Sustainability
Packaging Speaks Green is a platform devoted to green innovation for brand owners and retailers. It comprises an international publication and forum devoted to the development of a culture of sustainability and circular economy within the packaging industry.
Aimed at B2B operators, it explores global trends in sustainable packaging materials and covers technology, institutions, trends, data and national and international research.
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Packaging Speaks Green is an international forum devoted to the development of a culture of sustainability and circular economy in the packaging industry.
First organised in 2020, this well-established event features panel discussions, debates and case history presentations given by representatives of leading sector companies and the institutions with the aim of providing new tools and methods for sustainable packaging design.
- Packaging Speaks Green 2020 – 450 participants from 20 countries, 35 international speakers and 40 accredited journalists
- Packaging Speaks Green Pocket 2021 – Organised during MEAT-TECH 2021
- Packaging Speaks Green 2022 – Organised during IPACK-IMA and Greenplast
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Latest news
PSG also features a wealth of sustainability-related packaging industry news in the fields of technology, institutions, trends, data and national and international research.
- Plastics Recycling Show Europe Welcomes Over 13,000 Attendees
The latest edition of Plastics Recycling Show Europe (PRSE) marked a significant milestone in the transition towards a more sustainable plastics value chain. Held in Amsterdam, the event attracted over 13,000 visitors for the first time in its nine-year history—bringing together industry leaders, […]
- APR and RecyClass celebrate their second collaboration anniversary
The Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) and RecyClass published the second progress report of their collaboration, which aims to accelerate the global harmonisation of plastics recyclability.
- Biodegradable Bioplastics for Cosmetics, Food and Agriculture
Promoting environmentally sustainable plastic solutions is the goal of the COM4PHA project, which aims to develop new biodegradable bioplastics based on polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA) for applications in the cosmetics, food and agricultural sectors.
- Post consumer recycled mono PP food packaging
SUPCYCLE BOPP by Süper Film: the food contact recycled flexible packaging is a finalists at WPO Worldstar Awards (which, we remind you, will be celebrated on May 30th during Ipack-Ima). The world population, which was 2 billion in the early 1950s, has now exceeded 8 billion and the climate crisis […]
- The 100% Recycled Tin Capsule for Wine
Crealis continues to lead the way in sustainable innovation within the packaging sector with the launch of “Virtuo”, an innovative capsule for premium wine and spirits bottles, made entirely from recycled tin.
- Reifenhäuser at Chinaplas 2025
At Chinaplas 2025, the Reifenhäuser Group unveils its latest innovations for the efficient and sustainable production of plastic films. From 15 to 18 April, at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center (Stand 10G21), the German extrusion specialist presents cutting-edge solutions that […]
- ILIP Takes Centre Stage in the Berry Area at Macfrut 2025
On the occasion of the 42nd edition of Macfrut, scheduled to take place from 6th to 8th May 2025 at the Rimini Expo Centre, ILIP confirms its participation as an exhibitor and strengthens its position in the fruit and vegetable sector by playing a leading role in the new Berry Area, where it will […]
- Proposal to Define "Reusable" Products in the Plastics Sector
The Italian Ministry for the Environment has submitted a proposal to the European Commission outlining technical rules that define when plastic plates, cutlery, straws, and other items can be considered "reusable" rather than "single-use". This measure represents an important step in clarifying […]
- Ultramid Ccycled by BASF enters the HoReCa sector
Basf Gastronomy has been using high-quality products from Werz Wurst-Fleisch-Convenience for many years in the company canteens located in Ludwigshafen, Limburgerhof, and Lampertheim, as well as in all event venues. As part of a cross-value chain collaboration with Südpack, a supplier of […]
- Aliplast Acquires Post-Consumer PET Recycling Plant from Gurit Italia
Aliplast, a subsidiary of Herambiente and part of the Hera Group, and one of Europe’s leading companies in plastic regeneration, has acquired the PET recycling operations of Gurit Italia located in Carmignano di Brenta (Padua, Italy).
- Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2025 Winners Announced at PRS Europe
The winners of the eighth annual Plastics Recycling Awards Europe were announced on the second day of the Plastics Recycling Show Europe, which took place in Amsterdam on 1 and 2 April. The 2025 winners exemplify the best advances in the use of recycled plastics in products, as well as the latest […]
- Sonoco Completes the Sale of its Thermoformed and Flexible Packaging Business to Toppan Holdings
Sonoco, a global leader in sustainable packaging, today announced the completion of the sale of its Thermoformed and Flexible Packaging business ("TFP") to Toppan for an approximate purchase price of $1.8 billion, on a cash-free and debt-free basis and subject to customary adjustments.