2+ day, 3+ hour ago   (268+ words) Dulicy has developed chocolate packaging made from natural Portuguese cork, intended as long-lasting souvenirs that tourists can reuse, recycle and biodegrade. A selection of six designs illustrates landmarks from famous cities and iconic symbols such as the Rooster of Barcelos,…...

2+ day, 5+ hour ago   (763+ words) The European Commission has published an FAQ document for the Directive on Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition, clarifying the rules around environmental claims and greenwashing that will apply from September. The Directive on Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition…...

2+ day, 21+ hour ago   (221+ words) Securikett has unveiled its ‘highly translucent’ paper-based security seals, available with a fibre tear effect or VOID technology and designed to deliver effective product protection without compromising packaging aesthetics. The new addition expands the company’s IT’S PAPER series beyond its…...

2+ day, 23+ hour ago   (599+ words) Packaging Europe Closed Loop Center report highlights impact of design on US consumer behaviour A new report published by the Closed Loop Center for the Circular Economy sets out a practical framework aiming to increase participation in reuse, recycling and…...

3+ day, 4+ hour ago   (812+ words) A new limited-edition can from PepsiCo uses thermochromic ink to change colour at the ‘optimal’ drinking temperature. Vinicius Sales, PepsiCo’s Global Design Leader, gives us a closer look at how the pack actually works and why ‘gamification’ projects like this…...

3+ day, 3+ hour ago   (388+ words) Nestlé and Platinum Equity have created Peranel, a 50:50 joint venture focused exclusively on water and premium beverages such as S.Pellegrino and Nestlé Pure Life – a move set to streamline investment and growth. Nestlé has planned to create a separate…...

3+ day, 4+ hour ago   (791+ words) How are the biggest names in our industry driving the transition from flexible plastics into paper-based alternatives? Small-format flexible plastic packaging is described as ‘one of the most stubborn’ technical and economic challenges in recycling. According to the EMF, around…...

3+ day, 23+ hour ago   (290+ words) Metsä Group has invested €25 million in a new fibre packaging production line in Äänekoski, Finland for its Muoto products, made from wood fibres and suitable for applications such as demanding serving and food packaging. The company’s Muoto solution is made…...

4+ day, 4+ hour ago   (689+ words) Today, several measures set out in the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation are officially enforced, and become legally binding. Here is everything you need to know about the new expectations, from the Declaration of Conformity to PFAS restrictions. From today,…...

4+ day, 3+ hour ago   (545+ words) After the company entered into administration earlier this year, Plastic Energy founder Carlos Monreal is returning as CEO as part of a new ownership structure. Back in May, Plastic Energy’s London-based operations entered administration due to cash flow challenges. This…...