Food & Beverage

BOTTLE4FLEX Project Advances Recyclable Skinpack Solutions for the Food Industry

AIMPLAS, in collaboration with Covinil and Eroski, is spearheading the BOTTLE4FLEX Project, an innovative initiative aimed at creating 100% recyclable flexible skinpack containers made from...

UPM and Eastman Launch Compostable Paper-Based Food Packaging Solution with Recyclable...

UPM Specialty Papers and Eastman have introduced a sustainable paper-based packaging solution, aimed at the food industry, which combines UPM’s recyclable barrier base papers with...

Brillopak and OMRON Collaborate to Transform Food Manufacturing Automation with UniPAKer...

The evolving demands of food manufacturing, coupled with workforce shortages, are driving companies to seek efficient automation solutions. In response, Brillopak has partnered with OMRON...

Equipment

Türkiye’s First Flexible Packaging Recycling Facility Achieves Milestone with Tomra Technology

Bakcycle Recycling, a pioneer in Türkiye’s packaging sector, has partnered with Tomra Recycling Sorting to revolutionize the processing of low-density polyethylene (LDPE) waste. Using cutting-edge...

FOBA Introduces Laser Marking as a Sustainable Alternative for Packaging Labels

In an effort to address sustainability challenges in packaging and manufacturing, FOBA has unveiled its V-Series laser marking systems, providing an eco-friendly replacement for traditional...

Packaging Machinery Sector Expects Measured Growth

The packaging machinery industry is navigating a nuanced economic landscape in 2024, with recent data from PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, revealing...

Materials

APC Introduces Curbside-Recyclable Packaging Solution

American Packaging Corporation (APC), a leading provider of flexible packaging solutions, has expanded its RE™ Sustainable Packaging portfolio with a new range of high-performance, paper-based...

Origami-Inspired Packaging Technology Offers Sustainable Solutions

A groundbreaking origami-inspired packaging technology developed by Finland's VTT Technical Research Centre, in collaboration with Aalto University and Finnish industrial partners, promises a sustainable alternative...

Business

Clifton Packaging Acquired by Italian Packaging Specialist Carton Pack

Italian food packaging specialist Carton Pack has acquired UK-based flexible packaging firm Clifton Packaging Group, marking a significant expansion of Carton Pack’s footprint in the...

Amcor to Acquire Berry Global in USD8.4bn Deal, Forming Packaging Industry...

Switzerland-based Amcor Plc has announced plans to acquire U.S.-based Berry Global in an all-stock transaction valued at USD8.43bn. This strategic move will establish one of...

Chelmer Foods Enhances Supply Chain Efficiency with Tosca’s Pooled Reusable Plastic...

Chelmer Foods, a key supplier of dried fruits, nuts, seeds, and pulses, has transformed its pallet management operations through a partnership with Tosca, a leader...

Printing & Labeling

FOBA Introduces Laser Marking as a Sustainable Alternative for Packaging Labels

In an effort to address sustainability challenges in packaging and manufacturing, FOBA has unveiled its V-Series laser marking systems, providing an eco-friendly replacement for traditional...

Swiss Dairy Puracenter Innovates Packaging with LEIBINGER’s Coding Solutions

The rise of direct-to-consumer sales in agriculture, especially in the dairy sector, reflects a broader consumer trend towards sustainability, regional sourcing, and transparency. Swiss dairy...

Sinclair and Zespri Launch Compostable Fruit Stickers

Sinclair, a global leader in fruit labeling technology, has partnered with Zespri, the world’s largest kiwifruit marketer, to launch a groundbreaking compostable fruit sticker. This...

Editor's Choice

Türkiye’s First Flexible Packaging Recycling Facility Achieves Milestone with Tomra Technology

Bakcycle Recycling, a pioneer in Türkiye’s packaging sector, has partnered with Tomra Recycling Sorting to revolutionize the processing of low-density polyethylene (LDPE) waste. Using cutting-edge...

USDA Funds USD25m Initiative for Sustainable Packaging

Efforts to create more sustainable packaging are gaining momentum across the U.S., Canada, and Europe, spurred by tightening regulations and significant public investment. A new...

Events

Record-Breaking PACK EXPO 2024 Opens, Showcasing Innovation and Sustainability

PACK EXPO International 2024, hailed as the largest packaging and processing event worldwide this year, has officially opened at Chicago’s McCormick Place, showcasing groundbreaking developments...

Trends

USDA Funds USD25m Initiative for Sustainable Packaging

Efforts to create more sustainable packaging are gaining momentum across the U.S., Canada, and Europe, spurred by tightening regulations and significant public investment. A new...

Non Food

Nexgen Packaging and Seaman Paper Join Forces to Expand Plastic-Free Packaging...

Nexgen Packaging and Seaman Paper have announced a strategic partnership aimed at transforming sustainable packaging solutions. By combining Nexgen’s global order management platform with Seaman...