Uflex has expanded its aseptic packaging facility in Gujarat, increasing annual production capacity from 7 billion to 12 billion packs, a 71.43% rise. This expansion enhances Uflex's market position, potentially increasing market share and operational efficiency. The move could lead to revenue growth and strengthens the company's competitive stance in the packaging industry.

Lecta, which is the Spanish producer of speciality papers when it comes to labels and flexible packaging, has launched Metalvac Ice Cream, which is a recyclable metallised paper that is developed for flexible packaging in the ice cream as well as frozen food segment.

The material goes on to extend Metalvac portfolio of the company and is intended as an alternative to the conventional laminate structures which are used for wrapping ice cream cones as well as comparable products.

Notpla, the award-winning sustainable packaging innovator, is returning to its roots at Imperial College London to help reduce single-use plastic across the university’s catering operations.

Imperial is working with Notpla as part of the Sustainable Imperial strategy, set up to deliver evidence-based solutions to climate change, embrace new technologies, challenge conventional thinking and lead by example on Imperial’s campuses.

An innovative form of biodegradable packaging made from seaweed is gaining real-world traction as companies and venues seek alternatives to single-use plastic waste. The technology, developed by UK-based startup Notpla, is designed to replicate the convenience of traditional plastic while naturally breaking down in weeks once disposed of, offering a potential solution to the global plastics crisis. 

Packaging plays a pivotal role in how Kenvue delivers safe, effective, and accessible consumer health products worldwide. Guided by its Healthy Lives Mission, the company is accelerating efforts to cut virgin plastic and scale smarter material choices across a diverse global portfolio—driving progress that is both practical and measurable.