Dec 27, 2024 · As the packaging industry approaches 2025, several key trends are poised to shape its evolution, driven by consumer preferences, technological advancements, and regulatory changes.

As we usher in 2025, the landscape of packaging compliance in the UK is set for significant transformation. The introduction of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations marks a pivotal shift towards sustainability and resource efficiency.

Jan 3, 2025 · This move is expected to significantly reduce the environmental impact of plastic bag waste in the state. In Delaware, an update on 2023 legislation will see restaurants and other foodservice establishments prohibited from providing polystyrene foam containers for their food or beverages from 1 July this year.

Dec 30, 2024 · Starting 1 January 2025, large packaging producers in the UK will be required to assess and report the recyclability of household packaging materials under the new Recycling Assessment Methodology (RAM).

Dec 13, 2024 · Bpacks, a UK-based developer of an innovative tree bark packaging technology, has announced the successful completion of a €1M pre-seed funding round.This milestone supports the company’s mission to replace plastic materials with sustainable alternatives, rooted firmly in the circular economy.

Dec 4, 2024 · The European Parliament has also voted to introduce the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), with targets and bans coming into effect from 2030 onwards to change reporting requirements and ensure all packaging across the EU is recyclable.. And if all that were not enough, Scope 3 reporting on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions is another seismic change that businesses will have to ...

Dec 10, 2024 · Apollo Global Management-owned packaging company Novolex has signed a definitive agreement with Pactiv Evergreen to merge into a combined entity in an all-cash deal valued at $6.7bn.. Expected to finalise in mid-2025, the merger will position the entity in the food, beverage, and speciality packaging industry.

Apr 8, 2024 · In recent years, the global consciousness towards environmental sustainability has seen a significant surge. Among various industries, the packaging sector has been under scrutiny due to its contribution to pollution and waste.

Dec 12, 2024 · US-based Veritiv Operating Company has finalised its acquisition of Orora Packaging Solutions (OPS) to expand its speciality packaging distribution capabilities.

Nov 20, 2024 · Amcor and Berry Global Group have entered a definitive merger agreement to create a consumer packaging solutions entity through an all-stock transaction.. The combined entity focuses on providing innovative consumer packaging solutions, with a more sustainable product offering, and global scale and supply chain flexibility.