International Paper’s acquisition of DS Smith approved by all ...
Oct 16, 2024 · Shareholders from both companies have approved International Paper’s acquisition of DS Smith, with the combination still expected to close in Q4 2024.. Mondi originally expressed interest in acquiring DS Smith in February 2024; the merger was expected to exceed €11.5 billion in value and result in an ‘industry leader’ for paper packaging in Europe.
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Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation formally adopted by …
Dec 16, 2024 · The European Council has formally adopted the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation, meaning it will now enter into force in EU law.. As the final step in the ordinary legislative procedure, the Council’s approval of the Regulation allows it to be published in the EU’s Official Journal; in turn, its rules will apply eighteen months after its entry into force.
The packaging stories and trends to follow in 2025
Jan 3, 2025 · Mergers and acquisitions. Mergers and acquisitions dominated headlines in 2024 – can we expect more of the same in 2025? The landmark merger between Smurfit Kappa and WestRock, which had been announced the previous year, was finalised in July 2024.When we spoke with Saverio Meyer, CEO of Smurfit Westrock Europe, in September – he told us: “We expect there to be at least €400 million of ...
Walkers Chocolates and EvoPak team up on 100% paper-based …
Nov 14, 2024 · Walkers Chocolates is switching its Turkish Delight and Mint Cream chocolate to 100% paper wrappers that are kerbside recyclable. Unlike conventional paper packaging which can contain polyethylene, consumers can dispose of the new Walkers’ wrapper in their normal kerbside recycling collection along with other paper recyclable items.
Packaging Europe’s most popular stories from 2024
Dec 23, 2024 · As 2024 draws to a close, we’re spotlighting this year’s most influential stories in packaging—from the conclusion of the PPWR process to major brand owners changing their sustainability objectives.. Take a look at our roundup for a comprehensive review of the developments that shaped the industry over the past 12 ...
Winners of the Sustainability Awards 2024 announced!
Nov 12, 2024 · Amazon and Mondi were our E-Commerce category winners. Their 100% recyclable and flexible paper-padded envelope for e-commerce deliveries is designed to phase out plastic-based bubble-wrap padding without compromising on shock absorbance and product protection.. This innovation utilizes the same paper as Amazon’s existing delivery bags, alongside padding from corrugate – a move set to ...
What will be the main sustainable packaging trend in 2025?
4 days ago · At the start of 2025, which evolving packaging trends should we all be keeping an eye on? According to Anna Perlina, sustainable packaging consultant at Integrity Solutions, outsourcing in particular is set to grow in prominence. What? Outsourcing packaging activities? Many would be shocked because ...
Amazon boxes devices with more recyclate, less ink, and tactile QR ...
Jan 2, 2025 · New, circularity-minded packaging designs for Amazon’s Echo, Kindle, and Fire TV products claim to use an average of 30% more recycled fibre content and 60% less ink, with a tactile-marked QR code intended to guide visually impaired consumers through the setup process.. Previous work to enhance Amazon’s device packaging has included the removal of both inner and outer plastic bags.
The ultimate guide to the Packaging and Packaging Waste …
Dec 23, 2023 · As 2023 draws to a close, the packaging industry is looking at a whole new legislative landscape compared to the start of the year. To help us all wrap our heads around its development, we have compiled every story we’ve published on the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) so far into one article.