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Novelis and Beiersdorf have announced that the iconic Nivea Creme tin is now made from 95% recycled aluminium. The companies say that using a higher level of recycled content helps to lower the carbon footprint of the pack while maintaining the same durability and appearance as before. A process of joint research and development allowed the partners to optimize alloy composition and manufacturing processes. Novelis and Beiersdorf claim that recycling aluminium uses only 5% of the energy requ
Happy Products has unveiled a ready-to-drink coffee line in eight collector’s edition cans to celebrate Marvel Studios’ upcoming film Avengers: Doomsday. Each 11oz can features a high-resolution, tactile print of an iconic character from the Marvel Cinematic Universe. These include Captain America, Black Panther, Thor, Mister Fantastic, Mystique, Mister Fantastic, The Thing, and the new character Doctor Doom – played by Happy co-founder Robert Downey Jr. The limited-edition lineup will apply
Smurfit Westrock, AB InBev and JKR have designed a fibre-based packaging concept that carries one bottle of alcohol-free Corona Cero beer for each day of the week. Seeking to combine consumer insight with paper-based packaging, the “7 Days, 7 Moments” concept comprises a consumer pack and corrugated transport solution. It is intended as a ‘distinctive’ format that that protects products throughout the supply chain while supporting sustainability ambitions. Smurfit Westrock utilized its Design2
Live from the show floor at TOKYO PACK 2026, Packaging Europe’s director Tim Sykes walks us through some of the innovations on display and reflects on the packaging landscape in Japan, from definitions of sustainability to legislative preparation. For a visitor more familiar with the European packaging landscape, TOKYO PACK 2026 offered some instructive contrasts. Japan's packaging industry is highly technically innovative, and it serves consumers with exacting expectations of quality, convenie
The European Commission has published new guidance to clarify Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) obligations for small businesses operating across Member States. The Commission emphasizes that small producers generating less than 10 tonnes of packaging per calendar year already receive exemptions and flexibilities under the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation. Yet Member States and Producer Responsibility Organizations (PROs) are also expected to ensure that producers making small amo
Ing. Alberto Castellanza, Director of Markets and Products Development at Novamont S.p.A., discusses the company’s ovenable ready meal tray, developed in collaboration with CCM. It combines bioplastics with paper to meet paper mono material definition. It was nominated in the Driving the Circular Economy category of this year’s Sustainability Awards. You’re a finalist in the Sustainability Awards 2026. Congratulations! To start off, could you summarize your entry in less than 50 words? Thanks!
The German ministry for finance has proposed draft legislation for a plastic tax (Plastiksteuer) for businesses with a proposed start date of July 2027. The move faces considerable pushback from business and industry associations and has yet to pass parliament. The draft legislation sets out a cost of 550 Euro per ton of plastics in packaging. This will apply to plastic packaging, flexibles and composite packaging containing over 5% plastics, according to reports from German media outlet ARD. T
Sun Chemical has launched its SolarFlex FSP UV flexographic ink range as a food-safe, low-migration and high-quality solution for label and packaging manufacturers. Reportedly, this formulation offers low odour, excellent printability, low viscosity, and fast curing. This is expected to minimize the risk of migration, flavour transfer and odour contamination – all while meeting high print speed and productivity requirements in the label and packaging sectors. Suitable for labels, sleeves and p
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Nestlé will no longer offer paper-based capsules for its Nespresso coffee brand – a decision it attributes to consumer feedback and product quality. Previously, Nestlé joined forces with Huhtamaki to develop home-compostable, paper-based Nespresso capsules. Launched in France in November 2022, they were set to be piloted with consumers in France and Switzerland the following year before being distributed more widely. The capsules were made using 82% paper pulp and featured a thin, compostable
Cazcabel Tequila has redesigned the bottle for its Blanco and Reposado tequilas, with the new 70cl bottle rolling out in the UK and Europe from October, followed by new 75cl and 1L bottles in the US from January 2027. The new design highlights the brand's family estate, field-to-glass story and its premium positioning in a fast-maturing category. The redesign centres on the agave piña, the heart of tequila. According to the company, it celebrates the family's pride that Cazcabel is made only fr
Live from the show floor at TOKYO PACK 2026, Packaging Europe’s director Tim Sykes...
In its latest paper, the Consumer Goods Forum has set out packaging design guidelines to avoid pollution, increase recycling rates, and help informal waste sectors profit in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Reportedly, approximately 60% of the plastic collected for recycling around the world is handled by 40 million waste pickers; yet waste pickers in LMICs have lost over $150 million in potential earnings due to poorly designed PET bottles. Waste pickers are more likely to collect va
MYGroup is rolling out a take-back network to recycle beauty packaging made from Shellworks’ plant-based, compostable biomaterial – aiming to keep waste out of landfill and incineration. Vivomer is a biomaterial made through the natural fermentation of plant waste. According to Shellworks, the feedstock produces natural polymers, which are then converted into a ‘shelf-stable’ and fully biodegradable material with properties comparable to plastics. Reportedly, Vivomer has been proven to match t
