As squeeze bottles continue to gain traction in the olive oil aisle, Bertolli is pairing format innovation with a material shift: the Dress & Drizz extra-virgin olive oil bottle is made from 100% recycled PET (rPET), marking another step in the brands broader sustainability strategy.According to a Bertolli spokesperson, the rPET used for Dress & Drizz is sourced through tightly controlled
Material uses carboxymethyl cellulose and safe crosslinking agents for rapid ocean decomposition.Plastic incorporates FDA-approved choline chloride plasticizer to achieve flexibility from rigid to elastic.Team adds polyethylene-imine guanidinium ions creating reversible salt bridges for controlled breakdown.A team of researchers in Japan has unveiled a groundbreaking plant-based plastic that could
Plastic card manufacturer Placard and packaging design firm Burgopak partnered to create a premium, interactive mailer for fintech startup Emerges new bank card.The pack is made from 300 GSM artboard printed with holographic foil and spot UV, delivering a tactile, high-end feel intended to elevate what is typically a routine card unboxing experience.Sasha Fowler, creative director at Emerge, who l
New division will accelerate acquisitions across the UKs 8.6bn packaging services sector as demand surges in transit, presentation and consumables categoriesSmarter Capital today announced a major strategic development with the appointment of Jeremy Pilgrim as Managing Director of Smarter Packaging, its newly formed vertical dedicated to acquiring and scaling packaging distributors specialising in
Report highlights robust 2019-2024 expansion driven by economic and demographic fundamentals and assured future growthJanuary 2026 AMI Market Intelligence has released a new report on polyethylene (PE) markets in the Middle East & Africa (MEA). This report offers industry stakeholders and investors a comprehensive analysis of the market dynamics and competitive factors that are influencing th
Zeus Group, one of Europes fastest-growing packaging companies, and Engelmann & Buckham (E&B), a leading UK specialist in packaging and processing machinery, are pleased to announce a new strategic collaboration designed to deliver a complete, end-to-end Packaging Automation and Consumables solution for UK businesses.The partnership brings together Zeuss extensive packaging consumables por
Yorkshire Packaging Systems (YPS) has taken a major step forward in sustainable packaging innovation with the introduction of a flexible polyethylene (PE) film containing an impressive 98% recycled content, making it one of the most eco-friendly flexible films currently available on the market.The newly launched material, now in stock at YPS, is designed for shrink wrapping and bagging application
At the heart of PackSol is a bold ambition to redefine the future of consumer packaging. The exhibition centers on premium, high-end, and customized packaging solutions designed to help brands differentiate themselves in increasingly competitive markets.PackSol goes well beyond conventional packaging displays. It showcases a seamless fusion of art, design, and engineeringwhere aesthetics meet perf
Induction sealing has become a critical packaging technology across food, beverage, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and chemical industries. As brands focus on product safety, shelf life extension, and regulatory compliance, induction sealing offers a reliable, scalable, and tamper-evident solution. This blog explores what induction sealing is, how it works, its benefits, applications, and key considera