Article2 min read May 1, 2025Amcor Research Report Finds Recyclability of Packaging Most Influential to ConsumersPackaging solutions provider Amcor has released the third edition of its European consumer claims research report. The report reveals that recyclability claims are the most influential on consumer purchase decisions. This coincides with a growing preference for paper-based packaging.
Article2 min read Apr 3, 2025Flint Group Commits to Ink Systems Free of Nitrocellulose to Enhance Flexible Packaging RecyclingFlint Group, a leading supplier of inks and coatings for the global print and packaging industry, has reinforced its commitment to Nitrocellulose-free (NC-free) ink systems in Europe. This initiative actively supports flexible packaging recycling in alignment with the newly updated Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).
Article1 min read Mar 27, 2025UPM Packaging Papers Achieve Recyclability Certifications in Europe and the USUPM Specialty Papers is proud to announce that its packaging papers have been certified as recyclable according to both European CEPI and U.S. WMU testing methods. All UPM barrier papers, barrier base papers and flexible packaging papers have successfully passed the new CEPI recyclability test. These papers are technically recyclable in a recycling mill with conventional process according to CEPI-Scorecard version 2.0 (January 2025).
Article2 min read Jan 16, 2025Is Your Packaging PPWR-Ready?The global packaging waste crisis is a growing challenge, with projections indicating a significant increase in waste generation in the coming years. In response to this escalating issue, the European Union has introduced the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).
Article1 min read May 16, 2024Viega Expands Press System Portfolio with New Valve ProductsViega further establishes itself as the leader in press technology with a new expansion in its valve portfolio. This launch of 21 valves across the ProPress, MegaPress and PureFlow systems means Viega now has the most complete press portfolio available on the market.