One focus for packaging suppliers in 2021 and beyond will be to develop and promote the idea of a circular economy – inspiring businesses on an international scale to embrace the global solution to eliminating waste. In a circular economy, manufacturers design products to be reusable. It is a model of production and consumption, which involves sharing, leasing, reusing, repairing, refurbishing, and recycling existing materials and products for as long as possible. In this way, the life cycle of a product is extended, creating a more sustainable world.

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On a sustainability note, congratulations to Storopack, which has launched a new air pillow film that is produced from 100 percent recycled material. Storopack is a pioneer in the production of a 100 percent recycled film with a mixture of post-consumer and post-industrial waste. AIRplus 100% Recycled offers the same outstanding and resistant protective properties as conventional air pillows.

Well done to Southgate, whose kraft paper padded mailing bags, made from mixed recycled and virgin paper, are its most sustainable mailer yet. Fully compostable, the kraft paper waffle padding provides extra strength for cushioning and protecting products. The honeycomb structure of the padding not only cushions but also gives a protective spring back, ensuring maximum protection whilst eliminating the need for plastic packaging.

Wessex Packaging is introducing the PowerWrap, a nano stretch film pallet wrap to help lower plastic consumption. This new generation of pallet wrap is far stronger than conventional pallet films and Wessex Packaging is proving that it can reduce the amount of plastic used per pallet by 50%. PowerWrap is delivering pallet wrapping benefits for load stability; clarity of product presentation; and lowering the Packaging Waste Recovery Note (PRN) obligation.

Tosca, a global leader in reusable packaging solutions, has clients covered, from the first mile to the last, giving them better control over key aspects of their operation. It is the only pooler who can service the entire supply chain. With just one team to work with for sales, service, and managing the transportation network, firms can simplify the way they run their business.

Schoeller Allibert, the European market leader in the production of recyclable, reusable and returnable transit packaging (RTP) solutions, will be showcasing its latest innovations at IntraLogisteX 2021 in July. The company designs and develops pioneering bulk, handheld, stackable and nestable returnable packaging solutions for a vast range of industries, including retail, e-commerce, pharmaceuticals, food processing and ingredients, chemicals and automotive.

To drive forward the sustainability movement, companies can review their paper vs plastic usage, ensure a healthy mix is used in the most environmentally and responsible way, gain awareness of what packaging is recyclable, and be prepared for the upcoming Plastic Packaging Tax.

George Simpson

Features Editor

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