Since plastic packaging accounts for a large fraction of plastic waste, the demand for environmentally friendly packaging ...

Fraunhofer researchers are developing an adhesive-free sealing technology for paper packaging through the PAPURE project, enabling fully recyclable packaging without plastic coatings or adhesives. The ...

Fiber-based flexibles do “not yet exist at the scale, cost, and performance needed” to solve the flexible plastic pollution problem, according to the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s newly released guide.

The technology is applicable to snack and confectionery packaging.

1. Paper-based packaging is the sustainable alternative that consumers want from brands. More and more, consumers are demanding packages that are environmentally responsible: recyclable and renewable.

As consumer demand for more environmentally friendly packaging continues to grow, more brand owners are making a commitment to sustainable packaging. A panel discussion at this year’s WestPack show — ...

Although eco-minded people do send their discarded paper off to be recycled, the recycling process isn't entirely environmentally-friendly – it generally requires a lot of power, and incorporates ...

With many companies moving from plastic packaging to paper-based alternatives in a bid to improve recyclability, the move ...

Henkel has released the 'first' cold seal solution designed for barrier-coated paper packaging, Loctite Liofol CS 7106 RE, ...

Henkel has developed a cold seal coating for barrier-coated paper packaging aimed at supporting recyclable paper structures. Loctite Liofol CS 7106 RE is designed for use in paper-based packaging ...