Ottawa wins Federal Court appeal allowing single-use plastics ban to stand

Grania Jain
February
19
/ 2026

The federal government scored a win at the Federal Court of Appeal on Friday, which upheld Ottawa's 2021 decision to list "plastic manufactured items" as toxic, allowing it to continue with its ban on several types of single-use items, including straws and grocery bags.

The decision overturns a 2023 Federal Court ruling which struck down the toxic designation, saying it was too broad to designate all such items with the label, in part because plastics were not a singular substance.

Metsä Board to open new Packaging Design Studio in Milan in summer 2026

Grania Jain
February
19
/ 2026

Metsä Board, part of Metsä Group, will open a new Packaging Design Studio in Milan in summer 2026, marking a significant step in accelerating packaging innovation and strengthening collaboration with European brand owners, converters, and packaging developers.

“Located in one of Europe’s leading design capitals, the Milan studio gives us a perfect setting to work even more closely with our customers. The studio makes it easy to connect, test ideas and move towards solutions that keep pace with the fast evolving packaging landscape,“ says Erja Hyrsky, SVP, Commercial Operations.

From color consistency to sustainability: Siegwerk and the Revere Group deepen partnership

Press Packagin…
February
18
/ 2026

Siegwerk, one of the leading global providers of printing inks and coatings for packaging applications and labels, has strengthened its long-standing partnership with US-based premium food packaging manufacturer The Revere Group, helping the company to achieve a more efficient, reliable and sustainable production. By switching to Siegwerk’s low-migration SICURA Nutriflex ORBIS DC inks, faster press speeds, improved uptime, and consistent Expanded Color Gamut (ECG) printing were enabled, reducing waste and supporting customer-focused sustainability goals.

 

Lecta’s EraCup Natural Earns flustix “Less Plastics Product” Certification, Marking a New Milestone in Responsible Paper Packaging !

Aditya Panwar
February
18
/ 2026

Lecta has achieved a significant milestone in sustainable food-service packaging with the flustix “Less Plastics Product”certification for its EraCup Natural board. This international recognition reinforces Lecta’s commitment to a new era of responsibility in paper packaging and positions EraCup Natural among the most advanced low-plastic solutions currently available on the market.

Future Trailblazers 2026 winners crowned at Packaging Innovations & Empack

Press Packagin…
February
18
/ 2026

The next generation of packaging leaders celebrated as Packaging Innovations & Empack recognises rising stars driving innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence across the industry.

The winners of the Future Trailblazers programme for 2026 were announced today at Packaging Innovations & Empack, celebrating exceptional young professionals who are driving the future of the packaging industry.

Neopac showcased NeoDose™ Solo at Paris Packaging Week 2026

Press Packagin…
February
18
/ 2026

At Paris Packaging Week 2026 (4–5 February), Neopac presented NeoDose™ Solo, its mono-material airless solution developed for sustainable skincare and dermocosmetic brands.


Oberdiessbach, Schweiz – Neopac Group, a supplier of ecodesign and high-performance tube packaging for cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and oral care products has launched it’s youngest member of the airless tube family at Paris Packaging Week on 4-5 February 2026.  

Pacapime Hungary and Mondi’s containerboard are keeping fruit and vegetables fresh and protected with high-quality packaging

Press Packagin…
February
18
/ 2026
  • Long-term partnership delivers reliable corrugated packaging for fresh produce applications.
  • Mondi's ProVantage SmartKraft Brown containerboard grade combines strength, surface integrity and consistent performance.

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