UPM Specialty Papers to display new co-created recyclable packaging solutions at PACK EXPO International 2024

Amcor – a global packaging leader – has for the first time reported against SASB’s standards, setting a new benchmark for the packaging industry by becoming the first global diversified packaging company to do so. SASB standards are recognized as best-in-class, enabling businesses around the world to offer greater transparency and improve risk management. This view is shared by the investor community, which has embraced the SASB standard as a means to allow informed decision making on sustainable investing. By reporting against SASB’s Containers & Packaging standard, Amcor is leading the industry with regard to benchmarking and transparency to drive more sustainable performance.

Stora Enso’s new 100% virgin fiber-based kraftliner, AvantForte WhiteTop, is now commercially available. The white top kraftliner targets demanding premium segments, such as fresh food, e-commerce, and shelf-ready packaging. AvantForte WhiteTop kraftliner is engineered to meet brand owners’ need for safe, high-performing, and plastic-free packaging. The new product will serve end-uses that require exceptional strength, purity, and visual appearance. Through Stora Enso’s patent-pending technology, Tri-Ply™, the product is equipped with three fiber layers to maximize its strength and help converters and brand owners use less material than with traditional kraftliners.

Smurfit Kappa explored the part that packaging can play in boosting online sales in an eCommerce event last week. During the week-long event, the packaging leader launched an array of innovative new concepts and services designed to optimise performance in the rapidly growing eCommerce sector. Over 150 visitors, including brand owners and etailers, came to the event which also included interactive exhibitions and demonstrations of how packaging can differentiate a product offering. A range of tools tailor-made for the eCommerce sector were unveiled at the event including one which is used to define the exact type of packaging required to prevent product damage during the supply chain and another that kick-starts the processes to ensure fit-for-purpose automation solutions. Click Read More below for additional information.