From Plastic to Circular Paper-Based Packaging: A New Chapter for Noirmoutier

Grania Jain
October
23
/ 2026
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The Noirmoutier Sea Salt Cooperative is known for its commitment to responsible production. It has now taken a significant step forward by transitioning its Agri-Éthique labelled range to Sonoco’s GreenCan®, a paper-based packaging solution that supports circularity.

Along the windswept Atlantic coast of France, tradition runs deep. For generations, salt workers have carefully harvested sea salt by hand. The landscapes of Noirmoutier are more than a place of production. They reflect a heritage built on respect for nature, craftsmanship, and quality.

Aptar Closures Unveils Breakthrough Inverted Lidless Dispensing Closures for Clean, Single Handed Dispensing in Beauty and Personal Care

Grania Jain
October
23
/ 2026
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Features Aptar's patented SimpliSqueeze® valve for ready-to-dispense convenience, focused on reducing mess or drips, as well as premium aesthetics and feel.

Aptar Closures is launching a new family of Inverted Lidless dispensing closures to transform dispensing in the beauty and personal care markets. The line’s first two offerings, Cleo and Airy, help eliminate the need for separate lids while allowing for an inverted, ready-to-dispense packaging format that helps reduce unwanted messes, drips or product waste.

Self-cooling can chills drinks at the push of a button and remains recyclable

Vasu Goyal
October
22
/ 2026
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The Cool>Can features a simple button mechanism on its base. When pressed, it triggers an endothermic chemical reaction inside the can’s walls using a patented salt-based cooling agent called DC15.

Reportedly, this reaction chills the drink by approximately 10–15°C, depending on the starting temperature.

Silgan and American Industrial to buy Trivium Packaging in $3.4 billion deal

Grania Jain
October
22
/ 2026
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Silgan Holdings, opens new tab and private equity ​firm American Industrial Partners said on Monday they would buy Trivium Packaging ‌in a $3.4 billion deal, as the US consumer goods packaging maker looks to expand its footprint in Europe.
Silgan, whose customers include Campbell, opens new tab and Coca-Cola (KO.N), opens new tab, makes metal cans and dispensing products such as lotion ​pumps. Netherlands-based Trivium makes recyclable packaging material and is currently owned by ​Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan and Ardagh Group SA.

Industry leaders and former Trailblazers confirmed for 2027 awards judging panels

Bhaskar Ch
October
22
/ 2026
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Senior figures from IOM3, Nestlé, Asda, Lavazza Coffee, and across the packaging industry will select the Future Trailblazer Class of 2027, alongside a dedicated panel that recognises the mentors helping emerging talent thrive.

Packaging Innovations & Empack has unveiled the judging panels for the Future Trailblazer Awards 2027 and the inaugural Packaging Mentor of the Year Award, bringing together industry leaders and emerging professionals to recognise both the people making their mark on packaging and those helping others build successful careers within it.

What makes a Trailblazer? The judges' thoughts

Bhaskar Ch
October
22
/ 2026
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What separates someone who excels at their job from a genuine Trailblazer? Four judges of the Future Trailblazer Awards explore why fresh thinking, curiosity and the ability to inspire change can matter more than experience or groundbreaking invention.

There is a temptation, when we talk about trailblazers, to picture the inventor. The person who tears up the rulebook, creates something nobody has seen before and leaves everyone else wondering why they did not think of it first.

Jude Allan has a rather broader definition.

Billerud expands its offering for pharmaceutical packaging with PharmaKraft™

Grania Jain
October
22
/ 2026
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Demand for more sustainable packaging solutions is growing across the pharmaceutical industry. With PharmaKraft™, Billerud is strengthening its offering for pharmaceutical applications, making it easier for converters and brand owners to evaluate fiber-based alternatives for dry pharmaceutical packaging.

Royal Swinkels and Ardagh Metal Packaging unlock new opportunities for alcohol-free wine

Bhaskar Ch
October
22
/ 2026
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Luxembourg (September 7, 2026) – Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP) has partnered with Royal Swinkels on the launch of BarLoca. An alcohol-free wine in AMP's dedicated 250 ml wine can. BarLoca is made from Southern Italian wine and dealcoholised at Royal Swinkels' brewery in Lieshout. BarLoca Bianco and Rosso are now available in The Netherlands, Belgium and Germany in a semi-matt can built specifically for wine: it keeps out light and air and combines the quality and character of wine with the convenience and versatility of aluminium packaging.

Packaging pioneers take top honours as Margaret Bates and M&S triumph at London Packaging Week

Bhaskar Ch
October
22
/ 2026
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Former PackUK chief receives Lifetime Achievement Award for her contribution to the circular economy, while M&S is named Packaging Team of the Year for combining creativity, customer experience and sustainability at scale.

Margaret Bates, who led the establishment of the UK's packaging extended producer responsibility (pEPR) scheme administrator, and Marks & Spencer have been recognised for their contributions to the packaging industry at the London Packaging Week Innovation Awards 2026.

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