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Presented on Tuesday 14 October 2025, France’s draft Finance Bill for 2026 includes the plastic tax, detailed in Article 21.
The proposal introduces a new tax on producer responsibility organisations (PROs) which, together with local authorities, are responsible for the collection and recycling of plastic packaging.
The tax is designed as an apportionment mechanism, calculated using the same basis as the contribution to the European Union.
This innovative packaging leverages the freshness-preserving compound 1-MCP (1-methylcyclopropene), which is released directly inside the bag, providing growers and retailers with a powerful tool to combat the rapid spoilage of fruit.
Recent trials conducted by IDC Patagonia in Argentina demonstrated that William’s pears (Pyrus communis L.) packaged in the MCPBag ripened significantly slower than those in conventional packaging.
Billerud is strengthening its leadership in the premium Containerboard segment through a targeted investment at its Gruvön mill. A new headbox installation on the paper machine will elevate the company’s flagship product, Billerud Flute®, to new levels of strength, quality consistency, and performance.
The upgrade will improve fiber orientation, sheet uniformity and enabling higher strength properties – all key benefits for converters and brand owners in demanding logistics and climate conditions.
Gatorade today announced the launch of a groundbreaking generative-AI design experience on its free Gatorade iD membership platform. In partnership with Adobe Firefly, Adobe’s commercially safe family of creative AI models, the brand is introducing a new customization tool that allows athletes to create uniquely personalized Gatorade Squeeze Bottles—unlocking millions of design possibilities.
World-first aseptic carton with paper-based barrier for the juice category
Tetra Pak, together with leading Spanish beverage producer García Carrión, has launched the Tetra Brik® Aseptic 200 ml Slim Leaf carton featuring a paper-based barrier for juice, under the flagship Don Simón brand. This is the first juice portion pack globally to use the innovative barrier and the first such package available in Spain.
The Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) has unveiled its FY26–27 Business Plan and Statement of Intent, marking a significant step in aligning national packaging standards and preparing the sector for upcoming regulatory reforms.
The plan aims to provide clarity and practical guidance for companies navigating evolving compliance requirements.
The FY26–27 plan emphasises national coordination and consistency in packaging regulations.
Sidel has launched Nitro Square, an innovative square-shaped PET bottle designed specifically for still water using liquid nitrogen (LN₂) dosing, offering brands a fresh, premium look without compromising performance.
Nelipak® Corporation (“Nelipak”), a leading global provider of healthcare packaging solutions, announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Merrill’s Packaging.
In a milestone for sustainable mobility, Fiat has become the first automobile manufacturer to integrate recycled materials from used beverage cartons into a production vehicle. The newly launched Fiat Grande Panda features interior components made using polyAl, a material derived from the thin layers of polyethylene and aluminium found in beverage cartons.