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Researchers turn disposable cups into vitamin C health trackers
Researchers turn disposable cups into vitamin C health trackers
Scientists at the University of California San Diego (UC San Diego) in the US have created an battery-free electronic sticker for drinking cups capable of detecting a person’s vitamin C levels using the sweat on their fingertips.  The flexible sticker can be attached to the outside of a cup to collect information while the user consumes the drink and sends the results wirelessly to a nearby laptop.
Industry moves to fiber-based solutions as recyclability and consumer demands rise
Industry moves to fiber-based solutions as recyclability and consumer demands rise
Regulations, technological innovations, and consumer preferences are propelling the fiber-based packaging industry. We speak to experts from Aicomp, ProAmpac, PulPac, Stora Enso, and the newly merged Sabert and Colpac about how the industry is responding to this transformation. “We’re observing a substantial shift across the industry toward fiber-based solutions, particularly those that are recyclable or compostable. This momentum is being accelerated by plastic reduction initiatives, including EPR legislation,” Ray Recchia, global innovation manager of sustainable paper packaging at ProAmpac, tells Packaging Insights.
Greiner Packaging highlights PPWR-ready solutions at Future Packaging Day 2025
Greiner Packaging highlights PPWR-ready solutions at Future Packaging Day 2025
Greiner Packaging is building a packaging portfolio that will be ready when market demand and regulatory clarity converge, according to Jörg Sabo, global director for Marketing & Innovation at Greiner Packaging. Under the theme “Navigating change, creating impact,” Greiner hosted its Future Packaging Day 2025, showcasing the latest product innovations across its packaging range. The event took place at the company’s R&D hub in Oberwaltersdorf, Austria, and was attended by value chain leaders who explored emerging trends and what is next for the industry. At the event, Packaging Insights interviewed Sabo to discuss Greiner Packaging’s innovation progress, how the company tackles regulatory shifts, and its ambitions for the upcoming year. 
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Innova Market Insights data showed an average annual growth of 10% in F&B launches with a Responsible Source claim from October 2020 to September 2025. Dairy and Soft Drinks had the largest share of these launches. The greatest five-year increase in the Responsible Source claim was seen in packaging within the Spreads category.
The Future of Steel Drums: Building Sustainability Into Every Component
The Future of Steel Drums: Building Sustainability Into Every Component
From the steel body to the closures and linings, Greif offers a configurable solution that helps companies advance carbon reduction, chemical safety, and operational performance in one integrated package.This Technical Paper is brought to you by Greif.
F&B Carton Alliance director general talks recyclability communication strategies
F&B Carton Alliance director general talks recyclability communication strategies

We discuss the importance of F&B carton packaging design for recyclability and recycling communication in the EU with Sebastian Bartels, director of the Food and Beverage Carton Alliance (FBCA), an industry organization representing packaging suppliers globally.

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Low-emission catalyst for plastic production developed by Chinese scientists
Low-emission catalyst for plastic production developed by Chinese scientists
Chinese scientists have developed a catalyst that converts syngas into olefins, the building blocks for plastics and packaging materials. The scientists integrate the water-gas shift (WGS) and syngas-to-olefins (STO) reaction in this research. By coupling these two processes, the sodium-modified FeCx@Fe3O4 core-shell catalyst is said to reduce steam consumption, wastewater generation, and CO2 emissions compared with WGS–methanol synthesis–methanol to olefins route.
Contaminants in bio-based packaging could pose health risks, study finds
Contaminants in bio-based packaging could pose health risks, study finds
Some bio-based packaging and tableware contain potentially harmful chemicals that can move into the food they touch, finds new research.The study, published in Food Control, analyzed 33 bamboo and other plant-derived food contact articles sourced from British, Chinese, and Czech markets to evaluate the potential migration of harmful substances into food.
Greiner Packaging to roll out recycled PS K3 cups in Switzerland
Greiner Packaging to roll out recycled PS K3 cups in Switzerland
Greiner Packaging has announced it will release K3 cups made with mechanically recycled polystyrene (r-PS) for the Swiss market in the first quarter of 2026. The move follows the installation of a new production line at its Diepoldsau plant in Switzerland, reducing virgin PS use.The company plans to gradually convert its entire K3 multipack range, used for yogurt and other dairy products in Switzerland, to the r-PS solution. According to Greiner Packaging, the shift will reduce CO2 emissions by approximately 10% compared to the previous K3 multipack cups made of PS.
Sealed Air’s US$10B buyout: How private ownership could reshape the packaging...
Sealed Air’s US$10B buyout: How private ownership could reshape the packaging leader
Sealed Air has entered into a definitive agreement in which it will be acquired by funds affiliated with CD&R. The private investment firm will purchase the food and protective packaging giant for US$10.3 billion. We speak to industry analyst Neil Farmer about how this major acquisition could affect Sealed Air’s packaging innovation pipelines. “Sealed Air’s performance has been affected by changing trends in e-commerce packaging and cost pressures negatively influencing the purchasing habits of consumers,” he tells Packaging Insights. Farmer says the supplier’s protective packaging business has struggled over the last four to five years, and while food packaging has performed better in the last year, overall sales were down by 1.5% in Q3.
Mondi extends corrugated and solid board portfolio for food packaging
Mondi extends corrugated and solid board portfolio for food packaging
Mondi is expanding its food packaging portfolio, including solid board solutions and digital printing capabilities, following the acquisition of Schumacher Packaging. The move is said to enhance Mondi’s ability to serve customers across Europe. Mondi now offers corrugated and solid board solutions as well as flexible packaging to the food packaging market. The packaging company aims to support customers in meeting consumer expectations, EU regulations, and the demand for convenient and stand-out packaging.
EU “meaty” label debate looms with plant-based brands in regulatory limbo
EU “meaty” label debate looms with plant-based brands in regulatory limbo

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Can a plant-based product be called a “burger”? The question has divided Europe’s food industry between livestock advocates, who see meat-related terminology as misleading consumers and appropriating cultural heritage, and plant-based proponents, who argue the terms help shoppers understand products while restrictions serve industry protection rather than consumer clarity. 
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Sealed Air’s US$10B buyout: How private ownership could...
Sealed Air has entered into a definitive agreement in which it will be acquired by funds affiliated with CD&R. The private investment firm will purchase the food and protective packaging giant for US$10.3 billion. We speak to industry analyst Neil Farmer about how this major acquisition could affect Sealed Air’s packaging innovation pipelines. “Sealed Air’s performance has been affected by changing trends in e-commerce packaging and cost pressures negatively influencing the purchasing habits of consumers,” he tells Packaging Insights. Farmer says the supplier’s protective packaging business has struggled over the last four to five years, and while food packaging has performed better in the last year, overall sales were down by 1.5% in Q3.
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UK pEPR: Ecosurety talks navigating cost-saving and...
The UK’s packaging EPR (pEPR) requires data reporting and non-compliance fees that are a challenge for many producers, large and small, according to Jon Brookes, Ecosurety’s partnerships director.  As the first month of pEPR comes to an end, MPs are set to hold a debate on the impact of the pEPR in Westminster Hall next week. Packaging Insights sits down with the compliance specialist to discuss what packagers operating in the UK need to be aware of.
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EU pushes CLP rule updates to 2028 to ease industry burden
The Council of the EU has approved pushing back the start date for several updated rules in the EU’s Classification, Labelling and Packaging (CLP) Regulation. The newly adopted law provides more time and legal certainty to businesses and will now take effect in January 2028. The “Stop-the-clock” legislation postpones all the dates of application of transitional provisions for relabeling, mandatory formatting requirements, advertisements, online and distance sales, and labeling of fuel pumps. “The newly adopted law thus provides more time and legal certainty to economic operators active in the chemicals sector, including the packaging industry,” an EU official tells Packaging Insights. 

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Supply chain transparency Nov 2025

Innova Market Insights data showed an average annual growth of 10% in F&B launches with a Responsible Source claim from October 2020 to September 2025. Dairy and Soft Drinks had the largest share of these launches. The greatest five-year increase in the Responsible Source claim was seen in packaging within the Spreads category.

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Circular economy: Fiber-basedNov 2025

Innova Market Insights data shows an increase in global F&B launches using fiber-based packaging. Europe led these launches, accounting for 42% of NPD. The Bakery category emerged as the top segment for product launches utilizing fiber-based packaging, while Hot Drinks launches also showed an upward trend in the adoption of such packaging.

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