New EU requirements driving change in the packaging sector
The Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), which came into force on February 11, 2025, marks a significant shift for the European packaging industry.
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Setting course for the future: new CEO at Südpack
Thorsten Seehars has been appointed as the new CEO of Südpack. He succeeds Erik Bouts, who successfully led the company over the past six years and is stepping down to begin his well-deserved retirement
K.D. Feddersen signs sub-distribution agreement with Plastic Agents, S.L.
The Hamburg-based distributor K.D. Feddersen signed a sub-distribution agreement with the Spanish Plastic Agents, S.L. at the beginning of 2025.
MCC receives first joint APR-RecyClass approval for "SealPPeel" technology
APR and RecyClass have jointly recognised MCC’s "SealPPeel" technology applicable on PP packaging tubs as fully compatible with both PP white and coloured recycling streams in the United States and Europe.
Comexi showcases the success of its offset CI evolution technology
EllerHold, a leading European manufacturer of labels, packaging, and advertising materials, has chosen the Comexi Offset CI Evolution to enhance its operations.
Netstal strengthens customer proximity and establishes its own subsidiary in Mexico
Netstal has founded its own subsidiary in Mexico for sales and customer service with immediate effect. The new company is based in Santiago de Querétaro.
Amcor and Kolon Industries partner to pioneer more sustainable polyester materials for packaging
Amcor, a global leader in responsible packaging solutions, has signed a strategic collaboration agreement with Kolon Industries Inc., a leading South Korean chemical materials manufacturer.
Lanxess to sell Urethane Systems business to UBE Corporation
Specialty chemicals company Lanxess signed a contract to sell its Urethane Systems business to Japanese UBE Corporation.
SABIC and Fujian government sign potential investment agreement
SABIC signed a potential investment agreement with the Fujian government on August 1, under the auspices of the Saudi Ministry of Energy.
Ineos Styrolution and Edge Solutions sign exclusive supply agreement
Ineos Styrolution has announced today that Edge Solutions has signed a ten-year exclusive supply agreement for an ultra-tough Luran SC thermoplastic product, designed specifically for wind turbine blades.
K.D. Feddersen and Futerro S.A. conclude distribution agreement
The Hamburg-based K.D. Feddersen Ueberseegesellschaft mbH a member of the international Feddersen Group, and the Belgian Futerro S.A. have concluded a distribution agreement for the sale of Polylactide (PLA).
European Bioplastics elects new Board during its General Assembly on 4 June
European Bioplastics (EUBP), the association representing the interests of the bioplastics industry in Europe, has elected a new Board during its General Assembly on 4 June
