In this issue we look at an antimicrobial, biodegradable food wrap made from apples, a novel scaling system to measure off-odours, and polyesteracetal as a biodegradable alternative to PLA. We also report on Europe’s first fully integrated mixed plastics recycling facility in Redcar, UK.

Features focus on the latest developments in holographic materials, find how an ultra-modern and technically clever vodka bottle was developed, and look inside Tetra Pak’s new aseptic milk carton bottle. Plus a preview of this year's Starpack awards.