Koenig & Bauer recognized for digital printing innovations at Digital Packaging Summit

  Koenig & Bauer received the Best Folding Carton Case Study award at the 10th annual Digital Packaging Summit in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, in November 2024. The company presented a case study on digital printing and automation, highlighting the installation of the VariJET 106 from Koenig & Bauer Durst in Europe.   The presentation, …

Marbach retains EcoVadis Silver Medal, ranks among Top Global Sustainability leaders

  Marbach has secured the EcoVadis Silver Medal for the second consecutive year, ranking among the top 15% of companies worldwide evaluated for sustainability. This recognition underscores Marbach’s dedication to environmental responsibility and sustainable business practices.   EcoVadis, a leading provider of corporate sustainability ratings, has tightened its evaluation criteria compared to previous years, making …

Mondi secures 10 WorldStar awards for 2025 packaging innovations

  Mondi, a global player in sustainable packaging and paper, has earned recognition at the 2025 WorldStar Packaging Awards, with 10 of its innovative products receiving accolades. The awards, hosted annually by the World Packaging Organisation, honor excellence in packaging design and technology worldwide.   “Mondi receiving more WorldStar awards than ever before highlights the …

Trivium Packaging shines with three wins at Can of the Year awards

  For the fifth consecutive year, Trivium Packaging has been recognized at The Canmaker’s Can of the Year Awards for its advancements in sustainable and functional metal packaging. The awards, one of the longest-standing in the metal packaging industry, celebrate innovation in aluminum and steel packaging.   Trivium won three accolades this year: a Gold …

Hotpack Global earns EcoVadis ‘Committed’ badge

  Hotpack Global, a UAE-based packaging solutions provider, has been awarded the EcoVadis “Committed” badge in recognition of its efforts to integrate sustainability into its operations. The certification highlights the company’s adherence to environmental responsibility, ethical business practices, respect for labor and human rights, and sustainable procurement.   Hotpack’s sustainability initiatives are guided by its …

Mondi launches IntegoBag: A sustainable packaging solution for the construction industry

  Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, has introduced IntegoBag, a new solution designed for the construction industry. The paper bag aims to replace traditional paper bags by using a free film barrier layer, which simplifies recycling and helps preserve the shelf life of building materials.   IntegoBag incorporates Mondi’s FunctionalBarrier Paper, …

Tetra Pak honored as ‘Sustainable Company of the Decade’ at Gulfood Manufacturing 2024

  Tetra Pak has been named the “Sustainable Company of the Decade” at the Industry Excellence 2024 Awards held during Gulfood Manufacturing 2024. The accolade acknowledges the company’s long-standing commitment to sustainability and innovation within the food processing and packaging sector.   The recognition comes as Tetra Pak continues to drive environmental initiatives, including developing …

UAE-based packaging entrepreneur awarded prestigious Nigerian Chieftaincy title for Industry Contributions

  Kanday Venkateswarlu, a UAE-based entrepreneur and packaging technologist, has been honored with the title of Honorary Chief by the Anambra State Government in Nigeria. This prestigious award is given to foreign nationals for their significant contributions to Nigeria’s progress. Venkateswarlu, originally from Ongole, Andhra Pradesh in India, is only the third Indian to receive …

Packaging MEA announces its 5th edition of Prime Awards 2025: Entries now open!

      Since its inception in 2019, the PRIME Awards have gained significant prominence, with the 2023 edition receiving over 350 submissions from the MEA region. The 2025 awards will be evaluated by a distinguished panel of judges from leading brands, FMCG companies, academia, and sustainability experts, all committed to identifying the most innovative …

Hinojosa wins ‘Carton of the Year’ for Origen perfume packaging

  Hinojosa Packaging Galería Gráfica has received the ‘Carton of the Year’ award at the European Carton Excellence Awards 2024 for its packaging design for the Origen perfume collection by Laboratorios Flor Natural Parfums. The award ceremony, held in Berlin, recognised innovative and sustainable folding carton solutions across various sectors.   The winning design, produced …