Reifenhäuser pioneers recycling with breakthrough Mono-Material Solutions

  Plastic is indispensable in modern life, serving critical functions in food,  hygiene, and medical packaging. However, the intricate material compositions of flexible packaging present substantial challenges in recycling,” highlights Dr. Lettowsky.   Reifenhäuser leads with mono material solutions and advanced MDO technology, such as the 18-micron thin MDO-PE film and EVO Ultra  Stretch. Our …

New 2-liter recycle-ready pouch set to revolutionize home care packaging

  Amcor, in collaboration with Mespack, has introduced a 2-liter recycle-ready stand-up pouch for home care products such as liquid soaps, cleaners, and laundry detergents. This innovation addresses the technical challenges of larger-format pouches while meeting sustainability demands.   Until now, recycle-ready pouches have been limited to sizes between 1 and 1.5 liters due to …

smartwater rolls out stylish new Aluminum Cans

  smartwater by the Coca-Cola Company has launched a new line of 12-ounce aluminum cans in the United States, offering both its original and alkaline variants. This marks the first time vapor-distilled water has been available in this format. The cans are designed with a sleek, modern aesthetic, aiming to provide a functional and convenient …

Hotpack Global earns EcoVadis ‘Committed’ badge

  Hotpack Global, a UAE-based packaging solutions provider, has been awarded the EcoVadis “Committed” badge in recognition of its efforts to integrate sustainability into its operations. The certification highlights the company’s adherence to environmental responsibility, ethical business practices, respect for labor and human rights, and sustainable procurement.   Hotpack’s sustainability initiatives are guided by its …

Guerlain partners with Aptar Beauty for L’Art & La Matière collection

  Guerlain has chosen Aptar Beauty as the supplier for pumps in its L’Art & La Matière collection, encompassing both fragrances and personal care products. The collaboration highlights Aptar Beauty’s Sensea fragrance pump and GSA dispensing pump, aligning functionality with Guerlain’s emphasis on luxury and refillability.   The Sensea fragrance pump is utilized for all …

Frugalpac and CTP Packaging explore partnership to introduce paper bottles to South Africa

  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 …

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 …

Siegwerk teams up with industry leaders to deliver innovative oxygen barrier coating or mono-material packaging

  Siegwerk, a global leader in printing inks and coatings for packaging applications, has joined forces with EPP Dubai, Borouge, and Windmöller & Hölscher to develop functional mono-material packaging structures tailored for food applications. This collaboration aims to demonstrate the efficient production of mono-material food packaging utilizing an innovative oxygen barrier, achieved through Siegwerk’s advanced …

Windmoller & Holschers advanced MDO technology: The heart of the innovation

  Windmöller & Hölscher collaborated with EPP on the production of MDO-PE films and their structural development. This initiative underscored the integration of specialized coatings that greatly enhance the sustainability of  pouches.   EPP MDO-PE Project: Made in the UAE EPP serves as a strategic partner for W&H, and together with other collaborators, we created …