UPM Biochemicals and Selenis form strategic alliance to develop sustainable PETG
The goal of the partnership is to produce sustainable polyethylene terephthalate glycol (PETG) resin that will accelerate the introduction of forest-sourced materials into plastic applications and reduce fossil resource dependency
We launch our bio-based polyolefins to reduce the medical sector’s carbon footprint
Our new advanced bio-based range offers a negative carbon footprint, removing more CO2 from the atmosphere than it emits. It is a game-changing solution for the medical sector, designed to meet the industry's growing demand for eco-friendly solutions
New generation of home-compostable coffee capsules
Full-bodied coffee flavour, long-lasting enjoyment and straightforward disposal via home compost or in the organic waste bin – packaging specialist ALPLA is rolling out a new generation of biodegradable coffee capsules for the Blue Circle brand as a solution made of an organic material. This stands out in particular in terms of odour and taste neutrality. The certified system in the familiar design offers top coffee enjoyment thanks to improved barrier properties
Groundbreaking invention in the field of packaging materials comes from Bayreuth
Research is being conducted on biodegradable polymers at the University of Bayreuth. Now an environmentally friendly coating has been developed that could be a full-fledged replacement for the millions of plastic packaging materials used worldwide
Bio-based content, compostable plastics, and chemical recycling – many opportunities for more innovation and sustainability in the new Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR)
The Renewable Carbon Initiative’s position paper highlights chances for the EU to lead the way to a sustainable packaging industry and to promote innovation
Organic-based coating with innovative functional properties is suitable for packaging and food products
A team of researchers at the University of Hohenheim has developed a new coating system that is both water-impermeable, heat-resistant, and mechanically durable as well as being suitable for consumption, and biodegradable at the same time
UPM Specialty Papers and Fiorini co-create a new highly moisture and grease resistant, fibre-based pet food sack
Working in partnership with Fiorini Packaging, the specialist manufacturer of industrial paper sacks, UPM Specialty Papers has co-created a sustainable, fibre-based sack suitable for pet food applications of up to 20 kg. Already available to order from Fiorini, a sample of the new sack will be showcased on the UPM Specialty Papers stand at Interpack 2023
Collaboration project shows: multi-layer packaging can be separated and recycled on an industrial scale
BASF, Krones, SÜDPACK and TOMRA reported about their first collaboration trial, that they were able to completely separate as much as 69 percent of the PET/PE components and partially separate another twelve percent
The Chemical and Plastics Industry Will Need to Replace 1 Gt of Fossil Carbon per Year with Renewable Carbon from Biomass, CO2 and Recycling to Net-Zero
The upcoming Renewable Materials Conference, 23-25 May in Siegburg/Cologne (Germany) promises to be a one-of-a-kind event that provides a platform for showcasing the impressive achievements in the field of renewable materials. The conference will bring together experts, stakeholders, and industry leaders to discuss latest developments and share their visions and strategies for the future
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