Dow introduces a new optical finishing for PE-based packaging to support brand owners and converters in addressing recyclability targets.

The Dow Chemical Company (Dow) is currently accepting entries for its 2018 Awards for Packaging Innovation, an independently judged competition. Entries will be accepted until April 12.

We recently caught up with Giancarlo Caimmi, commercial director, Nordmeccanica, for an update on its innovation with Dow, solventless lamination and lean manufacturing.

Is there a need for end-of-life strategy for flexible packaging? Absolutely! “We must increase the recovery and value capture for flexible packaging,” according to Jeff Wooster, Global Sustainability Director, The Dow Chemical Company.

The Dow Chemical Company has signed on as a funding sponsor of The Recycling Partnership. Company officials say the collaboration is an important step in Dow’s journey to reach its 2025 Sustainability Goals, which include turning materials formerly considered waste into new products.

To further accelerate the development of packaging innovation, the Dow Chemical Company announces a global innovation and business development agreement with Nordmeccanica SpA, a leader in coating, laminating and metallizing machinery.

The Dow Chemical Company has named Karen S. Carter as its new North America commercial vice president for Dow’s Packaging & Specialty Plastics (P&SP) business. 

The Dow Chemical Company’s Packaging and Specialty Plastics business has announced the launch of INNATE Precision Packaging Resins.

The Dow Chemical Company’s Packaging and Specialty Plastics business has announced that two of its packaging technologies – PacXpert and the Polyethylene Standup Pouch – have received 2015 R&D 100 Awards.