ProAmpac introduces curbside recyclable packaging for tissue products

  ProAmpac has unveiled its new fiber-based ProActive Recyclable RP-1050 packaging, designed to replace traditional plastic film overwraps with a curbside recyclable option. Initially launched in North America, the product has proven successful and is now also available in Europe with local manufacturing capabilities.   The RP-1050 is aimed at providing a sustainable alternative to …

Innovative packaging technologies: Syntegon at Fachpack 2024

  At the upcoming Fachpack trade fair, Syntegon will present a range of sustainable packaging technologies aimed at helping food manufacturers transition to environmentally friendly processes in line with the European Union’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), set to take effect in 2030. From September 24 to 26, visitors to Syntegon’s booth (1-257, Hall …

Ferrarini & Benelli unveils new Corona & Plasma Systems for optimized surface treatment at drupa 2024

  Ferrarini & Benelli, based in Romanengo, CR, Italy, will unveil their latest innovations in Corona and Plasma treatment systems at drupa 2024, held from May 28th to June 7th (Hall 10/Booth C20).   For Corona treatment, the company will showcase the Polimetal and Format surface treatment systems. Polimetal, a universal corona treatment system, is …

BindEx to showcase smart Post-Press innovations

  China-based BindEx marks its long-awaited return to the prestigious drupa Exhibition after an eight-year hiatus, poised to showcase the latest innovations in smart post-press binding and packaging technology. Scheduled from May 28th to June 7th, 2024, at the Düsseldorf Exhibition Centre, the event promises to be a gathering of industry leaders and innovators from …

Explore future innovations at SPPP, your regional hub for print, packaging, and plastics growth

  In this feature interview, Camil Jawhari, Exhibitions Portfolio Director, REC discusses the significance of SPPPP 2024 for the plastics, polymers, print, and packaging sectors, the impact of Vision 2030 on industry growth, exhibitor participation, the influence of sustainable alternatives in the SPPPP show, and advice for prospective visitors, exhibitors, and investors.   Packaging MEA: …

Greiner Packaging and Constantia Flexibles introduce home compostable coffee capsule solution

  Greiner Packaging and Constantia Flexibles have collaborated to launch a fully home compostable coffee capsule solution. Greiner Packaging produces the capsule body, while Constantia Flexibles provides the lid, EcoPressoLid. This development offers a sustainable option for coffee suppliers prioritizing convenience and environmental responsibility.   The capsule body, created by Greiner Packaging, maintains coffee freshness …

Oman Air enhances sustainability with eco-friendly earphone packaging

  Oman Air has taken a significant step in its sustainability journey by redesigning the packaging for its Economy Class earphones. In collaboration with Linstol, a global provider of eco-friendly in-flight products, the airline has replaced single-use plastic PET foil with recyclable Kraft paper envelopes. This change is expected to eliminate 6.48 tonnes of non-recyclable …

Mondi and Cemex introduce sustainable cement packaging solution in the Balearic Islands

  Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, has introduced its innovative SolmixBag to the building industry in the Balearic Islands of Ibiza, Mallorca, and Menorca, in collaboration with Cemex, a global building materials company.   The SolmixBag, a one-ply paper bag made from 100% kraft paper, is designed to store and transport …

Saica Group and Mondelez collaborate on recyclable paper-based packaging for food market

  Saica Group, a leading packaging solutions company, and Mondelez, a prominent fast-moving consumer goods manufacturer, have partnered to introduce a new paper-based packaging solution aimed at multipack products in the confectionery, biscuits, and chocolate markets. The new packaging is designed to be recyclable in the paper waste stream and is suitable for heat sealable …

Coveris launches MonoFlex Fibre: Eco-friendly paper packaging

  Coveris, a leading packaging solutions provider, has introduced MonoFlex Fibre, a paper-based packaging range, in response to the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation’s requirement for all packaging in the European market to be reusable or recyclable by 2030.   The regulation has extended producer responsibility for the post-consumer stage of a product, including imposing …