TotalEnergies, a major player in the energy sector, has taken a significant step towards sustainability by incorporating 50% post-consumer recycled polyethylene in the packaging of its premium lubricants range in Europe. The platinum-coloured bottles are produced by the company’s own polymers segment. This initiative follows a successful pilot project launched in 2021 with the …
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Aptar Beauty, a division of global consumer packaging company Aptar, has unveiled its inaugural monomaterial airless dispenser, known as Mono Micro. Initially introduced across the Micro 30ml range, the company intends to extend this sustainable solution to encompass the entire Micro range. The Mono Micro distinguishes itself by being crafted entirely from polyethylene (PE), …
Sidel has introduced a new PET bottle designed to provide a competitive edge for liquid dairy manufacturers. The miniature-sized bottle, catering to capacities between 65ml to 150ml, is particularly suited for products like drinking and probiotic yogurts, fitting seamlessly into both ambient and cold chain processes. Additionally, its versatility extends to applications in the …
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Brussels, Belgium – In a bid to promote sustainable packaging and contribute to reducing plastic usage, Blue Ocean Closures, a Swedish-based sustainable startup, has announced a new partnership with Coca-Cola’s Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) research and development (R&D) facility, headquartered in Brussels, Belgium. With a mission to combat …
Sidel, a key player in the blowing and PET packaging sector, has introduced StarLITE®R, a 100% rPET bottle aimed at helping carbonated soft drink (CSD) packaging producers promote material circularity. This addition to Sidel’s signature StarLITE® family addresses the complexities associated with incorporating recycled content. Sidel brings a wealth of experience in the …
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SIG, a leading packaging solutions provider, has unveiled the SIG DomeMini, an innovative on-the-go carton bottle designed to combine the convenience of plastic with the sustainability of carton packaging. This compact carton pack aims to encourage consumers and beverage manufacturers to consider more eco-friendly packaging options in a world where sustainability is increasingly …
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In a world where sustainability and environmental consciousness take center stage, Krones, a prominent player in the packaging industry, has achieved a significant victory with its revolutionary lightweight bottle design. This innovation has earned the company accolades from the prestigious German Packaging Prize jury. Kim Cheng, the Managing Director of the …
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In a significant step towards a more sustainable future, Tetra Pak has released its Sustainability Report FY22, marking its 24th edition and showcasing the company’s continued commitment to sustainability. The report reveals an impressive 39% reduction in operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions globally, with a remarkable 84% of the company’s energy derived …
SABIC, a global chemical industry leader, has teamed up with specialists in in-mold labelling (IML) to introduce a groundbreaking solution for food packaging containers. This innovation utilizes certified renewable polypropylene (PP) resins to create high-quality mono-PP thin-wall packaging, all while maintaining quality, processability, safety, and convenience. The IML technology employed here accomplishes seamless …
Revolutionizing Label Substrates for a Circular Economy Label substrates are rapidly adapting to fulfill the growing demands of circular economy initiatives. This shift involves diverting packaging away from landfills and toward material recovery and clean separation, ultimately repurposing them as feedstock for new labels and packaging products. Embracing Post-Consumer Recycled …
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