Innovation

Matthias Giebel
22. May 2024

The top 5 innovation activities in the packaging industry

We show you which areas of innovation in the packaging sector are leading the way in terms of R&D activities and what the outlook is. We also name the most important players in terms of patent diversity, geographical reach and variety of applications. In focus: 3D printing of cellulose fibres, biodegradable packaging films (bio-based), multilayer […]

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Matthias Giebel

Is the time of bioplastics from renewables coming?

For decades, the topic of bioplastics based on renewable raw materials has been a story of unfulfilled hopes for the packaging sector. The new PPWR could now get things moving. It does so through the back door, so to speak, and in the (foreseeable) event that the recyclate utilisation quotas stipulated in the PPWR cannot […]

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Matthias Giebel
27. February 2024

Next level paperisation: plastic-free barriers are on the way

The fibre-based breakthrough innovation with high barrier values, given recyclability in established paper recycling and complete freedom from plastic is getting closer. It seems feasible on a large scale by 2030. We take a look at the development of paperisation up to now, assess the current situation, name important factors and draw a conclusion.   […]

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Oliver Smith

Strategic turnaround in the USA: sustainability as a driver

In recent years, the United States has often been seen as a laggard when it comes to environmental sustainability, especially in comparison to the ambitious goals of the European Union as formulated in the Green Deal. However, the introduction of the Inflation Reduction Act will be a strategic turning point that will bring the US […]

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Matthias Giebel
19. December 2023

Legally compliant innovations in the age of regulation

In addition to the challenges that already arise when developing innovative packaging solutions, the aspect of legal certainty is increasingly coming into play. The growing number of European and national regulations complicates matters. Nevertheless, there is no way around scrutinising your own innovation work for legal certainty – even before the regulations come into force. […]

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Astrid Fleschhut
11. October 2023

Price war and concerns about the future of recyclate

Everyone could agree: plastic only has a future as a packaging material if we succeed in closing the cycles. The increasing production and use of recycled material is indispensable for this. And the European regulators also attach a central role to the use of recycled material in the new PPWR. However, things currently look quite […]

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Matthias Giebel

Reusable jars for food: How sensible is that ecologically?

The politically driven trend towards more and more reusable packaging does not stop at beverages and gastronomy. Other areas of application have come into focus. In the food sector, too, brand manufacturers are increasingly considering whether a switch to reusable packaging is advisable. However, the answer is often hindered by the not inconsiderable effort required […]

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Matthias Giebel
15. June 2023

Interpack comeback: Still ‘Simply Unique’ after a long break?

Interpack is when the global packaging industry meets in Düsseldorf, when innovations along the entire value chain are presented and the industry’s top trends are discussed, when packaging materials and supplies, packaging machinery and related process technology are in focus. But is this still true after a six-year break? After the crises and the turn […]

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Astrid Fleschhut

PPWR: reusable quota should help to stop the increase in packaging waste generation

Since 1994, the EU has made several attempts to get a grip on the increasing amount of packaging waste through its Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive. So far without any real success. Now, within the framework of the revised PPWR, reusable packaging is to become a game changer. We take a closer look at the […]

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Oliver Smith
14. March 2023

The top 5 digitalization trends in the packaging industry 2023

Digitalization is playing an increasingly important role for the packaging industry. Drivers are changing customer preferences, growing competition and the need for greater operational efficiency. In light of this, companies are turning to digital transformation to develop new business models and solutions for their customers. In our article, we discuss the top 5 digital transformation […]

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