Elopak has invested in Swedish technology company Blue Ocean Closures (BOC) to enhance its research and development efforts in fiber-based closures for packaging. The move aligns with Elopak’s sustainability-focused strategy and aims to reduce plastic use in carton packaging. The investment gives Elopak exclusive rights to market, sell, and distribute BOC’s molded fiber caps for …
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Amcor has launched a new paper-based refill pack for instant coffee and dry beverages as part of its AmFiber™ Performance Paper range. The stand-up pouch, initially introduced in the Middle East, Africa region and Europe, is designed to be recyclable while maintaining product integrity. The pouch contains 85% fiber content and is certified for recyclability …
The Gallus Group, a subsidiary of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG), has announced the global commercial availability of its new matting process, Gallus MatteJet, for the Gallus One digital label press. The technology allows printers to produce digital labels with a matte finish inline, eliminating the need for additional finishing steps. Initially introduced as …
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Printech Middle East LLC has formed a partnership with Shubham Extrusions to introduce advanced blown film extrusion technology to the Middle East. The collaboration will offer solutions such as 3-layer and 5-layer extrusion lines, as well as Automatic IBC systems, aimed at addressing the region’s industrial needs. “This partnership reflects a shared …
Konica Minolta Business Solutions Asia has retained its position as the top seller of Colour Light and Mid Digital Production Printers in the ASEAN region for the third consecutive year, according to the Q4 2024 International Data Corporation (IDC) Quarterly Hardcopy Peripherals Tracker. The report shows that Konica Minolta had the highest market share …
Sidel’s Octeville site has been awarded a Gold Medal by EcoVadis, placing the company in the top five percent of businesses assessed for sustainability in 2024. The recognition follows a comprehensive review of Sidel’s supply chain strategy at both local and corporate levels. The EcoVadis assessment evaluates companies across four key categories: …
Berry Global has collaborated with cleaning product manufacturer Vamoosh to develop a packaging solution for its Plug Hole Unblocker, addressing the challenges posed by the product’s chemical composition. Through research and testing, Berry determined that conventional PET and HDPE materials lacked the required durability for the specialist chemicals used in the unblocker. To …
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Gulf Packaging Industries Co. (GulfPack), a manufacturer of BOPP, CPP, and metallized films, has signed contracts for a major expansion to increase its production capacity. The company will add two new 10.4-meter-wide BOPP production lines at a new facility, boosting its BOPP film output from 183,000 tons per annum (TPA) to approximately 318,000 …
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Packaging manufacturer Jokey is introducing a new line of PET packaging produced using the Injection Stretch Blow Molding (ISBM) process, incorporating a significant proportion of recycled rPET plastic sourced from post-consumer waste. This move aligns with the company’s commitment to sustainability and circular economy principles. The new product line, based at Jokey’s Kędzierzyn-Koźle …
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Ranpak Holdings Corp. is set to make its debut at SiTL 2025, one of Europe’s key events for the transportation and logistics industry, taking place in France. The company will present its innovative sustainable packaging solutions, aimed at addressing the growing global demand for more eco-friendly and efficient packaging in supply chains. Founded in …
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