BOBST and Simpex Roadshow sparks innovation in Saudi Arabia’s Packaging sector

  Packaging professionals from Saudi Arabia recently gathered to explore innovations shaping the sector at a successful BOBST and Simpex roadshow. The event showcased the latest technologies and trends in flexible packaging, labels, corrugated board, and folding cartons, emphasizing their impact on production efficiency.   Simpex, a prominent Saudi company specializing in the trade of …

Huhtamaki to consolidate production in China, closing two sites

  Huhtamaki, a global packaging company, has announced plans to consolidate its production footprint in China within the Fiber Foodservice Europe-Asia-Oceania segment. This decision entails the closure of its production sites in Tianjin and Shanghai by the end of Q2 2024, with production being transferred to the Guangzhou manufacturing site. The company will, however, continue …

ePac Flexible Packaging partners with Project Waterfall to support coffee communities

  ePac Flexible Packaging, a global provider of high-quality finished pouches and rollstock, has announced a partnership with Project Waterfall, a prominent charity in the coffee sector. The company pledges to donate 2% of its global coffee product sales in 2023 to support coffee-growing communities worldwide with clean water, sanitation, and education initiatives.   Paul …

W&H to showcase latest printing innovations at Drupa 2024 & In-house Expo

  Windmöller & Hölscher (W&H), a leading machine manufacturer, is set to showcase its latest developments and innovations in printing technology for the flexible packaging industry at drupa 2024 in Düsseldorf, Germany, and at an In-house EXPO at its company headquarters in Lengerich.     Under the slogan “Get in the Loop – Discover. Connect. …

UFlex unveils range of Innovative products and secures recognition in Q3 FY24

  Noida, NCR – UFlex Limited, a prominent player in the flexible packaging industry, announced the introduction of several innovative products and achievements in the third quarter of fiscal year 2024, ending on December 31, 2023.   In the Packaging Films Business, UFlex introduced a series of novel products aimed at diverse sectors. With a …

ProAmpac Introduces Recyclable Fibre Technology for Thermoforming Applications

  ProAmpac has introduced its latest sustainable technology in Europe, unveiling ProActive Recyclable FibreSculpt, a high-barrier fiber-based solution tailored for thermoforming applications across a range of products including chilled cooked meats, cold cuts, sliced cheese, and fish.   Ali McNulty, market manager for ProAmpac, emphasized the significance of the new launch, stating, “ProActive Recyclable FibreSculpt …

ProAmpac Unveils Moisture-Protecting Breakthrough in Flexible Packaging Technology

  ProAmpac, a major player in flexible packaging and material science, has launched ProActive Intelligence Moisture Protect (MP-1000), a breakthrough moisture-adsorbing technology. This patent-pending innovation, using Aptar’s CSP Technologies’ 3-Phase Activ-Polymer™ platform technology, eliminates the need for desiccant packets. MP-1000 aims to reduce moisture levels in packaging headspace, beneficial for applications like point-of-care diagnostic kits, …

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 …

Henkel Polybit’s Dammam Facility Achieves Regional Milestone in Circular Manufacturing

Henkel Polybit’s Dammam facility achieves a milestone with its inaugural fully circular manufacturing hub in the IMEA region, emphasizing the company’s dedication to sustainability and innovation.   The Dammam site has achieved full circularity for waste material, marking a notable achievement for Henkel in the IMEA region. The site team has introduced a cutting-edge solution …

ePac Flexible Packaging Marks Expansion with New Plant in Accra, Ghana

  ePac Flexible Packaging, a leader in custom flexible packaging, celebrated the opening of its new Grade A 2,200 square meter production plant on Spintex Road in Accra, Ghana. The grand opening event drew nearly 150 local dignitaries, government officials, customers, and media.   Since its establishment in 2021, ePac West Africa has catered to …