco’s president and CEO, says: “The completion of the sale of ThermoSafe substantially concludes Sonoco’s portfolio transformation, which simplified our operations from a large portfolio of businesses into two core global business segments focused on metal and paper consumer and industrial packaging.” 
Upcycle project transforms non-recyclable plastics into circular packaging
Upcycle project transforms non-recyclable plastics into circular packaging
Industry stakeholders have jointly launched the Upcycle project to convert non-recyclable plastics into circular packaging solutions. The initiative aims to tackle packaging pollution and reduce reliance on incineration and landfill as waste management systems. The partnership comprises 19 organizations, including Aimplas, Bioplastech, and research institutes such as Aalborg University in Denmark and University College Dublin in Ireland, among others.
Recyda join forces with SAP to tackle PPWR data reporting challenges
Recyda join forces with SAP to tackle PPWR data reporting challenges
Recyda, a provider of packaging sustainability software, has partnered with SAP, a Germany-based software company, to provide sustainability data for packaging companies. The collaboration integrates the specialized assessment capabilities of Recyda into SAP Responsible Design and Production. The partnership aims to address the regulatory challenges businesses face in preparing for the EU‘s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). The companies share that the primary challenge lies in “managing the vast amount of specific packaging data required for accurate assessment across a fragmented regulatory landscape.” 
Philippines launches public consultation to propel plastic waste management...
Philippines launches public consultation to propel plastic waste management policies
The Philippines has conducted a public consultation to validate and refine its draft National Plastic Action Roadmap. The public consultation conducted by the Philippines’ National Plastic Action Partnership (NPAP Philippines) is part of a broader co-creation process to finalize the National Plastic Action Roadmap, which underscores key action points to drive systemic change in managing plastic waste.
APCO and COFOSS collaborate for circular electronics packaging
APCO and COFOSS collaborate for circular electronics packaging
The Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) has partnered with the Coalition for Sustainable Solutions (COFOSS) to design circular systems for expanded polystyrene (EPS) in electronics packaging. APCO will advise on circular design principles while COFOSS will contribute to collection and recovery data on EPS in the electronics sector. 
Barry Callebaut enters alt-cocoa partnership amid conflicting full-year...
Barry Callebaut enters alt-cocoa partnership amid conflicting full-year earnings report

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Barry Callebaut is entering a long-term commercial partnership with German fermentation specialist Planet A Foods to scale ChoViva, a cocoa-free, sunflower-based chocolate alternative. The group is aiming to broaden its range of cocoa-free chocolate solutions amid volatility in the cocoa market, which has impacted its recently released annual earnings report. 
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McDonald’s Japan launches rPET strawless lids to cut waste
McDonald’s Japan will gradually change its cold drink lids for paper cups to strawless lids made entirely from recycled PET (rPET) nationwide, starting November 19. With the introduction of the lids, paper straws will be gradually phased out for select beverage items. Developed over the course of three years, the strawless lid was designed to meet different consumer needs, including in-store dining, takeout, delivery, and drive-thru. The lid allows customers to drink easily without a straw, features a spout that opens smoothly, and is engineered to prevent accidental spills during takeout or delivery.
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October in review: EU raises plastics levy, India and...
Last month, the EU announced a plastics levy raise and Türkiye allowed the integration of recycled plastic in food packaging. India and California, US, moved closer toward banning PFAS in food packaging. We also looked back at Anuga 2025 in Germany and London Packaging Week 2025 in the UK. 
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California settles lawsuit over false recyclability claims...
The California Department of Justice (DOJ), US, has settled a three-year investigation into Revolution Sustainable Solutions, Metro Poly, PreZero US Packaging, and Advance Polybag for false recyclability claims and the sale of non-recyclable plastic bags in the state of California. The four packaging manufacturers previously sold plastic bags certified to meet recyclability requirements, as required by state law SB 270. However, the California DOJ found these are not recyclable in any recycling stream.

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Dairy packaging innovationNov2025

Innova Market Insights’ data indicates a 3% compound annual growth in global dairy packaging launches between October 2020 and September 2025. Flat Pouch was the leading packaging type, while plastic ...

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Supply chain transparency Nov 2025

Innova Market Insights data showed an average annual growth of 10% in F&B launches with a Responsible Source claim from October 2020 to September 2025. Dairy and Soft Drinks had the largest share of these launches. The greatest five-year increase in the Responsible Source claim was seen in packaging within the Spreads category.

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Circular economy: Fiber-basedNov 2025

Innova Market Insights data shows an increase in global F&B launches using fiber-based packaging. Europe led these launches, accounting for 42% of NPD. The Bakery category emerged as the top segment for product launches utilizing fiber-based packaging, while Hot Drinks launches also showed an upward trend in the adoption of such packaging.

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