June 17, 2025The EU Banned BPA and Other Bisphenols in Food-Contact MaterialsThe European Commission banned the use and trading of Bisphenol A (BPA) and other bisphenols in food contact materials. Read more
June 16, 2025Earth Brands’ Earth Cup: Biodegradable Disposable CupsEarth Brands, founded by two sophomores at Williams College, aims to replace disposable plastic cups on college campuses—and beyond. Read more
June 12, 2025The Role of Foamed Plastics in Reusable DrinkwareFoamed plastics and renewable polymers drive next-gen sustainable drinkware, which uses less material, improves insulation, and is fully recyclable. Read more
June 6, 2025Inventory Management Trends in Plastic PackagingInventory management stands at the core of operational excellence in the polymer packaging industry. Read more
June 4, 2025Perfectly Imperfect: How Freak Design Captures Gen Z AuthenticityForward-thinking brands are discovering that embracing unconventional, quirky, and deliberately flawed designs creates profound resonance with younger consumers. Read more
June 2, 2025Understanding Packaging EPR in the UKThe UK’s Extended Producer Responsibility scheme reshapes packaging design and recycling. Businesses now face new rules, fees, and sustainability standards. Read more
May 30, 2025Metal-Free Laminates Solutions for High Barrier ApplicationsMetal-free laminates have high packaging barrier properties while simplifying the recycling process, offering a sustainable solution without compromising functionality. Read more
May 28, 2025Starch-Based Alternatives to Conventional AdhesivesStarch-based polyelectrolyte complexes can be considered a sustainable step forward in packaging adhesives. Read more
May 27, 2025Strategies for Cutting Waste in Packaging ManufacturingAs sustainability becomes a key priority across industries, packaging companies must rethink how they design, produce, and manage materials. Read more
May 22, 2025Inside Materials – PolystyrenePolystyrene (PS) is a thermoplastic that industries widely recognize for its lightweight nature, durability, and excellent protective properties. Read more
May 19, 2025Green but in the Red: Can Bioplastics Become Economically Viable?Recent Danimer Scientific and Brightmark bankruptcies have raised concerns around bioplastics and economics. Can a more innovative strategy shift the balance? Read more
May 15, 2025Improving Seafood Packaging with Biopolymers and NanotechnologyResearchers are investigating new, high-tech approaches for “smart” seafood packaging using biopolymers and nanotechnology. Read more