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Aptar CSP Technologies Increases Capacity for Active Packaging Solutions that Protect Diagnostic Test Kits

08 Jun 2023
Press Packagin…

Auburn, AL, December 16, 2020 – Aptar CSP Technologies, a leader in material science and active packaging solutions that ensure product protection, extend shelf life and improve user experiences, and part of AptarGroup, Inc., announced it has expanded capacity for producing multiple configurations of its patented 3-Phase Activ-Polymer™ technology to support increased demand for diagnostic test kits protection solutions.

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Coca-Cola HK and City Plaza raise awareness of proper recycling with new 'Recycle Bar'

06 Jun 2023
Grania Jain

Opening from 2 until 11 June, the "Recycle Bar" is decorated with more than 30 pieces of bar furniture made out of 18,000 plastic bottles by 3D-printing, and with a collection of rPET turned everyday items that is exhibited on spot. Visitors are encouraged to recycle used PET bottles for redemption of free beverages and rPET-made souvenirs.

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Lumene launches biobased packaging

06 Jun 2023
Grania Jain

Finnish beauty brand Lumene has launched a biobased packaging with both the jar and label made with UPM’s wood-based material, further processed by Sabic. 

Lumene’s new jar and the self-adhesive label originate from renewable UPM BioVerno naphtha, produced by UPM in Finland. The naphtha is processed into certified renewable polypropylene by Sabic, a chemical industry specialist, and then converted both into commonly recyclable cosmetics containers and product labels printed on UPM Raflatac Forest Film label material.  

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World Environment Day: ITC Scales Up Its Sustainable Packaging Offerings For Plastic Substitution

06 Jun 2023
Komal Sharma

On World Environment Day 2023, ITC reaffirmed its commitment to address the issue of plastic waste management through its multi-dimensional initiatives. Powered by its ‘Sustainability 2.0’ vision articulated by Chairman and MD, Mr Sanjiv Puri, the company has been scaling up its investment in developing innovative and eco-friendly packaging solutions that can substitute single-use plastics. ITC sustained its Plastic Neutrality status for the 2nd consecutive year by sustainably managing 60,000 MT of plastic waste in FY23, which is more than the amount of packaging utilised.

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Indorama Ventures, Carbios Partner to Build PET Biorecycling Plant in France

06 Jun 2023
Vasu Goyal

Based on and subject to the comprehensive terms set out in the MOU, Indorama Ventures plans to mobilize about €110 million for the joint venture in equity and non-convertible loan financing, pending final engineering documentation and final economic feasibility studies. Both parties have acknowledged their mutual support for the implementation of the project and their intent to finalize contract documentation before end 2023.

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Light Wrap: The innovative packaging solution tackling CO₂ emissions

05 Jun 2023
Grania Jain

Light Wrap, which has been specifically designed as a wraparound for cartons such as milk and juice cartons, offers a clever design that improves packaging while using less fibre. This results in a remarkable 19% reduction in CO₂ emissions compared to current, alternative packaging methods.

"As leaders in the packaging industry, we know that innovation and design are essential to creating sustainable and efficient solutions that meet the needs of our customers and society." - Luis Serrano, Sales, Marketing & Innovation Director, DS Smith, Iberia

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Gordon Ramsay’s Gin Gets a Sustainable Bottle Upgrade

05 Jun 2023
Grania Jain

To bring the bottling to market, the distillery partnered with Croxsons, a glass packaging company known for its eco-friendly practices. The bespoke 70cl bottles contain 18% less glass than the standard industry size.

The design of the bottle reflects Ramsay’s personal touches. Embossed with the letter “R,” which represents Ramsay’s signature, the bottle features lines that create the illusion of waves washing onto the shore. Inspired by the chef’s passion for fishing, each line merges into a small fishtail at the bottle’s base, per the report.

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