First bio-based cap for gable top packages
Tetra Pak announced the launch of the world's first bio-based opening for gable top packages.
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European Bioplastics praises MEPs decision on plastic bags
European Parliament vote on plastic bags paves the way for biodegradable and compostable plastic bags, European Bioplastics claims.
Packaging technology from Krones at interpack 2014
At interpack 2014 Krones will be showcasing a whole series of innovations and design enhancements.
Protective layers made from BASF materials
Innovative BASF materials provide safe barriers against mineral oil residues in food packaging.
The latest innovations in packaging
Smithers Pira explores the top five innovation trends currently occurring in the packaging industry.
Global demand for food containers to rise
World demand for food containers will increase 4.5 percent per annum to $139 billion in 2017, according to Freedonia report.
Low plastic bag consumption in Germany
Consumption of plastic bags in Germany is low in comparison with the rest of Europe, according to the latest study by GVM.
Apex Machine Company at Interpack 2014
Apex Machine Company will show in Düsseldorf their new S-11-C Strap Printer.
First polycarbonate 3L Fernbach flask
SABIC works with TriForest Labware to develop first-of-its-kind 3L Fernbach flask.
New packaging from RPC Bebo Plastik
The company has introduced a versatile and user-friendly re-closable food packaging concept for a variety of applications.
Positive results of interplastica 2014
Between 28 and 31 January 2014, 20,000 visitors from all members of the CIS attended interplastica and the packaging fair Upakovka/Upak Italia.
Separable Top makes recycling easier
An innovation of Tetra Pak enables consumers to detach the plastic top from the carton sleeve.
How does sustainability challenge luxury packaging?
Smithers Pira explores the potential obstacles involved with sustainability for the luxury packaging industry, and how these are being overcome.
Analysts expect caps & closure market to grow
The caps & closures market is estimated to grow from $42.7 billion in 2012 to $56.6 billion by 2018.
Pioneering solutions for Russian packaging industry
Netstal will be demonstrating its solutions for the Russian market at the Interplastica fair in Moscow.
Recycling rate of metal packaging hits new record
The 2011 recycling rate for rigid metal consumer packaging in Europe reached a new record of 73%.
Good prospects for fairs in Moscow
The two leading trade fairs in plastics and rubber and in packaging and process engineering will be held in Moscow from 28 to 31 January.
Sokpol installed combi line from Sidel
Polish fruit juice producer Sokpol decided that the second line would be completely supplied by Sidel.
P.E.T. Engineering honoured for eco-design of packaging
P.E.T. Engineering received a distinction plaque in the category Eco-Design of the Sustainable Development Awards 2013.
Future of the North American Packaging Market
Smithers Pira examines the key areas of growth and the main challenges to the North American Packaging Market in the next four years.
New concept for food fackaging from LyondellBasell
New addition to Toppyl family of polyolefin resins provides a new level of convenience and ease of use, without sacrificing protection.
Consumer trends shaking up the packaging industry
The latest Smithers Pira report contains an overview of the most important trends in the packaging industry.
Thinking thin: it pays to consult a specialist
El-Exis machines from Sumitomo (SHI) Demag have become the equipment of choice for many thin wall moulding specialists.
Derprosa will exhibit at the LuxePack Monaco fair
In Monaco Derprosa will display the latest products from its Elegance range and its films with metallised finishes.
More on M&A, packaging printing and communicating with the customer
At the Pira Packaging Summit delegates will hear from representatives across the packaging supply chain and hear perspectives on all that is currently developing in and around packaging today.
Programme for the Pira Packaging Summit 2013 announced
The programme for the Pira Packaging Summit 2013 features a high-profile line-up of speakers from across the packaging industry.
Plastics and packaging market grows in West Africa
Imports of plastics, printing and packaging machinery see double-digit growth in West Africa.
Lanxess at drinktec 2013
Lanxess will present its Velcorin technology for cold sterilization and the new Velcorin DT Touch dosing technology for the beverage industry.
Carton board as the base for transport packaging
Finnish Eltete Group manufactures the pallets and transport boxes based on paper board.
Particle foams for packaging industry
At FachPack 2013 BASF will present range of particle foams enhancing safety of packaging.
The "Maison Surlyn" unveils its new collection
DuPont Surlyn is used for a new decoration technology developed by DuPont and Oriol & Fontanel.
Total unveils the second Supertough 22ST05
The newest member of the Lumicene Supertough family is dedicated for the industrial film sector.
The New Way to Drink Coffee
First production application of the compostable plastic ecovio in coffee capsules plus packaging.
Dell's waste-free packaging policy
By 2020 all Dell's packaging will be made from sustainable materials and will be recyclable or compostable.
HDPE cap made from sugar cane
Tetra Pak announced the global launch of LightCap 30, a high density polyethylene cap made from sugar cane.
Swerve neck solution at InnoBev in Warsaw
P.E.T. Engineering was awarded with the "Best light-weighting" for the patented solution "swerve neck" at InnoBev in Warsaw.