UK-based sustainable packaging company Frugalpac is in discussions with South Africa’s CTP Packaging to establish a strategic partnership aimed at introducing Frugalpac’s low-carbon paper bottles to the South African market. The initiative seeks to reduce the carbon footprint of the country’s drinks industry. Frugalpac’s Frugal Bottle, made from 94% recycled paperboard and a …
Ball Corporation launches Dynamark™ Advanced Pro printing technology in EMEA
Ball Corporation has introduced Dynamark™ Advanced Pro, an upgraded version of its proprietary printing technology for beverage cans in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). The new platform builds on the success of the original Dynamark™ series, offering advanced printing capabilities aimed at enhancing brand personalization and creativity. The enhanced technology enables …
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Ball Corporation acquires Alucan to expand Sustainable Packaging Solutions in Europe
Ball Corporation has acquired Alucan, a European leader in extruded aluminum aerosol and bottle technology. The acquisition, announced on October 31, 2024, strengthens Ball’s position in the growing sustainable packaging market in Europe. The deal adds manufacturing facilities in Llinars del Vallés (Barcelona), Spain, and Lummen, Belgium, to Ball’s existing operations. The new …
Blowplast achieves 50% PCR content in lubricant bottles using ExxonMobil’s enable™ 4002
Blowplast, a Nairobi-based converter, has successfully integrated up to 50% post-consumer recycled (PCR) content in its blow-molded lubricant bottles, surpassing a sustainability benchmark set by East African brand owners. This milestone was achieved through the partial replacement of traditional HDPE with ExxonMobil’s Enable™ 4002 performance polyethylene. The challenge arose when local brand owners …
Ardagh Metal Packaging reports strong Q3 2024 results, raises full-year guidance
Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP) announced its third-quarter results for 2024, showing strong performance across its global operations. For the quarter ended September 30, 2024, the company reported a 15% increase in Adjusted EBITDA to $196 million, exceeding prior guidance. CEO Oliver Graham commented, “Our strong business performance delivered double-digit Adjusted EBITDA growth, driven …
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Krones posts strong Q3 2024 growth, highlights demand in Middle East
Krones has reported robust financial results for the first nine months of 2024, with revenue increasing by 11.2% year-on-year to €3.87 billion, aligning with its full-year growth forecast of 9% to 13%. The company recorded an order intake of €1.32 billion in the third quarter, slightly exceeding the previous quarter and remaining close …
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Koenig & Bauer and ACTEGA extend partnership for inline finishing
Koenig & Bauer and ACTEGA have renewed their partnership for an additional three years, continuing their collaboration to advance high-quality inline finishing technologies. The partnership, established in 2016, has played a pivotal role in enhancing finishing processes for the print and packaging industries. The extended agreement, effective from November 1, focuses on several …
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Ferrum and KHS to acquire H.F. Meyer Maschinenbau
Ferrum Packaging AG and KHS GmbH have announced the acquisition of H.F. Meyer Maschinenbau GmbH & Co. KG, effective January 1, 2025. The merger aims to enhance expertise in canning technology while preserving H.F. Meyer’s independence under the Ferrum Group umbrella. H.F. Meyer, known for its specialized canning technology, including can turners, rinsers, …
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Berry Global introduces DecoFusion™ tube: A game-changer for branding and sustainability
Berry Global has introduced its new DecoFusion™ tube technology, designed to improve branding and sustainability in the packaging market. The patented technology allows for 360° uninterrupted artwork and features thinner sidewalls, reducing material usage while enhancing the consumer experience. The new tubes are constructed using a hybrid technology process that combines high-resolution graphics …
Amcor and Berry announce merger to form global packaging leader
Amcor plc and Berry Global Group, Inc. have announced an all-stock merger, creating a global packaging leader. The combined company will focus on consumer and healthcare packaging, with shareholders from Amcor and Berry holding approximately 63% and 37% ownership, respectively. The boards of both firms have unanimously approved the merger, valuing Berry’s common …
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