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Matthias Giebel
11. October 2023

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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Thomas Reiner
02. October 2023

Hey Circle and Austrian Post: Pioneering work for sustainable reuse e-commerce packaging picks up speed

In the dynamic world of e-commerce, the search for sustainable reusable solutions has become increasingly important. A notable example of such a possible solution is the startup “Hey Circle”, which offers reusable e-commerce bags. The recent collaboration between Hey Circle and Österreichische Post AG confirms the assumption that simple and easily adaptable solutions are needed […]

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Thomas Reiner
25. September 2023

The Kraft Heinz Company launches fully recyclable squeeze cap without silicone

US food giant The Kraft Heinz Company has launched a new closure in the UK for squeeze bottles of its Heinz brand of tomato ketchup. The innovative closure is made of mono-material and is completely recyclable. Replacing the silicone previously used without compromising functionality is no easy task. The fact that Heinz has mastered the […]

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Thomas Reiner
18. September 2023

Packaging as brand ambassador: Bio-D and Berry Global launch 100% PCR reusable bottle for cleaning products

UK-based Bio-D says it is one of Europe’s leading independent manufacturers of environmentally friendly cleaning products. Together with global packaging group Berry Global, the company is now launching a new bottle for its portfolio of cleaning products. The reusable container is made from 100 percent post-consumer recyclate and is itself fully recyclable. 100 percent recyclate […]

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Thomas Reiner
28. August 2023

Reusable bags for e-commerce on trend: The case studies of Tchibo and no-boxx

English start-up no-boxx has launched a reusable (and trackable) shipping bag for online and offline retail in the UK. Tchibo (Germany), on the other hand, is now testing its own reusable shipping solution for the second time, also in the form of a bag. The fact that established D2C companies as well as start-ups are […]

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Thomas Reiner
10. August 2023

Anti-plastic combo: cosmetics start-up relies on refill, glass and home-compostable fiber bags

London-based startup Necessary Good declares plastic a “hate object” and relies on refill glass flacons and fully home-compostable refill bags for its skincare products. The cosmetics segment again shows itself to be a (relative) “early mover” in the search for more packaging sustainability in general and in the substitution of plastic as well as in […]

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Thomas Reiner
31. July 2023

Respectueuse launches recyclable deodorant stick made from recycled paper

French cosmetics brand Respectueuse is using Sonoco’s recyclable EnviroStick packaging for its deodorant product line. The three-piece tube made of recyclable fibers offers push-up functionality and serves the trend of substituting paper for plastic. Paperization continues unabated as a trend – and the cosmetics segment continues to lead the way. Respectueuse has also looked at […]

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Thomas Reiner
26. July 2023

Coca-Cola delivers to the door in the UK – and collects the empties

Back to the future: as part of a trial, Cola-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) is offering doorstep delivery of 1-liter glass bottles of Coca-Cola Zero Sugar in the UK – and will also take away any empties provided there. It’s the old milkman model that’s enjoying a revival. It shows how intensive the search for reusable […]

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Thomas Reiner
18. July 2023

Edeka launches garden-compostable zero-waste coffee capsules from CoffeeB

Small spheres of pressed roasted coffee surrounded by a plant-based protective layer: This is what the innovative, garden-compostable coffee capsule looks like, which the Edeka Group, as one of the leading food retailers in Germany, will have in its range from now on. As a biocompostable solution, the “coffee with coating” follows the right paradigm […]

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Thomas Reiner
13. July 2023

REWE, Interzero and Collateral invest in low-threshold reusable system from Sykell

Berlin-based start-up Sykell offers its system called “Einfach Mehrweg” as an alternative to disposable packaging for to-go food and drinks. Now the company has secured another €4.5 million in growth capital from Germany’s second-largest food retailer REWE, major environmental service provider and waste management company Interzero, and Collateral Good Ventures. Sykell’s low-threshold system solution operates […]

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