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NIT Rourkela researchers unveil eco-friendly seafood packaging in India

1 week ago | packaging-gateway.com | Umesh Ellichipuram

A team of researchers from the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Rourkela in Odisha, India, has introduced a seafood wrap made from biodegradable materials. This packaging is claimed to have been designed to track the freshness of seafood by detecting changes in potential of hydrogen (pH) levels. The solution aims to offer a functional tool to improve food hygiene, reduce spoilage, and minimise food wastage.
Texas Heritage Imaging & Printing acquires Metro Signs in US

1 week ago | packaging-gateway.com | Umesh Ellichipuram

Texas Heritage Imaging & Printing has completed the acquisition of Ann Barnet, doing business as Metro Signs. The financial details of the deal have not been divulged by the companies. Texas Heritage Imaging & Printing is a family-run business which operates from Arlington, US. It provides a broad range of printing and packaging services to its clients across the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. The company’s offerings include labels, flexible packaging solutions, and commercial printing.
Buscar acquires 50% ownership in bioplastic technologies company Terramer

1 week ago | packaging-gateway.com | Umesh Ellichipuram

Buscar Company has acquired a 50% ownership interest in Terramer, a developer of hemp-derived bioplastics, via a structured share swap. Shares were issued to Terramer’s existing stakeholders as part of the agreement, which enables both companies to align their strategic interests without cash expenditure. The share-based acquisition structure fosters long-term collaboration. It also positions both companies to focus on mutual expansion objectives.
USITC rules Chinese imports of aluminium containers harmful to US industry

1 week ago | packaging-gateway.com | Umesh Ellichipuram

The US International Trade Commission (USITC) has delivered its final unanimous verdict that imports of disposable aluminium containers from China have caused material harm to American manufacturers. The products in question include pans, trays, lids, and other disposable items. This decision comes in response to petitions submitted by the country’s Aluminium Foil Container Manufacturers Association (AFCMA) and some of its member companies.
UPM Raflatac to embed environmental footprint data in labelling quotes

1 week ago | packaging-gateway.com | Umesh Ellichipuram

Finnish label material company UPM Raflatac has introduced a new feature that integrates product footprint data into its customer quotes, setting a new standard in the labelling industry. These data sets, referred to as product passport prototypes (PPPs), offer transparency on material impacts. By incorporating environmental footprint data into its customer quotations, UPM Raflatac allows label converters to make informed choices and address scope 3 emissions early in the supply chain.
Morris Packaging to build $60.9m flexible packaging facility in Kentucky, US

1 week ago | packaging-gateway.com | VMS Engage |Umesh Ellichipuram

American company Morris Packaging is set to invest $60.9m in a new production facility in Lebanon, Kentucky, US. The new facility, which will span more than 100,000ft², is expected to boost Morris Packaging’s capabilities in printing and bag conversion. It will also offer a backup solution for clients throughout the US. The company said the plant will adhere to food quality standards, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
US states ban polystyrene foam packaging

1 week ago | packaging-gateway.com | Mohamed Dabo

As of April 2025, several states and cities across the United States have implemented or are moving toward banning the use of polystyrene foam (commonly known as Styrofoam) in foodware, packaging, and coolers. This significant shift, aimed at reducing plastic pollution, reflects growing concerns about the environmental and health impact of expanded polystyrene (EPS), a material that is non-biodegradable and can contribute to microplastic contamination.
Packaging experts to gather in Brussels for 2025 conference

1 week ago | packaging-gateway.com | Mohamed Dabo

Professionals from across the European packaging sector are set to gather in Brussels this spring for a two-day event focused on the latest developments shaping the industry. Organised by FTA Europe and Intergraf in cooperation with market research firm Smithers, Shaping the Future with Packaging 2025 will take place from the afternoon of Thursday 10 April to midday on Friday 11 April.
DS Smith unveils recyclable and reusable cooler in US

1 week ago | packaging-gateway.com | Umesh Ellichipuram

DS Smith, a fibre-based packaging solutions provider, has introduced its fully recyclable and reusable cooler. The company said that its new product, named the ‘GoChill Cooler’, offers a sustainable replacement for traditional plastic and Styrofoam coolers. Claimed to have been made using wax-free corrugated board, the GoChill Cooler helps consumers preserve their food and drinks while reducing waste.
Cleanaway and Viva Energy move forward with plastics recycling project in Australia

1 week ago | packaging-gateway.com | Umesh Ellichipuram

Cleanaway and Viva Energy have concluded an initial assessment for their planned soft plastics recycling initiative. This marks a significant step towards establishing the first major advanced recycling facility of its type in Australia, according to the companies. The two companies have entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to begin a detailed feasibility review. This next phase is aimed at evaluating the technical and financial aspects of the proposed development.