CCL Industries acquires full ownership of Middle East joint venture

  CCL Industries Inc., a global leader in specialty labels, security, and packaging solutions, announced on 13th May it has signed a binding agreement to acquire the remaining 50% equity interest in its Middle East joint venture, Pacman-CCL (PCCL). The stake will be purchased from Albwardy Investment LLC, headquartered in Dubai.   PCCL operates manufacturing …

Prati’s 50 Years of Innovation: Pioneering strategies and eco-conscious contributions in finishing machinery

  In a recent discussion in Dubai, Ben Daniel of Packaging MEA explored into the pioneering strategies and eco-conscious contributions of Chiara Prati, CEO of Prati, and Pankaj, CEO of Printech, as they champion innovation in the packaging realm.   Prati, boasting a rich legacy of over 50 years, specializes in crafting state-of-the-art finishing and …

Xeikon unveils new 1200 dpi inkjet press for high-end label segment

  Xeikon has revealed details of its latest Panther inkjet technology, announcing the upcoming launch of the Xeikon PX3300HD, a new 1200 dpi digital press designed for high-quality labels. Set to debut at drupa 2024, the press offers a 330mm printing width and speeds up to 70 m/min, even with high-opacity white printing. The Xeikon …

Nesquik® introduces Recyclable Shrink Sleeve Labels for Bottles

  Nestlé has announced the conversion of its Nesquik ready-to-drink portfolio to a new recyclable shrink sleeve label, designed to enhance recycling ease for consumers. The shrink sleeve, which conforms to the bottle, utilizes light-blocking print technology and is compatible with the U.S. recycling stream. This innovation makes Nesquik the first Nestlé product on shelves …

Al-Shams Printing and Packaging elevates capabilities with Heidelberg’s latest addition

  In a move that highlights their commitment to innovation, Al-Shams Printing and Packaging, a prominent player in Saudi Arabia’s printing sector, has recently upgraded their fleet with the Heidelberg Speedmaster XL106-6+LX3 Combi. This new machine, known for its fully automated and high productivity features, is capable of printing both conventional and UV inks, as …

Suntory Beverage & Food adopts Asahi Kasei’s AWP™ plates for labels

  Suntory Beverage & Food Ltd. has chosen Asahi Kasei’s AWP™ water-washable flexographic plates for printing labels on their 550 ml PET bottles in Japan. This marks the first use of AWP™ plates in the Japanese beverage industry and is expected to reduce CO2 emissions by approximately 30% compared to the previous process.   Asahi …

UPM Raflatac receives APR Design® recognition for BOPP label solution

  UPM Raflatac, a global supplier of self-adhesive paper and film products, has received recognition from the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) for three types of biaxially-oriented polypropylene (BOPP) label products for their compatibility with HDPE and PP package recycling. These include Undecorated BOPP with hotmelt adhesive, Undecorated BOPP with RW85C, and Metalized undecorated BOPP …

GEW partners with Next Graphics as Exclusive Distributor in Pakistan

  GEW has appointed Next Graphics as its exclusive sales distributor in Pakistan for all label, narrow web, and sheetfed offset business. This partnership includes the provision of spare parts and technical service support to customers across the country.   Founded in Lahore, Pakistan, Next Graphics has expanded its operations with a new office in …

HP unveils revolutionary packaging print technologies at Drupa 2024

  In a pre-drupa PR event held on March 22nd and 23rd, 2024 at its headquarters in Indianapolis, HP unveiled its latest technological advancements set to revolutionize the printing industry. Themed “Unlock Profitable Growth Powered by HP Innovation,” the event provided a glimpse into groundbreaking developments scheduled for debut at drupa 2024.   AI Revolutionizing …

CCL Label introduces EcoFloat WHITE sleeve for sustainable packaging

  CCL Label, a global leader in specialty label, security, and packaging solutions, has unveiled EcoFloat® WHITE, a new version of its EcoFloat low-density polyolefin sleeve material. This innovation aims to enhance recyclability for light-sensitive products, particularly in the dairy packaging industry.   “EcoFloat WHITE will enable greater recyclability for dairy packaging and other light-sensitive …