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Indonesia strengthens green transition in packaging and automotive

Indonesia strengthens green transition in packaging and automotive

Indonesia, the largest economy in Southeast Asia, is rapidly developing its plastics market with a focus on sustainable packaging and lightweight components for the automotive sector. EPR regulations and investments in new production capacities are accelerating the transition towards a circular economy.

Clariant gains EU approval for rice bran wax additives

Clariant gains EU approval for rice bran wax additives

Clariant has obtained European Commission approval for renewable rice bran wax-based additives for plastics intended for food contact, strengthening their position as a regulatory-compliant alternative to traditional montan waxes in packaging applications.

Alternative confectionery packaging at interpack 2026

Alternative confectionery packaging at interpack 2026

At interpack 2026, three halls will be dedicated to processing and packaging technologies for confectionery and baked goods. Sustainable materials, flexible machinery and digital solutions for the confectionery market will be in the spotlight.

Sidel awarded for sustainable solutions in packaging

Sidel awarded for sustainable solutions in packaging

Sidel received two SEAL Business Sustainability Awards 2026 for its EvoBLOW Laser blow-moulding system and SWING Evo tunnel pasteurizer, awarded in the Sustainable Innovation Award and Sustainable Product Award categories respectively.

Amcor thermoformed packaging for ready meals and dairy

Amcor thermoformed packaging for ready meals and dairy

Amcor is expanding its portfolio of thermoformed packaging for the ready-meal and dairy sectors, responding to growing demand for solutions that extend product shelf life, enable recycling and support brand image.

Mondi's paper barrier packaging for Prymat spices

Mondi's paper barrier packaging for Prymat spices

Mondi and Prymat are implementing an ultra-high barrier paper packaging based on FunctionalBarrier Paper Ultimate, designed to reduce carbon footprint and enable recycling while maintaining protection of aromatic spices.