As part of our 2024 "State of Flexible Packaging" initiative, The Packaging Group from BNP Media reached out to leading converters for their input on the current EPR legislative climate.

Contributing to a circular economy, the FlexiBag Reinforced range is recyclable where collection facilities and recycling systems for PE films are in place.

The extension to the Encore range of sustainable BOPP films include the use of chemical recycled polymer for food contact applications and the addition of mechanically recycled PCR for non-food.

The multi-million Euro investment could help to prevent around one million tonnes of waste from being sent to landfill each year.

Jackson assumes this role after rising through a series of positions with increasing responsibility within Novolex and, before joining the company, broad experience in general operations and consulting. 

The initiative is part of Mondelēz International’s efforts to pack ‘light and right’ in service of its global sustainable packaging goals. Saica’s flexible packaging business unit also has set ambitious circularity targets.

Two new grades of REVOLOOP™ Plastics Resins are launched and are approved for non-food contact packaging applications. One contains 100% post-consumer recycled (PCR) and the second one is a formulated grade which contains up to 85% PCR derived from household waste.

This innovative bio-circular coating solution is the first of its kind and will be able to replace traditionally used plastic coating.

NOVA Chemicals invested in its first mechanical recycling facility in Indiana to increase the supply of high-quality, recycled polyethylene resins. Construction is underway, and operations are expected to begin in early 2025. 

Production of the packaging, made from Balance®, a product supplied by Versalis, makes it possible to create a recycled film for food contact while maintaining the necessary technical performance and health properties.