SÜDPACK Medica will once again be part of the event. The film and packaging manufacturer, which recently achieved Platinum status in the EcoVadis Sustainability Rating thanks to its multifaceted sustainability initiatives, will moderate the panel discussion “Blister Packaging: Advancing toward sustainable solutions” on the first day of the event. SÜDPACK Medica will also showcase its trailblazing sustainable solutions, which are setting new standards in the industry, at booth B2.

EcoVerHighPlus is engineered to meet the rigorous demands of coffee packaging, offering exceptional barrier properties that lock in aroma and freshness for both ground coffee and coffee beans. Its advanced material structure delivers a recyclable-ready packaging option without compromising quality or functionality. The inclusion of a mono PP valve further enhances product freshness by allowing volatile gases to escape while keeping external gases out.

This news follows a similar move from Coca-Cola in December 2024. In response to this development from Pepsi, Oceana released the following statement from Matt Littlejohn, Senior Vice President of Strategic Initiatives: 

“By killing its reuse goal, and other goals that would actually reduce plastic packaging, Pepsi is hurting our oceans and the environment. Pepsi is one of the largest polluters in the world according to the Break Free from Plastic Brand Audit and has a responsibility to address its plastic problem.”

The Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) and ECOCE, a Mexican organization focused on furthering better plastic packaging design and recyclability, recently announced a formal agreement and plan of action to cooperate on design guidance and provide support for each other in their respective countries.

The organizations plan to align in the following areas:

In a bold step toward circular packaging and improved operational efficiency, Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging, has teamed up with ZARELO, a manufacturer of fire starters for fireplaces and barbecues, to launch a recyclable paper-based packaging solution a move that sparks both environmental and operational benefits.

In a world increasingly aware of its environmental footprint, L’Oréal is leading by example with its bold, global sustainability drive and the latest highlight is the growing impact of its “Let’s Recycle in Beauty” initiative. Originally launched in France in 2018, the campaign now spans multiple European countries, including Germany, Switzerland, Belgium, Portugal, Romania, and Russia, reflecting L’Oréal’s commitment to empowering consumers to make eco-conscious choices.