Innovia Films has launched a new white cavitated ultra-low-density film, VL40, designed specifically for ice cream flow wrap packaging. This film is produced at Innovia’s facility in Płock, Poland. The VL40 film is engineered to perform well on high-speed flow wrap machines, which are commonly used by ice cream manufacturers across Europe. It …
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SS Royal Kit Emirates Investment and Global Biopolymers Industries have partnered to establish Emirates Biotech, a new company focused on the production and distribution of PLA bioplastics. The firm aims to introduce sustainable alternatives to fossil fuel-based plastics across the Middle East, Africa, and India. The partnership agreement was signed by Shaikh Suhail …
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Koenig & Bauer MetalPrint is introducing new energy management features aimed at boosting sustainability in the metal packaging sector. Starting with all new printing systems at its Stuttgart facility, the company will include hardware for recording energy data and the VisuEnergy X energy management system, designed specifically for print and packaging production. The …
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Canon, a global leader in digital imaging solutions, reported its most successful participation at drupa 2024, securing significant deals and attracting substantial customer interest. At its stand in Hall 8A, Canon showcased its latest production print technologies, resulting in orders worth €7.3 million and hosting over 70 key customers from the Middle East. …
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Borouge, in partnership with ADNOC and Borealis, has signed a Project Collaboration Agreement (PCA) with China’s Wanhua Chemical and its subsidiary Wanrong New Materials (Fujian) to explore the feasibility of establishing a speciality polyolefins complex in Fuzhou, Fujian Province. This proposed complex aims to produce 1.6 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) of speciality polyolefins, …
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Greiner Packaging and Constantia Flexibles have collaborated to launch a fully home compostable coffee capsule solution. Greiner Packaging produces the capsule body, while Constantia Flexibles provides the lid, EcoPressoLid. This development offers a sustainable option for coffee suppliers prioritizing convenience and environmental responsibility. The capsule body, created by Greiner Packaging, maintains coffee freshness …
Gaia Biomaterials, a Swedish bioplastics company, has announced the development of a new compostable drinking straw material designed to address longstanding consumer concerns. The innovative material, derived from the company’s limestone-based Biodolomer, promises stability, rigidity, and heat resistance, making it suitable for a wide range of beverages, including hot drinks like Irish Coffee and …
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Capri-Sun has unveiled its latest innovation in sustainable packaging with the introduction of recyclable 330-milliliter pouches featuring an integrated lid. This development aligns with the latest EU directive on packaging sustainability. The new pouches are crafted from recyclable mono-material polypropylene, enhancing their recyclability and enabling easier disposal in dedicated recycling systems. The innovative …
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Novatex Limited, a Pakistan-based company, has installed its third metallizer from BOBST, the EXPERT K5 3300mm, in its factory earlier this year. This purchase continues the partnership between Novatex and BOBST, which began in 2011 with the acquisition of their first machine. The new EXPERT K5 joins another of its kind, purchased in …
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Krones Recycling GmbH, under the management of Dr. Michael Gotsche, began operations on 1 July 2024 with headquarters in Flensburg. The new company assumes all activities related to plastics recycling while continuing to leverage Krones’ global production, sales, and service network. This spin-off underscores the growing importance of the recycling sector and Krones …
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