Packaging news archive – Page 3
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ArticlePackaging firms see chance to build on European waste vote
Following the European Parliament’s vote on new packaging waste management regulations, it now falls to the Council of Europe to push the proposal forward before it is enshrined in law
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ArticleEuropean Parliament adopts plan to cut packaging waste
MEPs vote to adopt revised regulations that target single-use plastics and call for more reuse and recycling
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ArticleItalian packaging firms call for PPWR revision
The European Union’s ambitious plans to reduce packaging waste have been met with strong opposition among Italy’s plastic container suppliers
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ArticleChilean scientists develop bioactive paper to extend fruit shelf-life
Developers say the technology, which uses bioactive paper infused with Monterey pine and algae, can cut losses by up to 65 per cent
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CommentNew EU rules jeopardise world’s best recycling system
Saverio Mayer, CEO Smurfit Kappa Europe, warns that a crucial vote on Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation could result in more waste, not less
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NewsIfco unveils 2023 ESG report
Thriving Through Circularity report highlights the progress the group has made throughout the past year
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ArticleSofrupak offers topseal alternative
Witold Gaj, chief executive office at Sofrupak, says the company has developed an innovative new packaging concept that should pique the interest of supermarkets
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NewsDel Monte reveals banana RPC collaboration
Global produce company will debut the reusable plastic containers in the US, as it strives to decrease the environmental impact of banana packaging
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ArticleNew study endorses wood as the most sustainable packaging for F&V
Wooden packaging was the best performer in terms of cutting greenhouse gas emissions, pollution, ecotoxicity, and water footprint
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ArticleSmurfit Kappa solves punnet problem
New lattice box solves Isle of Wight Tomatoes’ punnet problem, says packaging manufacturer
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ArticleBrits ‘want ban on individually wrapped produce’
Survey indicates consumer support for cutting back on individual product packaging
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ArticleMFC acquires Pacific Fresh packing operations
Citrus packing business sold to MFC while citrus orchard holdings set to hit the market
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NewsFPJ Sustainability Special out now
We spotlight the sector’s latest efforts and innovations to mitigate climate change, from regenerative farming practices to sustainable packaging
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ArticleCosta trials laser technology
Eco Mark laser technology used on avocado skin as alternative to fruit stickers
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ArticleAbel & Cole: sustainability sticklers
For online organic retailer Abel & Cole, sustainability is much more than a marketing tool. Fred Searle visits the veg box specialist to learn more about its meticulous efforts in environmental and ethical supply
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ArticleRecyclability seal for wooden boxes ‘gives suppliers competitive edge’
Ecowoox label will help suppliers prove sustainability of wooden packaging to shoppers as Fedemco prepares to roll out new certification
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ArticleNew Golden Kiwi packs launched in Sainsbury’s
Updated packaging offers increased product visibility and ventilation
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ArticleCMI Orchards unveils new look for Kiku
US grower-packer-marketer to showcase refreshed apple brand Global Produce & Floral Show
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ArticleTomra opens European hub
New Valencia facility will strengthen the company’s service to European citrus packers
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ArticleLineage celebrates successful hackathon against food waste
Fungi For Future hailed as the champions by a panel of expert judges