Kvatt CEO talks reuse in e-commerce to cut emissions and waste

We speak to Gianfranco Bächtold, CEO and co-founder of Kvatt, about how the company aims to reduce emissions by fostering a reusable packaging system. The consumer brand-focused company helps consumers overcome complex labels and...

NBCo CEO talks wet molded fiber tech and plastic regulations in Southeast Asia  

We speak to Alvin Lim, founder and CEO at NBCo, about the Singapore-based company’s wet molded fiber alternative to plastic. Lim explains how the solution responds to the global regulatory push for plastic-free packaging and the...

IFFA 2025: Ishida Europe launches QX-800 traysealer for high-volume production

Ishida Europe unveiled the latest trayselaer from its award-winning platform at IFFA 2025 in Frankfurt, Germany. Tara O’Connor, product manager for traysealers in EMEA, outlines the QX-800’s core benefits, from energy and cost...

IFFA 2025 live: DuPont PlexiLine displays food presentation enhancement packaging

DuPont PlexiLine presents its latest rigid packaging solutions, including new dark smoke colors, for meat and cheese applications at IFFA 2025 in Frankfurt, Germany. Henk Vandoorn, sales export manager, explains how these...

IFFA 2025 live: Sealpac launches F-series thermoformer for plastic reduction and recyclability

At IFFA 2025 in Frankfurt, Germany, Sealpac International showcases its new F-series thermoformer. The packaging machine can handle all flexible and rigid film applications and offers control software for in-line connectivity....

The implications of the UN Global Plastic Treaty for Africa

The UN Global Plastic Treaty needs to scale waste management solutions that encourage reuse systems and reduce reliance on single-use, says Merissa Naidoo, Plastic Programme manager for GAIA and BFFP Africa. Our discussion...