Toblerone Innovates Packaging for Premium Chocolate Experience

  Mondelēz International (Nasdaq: MDLZ) has unveiled a transformative shift for its iconic Toblerone chocolate brand, introducing innovative formats and a refreshed brand signature, “Never Square.” The move is supported by substantial investments in premium product offerings, marketing, advertising, and expanded distribution in key markets.   Inspired by luxury brands, the global “Never Square” campaign …

Krones Ends Digital Container-Decoration Venture, Shifts Service to Krones AG in 2024

  The global leader in packaging and bottling solutions, Krones Group, has announced the discontinuation of its digital container-decoration division, slated to conclude by December 31, 2023. This strategic decision arrives after a meticulous evaluation of business strategies and the prevailing market dynamics.     Despite the successful operation of Dekron GmbH’s cutting-edge container decoration …

Epson Unveils Range of SurePress Label Presses and Cloud-Enabled ColorWorks Label Printers at Labelexpo 2023

        Epson is set to showcase its latest developments in label printing technology at Labelexpo 2023, including the European debut of the SurePress L-4733AW. This new addition to the SurePress label presses represents a significant upgrade from the previous SurePress 4000 series, offering improved quality, consistency, repeatability, and higher-speed print modes. It …

Xeikon Unveils High-Speed Toner Label Press at Labelexpo Brussels 2023

  Brussels, September 13, 2023 – Xeikon, a prominent player in the label printing industry, has introduced its latest innovation, the Xeikon LION LX3000, at the ongoing Labelexpo Europe 2023 in Brussels. This state-of-the-art dry toner press, equipped with the revolutionary Cruise Control System, promises heightened productivity and label quality, setting new industry standards.   …

HERMA Introduces Innovative Label Adhesive 72Gpw for Enhanced PET Recycling at Labelexpo

        HERMA, a prominent European packaging and product labeling specialist, is unveiling a significant advancement in PET packaging’s closed material cycle at Labelexpo. The newly developed label adhesive, 72Gpw, enhances the PET recycling process by offering double the initial adhesion of standard wash-off adhesives while maintaining high final adhesion and washability. The …

Kimoha Brings Excellence Awards to Motivate Employees

        As one of the first of its kind in the region, Kimoha management introduces its in-house Print Excellence Awards Program competition to keep the employees motivated to develop their technology skills.   Packaging MEA Editor Ben Daniel reports from Kimoha Entrepreneurs in Jebel Ali, Dubai.   Ben: It’s a wonderful experience …

Dantex announces digital distributor partnership for South Africa

Dantex Group, a leading provider of digital print technology for the packaging industry, has announced a strategic distributor partnership with Kamboo Marketing, a renowned supplier of equipment and consumables based in South Africa. This collaboration signifies a major expansion for Dantex in the South African market and aims to bring state-of-the-art digital print solutions to …

Komori and Baumann open first European Komori Competence Centre

Komori International Europe B.V. and the Baumann Group have announced the opening of the first European Komori Competence Centre, located at Baumann’s headquarters in Solms. Baumann Group will also now undertake sole Germany-wide representation for Komori.   Christian Baumann, Managing Director of Heinrich Baumann Grafisches Centrum GmbH & Co KG said, “We are very proud …

HP debuts the HP Indigo 200K Digital Press for flexible packaging industry

HP Inc unveiled its new HP Indigo 200K Digital Press, designed to give digital flexible converters the competitive edge with better productivity, on-demand delivery, no minimum orders, unique designs, reduced energy consumption, and minimal waste.   The new press is based on the only field-proven digital technology for digital flexible packaging and on a successful …