ILLIG packaging solutions GmbH is introducing its new modular production system for dry natural fiber (dry fiber) packaging. This innovation will be showcased at Fachpack 2024 in Nuremberg and aims to meet the rising demand for sustainable packaging solutions. The new ILLIG Dry Fiber Molding Machine (DFM) allows for the production of a …
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Arla Foods, in collaboration with Mondelēz International, has introduced a new line of Milka chocolate milk products. This launch marks a significant development in the history of the Milka brand, which Mondelēz has owned since 2012. The new Milka chocolate milk range, which became available in June 2024, includes three flavors—Original Chocolate, Caramel, …
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Unilever, USAID, and EY have launched the CIRCLE Alliance, a $21 million public-private initiative designed to address plastic pollution. The alliance aims to support entrepreneurs and small businesses across the plastics value chain in reducing plastic use and advancing circular economies. The CIRCLE Alliance will focus on scaling solutions that combat plastic waste, …
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Sealed Air has launched the BUBBLE WRAP® brand Ready-To-Roll Embossed Paper, a new fiber-based packaging solution designed for enhanced protection during shipping. The product integrates the traditional cushioning of BUBBLE WRAP® with a curbside-recyclable embossed paper. Targeted at pack station environments, the embossed paper is lightweight and durable, conforming to various shapes for …
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ALPLA and SEA ME GmbH’s zerooo have introduced a new line of reusable PET bottles designed for cosmetic and personal care products. Starting in September, brands in Germany will begin offering products like shampoo, shower gel, and body lotion in these 300-millilitre bottles. The bottles come in clear, milky white, and brown and are …
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Google has announced that it has successfully transitioned to 100% plastic-free packaging for its Pixel, Nest, and Fitbit devices. Initially, the company had pledged to achieve this milestone by 2025, but it has reached this goal ahead of schedule. The new packaging design emphasizes ease of recycling and sustainability. The shift from plastic …
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The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) and the European Union (EU) have launched a new €40 million Circular Economy Programme for the East and Southern Africa region. The initiative, known as the “SWITCH to Circular Economy in East and Southern Africa (SWITCH-2-CE in ESA),” aims to facilitate the transition from a …
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Aptar Beauty and Quadpack have introduced the updated Iconic Woodacity® 2.0 refillable lipstick, building on their successful collaboration from the previous year. The revamped product enhances sustainability and user experience by integrating new wood finishes and an innovative closure system. The Iconic Woodacity® 2.0 combines Aptar’s advanced Iconic mechanism with Quadpack’s custom wooden …
Siegwerk has announced new functional coatings for paper packaging designed to enhance barrier and heat-seal properties. The new coatings, part of the company’s CIRKIT product line, aim to meet the growing demand for recyclable and sustainable paper packaging. Oliver Waddington, Head of Business Development for Circular Economy Coatings at Siegwerk, highlighted the challenge …
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JYSK, an international home furnishing retailer with Scandinavian roots, has introduced a significant change in its packaging approach. The company is transitioning from plastic to cardboard bellybands for ready-made curtains, aiming to save 78 tonnes of plastic annually. This initiative is part of JYSK’s broader strategy to reduce plastic use across its product lines. …
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