Stora Enso’s Tiukka Mill is a hub of corrugated box manufacturing

A sneak peek into the future of packaging innovations; Grocery brands join with rePurpose to tackle plastic pollution; and Rethink Plastic launches petition to ban EU plastic waste exports

View in browser View in browser  |  Forward to a friend  | Signup In Brief November 08, 2023 | Up-to-date international news and features on the packaging industry Spotlight Stora Enso's Tiukka Mill is a hub of corrugated box manufacturing The Tiukka Mill, originally established to preserve local jobs, now flourishes as a centre for corrugated box production in the village of Tiukka, Finland. Got a minute? We've got 4 quick questions for you! How likely are you to recommend this newsletter to a friend or colleague? 0 - Not likely 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 10 - Very likely Latest news A sneak peek into the future of packaging innovations Beyond its traditional role of safeguarding products, packaging is now a canvas for creativity and innovation. Grocery brands join with rePurpose to tackle plastic pollution The brands have already helped rePurpose to recover more than 2.5 million pounds of plastic waste. Rethink Plastic launches petition to ban EU plastic waste exports Data provided by Rethink Plastic showed that the EU exported more than one million tonnes of plastic waste last year. Kraken Automation advances manufacturing technology With a focus on enhancing efficiency and reliability, the company's innovative solutions are gaining recognition from industry leaders. Formable cellulose-based packaging could replace single-use plastic Enabled by foam forming technology, formable cellulose-based webs with 30% extensibility have been used to make rigid packaging. Trial to recycle single-use paper cups launched in Scottish Highlands The pilot aims to assess the feasibility of recycling these cups in both remote and rural areas within the region. Mother of Pearl Vodka launches grape vodka in Frugal Bottles The move marks the first Australian brand to utilise Frugal Bottles in its inventory. Read more news In-depth read Analyzing the dynamics of the metaverse in the packaging sector Many of the vital metaverse technologies are already being used or piloted by packaging companies, who have brought together AI, AR, VR, cloud, the IoT, and other technologies to monitor and maintain key assets remotely. The sector could also use immersive metaverse solutions to optimize packaging design and quality control—testing prototypes in a virtual world before bringing them to market. Another disruptive benefit of the metaverse will be using underlying blockchain and digital twin technologies to assist in creating more transparent and traceable supply chains. Free digital magazine: latest issue Issue 70 | October 2023 In this issue: Cutting-edge machinery redefines packaging - Shrink sleeves reshape European packaging - Latest tech for packaging integrity - Form, Fill, Seal: brand, safety, sustainability - Clear PET's rise vs. coloured plastic's fall. Click here to view the magazine. GlobalData network Verdict Foodservice   |   Just Drinks   |   Just Food  |   Just Style Thank you for reading. Please send any news or comments to: consumer.editorial@verdict.co.uk Contact us LinkedIn | Twitter Editorial consumer.editorial@verdict.co.uk Advertise with us Click here About Packaging Gateway packaging-gateway.com is one of a network of 30+ proprietary B2B websites, with an unrivalled global audience of active decision makers, influencers, and opinion leaders across the world with a combined readership of 55 million industry professionals each year.   Was this email forwarded to you? Sign up here GlobalData, John Carpenter House | Registered in England No. 03925319, John Carpenter Street, London, EC4Y 0AN, United Kingdom Unsubscribe Manage Preferences London