Siegwerk and DG press collaborate on functional mono-material food packaging

  Siegwerk, a global provider of printing inks and coatings, has partnered with DG press, a specialist in manufacturing hybrid web offset sleeve machines, to produce functional mono-material packaging structures for food applications. The collaboration aims to showcase the efficient production of mono-material food packaging with an oxygen barrier.   Siegwerk’s coating innovations, Cirkit® OxyBar …

Himatrix Group unveils AED 33 Million Phase One of New Facility at Dubai Industrial City

  Himatrix Group, a key player in laboratory, industrial, and analytical equipment, has inaugurated the first phase of its application laboratory, research, and training center at Dubai Industrial City, with an investment totaling AED 33 million.   Covering 45,000 sq.ft., the facility, located within Dubai Industrial City, aims to support Himatrix Group’s growth and expansion …

Baumer hhs Introduces Eco-Friendly Solution for Pallet Load Security

  Baumer hhs has introduced a solution aimed at reducing plastic film usage for securing pallet and transport loads, aligning with industry initiatives to cut packaging waste and resource consumption.   The application system, before palletizing, uses an anti-slip hot melt adhesive sprayed onto boxes. A small amount secures interlocked stacked boxes on all pallet …

Mamuda Beverages expands production, boosts efficiency

  Mamuda Beverages, a multi-industry company in Nigeria, has successfully established a beverage production facility in Kano, located in the northern part of Nigeria. The company tackled the challenge posed by the absence of significant gas infrastructure in the North, a region where industrial enterprises are less concentrated due to limited access to major gas …

Sidel Launches Game-Changing EvoFILL PET Innovation

  Sidel has recently launched the EvoFILL PET, a compact filler designed for water and still beverages, focusing on enhanced hygiene and efficiency within a reduced footprint.   The EvoFILL PET is a significant advancement in Sidel’s commitment to filling technologies, offering high production speeds of up to 90,000 bottles per hour (bph) within a …

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 …

Coveris unveils new recyclable MonoFlex Thermoform packaging

  Coveris, a leading packaging solutions provider, has unveiled a groundbreaking advancement in thermoforming film packaging—MonoFlex Thermoform. This recyclable solution offers a sustainable alternative to the non-recyclable materials typically used in the food packaging sector.   Developed from high-performance monomaterials, MonoFlex Thermoform marks a shift from non-recyclable, mixed-material thermoforming substrates, contributing to a substantial reduction …

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 …

JOZO and SFA Pioneer NextCycle IML Labels for Sustainable Packaging

  In a collaborative effort led by SFA Packaging and JOZO, the introduction of NextCycle IMLTM labels marks a significant stride towards achieving fully recyclable and circular packaging. The packaging evolution, assessed by RecyClass, now holds a B-score, aligning with evolving industry guidelines.   JOZO’s saltshaker tubes underwent a remarkable transformation from a multicomponent structure, …

Grand Opening Ceremony Marks Inauguration of Gulf Closures, an Aptar Company

In a significant event, Aptar, a global leader in dosing, dispensing, and protection technologies, celebrated the inauguration of Gulf Closures, an Aptar Company, in collaboration with Gulf Closures, a closure manufacturer for beverage products in Bahrain. The grand opening ceremony, held on December 7th, 2023, was graced by the presence of HE Mr. Abdullah bin …