Innovations in Sustainable Packaging: How the Pulp and Paper Industry is Driving Change
ResourceWise: May 6, 2025 10:17:30 AM
In the ever-evolving landscape of the pulp and paper industry, sustainability has emerged as a pivotal focus, driving innovation and opportunity. As companies increasingly seek eco-friendly packaging solutions, the demand for paper-based alternatives continues to rise.
Below are some of the several latest advancements and initiatives that underscore the industry's commitment to sustainable practices. From recyclable wrappers to biodegradable boxes, the shift towards paper packaging not only addresses environmental concerns but also opens new avenues for growth and collaboration.
KIND Snacks Pilot Project Offers Dark Chocolate Nuts & Sea Salt Single Bars in Recyclable Paper Wrapper
Printpack, a producer of flexible and specialty rigid packaging, has introduced a curbside recyclable paper wrapper for KIND Snacks' pilot initiative in the United States. Utilizing pulpable paper, KIND's pilot will employ a curbside recyclable, How2Recycle pre-qualified paper for its Dark Chocolate Nuts & Sea Salt single bars. This KIND paper wrapper will be exclusively available at select Whole Foods Market locations in Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, Texas, Southern California, and certain stores in Louisiana, Arizona, and Nevada starting in May 2025. Read more: www.mars.com
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Blackhawk Network Partners with Monadnock Paper Mills to Launch Fiber-Based Gift Card
Blackhawk Network (BHN), a leader in branded payment solutions, has collaborated with Monadnock Paper Mills to launch Renovo, an innovative, eco-friendly, fiber-based gift card. Crafted from FSC-certified materials and produced with carbon neutrality, verified through the GHG Clean Projects Protocol, this card is water and moisture-resistant. Its versatile 30 pt. paper substrate makes it an excellent alternative to conventional plastic gift cards, maintaining both quality and performance, as stated in a release. Read more: www.businesswire.com
Duni Group to Supply Sustainable Food and Beverage Packaging Solutions during Sweden's Music Festivals
Duni Group has formed a partnership with Live Nation Sweden, Sweden Rock Festival, and Luger, securing its position as the exclusive provider of sustainable food and beverage packaging solutions for several of Sweden's largest music festivals. This agreement allows Duni Group to supply reusable products while also ensuring the availability of compostable and recyclable options, offering the necessary flexibility for the seamless and efficient management of major music events such as Sweden Rock Festival, Way Out West, and Stockholm Fields during the summer of 2025. Read more: www.news.cision.com
Orlandi Brings out Eco-Friendly Paper Label EcoPro for Fragrance Sampling
Orlandi, a contract packaging provider, has introduced its environmentally friendly paper label, EcoPro, designed specifically for fragrance sampling. This innovative EcoPro label is ideal for perfume and scent sampling, aiming to improve sustainability and facilitate recycling within the perfume industry. Orlandi asserts that the paper label enables fragrance brands to present their products in an ecologically conscious and effective manner. Read more: www.packaging-gateway.com
Mondi Works with Evonik to Develop Recyclable Paper Bag for Chemical Powders
In collaboration with the chemical company Evonik, Mondi has introduced a recyclable paper bag specifically designed for chemical powders. This lightweight bag aims to minimize the carbon footprint associated with packaging fumed silica, a performance additive utilized in numerous industrial and consumer applications. Constructed from Mondi's high porosity kraft paper, the bag features a minimal spot coating, allowing Evonik to effectively seal it post-filling. The bag's recyclability is validated by the CEPI v.3 test method and 4evergreen’s fiber-based packaging recyclability evaluation protocol. Read more: www.pulppapernews.com
Lieferando Offers Biodegradable Boxes to Select Restaurants for Food Delivery
Lieferando is supplying its partner restaurants with corrugated paper delivery boxes produced by Huhtamaki. These boxes feature Xampla’s Morro coating, derived from plant protein. They are claimed to be free of plastics and per- and polyfluorinated substances (PFAS), ensuring they are contact-safe. The boxes provide effective barriers against grease, water, and oxygen, and are both home-compostable and fully biodegradable at the end of their lifecycle.
As part of the market introduction, Lieferando is distributing 500 complimentary delivery boxes to selected restaurant partners in Hamburg, Essen, Munich, and Wiesloch, aiming to promote this new plastic-free solution and encourage broader adoption. These boxes are designed to transport a variety of food types, including those with high fat content, thanks to their thermal insulation and robust stability. Read more: www.packagingeurope.com
Zipform Packaging Develops Paper Bottle with over 95% Fiber Content
Zipform Packaging has introduced a paper bottle composed of over 95% wood-based fiber, eliminating the need for a plastic liner and featuring more than 50% post-consumer recycled content. "Our technique applies a barrier layer without requiring a plastic liner. We utilize a technology akin to a print process to apply a very thin barrier coating," explained David Kilpatrick, the company's R&D, Quality & Innovation Director. This approach ensures the bottle maintains its liquid-holding properties while preserving its high fiber content. With barrier performance trials currently in progress, Zipform intends to collaborate with brand owners for market testing in the near future. The company also plans to commercially release the bottle in 2026. Read more: www.foodanddrinksbusiness.com.au
Metpack and BASF Cooperate to Demonstrate Certified Home-Compostable, Coated Paper for Food Packaging
Metpack and BASF have introduced a significant advancement in sustainable packaging with the debut of Ezycompost—a coated paper solution certified for home composting. Utilizing BASF’s biopolymer ecovio® 70 PS14H6, this innovation provides outstanding barrier protection against liquids, fats, and heat, making it suitable for a variety of food-contact applications, including hot/cold cups, freezer trays, and microwave-safe containers. Unlike conventional PLA coatings, this new material offers quicker processing, enhanced performance, and does not leave behind persistent microplastics, thereby supporting organic recycling and circular economy objectives.
Certified under rigorous standards such as EN 13432 and AS 5810, and featuring a bio-based content of up to 80%, the solution not only diminishes the product's carbon footprint but also facilitates seamless integration into existing manufacturing processes. This partnership highlights both companies' dedication to delivering high-performance, sustainable food packaging solutions. Read more: www.basf.com
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