Packaging

Smurfit Westrock Makes Debut On New York, London Stock Exchanges

Smurfit Westrock, formed out of the merger of packaging giants Smurfit Kappa and WestRock, has announced a primary listing on the New York Stock Exchange a...

Pingo Doce Unveils Eco-Friendly, Reusable Bread Bags

Portuguese supermarket chain Pingo Doce has introduced reusable bread bags made entirely from cotton and manufactured in Portugal.

Packaging Firm ALPLA Group Acquires Heinlein Plastik-Technik

ALPLA Group has announced the acquisition of Heinlein Plastik-Technik GmbH, a German manufacturer of closure systems, dosing systems and application aids.

Barilla Invests €300m In Sustainability And Innovation

Italian pasta and sauce brand Barilla invested nearly €230 million in product and process innovation throughout 2023, according to its sustainability...

Transitioning Away From Plastic Important To Drive Profitability, Competitiveness

Transitioning away from the use of plastic will help businesses maintain profitability and competitiveness into the future, while also mitigating financial...

Tetra Pak Reports 20% GHG Emissions Reduction Across Value Chain

Tetra Pak has reported a 20% reduction in value chain greenhouse gas emissions since 2019, as well as a 47% reduction in emissions across its own operation...

Tesco Lasering Avocados With Product Information In Test To Ditch Stickers

Tesco is using lasers to etch product information on some of its avocados to avoid using barcoded stickers, in a trial it says will reduce plastic waste.