Mondi launches sustainable alternative to plastic shrink wrap

Mondi has launched Hug&Hold, a recyclable, paper-based solution to replace plastic shrink wrap for PET bottle bundle packs.   Hug&Hold comprises two elements that provide secure and safe transportation as well as stacking of bundles of bottled drinks. The first element is a patent-pending sleeve made of 100% kraft paper that wraps around the bottles …

Taghleef Industries unveils new coating line

Taghleef Industries, one of the leading global manufacturers of PP-based, biobased, and biodegradable films has announced the commissioning of a state-of-the-art equipment with proprietary features in San Giorgio di Nogaro (Italy), which scales up the existing capacities of Alcalá la Real (Spain) and Terre-Haute (Indiana, USA).With its tailor-made design and a production capacity ranging from …

Multivac launches environmentally-friendly seals and labels

In addition to the concept of Full Wrap, Multivac Marking & Inspection has announced to offer two new high-quality and sustainable labelling solutions for fresh produce trays – Top Wrap and Top Close.   In Germany around 60 percent of fresh fruit and vegetables is sold pre-packed in retail outlets. Two thirds of the packs …

Tetra Pak Arabia: Putting the world and its people first

Niels Hougaard, Managing Director of Tetra Pak Arabia, explains Packaging MEA on what the company is doing to make food packaging more sustainable, efficient and better for the planet   Packaging MEA (PMEA): Tell us a bit about your new fibre-based barrier to replace the aluminium layer, and how it helps Tetra Pak meet its …

Coveris to highlight sustainable packaging at FachPack

Coveris Group to introduce a new range of sustainable innovations supporting its industry-leading No Waste vision at FachPack 2022. Targeting shelf-life extension and packaging waste reduction, Coveris will showcase a comprehensive range of both plastic and paper-based solutions that meet these criteria.   Jakob A Mosser, CEO of Coveris Group said, “From Coveris’ perspective, it’s …

Mondi expands capacity in sustainable pet food packaging

Mondi, one of the global leaders in packaging and paper, is investing nearly €65 million in three consumer flexible packaging plants in Europe in order to meet growing customer demand for sustainable pet food packaging solutions.   The European pet food market has grown significantly in recent years, driven by a consistent rise in pet …

Colgate launches recyclable toothpaste tube

Colgate is rolling out its breakthrough recyclable tube in the US, using a bold message on its package. The tube’s limited-edition design says “Recycle Me!” Colgate-Palmolive’s tube is made from high-density polyethylene (HDPE), the same plastic used for milk and detergent bottles.   Recycling the tube alongside plastic bottles requires no extra steps. Traditionally, since …

Gallus launches new digital inkjet label press

Gallus has announced the launch of its first fully digital label press, the Gallus One. The company has also announced a new Gallus Experience Centre designed to increase cross industry collaboration, innovation and success.   Marking a new addition to the company’s conventional and hybrid portfolio of label presses, the Gallus One has been specifically …