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A new initiative – The PaperFlex Consortium – has launched today, comprising six global consumer goods companies, aiming to accelerate the development of responsibly designed paper-based alternatives to flexible plastic packaging.

From today (12 August 2026), new measures under the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation apply across the European Union, aiming to promote a circular economy and strengthen the Single Market for packaging.

Aldi and Arla Foods UK have launched an eight-week trial using ultraviolet tags to track milk bottles through the recycling system.

The UK Deposit Management Organisation (UK DMO) has unveiled Exchange for Change as its new trading name, marking a key step in preparations for the launch of the UK’s Deposit Return Scheme.

Alpla Group has announced the establishment of a new recycling company focused on developing a food-grade high-density polyethylene recycling process.

Glass Recycling Coalition and the Glass Recycling Foundation have officially merged under the GRF banner to create a new streamlined organisation.

Bacardi has initiated a new glass recycling programme in partnership with Reciclaje del Norte and the Municipality of Cataño, aimed at reducing waste at its Bacardí rum distillery in Puerto Rico.

Mondelēz International has partnered with Tesco to trial a new initiative aimed at reducing plastic packaging for its iconic Cadbury Crunchie multipacks.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has released a draft proposal to authorise the creation of a voluntary, industry-led programme to collect and recycle soft plastic packaging from consumers.