With its sustainable packaging innovations, SÜDPACK continues to set new benchmarks in this market. The film manufacturer has also developed recycla-ble mono-material solutions for packaging coffee beans and ground coffee – offering an alternative to conventional PET/aluminum/PE composites. And there’s more: With professional LCA services and sustainable package printing, this family-owned company now offers a complete solution for coffee roasters.
Cosmo First commences commercial production of Cosmo Sunshield window films, leveraging four decades of film innovation
• New window film range combines advanced R&D and focus on sustainability address global demand for eco-friendly heat management solutions for residential, commercial and automotive applications
With its pioneering film solutions for a wide range of industries and packaging technologies, SÜDPACK continues to set new standards – including in the area of sustainability. At IFFA in Frankfurt, the MULTIVAC Group will showcase three concepts developed specifically for the meat processing industry.
In a significant advancement for women's health, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the Teal Wand™, the first and only at-home self-collection device for cervical cancer screening in the United States. Developed by Teal Health, this innovative tool allows women to collect their own vaginal samples from the comfort of their homes, eliminating the need for traditional in-clinic Pap smears.
Schreiner MediPharm introduces the Digital Display Label, a groundbreaking innovation designed to revolutionize the labeling of investigational drugs in clinical trials. This electronic label with a digital display offers a smart alternative to conventional static labels, enabling real-time updates, process optimization, and accelerated time-to-market.
In a significant stride towards sustainable packaging, KIND Snacks has launched a pilot program introducing fully recyclable paper wrappers for its popular Dark Chocolate Nuts & Sea Salt bars. This initiative, running from May 1 through October 1, 2025, is available exclusively at select Whole Foods Market stores across Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, Texas, southern California, Louisiana, Arizona, and Nevada .
In the dynamic world of packaging, where first impressions are paramount, brands are constantly seeking innovative ways to captivate consumers. Enter digital embossing a cutting-edge technology that's redefining packaging aesthetics and functionality.
In an era where sustainability and product quality go hand in hand, SÜDPACK is leading the charge with its innovative, recyclable mono-material packaging solutions for coffee. By replacing traditional PET/aluminum/PE composites with polypropylene (PP) or polyethylene (PE) based films, SÜDPACK offers coffee roasters a packaging option that doesn't compromise on aroma protection or environmental responsibility.
Preserving Flavor and Freshness
The new Horizon Europe-funded GRECO project provides innovative biobased, biodegradable and recyclable food packaging based on novel PLA copolymers, functional coatings, additives and green catalysts. GRECO aims to demonstrate the life cycle and techno-economic feasibility of greener and safer bioplastics value chains for the food packaging sector, based on a safe and sustainable-by-design strategy.
