Packaging Conference showcases cutting-edge technology

In a New Technologies Snapshot from The Packaging Conference 2024, various packaging innovations were discussed, including Avantium’s 100% plant-based PEF technology, Velox DTS direct-to-shape digital printing technology for aluminum cans, Cyclyx’s 10to90 vision for single-use packaging, and Avient’s ColorMatrix Capture Oxygen Scavenger technology for PET bottles. These technologies focus on sustainability and aim to reduce the carbon footprint of packaging materials, improve recycling capabilities, and enhance product quality. The innovations discussed at the conference highlight the industry’s efforts to address environmental concerns and adapt to changing regulations, such as extended producer responsibility legislation. Implementing these new technologies can help the packaging industry achieve its sustainability goals and contribute to a more circular economy.