Clean Cult has announced the national rollout of its refillable cleaning product line in 1,800 Target stores across the United States. The launch features 17 SKUs, including hand soap, dish soap, laundry detergent, and all-purpose cleaner, with all items packaged in paper-based refill cartons and what the brand describes as “first-to-market” aluminium spray bottles.

In a significant breakthrough for the label and packaging industry, German labelstock innovator VPF has launched a pioneering inkjet wine paper program tailored for water-based inkjet printing systems. This new line redefines what's possible in premium label production by offering richly textured, sustainable papers optimized for both pigment and dye-based inkjet printers without sacrificing the tactile charm or visual elegance expected by luxury brands.

The active compound of Einar® 987 –– which is supplied as a clear, viscous liquid –– is a polyglycerol ester (PGE) blend of fatty acids from vegetable oils. As a non-toxic and food-contact-approved anti-fouling additive, it offers a drop-in, regulatory-compliant solution to replace the incumbent EAs.

Palsgaard A/S, a leader in plant-based additives for the plastics industry, has introduced a safe, sustainable anti-fouling additive for the polypropylene and polyethylene polymerisation process. Developed from renewable raw materials, the food-grade additive Einar® 987 has been developed to address concerns about the ethoxylated amine (EA) chemistry currently used.

Company’s compact, versatile GTF60 Flexi module builds upon well-received GTF60 platform.

MG America, the U.S. subsidiary of MG2 of Bologna, Italy and a leading supplier of processing and packaging equipment, has introduced a modular tray forming and loading machinery line representing the next generation of its proven GTF60 platform. The company’s GTF60 Flexi provides premium modularity and versatility in a compact, balcony-style design while still producing up to 240 cartons/trays per minute.

World Environment Day, celebrated every June 5th, has grown from a UN initiative into a global moment of reflection, advocacy, and action. For the packaging industry—often scrutinized for its environmental footprint—this day has become a powerful opportunity to showcase progress, share commitments, and lead with innovation.
Over the last five years, the packaging industry has shifted from symbolic gestures to measurable impact. Here's a look at how the sector has marked World Environment Day from 2020 to 2024.