Espoo, Finland – Metsä Group’s innovation arm, Metsä Spring, has commenced pre-commercial sales of its three-dimensional, wood-based packaging solution, Muoto™. The packaging, developed at a demo plant in collaboration with Valmet, has been in production in Äänekoski, Finland, since May 2022. Designed as a durable and recyclable alternative to plastic, Muoto is aimed …
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McDonald’s Finland has replaced plastic lids on its beverages with fiber-based alternatives as part of its ongoing effort to reduce plastic use. The transition, originally set for 2025, is now being implemented ahead of schedule. By the end of 2025, all McDonald’s restaurants in Finland will use molded fiber lids for both hot …
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Huhtamaki Oyj has announced the appointment of Ralf K. Wunderlich as its new President and CEO, effective January 15, 2025. Wunderlich, a seasoned executive in the packaging industry, will succeed Charles Héaulmé, who has held the position since 2019. Héaulmé will remain available until July 2025 to ensure a smooth transition. Pekka Vauramo, …
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Victory Packaging, a legacy provider of packaging and related services across North America for over five decades, has rebranded as Smurfit Westrock Packaging Solutions. The change reflects the company’s evolution from a distributor to a comprehensive packaging solutions provider. The rebranding follows the July 2024 merger of Smurfit Kappa and WestRock, forming Smurfit …
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Canon has unveiled its latest digital printing technologies at Gulf Print & Pack (GPP) KSA 2025, focusing on packaging and other print applications. Under the theme “The Power to Move,” Canon’s presentation highlights advancements in digital solutions tailored to meet the demands of Saudi Arabia’s packaging industry, in line with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030. …
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Dr. Yasmine Fouad, Egypt’s Minister of Environment, inaugurated the first production line in the country dedicated to recycling used cardboard packaging. Located at Uniboard’s factory in Sadat City, the facility was established in collaboration with Tetra Pak and Uniboard, two key players in the packaging sector. The project, which covers 1,000 square meters, has …
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Amazon has unveiled a redesigned packaging approach for its Echo, Kindle, and Fire TV devices, emphasizing increased use of recycled materials and reduced environmental impact. The initiative aligns with the company’s broader sustainability goals under The Climate Pledge, which aims for net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. Key updates include a shift to packaging …
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Austrian packaging manufacturer ALPLA has been recognized as the country’s most innovative company by Trend magazine and Statista, acknowledging its advancements in sustainable packaging solutions and groundbreaking technologies. Known for its pioneering efforts, ALPLA has developed innovations such as paper bottles, lightweight designs, mono-material pumps, PET wine bottles, and bio-based plastics. Several of …
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Ranpak Holdings Corp. has introduced its new GrasiKraft™ paper, a sustainable void fill material made from a blend of grass fibers and recycled paper. This marks the first time Ranpak has added grass-based paper to its product portfolio, offering an eco-friendly alternative for packaging in e-commerce and industrial supply chains. GrasiKraft™ paper combines …
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Dairyland, a leading provider of UHT and fresh milk products in Pakistan, has introduced the country’s first SIG XSlim 24 aseptic filling machine for cartons. This marks a significant development for the company, known for sourcing its products directly from its own farms, as it looks to expand its range while maintaining high standards …
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