The paper machine strengthens the company’s position as a leader in sustainable packaging, offering a full range of kraft paper products.

Brand owners & design

Inside Metropolis Coffee’s packaging process

02 May 2025

Chicago-based brand Metropolis Coffee Company’s innovative packaging strategies balance storytelling and flexibility while actively pursuing…

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Associations, events & awards

Herma earns Gold Rating from EcoVadis for sustainability

01 May 2025

The company now ranks among the top 5 percent of over 150,000 businesses assessed globally.

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Substrates & adhesives

Henkel and Synthomer partner to cut carbon emissions

30 April 2025

The partnership enables carbon emission reductions in Henkel's Technomelt hot melt adhesive product portfolio.

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Interactive technology

Citeo and Polytag deliver full visibility on single-use plastic recycling

30 April 2025

This allows brands to UV-tag packaging and gain real-time insights into plastic collection and sorting at recycling centers.

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Sustainability

03 April 2025

The renewable energy initiative will fulfill more than 25 percent of Greater Noida’s power consumption.

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Substrates & adhesives

25 February 2025

This is the fifth time these product facilities have achieved the recognition.

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Sustainability

Südpack achieves platinum status with EcoVadis

25 February 2025

The film manufacturer now ranks among the top 1 percent of all companies rated by EcoVadis.

Labelexpo

23 January 2025

The two companies began their collaboration in 2012 on a circular economy project called 'Rivers for life'.

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Inks & coatings

Stahl joins Ceflex

23 January 2025

Ceflex membership aligns with Stahl’s mission to promote sustainability and innovation in every aspect of its operations.

Grand Rapids Label’s people-centric business approach is as crucial to its talent retention

Sustainability

Celebrating 140 years: The rich history of Grand Rapids Label

22 January 2025

From printing Harry Houdini posters to becoming a modern, fully landfill-free operation, Grand Rapids Label has built its business on four pillars

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Associations, events & awards

09 January 2025

The company has set up an ideation zone on the IIP campus, for students, professionals and the public to learn about sustainable practices.

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Substrates & adhesives

Conserving Beauty opts for Futamura's compostable films

08 January 2025

The company chooses NatureFlex films that are produced from renewable wood pulp and meet all the relevant standards for industrial composting.

Sustainability

09 December 2024

Lecta has committed to a 40 percent absolute reduction in Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 2030.

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Substrates & adhesives

The awarded recognizes the company’s determination to push the boundaries of what’s possible in sustainability.

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Sustainability

All4Labels and Actega extend their Signite cooperation

02 October 2024

After signing the contract for exclusive use of the technology in Europe, All4Labels selected as the sole partner for South and Central America.

Sustainability

The assessment addresses regulatory requirements, shopping habits and consumer demand.

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Associations, events & awards

AWT secures Bronze Medal from EcoVadis

08 August 2024

Minneapolis-based labels and packaging specialist placed amongst the top 35 percent of assessed businesses.

Substrates & adhesives

Shieldplus barrier paper provides a recyclable fiber-based alternative for packages where barrier films made from plastic or aluminum are used.

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Sustainability

Semi-indsutrial trial shows that Avery Dennison standard adhesion filmic label products are released from HDPE packaging during the recycling…

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Brand owners & design

Study reveals fashion brands are exploring sustainable packaging

20 February 2024

Aquapak study shows that fashion retailers and brands are exploring sustainable packaging - but there's room for improvement.

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Innovia extends line of floatable polyolefin shrink films

16 February 2024

The floatable opaque film contributes to light-blocking properties of shrink sleeves that can later be applied to containers for industries that are…

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New products

Schreiner MediPharm launches sustainable closure seals

15 February 2024

New product offers high levels of functionality, tamper protection and point the way toward sustainability in the packaging industry.

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Sustainability

MM Packaging urges plastic reduction in pharma

14 February 2024

The company highlights a valuable opportunity for the pharma sector to lead the way in plastic reduction.

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Siegwerk joins World Climate Foundation as a member

31 January 2024

As a member, Siegwerk will be able to connect with a diverse network, participate in global events and develop multidimensional partnerships.

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Brand owners & design

Polytag QR codes used in Ocado DDRS trial

26 January 2024

Twenty thousand cash rewards redeemed by Ocado Retail customers in first nationwide digital deposit return scheme in the UK.

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Associations, events & awards

TLMI's Direct Thermal Task Force holds first meeting

25 January 2024

New task force focuses on proposed regulations restricting bisphenol use in direct thermal produce

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Sustainability

09 November 2023

European provider of packaging has won two AWA (Alexander Watson Associates) Sleeve Label Awards recognizing excellence in label printing

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Substrates & adhesives

UPM and Lohmann partner for liner recycling

30 October 2023

UPM Specialty Papers and adhesive tape specialist Lohmann have partnered to promote recycling of paper liners in the tape industry

Sustainability

Biodegradable vs compostable materials

26 October 2023

Speaker: Adam Robinson, sustainability and insights manager, Coveris

Sustainability

Using blockchain for recording and reporting sustainability benefits

Speaker: Federico D’Annunzio, founder & CEO, Traent.com

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Sustainability

Martin Automatic installs renewable energy

20 October 2023

Martin Automatic implements a solar panel project that will help power its manufacturing center in Rockford, Illinois

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Sustainability

UPM specialty papers accelerates sustainability efforts

17 October 2023

UPM specialty papers, Lantmännen Unibake and Adara, eliminate plastic bags inside cardboard boxes for frozen bread

Market trends

All4Labels expands in Mexico

12 October 2023

The global labels and packaging manufacturer has more than doubled its factory size and production capabilities in Mexico

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Sustainability

Futamura’s NatureFlex is navigating the path to circular economy

11 October 2023

NatureFlex films can be used independently or in conjunction with materials like paper and cartons, allowing for a more sustainable packaging…

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Sustainability

DataLase achieves grade A RecyClass certification

03 October 2023

Company receives certification for its innovative label-free pigment technology for plastic bottles

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Sustainability

Ahlstrom’s receives compostability certification from BPI

03 October 2023

The company receives certification for its genuine vegetable parchment portfolio

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Substrates & adhesives

19 September 2023

The new compostable food stickers align with EU’s packaging waste regulation proposal

Sustainability

Henkel presents food safe and sustainable adhesives

Elodie Picard of Henkel talks about the company’s new food safe mineral oil free adhesives and wash off PSA for labels

Sustainability

Labelexpo Europe 2023 prioritizes sustainability

Watch the video to learn more about the eco-friendly steps Labelexpo Europe 2023 has taken

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Alex Knott presenting PCF LCA initiative at Finat press conference

Associations, events & awards

Finat launches product carbon footprint and life cycle analysis initiatives

12 September 2023

The initiative is part of Finat’s program to increase the association’s agility in community networking, knowledge, collaboration and industry…

Substrates & adhesives

05 September 2023

Visitors at UPM stand will learn about the latest sustainable alternatives for labeling and closing the packaging materials loop

Jean-Pascal, Bobst, addresses journalists

Sustainability

Bobst pushes automation and sustainability agenda

01 September 2023

At its annual press event, Bobst made a series of important announcements indicating the way forward for its narrow and mid-web press technology

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Substrates & adhesives

UPM Raflatac extends CarbonNeutral products for entire lifecycle of label

30 August 2023

Customers can offer printed labels as CarbonNeutral certified

Sustainability

22 August 2023

Invisu 7007 recognized for recycling clear PET with filmic labels and closures

Associations, events & awards

Sustainability takes center stage at Labelexpo Europe 2023

Labels & Labeling strategic director Andy Thomas-Emans discusses sustainability trends at the forthcoming Labelexpo Europe 2023

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Barbara Dunin, director of ESG, marketing and communications at Beontag

Market trends

Beontag publishes 2022 ESG report

18 August 2023

Reports shows strong growth in sales of sustainable products, local suppliers, and significant reduction in landfill waste

Associations, events & awards

Andy Thomas-Emans column: Sustainability and automation at Labelexpo

17 August 2023

As Labelexpo Europe 2023 approaches, suppliers are revealing the new technologies on show. Most have to do with automation and sustainability

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Sustainability

Kocher + Beck plans sustainable stand for Labelexpo Europe 2023

16 August 2023

Reusable and scalable stand created by Inspired Print Solutions

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Substrates & adhesives

Innovia launches functional label materials at Labelexpo Europe 2023

14 August 2023

Offers live demos of new thin and floatable shrink film made from a low density polyolefin

Mactac and Spinnaker offers environmentally friendly liner

BLOOM hi.mpact increases profitably, productivity and efficiency

Associations, events & awards

Educational opportunities at Labelexpo Europe 2023

Labelexpo conference manager Helen Stoddart gives a taster for the educational master classes hosted by the Label Academy during Labelexpo Europe…

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Market trends

UPM scores platinum in EcoVadis assessment

04 August 2023

EcoVadis has recognized UPM with a platinum score based on the company’s sustainability performance

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Brand owners & design

Parkside, New Forest Fruit develop compostable packaging

02 August 2023

The two companies develop home compostable flexible packaging for the brand's new range of ‘plant to packet’ sustainable dried strawberries

Market trends

Label industry responds to record breaking heat

Record-breaking heat brings to light the importance of swift adaptation from all corners of the world, including the labels and labeling industry.…

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A critical analysis of label choice and its impact on recycling and packaging circularity

Associations, events & awards

26 June 2023

Collaboration to help three UK retailers, understand when and where their packaging is being recycled

Brand owners & design

Part 2: Chasing Arrows: Can packaging be sustainable?

23 June 2023

In this Q&A, branding and design columnist, Vicki Strull, sits down with the host of the podcast Sustainable Packaging with Cory Connors

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Inks & coatings

05 May 2023

Innovative technology enables recyclable, circular packaging

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Sustainability

UPM launches eco-friendly pet food sack

04 May 2023

New fiber-based packaging offers strength and grease resistance

Market trends

Mondi wins eight awards this year, highlighting the group’s sustainable packaging solutions

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Ecoveritas is seeking to canvas the opinion of its client base and the wider packaging sector with once-in-a-generation packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) reforms close to being implemented

Market trends

Ecoveritas seeks industry opinion on landmark EPR reforms

10 January 2023

Ecoveritas seeks to canvas the opinion of its client base and the wider packaging sector with packaging EPR reforms close to being implemented

A pilot project run by the University of Florida has demonstrated that gasification plants can recover chemical feedstock from mixed packaging waste.

Sustainability

06 September 2022

Company receives highest recognition for sustainability performance

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Toppan has launched a wide range of the latest sustainable packaging, including its transparent barrier film, GL Barrier, in Australia

Brand owners & design

19 July 2022

US-based converter to become 98 percent landfill-free by end of 2024

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Gallus Ferd. Rüesch has pledged to make its products carbon neutral by the end of 2022

Sustainability

27 April 2022

The company expands its range of release papers with three products

Avery Dennison's hemp label material is 25 percent hemp and 75 PCR

Substrates & adhesives

09 February 2022

Packaging company reduces carbon emissions by 92 percent in Italy

The use of refillable containers is one way supermarkets are reducing their packaging footprint

Market trends

A greener footprint

02 February 2022

Supermarkets are reducing their packaging footprint

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Eco Flexibles has predicted that the packaging market will shift in 2022 as data takes a more central role in sustainability strategies

Brand owners & design

Eco Flexibles predicts shift to data-led sustainab

01 February 2022

Data-driven decisions to take center stage when designing packaging

Market trends

Packaging development expert to drive BW Packaging sustainability roadmap

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UPM Raflatac and WWF Poland have renewed their contract to build a smarter future beyond fossils together

Sustainability

08 December 2021

Awarded bottle uses recycled plastics and Siegwerk’s deinkable ink systems

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UPM Raflatac has detailed the progress toward a more circular economy for plastics and a future beyond fossils in the New Plastics Economy Global Commitment 2021 Progress Report

Substrates & adhesives

UPM Raflatac progresses toward circular economy

24 November 2021

Report lists steps towards New Plastics Economy Global Commitment

With the 2021 edition of the Finat Sustainability Awards, the association wants to highlight its members' efforts to reduce, reuse and recycle.

Associations, events & awards

Rewarding the three Rs

24 November 2021

Avery Dennison and CCL named 2021 Finat Sustainability Awards winners

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Mondi has been rewarded by the Hungarian Association of Packaging and Materials Handling with Hungaropack award for its sustainable paper-based FlexiBag

Brand owners & design

Mondi honored with Hungaropack award

23 November 2021

FlexiBag recognized as innovative alternative to plastic packaging

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Sustainability

Henkel to host Sustainability Days 2021

12 November 2021

Three day virtual event on opportunities and challenges of sustainability

Sustainability

Company formalizes decade-long engagement with Forest Stewardship Council

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Avery Dennison has launched the latest iteration of its award-winning CleanFlake filmic label materials

New products

16 April 2021

Nine products from durable label lineup receive biobased cerficiates

Digital watermarks are imperceptible codes, the size of a postage stamp, covering the surface of a consumer goods packaging

Digital printing

17 March 2021

Vanish PET PCR labeling materials receive green thumbs up from SCS Global

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tesa has presented its sustainable actions, production, and management as essential aspects of its strategic perspective

Sustainability

tesa publishes Sustainability Report 2020

17 March 2021

Report contains specific goals and measures subdivided into three areas

Sustainability

Green talk turns to action

16 March 2021

The Andy Thomas-Emans column

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The Green Packaging Showroom has gathered approximately 1,000 attendees

Flexible packaging

Comexi promotes sustainable flexible packaging

16 March 2021

Green Packaging Showroom presented benefits of EB printing technologies

When the pandemic passes, focus on sustainability will only increase

Market trends

Is the label industry ready for a carbon neutral

14 March 2021

The Mike Fairley column

Market trends

Is the label industry ready for a carbon neutral

14 March 2021

The Mike Fairley column

Associations, events & awards

08 March 2021

German material specialist introduces recycled kraft paper liner

Substrates & adhesives

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AWT Labels & Packaging has received a Calvin Frost Environmental Leadership Award from the Tag & Label Manufacturers Institute (TLMI)

Associations, events & awards

AWT Labels receives environmental award

01 December 2020

Minneapolis-based converter recognized for commitment to sustainability

Sustainability

Converter's journey to zero landfill

A high-level converter panel that discusses ways to successfully navigate waste alternatives to landfill

Flexible packaging

Companies are joining forces to leverage their collective expertise to overcome sustainability challenges

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Sustainability

Environmental performance: transport and distribution

Savings and performance gains from logistics and transport can provide an edge over competitors

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Lecta has updated the lighting installations at its Zaragoza, Sant Joan les Fonts and Motril mills in Spain achieving energy savings of 60 percent

Substrates & adhesives

Lecta reduces energy consumption by 60 percent

19 November 2020

New lighting at the company’s mills contributes to energy savings

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Sustainability

Design for sustainable performance

Global consumers are engaged when it comes to packaging and are only becoming more knowledgeable and more demanding when it comes to sustainability

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Sustainability

Solid waste management in the label plant

Label converters should regularly review their manufacturing process to understand how to minimize solid waste in their label and package production operations

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Sustainability

Sustainability: label converter production performance

Exploring the ways a label manufacturer can enhance performance and optimize energy usage within a production facility while reducing carbon emissions

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Sustainability

16 November 2020

German energy efficiency initiative once again minimizes carbon footprint

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