Dutch juice producer Hoogesteger has signed a conditional offtake agreement with Avantium to begin using bottles made from its Releaf PEF, a 100% plant-based and recyclable polymer. The packaging will be used for Hoogesteger’s fresh cold-pressed juices, which are distributed through Albert Heijn, the Netherlands’ largest supermarket chain.
The packaging industry is evolving beyond materials and design into an era defined by systems, data, and service-driven models. One of the most transformative shifts in this landscape is Packaging as a Service (PaaS), a concept inspired by the software industry’s subscription models. PaaS reimagines packaging not as a one-time product, but as an ongoing service that optimizes cost, sustainability, and customer experience.
FuturaGene, the biotechnology subsidiary of the world’s largest pulp supplier, Suzano, has formally submitted its first consultation letter to Brazil’s National Biosafety Technical Commission (CTNBio) regarding gene-edited eucalyptus.
In a significant step towards sustainability, Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) is set to introduce eco-friendly milk packaging for its popular brand, Nandini, in Bengaluru.
The new biodegradable milk packets are made from corn starch, sugarcane and other plant-based materials. Unlike conventional polythene packets that take over 500 years to decompose, these eco-friendly alternatives break down naturally within 90 days and can even be converted into organic fertiliser.
TIPA Compostable Packaging has introduced a certified home-compostable label for fresh produce. The labels are food-safe, durable in cold and moist conditions, and compatible with existing label printing and application methods. The labels result from TIPA’s collaboration with its subsidiary Bio4Life, a supplier of home-compostable adhesives.
In 2025, EZVIZ is funding the removal of 20,000 kilograms of plastic waste from the environment – equivalent to 1 million plastic bottles. These efforts have empowered collectors in 29 communities across Southeast Asia, Latin America, and Africa, driving tangible progress in the fight against plastic pollution. Through Plastic Bank’s innovative circular economy model, local collectors are empowered to turn discarded plastic into valuable resources that strengthen livelihoods, build resilience, and safeguard the environment.
This latest innovation joins SIG’s growing portfolio of APR Design® Recognized, recycle-ready solutions, including:
SIG Terra RecShield PE-42B for water (2021) and SIG Terra RecShield D for post-mix syrup (2024). APR Design® for Recyclability Recognition provides third-party validation that a package or packaging component’s design is compatible with the North American recycling system.
With the wine bag-in-box solution now recognized, SIG continues to lead in designing for recyclability across major product categories.
So when Mondi’s team of containerboard technical experts began exploring a thought-provoking question during a customer visit in Latin America, it set off a journey of innovation, sparked by curiosity and fuelled by collaboration: “Could the standard banana box be made lighter and more sustainable—without compromising on strength?” It wasn’t just a product brief. It was an opportunity to rethink a packaging standard that had stood the test of time.
As the global coffee industry moves toward more sustainable packaging, Syntegon is stepping up with an innovative solution designed to meet both performance and recyclability standards. The company’s new PMX 4001 vertical bagger enables coffee roasters to transition seamlessly to eco-friendly packaging without compromising on quality, aroma protection, or shelf life.
The debut, announced during UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s trade visit to India on 9 October, highlights cross-border innovation in the drinks industry.
The project is the result of a three-way partnership between UK sustainable packaging pioneer Frugalpac, Indian conglomerate ITC’s Packaging and Printing Business, and Rhea Distilleries.
