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Welcome to the August issue of Green Packaging International. Faced with an expanding range of sustainable packaging options to meet consumer demand, recyclability can often be a key factor when determining choice. Recyclability of whatever packaging is selected has to be at the top of the list for buyers’ requirements if achieving consumer demands are to be met. Recycling can be easy when looking at items such as glass and metal, but when we consider packaging board or paper, things can be become very confusing. Some companies have attempted to simplify the process by clearly telling the consumer to separate a liner from the outer and dispose of the non-recyclable part. This is all well and good, but ensuring universal compliance with this advice is never going be possible.However, sensible and preferably simple solutions needs to be globally adopted and made as consumer-friendly as possible if recycling rates are to be met. Recycling and recyclability must lie at the heart of all packaging selection for the future. Food and confectionary packaging is one of the single most important areas where innovation is still needed, but some packaging suppliers are addressing this and are already developing viable products, some which are introduced in this issue.
Industry News Green Packaging International c Autumn 2022 3 Contents REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVE Einar Mobile:Johansson+4670234 80 85 Email: Tel:TN2TunbridgeBrownPRINTINGEmail:Mobile:Tel:ASTACAnthonyPRODUCTIONeinar.lennart@gmail.comWiffenBusinessPublishing+44(0)1460261011+44(0)7557280769anton_print_1@mac.comKnightandTruscottWells,Kent,3BW,UK+44(0)1892511678 PUBLISHER & EDITORIAL DIRECTOR Vince Maynard KVJ Enterprises, Tralee, Hillcrest Road, Edenbridge, Kent, TN8 6JS, UK Tel: +44 (0) 1732 505724 Mobile: +44 (0) 7747 002286 ISSNEmail:Mobile:Tel:DavidCONSULTANTpulppaperlogistics@virginmedia.comEmail:EDITORYoung+44(0)1737551687+44(0)7785796826youngeditorial1@btinternet.com2634-4394 Volume 2, Number 8 – Autumn 2022 Contact information ©2022 KVJ Enterprises Industry News4 Mondi 13 14 PackagingAntalis12ProductsLuxePackMonaco 1511 New packaging cuts use of plastics by wagamama Rice Box sustainabilitychampionsinsector
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Green Packaging International c Autumn 20224 ore than eight million delivery bowls with new packaging using recyclable material from will remove up to 330 tonnes of virgin plastic from wagamama’s supply chain every year. The new packaging, made from cPET, will reduce the carbon footprint of the brand’s most popular dish –the katsu curry – by 62%. Alongside the new packaging initiative, wagamama will also be launching its bowl return programme ‘Bowl Bank’, created in response to the varied practices of the UK waste streams. wagamama’s new initiative is aiming to take ownership of its waste, inviting guests to return their packaging to their local restaurant. Bowl Bank will be available in every wagamama restaurant by October, 2022.Thomas
“Months of trial and error, conversations with leading experts, and research into UK waste streams has resulted in a moment where we can finally say we’re proud of our packaging. Proving small choices make for big change and sustainable progress doesn’t happen overnight. This is an exciting and overdue step for us, but only the beginning.” wagamama is one of the first in the hospitality industry to use ‘cPET’ for the bases of their famous bowls, more commonly used for supermarket ready meals. cPET is a food-safe material made from 70% recycled content. Unlike most other PET’s, it has excellent heat resistance, making it the perfect material for delivering hot ramen.
Jo Barnard, Creative Director of design and innovation agency Morrama, said: “It was great to work with wagamama as they were willing to take educated risks and ultimately allow their main sustainability objective to lead the project. We continuously balanced bettering guest and team experience with sustainability. We have reached a truly unique solution which reduces a massive amount of virgin plastic while still achieving the much loved ‘bowl to soul’ aesthetic wagamama is famous for”. More information from www. wagamama.com
New packaging cuts use of plastics by wagamama
The remaining 30% of the packaging products will be plastics, which are needed to maintain the structural integrity of the container. Each piece of packaging has been nipped and tucked, ensuring the new bowls perfectly fit portion sizes and no excess material is used. No detail has been overlooked, even down to moving the containers to a lighter creamy sand colour to ensure the bowls and lids will be more easily detected by Near Infra Red (NIR) scanners in recycling plants. wagamama has also opted for an easily recyclable PP lid and is committed to working with project partners to get to a fully cPET solution within 18 months. Proving sustainable change is about progress notSimonperfection.Ellin,President of the UK Recycling Association and leading expert. who advised wagamama on the move to cPET. said: “It’s incredibly encouraging to see businesses like wagamama take accountability for their waste and go to great lengths to research and understand the complex nature of the UK recycling landscape. There’s so much misinformation and false claims about where rubbish goes, you really need to take the time to fully understand the problem. “Assessing their business needs, I’m confident cPET is the most sustainable option available to them at this time, and I’m pleased to see they have invested in this option. They will be leading consumer behaviour change with their ‘Bowl Bank’ initiative, and it would be brilliant to see more return initiatives like this from their peers.”
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Heier, the company’s CEO, said: “We are in a fortunate position that wagamama is muchloved by consumers, but we know this comes with a huge responsibility. “Reducing our use of virgin plastics is a complicated mission, but one we have been dedicated to for four years. This has been driven by the belief that we needed do better for our guests, teams and the planet.
The project, that revolves around PulPac’s unique fibre forming technology and its potential to operate with fibres sourced from agricultural residues – provided by BIO-LUTIONS – has been granted financial support for cutting-edge R&D and testing, within the Eurostars innovation program.
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Industry News Green Packaging International c Autumn 20226 S ustainable packaging provider, DS Smith, is thinking outside the box by trialling new and innovative materials for its paper and packaging making process, which includes straw, daisies, hemp, cocoa shells and seaweed.
Now, the DS Smith Innovation Team is experimenting with cocoa shells for carton board in chocolate packaging and is looking at other materials with a good environmental profile. For example, agricultural waste in the form of straw and annual plants like hemp or miscanthus, which in some cases might require significantly* less energy and water to produce than some traditional papermakingThomasmaterials.Ferge,Paper and Board Development Director at DS Smith, said: “With the strain on the planet
more evident than ever, our research has the potential to lessen pressure on forests and protect the planet’s natural resources. “As well as looking at how we optimise the standard recycled paper fibres that we already use, we’re very excited by the prospect of how other resources such as miscanthus, hemp, agricultural wastes and seaweed could be used in the next generation of packaging solutions. This is all part of our goal to make the most of every single fibre we use by 2030.” DS Smith has been trialling such novel materials with research partners. In an innovative pilot programme, DS Smith and The Research Institute of Sweden (RISE) explored how the properties of straw and seaweed could potentially work as a packaging product in comparison to more traditional materials, including recycled hardwood and softwood.Aspart of DS Smith’s Now and Next sustainability strategy, the company has an ambition to optimise fibre use for individual supply chains in 100% of its new packaging solutions by 2025 and optimise every fibre for every supply chain by 2030. DS Smith’s fibre optimisation work and wider sustainability progress can be found in its latest sustainability report. More information from www.dssmith. com/packaging
*Novel processes indicate up to 50% less energy and 95% less water than traditional pulping processes.
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DS Smith is also exploring the use of annual plants such as daisies and agricultural wastes for their fibre properties and potential paper performance. The company has also undertaken industry-first trials exploring how seaweed may be used as a raw material to design out problem plastics from carton, paper wrap and cardboard tray packaging.
The target of the Eurostars funded R&D project is to validate additional components and supply chain for Dry Moulded Fibre. commented, “We are very excited about the Eurostars project and the opportunity to investigate how Dry Moulded Fibre could utilise components from the plastic industry. Surprisingly, single-use plastic production is still growing globally, albeit with more and more products being banned by governments and consumers demanding a shift, with cellulose fibres as the obvious solution. By widening the possibilities for Dry Moulded Fibre to also include plasticmachine components, we would be able to accelerate the transition to a circular economy. Our solutions are plastic-free, biodegradable and recyclable, but most importantly, cost-effective.“Combining BIO-LUTIONS’ fibcro® natural fibre sources from agricultural residues, and the Dry Moulded Fibre process gives us unique opportunities. We are excited to be part of this R&D-project to validate and support with our operations expertise and test capacity,” said Eduardo Gordillo, CEO BIO-LUTIONS.Eurostarsis the largest international funding program for SMEs wishing to collaborate on R&D projects that create innovative products, processes or services for commercialisation. More information from www.pulpac. com and www.bio-lutions.com
The company is currently trialling a range of alternative fibres as part of its £100 million R&D and Innovation plan to accelerate its work in the Circular Economy. The programme will look at the fibre potential and plastic replacement capabilities of a number of materials in order to diversify the range of sources it uses for packaging.
The scope is to design, build and test a prototype of a Dry Moulded Fibre machine by adapting standard components, traditionally used for production of plastic products. The aim is to validate components for international packaging markets that can use agricultural residues as inputs, besides standard pulp. PulPac will address the technical challenge, while BIO-LUTIONS will support with operational requirements and conduct pilot tests with its unique fibcro® fibres.
Pennsylvania-based SupplyOne Inc, the largest independent supplier of custom corrugated and other value-added packaging products, equipment and services in the US, highlights its commitment to sustainability by reducing the environmental impact of its own business operations and by delivering customised packaging solutions that enable customers to achieve sustainability goals without sacrificing performance or profitability.Theorganisation approaches sustainability with a complete perspective that spans every aspect of packaging ownership, from design and material selection to packaging-related processes and distribution through end-of-life. SupplyOne packaging engineers and designers create custom ecofriendly packaging solutions that are purpose-built to optimise each customer’s operational efficiencies, reduce costs, and increase working capital.“Weuse a 360-degree approach to the development of sustainable solutions. Our packaging specialists evaluate the current packaging and packaging-related processes, conducting a systematic analysis to identify opportunities to help customers achieve their sustainability goals,” explained Steve Lang, Vice President, Supply Chain at SupplyOne. “Our material and supplier agnostic approach allow us to identify and deliver the best possible solutions to meet each customer’s application and business needs.”Thisguidance is particularly beneficial for manufacturers,mid-marketfoodprocessors, and fulfilment businesses with limited in-house technical, engineering or design expertise to keep up with market demand for eco-friendly packaging and the latest and most sustainable materials, processes and business practices. In addition, customers can leverage SupplyOne’s deep industry expertise, custom manufacturing, packaging automation and services that span every aspect of packaging ownership and the economies of scale from its relationship with over 3000SupplyOnesuppliers.continually reviews its own operations to reduce the environmental impact. For example, printing operations use environmentally-friendly, waterbased inks and cleaning with non-toxic chemicals. In addition, more than 95% of the packaging materials it manufactures are produced from renewable, recycled or recyclable sources. More information from supplyone.com/sustainabilitywww.
The stand will demonstrate Antalis’ extensive selection of unparalleled products, including primary, secondary and tertiary packaging, providing solutions for allTheirapplications.wideportfolio of creative papers and graphical boards includes leading brands such as Keaykolour, Olin and Eska Black; products perfectly suited for luxury packaging in sectors such as fashion, cosmetics and drinks markets. Further innovative and sustainable ranges to be displayed on Antalis’ stand include Performa Light CarbonZero™ – the first carbon neutral cartonboard in the market – and the tactile Curious Collection of papers, which offers a multitude of finishes and colours for impactfulSupportedeffect.bya comprehensive in-house design support service for e-commerce packaging, Antalis’ unique offering provides solutions for every layer of the ‘unboxing’ experience.Antaliswill take this opportunity to highlight carbon offsetting in action, working alongside leading schemes to ensure that carbon credits fund the best projects both in the UK and worldwide. Materials purchased across the entire Antalis portfolio can be carbon offset, with some ranges, such as the entire creative papers portfolio, supplied fully carbon-balanced by Antalis as standard.SteveChappell, Graphical Board Development Manager at Antalis, stated: “Antalis offers a wide portfolio of quality materials well-suited for the production of all types of packaging. We’re experienced in working with brand owners and designers to specify the most suitable products for luxury packaging across various markets. Our focus is to help brands enhance their identity and maximise shelf appeal to increase ROI, whilst balancing environmental impact and material costs”. More information: www.antalis. co.uk
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T he stand of Antalis (C30) will showcase the latest media trends, capabilities and sustainable packaging solutions at London Packaging Week, which takes place at Olympia, London, from 21-22 September.
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Ardagh Glass Packaging – North America (AGP – North America), a business of Ardagh Group, is commemorating 50 years of partnership in supplying glass packaging to Mt. Olive PickleFromCompany.amodest beginning in 1926, Mt. Olive has grown to be one of the most loved pickle companies, manufacturing its best-selling brand of pickles, peppers and relishes from its headquarters at the Corner of Cucumber and Vine in Mount Olive, North Carolina. The 50-year partnership connects the largest domestic glass container supplier to the US food industry with the number one pickle brand in America, as determined by IRI sales data. “Glass is the ultimate container for our products,” said Bobby Frye, President & CEO at Mt. Olive. “It retains freshness and flavour like no other, and we appreciate its endlessly recyclable nature. We believe our consumers appreciate those qualities, too.”
Left to right: Carlos Mares, All4Labels; Adrian Tippenhauer, All4Labels; Antonio Villegas Castillo, Gráficas Indetic; Josep Maria Valls, Notary; Isabel Ferreiro, Gráficas Indetic; Toni Villegas, Gráficas Indetic; Arantxa Villegas, Gráficas Indetic; and Edmondo Motto, All4Labels.
Antonio Villegas Castillo, owner of Gráficas Indetic, confirmed: “We are very happy to now be part of All4Labels. We strongly believe that by joining our forces and co-operating we can grow together and serve our customers even better than we have already done in the past. We are looking forward to exploring all the possibilities we have in the Iberian market, now with the strength and resources of the All4Labels Global Packaging Group”. The new partnership, which adds many years of experience and extensive knowledge of the Spanish market to the All4Labels Group, will accelerate the company’s sustainable growth on an international scale. With the latest acquisition the All4Labels Group further substantiates its strategy to establish and diversify its business in attractive product categories, markets as well as regions.
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Adrian Tippenhauer, CEO, All4Labels, stated: “This transaction marks the beginning of our strategy to build a leading business unit in the Iberian market. We are certain that Gráficas Indetic will be able to offer high quality packaging solutions to its existing and future customers, both locally and globally. At the same time, we are pleased to welcome the management team around owner Antonio Villegas Castillo and all employees as new members of the All4Labels Global Packaging Group. This new partnership strengthens our concept of sustainable growth on an international level and by partnering with Gráficas Indetic we are clearly positioning ourselves for future success in a new and attractive market. Finally, I would like to thank all parties involved for their trust and valuable support in this project”.
Packing pickles in glass for 50 years
The collaboration began with Mt. Olive purchasing glass jars from AGP North America’s Henderson, NC, glass manufacturing facility, a mere 100 miles away, helping to keep Mt. Olive’s promise to source local products and incorporate sustainable practices into its operations. “We value our long-term relationship with Ardagh Glass Packaging,” said Frye. “As our company grew over the years, Ardagh was right there with us, helping us serve our customers and consumers with quality, innovative products. And, as a North Carolina-based company, we’ve always been proud of our connection to the Henderson facility”.
All4Labels PackagingGlobalGroup, a leading packagingmanufacturerinternationalofsolutions,as well as a pioneer in digital printing, is continuing its global growth strategy through its acquisition of Gráficas Indetic, a renowned Spanish converter of high-value decorative self-adhesive labels and shrink sleeves. The company will become a subsidiary of the All4Labels Group and the current owners will continue to manage the business as part of All4Labels.
Gráficas Indetic joins All4Labels Group
Throughout the years, as Mt. Olive’s brand has grown, Ardagh Glass Packaging’s glass manufacturing facilities strategically located throughout the US have provided the essential service and support necessary to meet the company’s demand for American-made glass containers.Tosupport Mt. Olive’s variety of products, Ardagh manufactures glass jars in a range of sizes from an 8 oz jar to a one gallon jug. “Ardagh Glass Packaging cherishes its 50-year supply partnership to manufacture glass packaging that showcases and protects the flavor, freshness and integrity of Mt. Olive Pickle Company’s products,” agreed Darrell Wineman, Vice President, Food, Wine & Spirits for AGP – North America. “We look forward to the next 50 years of partnership.”Glassbottles preserve the true taste of foods and beverages, are 100% and endlessly recyclable, and can go from the recycling bin to the store shelf in as little as 30 Throughoutdays.2022, Ardagh Glass Packaging will celebrate the United Nations International Year of Glass (IYOG), commemorating the essential role of glass packaging in a sustainable society. More information from ardaghgroup.com/food2022www.
According to Romenska, this is a very ambitious target as it’s difficult to collect packaging in the same way in different countries. She also cited the significant investment required to implement changes in collection and sorting systems. While suggesting it might not be realistic, Muehling confirmed that a harmonised solution would be desirable – “even just being able to separate fibrebased packaging from other waste would be a fundamental benefit”. While there may be a number of challenges when it comes to reaching the targets for the Deal, it may also offer a boost for the packaging industry, presenting new opportunities too. According to Pursula, There will be a lot of opportunities to create products that are truly circular, as well as further improve the fibre recycling system”. Romenska cited initiatives in various countries, such as Malta, where the Internet of Things (IoT) is being used to sort containers, “So innovations in digitalisation are another perspective”.
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The debate also highlighted the importance of the development of recycling collection systems at national, regional and local level.
Industry News Green Packaging International c Autumn 202210 S imple and understandingkeyandregulationscredibleonsortingrecyclingarethetosecureconsumerof recycling and packaging materials, according to a host of experts invited to participate in an EU Green Week-themed round table. This was hosted by the European Association for Carton and Cartonboard Manufacturers (Pro Carton) to examine how the Deal is impacting the packaging industry and the role of fibre-based packaging in the pursuit of a circular economy. All participants agreed that consumer participation is the most important element for the packaging industry to achieve the guidelines set out by the European Green Deal. Featuring panellists from every stage of the supply chain, including Tiina Pursula, SVP Sustainability, Division Packaging Materials, Stora Enso; Monika Romenska, Regulatory & Public Affairs Manager, EXPRA; Klaus Hockl, Managing Director Cardbox Packaging; and Winfried Muehling, General Manager, Pro Carton, the discussion saw participants identify a lack of consumer understanding of recycling systems as one of the biggest barriers faced by the industry to achieve elements of the Deal.
According to Winfried Muehling, “The consumer needs to have a credible, easy-to-understand system in place when it comes to recycling because if they don’t understand it, they will not do what we need them to do… if you make it too complex the whole thing will fail in the long run”. In agreement, Hockl stated, “Consumer participation is 100% key to success and to further increase the already high recycling rates”, while Romenska added, “Consumers need to be motivated to believe that their efforts are contributing to environmental impact in general”.
According to Tiina Pursula, “What is key is access to separate collection of all packaging…that is the only thing that allows recycling to happen and also be economically viable,” while Hockl believes systems need to be consistent and understood across each member state. “Over the past two years many countries have applied many different rules, which makes the EU Green deal not visible and reachable for everybody,” he said. In May, the EU Commission presented details of its Packaging Waste Regulations, which aim to introduce a harmonised solution.
In addition to simplicity for consumers, functionality and food safety were also deemed important considerations for the industry when looking at how the guidelines must be implemented. For some, such as Stora Enso’s Pursula, functionality is the starting point; it is there to protect the product, so the materials used need to be adapted to its end-use. Hockl agreed, saying, “Food safety is mandatory. It’s important for the industry’s credibility to bring packaging to market – and to the consumer – which is best for its application and purpose”. While in some instances, plastic may be a suitable packaging material to protect products, throughout the discussion, the environmental credentials of cartonboard as a means to help reach the EU Green deal targets were repeatedly emphasised. According to Muehling, “One of the biggest challenges that a brand-owner faces today is to make sure they put products on the shelves that will not have a negative impact on the environment. One of the biggest risks is being attacked by consumer organisations about this”. Carton fibres can be recycled more than 25 times with little to no loss of integrity, meaning there is no negative effect on the mechanical properties in question. With 60% of consumers considering the environmental impact of the purchasing decisions they make, this is significant, added Muehling. Closing the discussion, Muehling stressed the importance of crossindustry collaboration: “It is not possible to solve today’s problems by yourself. It takes the involvement of all stakeholders in the value chain to meet the challenges that are in front of us. Discussing things openly and defining the best solutions is what the industry and the environment both need and I am sure that the fibre-based packaging industry will play its part in solving the challenges that are ahead of us”. More information from www. procarton.com consumer participation the key to circularity
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How to find the perfect balance between acceptable and beautiful? Roctool’s answer is to provide a global support called Eco Molding. With its recognised technological expertise (induction technology in the injection phase) and scientific experience of materials, it recommends, from the design stage, the right compromise between the choice of materials, the anticipation of textures and the definition of processes to provide a global approach for an economical, ecological, and attractive solution. Meet them at the workshop ‘Feedback: zero carbon objective’ on Monday, 3 October, at 5. 00 p.m. METROPACK (StandVA8Bis) Luxury products are distinguished by the intense emotion they generate. This is the result of exceptional work and an uncommonly high standard. In order to ensure that the meeting between product and consumer remains a unique moment, Metropack (testing laboratory specialised in packaging) has developed a range of services dedicated to luxury brands.
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Solid and precise mechanics, high value components and a clear and logical screen have put the injection blow moulding experience on to a new level. Next to the overall positive results, Novapax’s customers are more than happy about the shorter cycle times they can achieve. For the reliability and the speed of their machines they will never give up focusing on low and responsible energy consumptions.
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MIMAKI (StandDD02Bis)EUROPE This manufacturer of inkjet printers and cutting systems will show you how to achieve and produce high-end, one-off packaging, while all the same time making smarter, more sustainable decisions with their advenced printing technology. Meet them at their workshop on Monday, 4 October, at 1.30 p.m.
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The Decoline II integrates the metallisation in vacuum (cathode sputtering), as well as all coating and pre-processing steps in a single production run. A central inline vacuum coating machine of the Polycoater type is at the heart of the entireTheline.Decoline II production line can be operated by a single employee due to its high degree of automation, with a maximum output of around 10,000 units per hour.
NOVAPAX (Stand DG19)
World leader in digital printing and finishing, MGI Digital Technology innovates with the AlphaJET, the very first 4.0 digital printing plant, dedicated to the printing and finishing of packaging and commercial printing. Disruptive, the AlphaJET performs in a single pass, in B1 format, the printing operations CMYK aqueous inkjet 1600dpi, and the application of UV varnish, selective or not, and hot foil, flat or relief, in fixed or variable data, according to a 100% digital process. Meet them at the workshop ‘the new paradigm shift: the packaging industry 4.0’ on Monday, 3 October, at midday.
Olivia Kennedy was awarded silver for ‘Bryhtnoth’, a salted caramel vodka in recyclable packaging utilising foiling and laser cutting for a perception of luxury and to provide striking impact for gifting. Mia Jones’ creative concept ‘Mortimer’s’ received the bronze award. Creating giftable, boxed wine, Mia designed the outer box to become a lantern by placing a light inside, post-packaging use. Completing the awards, highly commended was given to Abigail Ballard-Lawrence for her ‘Sailmakers White Rum’ packaging, with each cut-out on the box reflecting the shape of sails.
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Winners of luxury packaging design competition
Bethany Hansford won gold for ‘Smith Sutton’.
Joint gold winners are Bethany Hansford with ‘Smith Sutton’ and Isabella Atkinson with ‘Tinbeerwah’. Bethany designed ‘Smith Sutton’ with inspiration from her long-standing librarian grandfather, with luxury, reusable brandy packaging in the form of an old book. Foiling and embossing gives a premium and exclusive feel to the outer, while the inside is lined with a marble pattern, linking back to book cover linings of old and providing a contrasting and contemporary feel upon opening. The bottle itself incorporates a label on which a name can be handwritten for personalised gifting, with the keepsake pencil provided. Showing consideration for the environment, Bethany specified a selection of 100% recyclable paper products, from Antalis, for her impressive design which creates a unique experience for the consumer. Joint gold winner Isabella Atkinson named her gin brand after her childhood home, the suburb Tinbeerwah in Queensland, Australia, for which she uses a laser cut sunrise style motif. The area is characterised by its lush tropical rainforest and exotic plants and celebrates natural Australian botanicals, both of which became the inspiration for Isabella’s design. The keepsake packaging has shelf appeal and the bottle label is cleverly laser cut to create light refraction for impact. Through creating luxurious sustainability with her packaging, with the balance of its paper-based construction and special finishes including gold foil, Isabella’s design has heightened luxury appeal.
Jess Turner, Head of Brand and Creative at Adnams, commented, “The thoroughness of the students’ work and their incredibly detailed and wellthought-out storytelling, alongside the detailed concepts and brands, were impressive. You could really tell that a huge amount of research went into their work and it was an honour to be on the judging panel”. More information from: www.antalis. co.uk
Industry News Green Packaging International c Autumn 202212 Antalis, together with Brief Cases, has announced the winners of the ‘Smart Luxury Packaging: Drinks Sector’ competition in collaboration with leading art institution Norwich University of the Arts.The competition invited students to explore high-end drink sector brands and to design limited, luxury packaging to promote their own brand concept. Winning projects were selected from submissions by students at Norwich University of the Arts, by an esteemed panel of judges. Packaging is part of any consumer experience, with luxury and highend drink brand owners recognising that highly impactful design, print and special edition packaging, all provide an opportunity to bring their premium drinks to new audiences.
The Smart Luxury Packaging: Drinks Sector brief was judged according to criteria including design, recognising opportunity, impact, commercial viability, brand strength and presentation.Thejudging panel was comprised of industry experts: Veronica Heaven, Managing Director of The Heaven Company and Founder of Brief Cases; Tan Mahal, Head of Creative Services at Pollards; Jess Turner, Head of Brand and Creative at Adnams; Jamie Pledger, Retail Merchandise Buyer at Adnams; Brian Webb, Director and Designer at Webb & Webb; Susan Wright, Editorial Director and Publisher at Earth Island Publishing; Eleanor Harris, Head of Sales and Marketing at Beamglow; Jon Clark, General Manager at BPIF Cartons and Head of Procurement at Medica Packaging; and Steve Chappell, Graphical Board Development Manager at Antalis. After extensive reviews of all shortlisted work, five students were recognised with awards.
Rice Box champions sustainability in sector DS Smith
James Brett, Marketing Director for Veetee Group, added: “Working with DS Smith to create our industry-leading rice box has allowed us to achieve our goal of selling our product that is a premium, sustainable solution and disruptive on the shelf. We’re also proud to be providing an enhanced customer experience through the box’s unique portion measure, meaning the packaging helps our brand stand out from the crowd”. The pack has been developed to be filled on Veetee’s fully automated packing lines and within its existing footprint to maximise and improve supply chain efficiency. Following design, development, and manufacturing in the UK, the rice box was first launched in the US in May, 2021, before being sold in major UK supermarkets. More information from www.dssmith. com/packaging
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FTSE 100 sustainable packaging company DS Smith worked closely with Veetee and its design brief to create a product that is not only friendlier to the environment, but makes it simple for customers to measure portions using a replaceable box lid. The concept of incorporating the portion measure is unique to the sector, solving a consumer problem and helping the brand to stand out from its competitors.
Delivering asignificantlyconsumerpackagingsustainablewithoptimalconvenienceincreasesbrand’schanceof standing out on the shelf. Veetee Rice Ltd’s dry rice pack is a sector-leading solution that removes the need to use plastic bags or standard skillets in its packaging, with a box lid that can be removed, used as a measure and then reseals the pack for ease of storage. As one of the UK’s largest rice companies, Veetee’s pioneering solution is a fully- recyclable fibre-based rice box with a unique portion measure and was created by DS Smith. The innovative solution reinforces both companies’ position as sector leaders in plastic replacement, as the fully fibre-based box replaces existing plastic bag options and aims to remove over 50 tonnes of plastic from the UK market.
Dave Ellerington, Head of Design & Innovation and Business Development at DS Smith Packaging UK & Ireland, said: “It’s been excellent to work with Veetee, who share our goal of reducing the use of harmful plastics and giving consumers truly sustainable options. We were able to use our unique circular design principles and metrics in the development of this design to ensure the final product is convenient for customers, as well as being sustainable.“Ourwork with Veetee has once again been able to show how packaging is vital for brands, who are looking to become more circular and reduce their environmental impact.”
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ondi, a global leader in packaging and paper, in partnership with Fiorini International, a worldleading converter and packaging producer based in Italy, has successfully created and launched a new fully recyclable paper packaging for a premium Italian pasta brand. Following a complete overhaul of its packaging design, Antico Pastificio Umbro decided to combine the expertise of Mondi and Fiorini International to design and produce a paper bag with a viewing window for its premium pasta ranges. After the complete roll- out, this new packaging solution will support the company’s sustainability goal of reducing plastic by saving up to 20 tonnes of plastic perTheyear.successful partnership between Mondi and Fiorini International has resulted in an innovative paper bag design with a large window made of transparent, recyclable and biodegradable cellulose that allows the end user to see the contents. Thanks to the paper selected by Mondi and Fiorini International, the bag is fully recyclable while offering the same protective properties as the previous plastic packaging. The pasta has the same shelf life and is kept safe during transport. A new closure system sealed with a special food contact hot-melt glue, together with a reinforced patch on the bottom, improves hygiene and ensures easy opening. Made from renewable resources, the packaging can be easily disposed of by consumers in existing paper waste streams. The high paper recycling rates in Europe of over 80% mean that paper that has reached the end of its life can contribute to a circular economy. The new pasta bag offers superior printability so that all brand and product messages can be communicated effectively and it has great runnability on filling machines. The groundbreaking packaging was included in the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s Upstream Innovation Guide to Packaging Solutions, published in November, 2021. It was also part of The Waste Age Exhibition, hosted by the London Design Museum and the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, which was open to the public between October, 2021, and February, 2022. Here it was recognised as an innovative example of substitution for better recyclability, an approach that is in line with the Foundation’s vision for a circular economy for plastics. Massimiliano Scottà, Head of Sales Region South & America Kraft Paper, Mondi, said: “We used our customercentric EcoSolutions approach to develop this recyclable packaging and worked very closely with Fiorini International and Antico Pastificio Umbro. This is a great example of best practice in creating packaging that keeps materials in circulation and contributes to Mondi’s MAP2030 sustainability target to make 100% of its products reusable, recyclable or compostable by 2025. In addition, we are delighted to have been part of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and London Design Museum’s Upstream Innovation installation, which is about rethinking packaging and developing solutions that are sustainable by design: this means focusing on the purpose while optimising the material and even changing it completely if necessary, as with this new paper bag for pasta”.PietroFiorini, Sales Director Packaging Division at Fiorini International, explained: “Ethical and environmental responsibilities are the values that lead the daily activities in Fiorini International. These same values, together with research on market trends, innovative technologies and a qualified manufacturing system, have been the key elements we used in this exciting project of transformation. We designed, together with Mondi, the best performing paper solution for the pasta bag. We are proud to be part of a sustainable mission and we know that this requires a systematic and co-operative approach among stakeholders in the supply chains, from producer to consumer. This includes involving consumers in initiatives to raise awareness of sustainable consumption and lifestyles, providing them with appropriate information about packaging. The partnership with Pastificio Umbro is a successful pilot project where Fiorini International’s experience, research, innovation and technology have defined a sustainable production model perfectly integrated within a brand strategy and a common mission”.Leonardo Faccendini, CEO Antico Pastificio Umbro, concluded: “Reducing the environmental impact of our products – their manufacture, packaging and transport – is a top priority for us as a company and replacing traditional plastic packaging with paper is a major step towards achieving this goal. We are investing in new systems and a plant and are planning to roll out this plastic-free packaging across our entire pasta range”. More information from www. mondigroup.com
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Products Green Packaging International c Autumn 2022 15 O n 28 June, canaluminiumitsCorporationBalllaunchedmostsustainableaerosolglobally.Ithas only half the carbon footprint of a standard can, which will help support Ball’s ambition to achieve its 2030 science-based targets and net-zero emissions prior to 2050. “With the impacts of climate change becoming more visible, we see a growing focus on efforts to reduce the carbon footprint of packaging,” said Jason Galley, Senior Director of Sustainability, Ball Aerosol Packaging. “People want a more sustainable future for the planet and they seek out brands that are leading the way. In fact, research shows that 83% of global consumers believe it’s important or extremely important for companies to design products that can be reused or recycled. At Ball, we are helping brands leverage the green credentials of aluminium packaging to offer solutions that help people live more sustainably and improve the health of the planet.”
In addition, Ball is able to significantly reduce the weight of the packaging due to its ReAl® innovative alloy for the production of impact-extruded cans. The new Ball aerosol can is 30% lighter than a standard aluminium can, while fully retaining its strength and structure. Since 2014, over 2.2 billion ReAl cans have been used across the world – that’s the equivalent of 66,000 tonnes of CO 2 equivalent saved. Ball aims for resource efficiency improvement, with 50% of its aerosol can production made with lightweight ReAl alloy that has these increased sustainable attributes.
“We are incredibly excited to bring to market an aerosol aluminium can with half the carbon footprint of a standard can and we will continue to push the boundaries of sustainable innovation,” said Predrag Ozmo, Sustainability Manager, Ball Aerosol Packaging. “The urgency and benefits of moving toward a circular economy are clear and aluminium packaging, because it is infinitely recyclable, is the closest to real circularity. Therefore, we are working with brand-owners, industry associations, materials recovery facilities (MRF), remelters and consumers to raise awareness, and to increase the collection and recycling of aerosol containers.”
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The company’s aerosol cans are designed through a holistic approach with the environment in mind. The new cans incorporate up to 50% recycled content, as well as low carbon aluminium that has been smelted using renewable energy sources, such as hydroelectric power. Producing cans with recycled content and low carbon aluminium helps support Ball’s progress toward reducing absolute value chain emissions by 16% by 2030.
The new packaging contributes to these sustainability goals by using a renewable material and by-product from the paper-making industry that is produced from circular feedstock based on the ISCC (International Sustainability & Carbon Certification) mass balance approach. The innovative packaging also contains mechanically-recycled content from post-consumer material. Mondi worked with long-term supplier Dow and other companies along the value chain to find the most suitable resin formulation for this solution. The end result is an extruded film that is printed on and converted into a Providingbag. the same high-level of protection as the previous alternative, the solution prevents moisture and light damaging the feminine care range, has strong sealing properties and delivers outstanding print quality to maintain on-shelf appeal for Essity’s European recognised brands, such as Bodyform, Libresse, Nana and Nuvenia.
Innovation Manager Feminine Care, added: “We are excited to launch the new feminine care packaging that has a reduced carbon footprint and will contribute to our sustainable innovations. The solution demonstrates our and Mondi’s commitment to the Ellen MacArthur Foundation: to work towards full recyclability and to increase the use of recycled plastic in our packaging. The end result is eye-catching, welldesigned and makes a positive impact on the environment”. More information from www. mondigroup.com
Marjo Kuisma, Regional Sales Consumer Flexibles, Mondi, said: “The challenge was to find the best combination of renewable and recycled content that maintains product quality and the production efficiency already enjoyed by Essity. We tested several options until we found the most suitable solution. Working in collaboration with Essity and Dow validates our EcoSolutions approach; we go back to the start and ask the right questions to ensure we create the best possible solution for ourGuoshengcustomers”.Zhang, Global Technical
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recyclable secondary packaging for Essity’s feminine care products, using renewable materials and post-consumer recycled content that reduces use of fossil-based materials. Essity’s feminine care towels were previously packed in bags that already used 50% renewable materials. Extensive research and testing by Mondi, however, resulted in the recommendation of a new solution that aligns with Essity’s packaging goals: to work towards 100% recyclability and to use up to 85% biomass, renewable or recycled material in all bags where up to 25% are recycled plastics.
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N early 65 million Euros is being invested by Mondi in three Consumer Flexibles packaging plants in Europe in order to meet growing customer demand for sustainable pet food packaging solutions. The European pet food market has grown significantly in recent years, driven by a consistent rise in pet ownership. This trend increased during the Covid-19 pandemic and is expected to continue for many years to Thiscome.*project is part of Mondi’s previously announced 1 billion Euros expansionary capital investment programme to accelerate growth in sustainable packaging and will further strengthen its leading position in the pet food packaging market.Work has already started at Mondi Korneuburg in Austria and includes investments in new, state-of-theart machinery and equipment, as well as an expanded production area. These changes will lead to a capacity increase, solidifying the site’s position as a market leader in pre-made retort stand-up pouches for wet pet food. The group is also investing in new, advanced machinery at Mondi Halle and Mondi Steinfeld in Germany to increase production capacity of sustainable pre-made bag solutions for pet food, as well as home and personal care. This will enable future growth and support customers to switch from multi-layer, nonrecyclable packaging to more sustainable alternatives such as mono-material recyclable stand-up pouches and paper-based pre-made bags.Dirk Gabriel, COO Consumer Flexibles, Mondi. stated: “We take pride in being an innovative, agile partner for our customers. With this investment, we continue to take the lead in aresolutionspackagingthatsustainable by design, especially in the pet food industry.
Le Perpetuel, a brand new refillable cosmetic jar has been created by Stoelzle Glass Group and Technicaps to offer a simple and intuitive assembly system, which is easy to use. The cap is effortlessly removable and replaceable, while remaining very secure over time and after multiple uses. For Stoelzle, the challenge was to realise an enhanced standard ring integrating three notches with diameter variations and a groove. Stoelzle modified the dimensions of the Classic 50 ml glass jar, so that the cup may seamlessly mould into the glass jar.The three notches assure an easy attachment and removal of the cup’s lid, while the amplitude has been calculated to avoid constraining the wrist when refilling the cup. Technicaps designed a cup that was easy to handle, while guaranteeing the functionalities of sealing and heat-sealing. The cup is 100% PP and therefore completely recyclable.Ithasbeen estimated that after refilling La Perpetuel for the second time, the customer will have compensated for the CO2 emissions generated during the production of the glass jar and its cup. More information from www. stoelzle.com and www.technicaps.fr
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Mondi’s Protector Bags are made from renewable resources, responsibly sourced and are created from two layers of durable kraft paper. They are flexible, costefficient and completely recyclable, and can be disposed of safely in existing waste streams. More information from www. mondigroup,com
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its Trek and Diamant brands has been provided by Mondi, which has entered the bike packaging market with its Protector Bags. Germany’s oldest bike manufacturer will now use Mondi’s recyclable Protector Bags that are made from renewable materials. The change means that Diamant will reduce its plastic use by 16 tonnes every year – around 85% of its previous consumption, as well as saving costs in logistics andThetransportation.pre-madepaper bags do not require additional wrapping or taping as they are ready to use with a tailored closure strip developed specifically for the bicycle industry.
Created from two plies of paper, Mondi’s Protector Bags are strong and flexible, making them highly puncture-proof, and they protect the bikes during storage and transport with a softer interior glaze that is friction-resistant. Due to the air permeability of paper, the bags are also breathable. Handlebar grips made of rubber can emit moisture or gas and this can evaporate easily with this new packaging.Storageand transportation costs have been significantly reduced: the Protector Bags are delivered flat, meaning more can be carried on a pallet, providing a more cost-efficient stacking compared to plastic bubble wrap reels that transport excess air. In addition, Mondi produces the paper bags at its Trebsen plant in Germany, which is only an hour from Diamant’s factory, compared to the previous bubble wrap alternative, which was sourcedGeoffreyabroad.Ziegahn, Senior Engineer, Diamant, explained: “Our development team worked very closely with Mondi to create these uniquely tailored bags, which will provide increased protection for the handlebars of all mountain and trekking bikes of our brands during transportation. This is a major step towards our sustainability goals: we aim to only use recyclable packaging by the end of this year and replace all plastic and bubble wrap with paper-based solutions. Mondi’s careful and thorough approach to the challenge has demonstrated how we can achieve this – we are saving transportation costs, storage space and are contributing to a better world by making this big change”. Nadja Nickel, Sales Manager Protector Bags, Mondi, added: “This is a fantastic example of how our EcoSolutions approach can work for customers in a wide range of industries, and we are delighted to make our first foray into bike packaging with our Protector Bags. Diamant’s bikes need to be protected from scratches during transport. While the previous plastic bubble wrap protected the product, Diamant was looking for packaging made from paper. By going on to the factory floor and assessing all areas of manufacturing, storage and transportation, we were able to develop a bespoke version of our existing Protector Bags, which are easily sealed on site, provide all the protection needed, save the customer money and help them achieve their sustainability goals”.
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