Unilever announces new initiative to boost packaging circularity
WEBAug 26, 2024 · Unilever has announced the launch of a new public-private collaboration, which focuses on scaling packaging circularity and reducing plastic waste.. Co-founded by Unilever, USAID, and EY, the The CIRCLE Alliance initiative was introduced in June this year. The initiative has committed $21m to support small businesses and entrepreneurs in the plastics value chain.
Reusable packaging is paving the way for a circular economy
WEBAug 5, 2024 · According to a report by Zero Waste Europe, setting a target of 50% reusable packaging by 2030 in the EU could cut CO2 emissions by 3.7 million tonnes and save 10 billion cubic metres of water and 28 million tonnes of material. This approach aligns with the principles of the circular economy, which focuses on designing out waste and pollution ...
The top 10 sustainable solutions for a greener tomorrow
WEBApr 8, 2024 · In this article, we delve into the top 10 must-have sustainable packaging solutions that are shaping a greener future. 1. Biodegradable plastics: pioneering the shift. Conventional plastics have long been the bane of environmentalists, clogging landfills and oceans for centuries.
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WEBLeading innovators in MFC coated packaging paper for the packaging industry. The packaging industry continues to be a hotbed of patent innovation. Activity is driven by reusability, recyclability, light weight, and...
GPA Global and Hub Folding Box merge to improve supply-chain …
WEBMar 10, 2020 · Chinese sustainable packaging specialist GPA Global and Massachusetts-based printer and producer Hub Folding Box have merged to form a larger global supply-chain solutions service. Jessica Paige March 10, 2020. The companies expect their combined assets to result in over $250m in annual revenue. Credit: GPA Global.
Paperisation: shifting from plastics to fibre-based packaging
WEBOumar Fofana August 12, 2024. The future of packaging is likely to see a continued shift towards sustainable materials. Credit: Nikita Burdenkov via Shutterstock. In an era increasingly focused on sustainability, the move from plastic to fibre-based packaging, known as paperisation, is gaining momentum. This shift is driven by environmental ...
Exploring the Top Ten Biggest Packaging Companies in the World
WEBSep 14, 2020 · 1. International Paper Company – $22.37bn. International Paper Company is witnessing a strong demand for corrugated packaging. Image courtesy of RUM-photo/Shutterstock. International Paper Company reported revenues of $22.37bn in 2019, a 3.99% decrease compared to 2018, becoming the world’s biggest packaging company.
Transforming packaging with sustainable alternatives to plastic
WEBSep 3, 2024 · Paper can be recycled multiple times, extending its lifecycle and reducing waste.”. Ranpak’s paper-based products, such as cushioning pads and void-fill systems, are designed to replace plastic bubble wrap, foam, and air pillows. “Our products are engineered to meet the demands of modern logistics while minimising environmental impact ...
The key packaging trends moulding the future of packaging
WEBAug 5, 2022 · Packaging Gateway’s parent company, GlobalData published a report on 31 March titled: ‘Top themes in packaging 2022’. It lists the top ten themes shaping the future of the packaging industry, including: advanced materials, artificial intelligence (AI), COVID-19, demographics, direct-to-consumer (D2C), eCommerce, environmental social governance (ESG), health and wellness, online food ...
Colorcon closes acquisition of Airnov Healthcare Packaging
WEBMar 3, 2023 · Credit: Christina Victoria Craft / Unsplash. UK-based pharmaceutical packaging supplier Colorcon has completed its previously announced acquisition of Airnov Healthcare Packaging. Airnov supplies controlled atmosphere packaging for the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical and diagnostic industries. The company provides customisable drop-in products ...