Marks & Spencer launches hair comb from recycled beauty packaging material

Katharine Beacham, head of sustainability, clothing and home at M&S, says: “We want to play our part in driving a more circular economy and the circularity services we offer are key to this. Since...

Beyond The Headlines: Mondi’s Poland plant upgrade, Walki’s collaboration for monomaterial pancake packs

In brief: Upgrades and acquisitionMondi completed a €90 million (US$95 million) investment upgrade in its Mszczonów plant in Poland, which doubled its capacity, making it the largest corrugated...

Polytag and UK retailer drive reuse and recycling through QR packs

Alice Rackley, CEO of Polytag, says: “By integrating our Digital Link QR codes, powered by GS1, we’re providing new ways to quantify the success of sustainability programs and enabling the reuse...

Alpla makes multi-million investment to boost manufacturing workforce in plastic packaging facility

Mirna Morcos, director for human resources in North America at Alpla, tells Packaging Insights: “Data has shown that the US is facing three unique situations within the labor market today: an aging...

Korean researchers tap into microbes for eco-friendly substitute to PET packaging 

Professor Sang Yup Lee from the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at KAIST tells Packaging Insights: “We have previously developed microbial cell factories for the efficient...

Billerud introduces surface-treated paper to expand its medical portfolio

Robert Torstensson, vice president, business area paper at Billerud, says: “An integrated pulp production ensures complete control of the manufacturing process, supported by comprehensive quality...

Bobst receives investment for flexo press technology and digital integration 

The Full Surface Matrix intercolor drying capability optimizes energy use, lowering drying temperatures and reducing overall energy consumption. Giovanni Fiorini, president and CEO at Fiorini, says:...

SIG partnership to unveil long-life probiotic beverage in aseptic packaging for Indian manufacturer

The shelf-stable nature of the product extends its life without refrigeration, facilitating easier transport and helping to minimize food waste. Furthermore, manufacturers can distribute its products...