sustainable packaging

SK chemicals unveils new copolyester material with enhanced recyclability

Iranpolymer/Baspar South Korean company SK Chemicals has introduced a new copolyester material designed to improve recyclability and moulding versatility for large-sized containers. Dubbed ‘ECOTRIA CLARO 300’, the material maintains the transparency and chemical resistance of traditional copolyesters while offering enhanced features for…

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Sustainable packaging made with bio-renewable polyethylene

Iranpolymer/Baspar  SABIC has joined forces with Lamb Weston, a major global brand owner and producer of frozen potato products, in a closed-loop process designed to create low-weight sustainable packaging bags made with a thin coextrusion film structure.  At least 60%…

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DEBATIN launches more sustainable packaging solutions

Iranpolymer/Baspar The long-standing partnership between Anton Debatin GmbH and PreZero Flexible Packaging GmbH adds a new project to its portfolio. Thanks to the latter’s expertise, DEBATIN can make its packaging solutions even more sustainable than they were before. As Thomas Rose, CEO…

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Klöckner Pentaplast unveils recyclable barrier flow wrap films

Iranpolymer/Baspar Klöckner Pentaplast (kp), a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, has introduced two new recyclable barrier flow wrap films: kp FlexiFlow EH 155 R and kp FlexiFlow PH 255 R. These films, designed to reduce packaging weight by up to 75% compared…

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Industry-leading solutions for the circular economy

Iranpolymer/Baspar The global plastics industry is at a pivotal moment as it transitions to a more sustainable, circular economy. With increasing consumer demand for more recyclable packaging and regulations tightening, producers in the UAE and around the world need innovative…

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Global leaders return for Sustainable Packaging Summit 2024

Iranpolymer/Baspar Packaging Europe announced the return of its flagship event, the Sustainable Packaging Summit 2024, taking place on 12-13 November 2024 at the iconic Beurs van Berlage in Amsterdam. This global gathering will once again serve as a catalyst for innovation and…

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Mondi will showcase sustainable packaging innovations at FACHPACK 2024

Iranpolymer/Baspar Mondi will have its portfolio of innovative and flexible packaging solutions on display at this year’s FACHPACK. Mondi’s approach of designing packaging and paper solutions that are sustainable by design and fit-for-purpose allows the company to collaborate closely with customers…

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UK to see 4.5 billion pieces of BBQ plastic waste this summer

Iranpolymer/Baspar With temperatures reaching over 30 degrees in some parts of the UK this week, sun-starved Brits are planning to have an average of five BBQs this summer, generating 4.5bn pieces of plastic, from sausage packs to plastic cups. New…

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Plastic Recycling Market shows steady growth and technology improvement

Iranpolymer/Baspar The plastic recycling industry was worth US$ 45.5 billion in 2023. By the end of 2035, the industry is projected to grow at a CAGR of 9.3% and reach US$ 129.5 billion by the end of the year.  Through ongoing improvements in recycling technologies, like chemical and…

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Latest market research report for global vacuum packaging market 2024-2028

Iranpolymer/Baspar The global vacuum packaging market is estimated to grow by USD 7.93 billion from 2024-2028, with a CAGR of 4.6%, driven by increasing awareness about food safety and hygiene and a trend towards sustainable packaging solutions. However, the industry faces challenges…

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Asda rolls out sustainable packaging for Just Essentials beef mince range

Iranpolymer/Baspar  British supermarket chain Asda has launched sustainable packaging for its Just Essentials beef mince range, replacing traditional plastic trays with a lighter and recyclable flexible plastic film. The new packaging contains 60% less plastic compared with the previous version…

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Outlook 2024: TPE innovations reshaping industries in 2024

Iranpolymer/Baspar As environmental sustainability takes centre stage in food packaging, sustainable packaging solutions are made possible with TPEs. For 2024 and beyond, Everlon is set to showcase its TPE innovations. As we step into 2024, the TPE industry stands at…

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New survey claims consumers face confusion regarding recycling

Iranpolymer/Baspar The University of Reading in England, UK, has found that consumers across Europe face ‘persistent confusion’ around recycling their food packaging, which hinders overall recycling efforts. This was found in a new survey of 2,000 European consumers carried out…

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Berry Global introduces Omni Xtra+ clingfilm

Iranpolymer/Baspar  Berry Global has launched an updated version of its Omni Xtra polyethylene clingfilm for fresh food applications. The new Omni Xtra+ film will serve as an alternative to traditional polyvinyl chloride (PVC) cling films, focusing on improved performance and sustainability. Improved…

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BPF Launches New Sustainable Packaging Course with 50% Discount

Iranpolymer/ Baspar  The British Plastics Federation (BPF) has announced the launch of its latest online course: A Guide to Incorporating Recycled Plastic into Packaging. The BPF claims that the CPD-accredited online training course brings together over sixty years of  insights from…

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Arburg marks 50 years of collaboration with H&K Müller

Iranpolymer/ Baspar This year, more than 50 years of collaboration between H&K Müller GmbH & Co. KG and Arburg was crowned by the delivery of the company’s 100th machine. The hydraulic Allrounder 420 C Golden Edition is equipped with a Multilift Select…

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Alpla launches new Alplarecycling brand

Iranpolymer/ Baspar  Plastic packaging specialist Alpla is no newcomer to the recycling world. Its first investment in recycling date from 2005 when it became a joint-venture partner in a PET recycling plant in Toluca Mexico. Today, the company operates 13…

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Investment in sustainable packaging continues to climb

Iranpolymer/ Baspar A new report, ‘Sustainable Packaging in Europe: shows that the material choices made by the European packaging industry are changing at a rapid pace. The report was commissioned by Aquapak, the company behind Hydropol, a water-soluble, biodegradable polymer…

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Innovative technologies in CHINAPLAS2017 steers global packaging industry towards weight reduction and sustainability

Iranpolymer- According to Baspar, as awareness and understanding of sustainability become ever more prevalent, the packaging industry is turning its focus toward ssustainable packaging. Lightweight and green packaging has become the bandwagon for the packaging industry to get on in order…

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