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EU Parliament, Council reach deal on more sustainable packaging rules

6th Mar 2024

The European Parliament and Council have agreed on revamped rules to reduce, reuse and recycle packaging. The aim is to make packaging safer and more sustainable, by requiring all packaging to be recyclable, minimising the presence of harmful substances, reducing unnecessary packaging, boosting use of recycled content and improving collection and...

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Yonex selects Japan's Mitsui’s Ecorise PLA for eco-friendly packaging

23rd Jan 2024

Yonex Co, the sporting goods manufacturer, has chosen Mitsui Chemicals Asahi Life Materials Co's Ecorise PLA spunbond nonwoven for packaging its tennis racquets, aligning with its eco-friendly practices. The switch from nylon cases to Ecorise packaging, featuring embossed Yonex logos and utilising ultrasonic welding, enhances sustainability.

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US company Sonoco acquires Inapel Embalagens

5th Dec 2023

Sonoco has expanded its flexible packaging operations by acquiring Inapel Embalagens in Brazil. Inapel, with over 50 years of industry leadership, operates 2 facilities in Sao Paulo. The acquisition complements Sonoco's existing packaging operation in Pinhais, Brazil. Inapel's technical capabilities align with Sonoco's focus on sustainable...

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Andritz starts up largest fibreline in China for Nanning Sun Paper

5th Dec 2023

Andritz has successfully initiated operations at Nanning Sun Paper's pulp and paper mill in Guangxi Province, China, with a cutting-edge fibreline and lime kiln plant. The project, executed on a full EPS basis, features China's largest high-kappa fibreline (1,600 adt/d capacity) and an energy-efficient lime kiln (450 t/d burnt lime capacity).

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LyondellBasell announces first advanced recycling plant in Germany

21st Nov 2023

LyondellBasell will construct its first advanced recycling plant in Germany, using innovative MoReTec technology. Operational by 2025, the plant aims for net zero GHG emissions and a 50,000-tonne capacity. It will process difficult-to-recycle plastics, reducing environmental impact. The facility marks a significant step in sustainable polymer...

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Sappi’s Cloquet mill completes Higg FEM assessment

3rd Nov 2023

Sappi Limited, a leading dissolving pulp producer, has achieved a 91.5 per cent score in the Higg FEM verification audit at its Cloquet mill, demonstrating strong environmental practices. The Higg FEM, developed by the Sustainable Apparel Coalition, measures and scores environmental performance in areas like water use, carbon emissions, waste...

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Finland’s Ahlstrom promotes eco-packaging with paper tape solutions

8th Oct 2023

Ahlstrom is expanding its product range for pressure-sensitive adhesive packaging tape applications, aiming to support sustainability in packaging industry. With the MasterTape pack, Ahlstrom offers a more eco-friendly alternative to plastic packaging tape, meeting growing demand. Their tape products use FSC certified fibres and high bio-based...

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Dimension-Polyant to exhibit green fabric at Performance Days Munich

27th Sep 2023

Dimension-Polyant, a leading sailcloth producer, will unveil its eco-friendly fabric at Performance Days Munich. Collaborating with Hyosung, it has developed a sustainable version of X-Pac VX21 laminate using 100 per cent recycled regen Ocean nylon from discarded fishing nets. The fabric carries the cleenTEC seal, ensuring it's climate-neutral with ...

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US’ Berry upgraded to A rating from MSCI for effective ESG management

18th Sep 2023

Berry has received an 'A' ESG rating from MSCI for its effective management of ESG factors. The rating acknowledges Berry's progress in areas like carbon emissions reduction, labour management, and chemical safety in packaging materials. The company's commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 contributed to its improved carbon emissions...

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