VerdeSeal, a recyclable material technology developed by Sealstrip, is responsive to market demands, verified to comply with the increasingly prevalent How2Recycle program, and won't sacrifice operational efficiency or package integrity.

Beginning in April the company will use biodegradable paper.

Flexible Packaging spoke with Marcos Vieira, North America sales/global R&D director at Terphane, to share his thoughts on sustainability, consumer convenience, film innovations and what effects the past year have had on the industry.

The growth is primarily driven by a focus on sustainable packaging, according to a report released by Future Market Insights.

The reworkable and repulpable barrier coating resins are applicable for food and beverage, pet food, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals packaging industries.

ECOGRIP is a sustainable alternative to shrink wrap for multi-packing bottles made from customizable corrugated board.

Fishbone is a can carrier system that replaces plastic ring handles and uses less material than full overwrap paperboard cartons.

The compostable pack, part of the Park2Nature range, was designed to provide functional and sustainable packaging.

The biggest steps were seen in the field of sustainability.

GoGo squeeZ, a leading brand in healthy portable fruit pouches for kids, announced that it will unveil 100 percent recyclable packaging in the market by 2022. GoGo squeeZ will be among the earliest brands to address the implications of its pouch packaging and offer sustainable options to customers.