In a progressive move towards bolstering the recyclability of its aseptic cartons, SIG has announced its intention to elevate the fiber content within its packaging structures. The company has set its sights on creating a comprehensive aluminum-free aseptic packaging system with a remarkable 90% fiber content by the year 2030. An …
Fibre-Based Caps for Arla Milk
Denmark-based dairy company Arla Foods has entered into a formal partnership with sustainable startup Blue Ocean Closures to create fibre-based caps for Arla’s milk cartons. The company says this will enable it to minimize plastic usage by more than 500 tonnes per annum. As part of this joint effort, Blue Ocean …
Bobst Group Increases Sales and Results for First Half of 2023
Bobst Group, a leading packaging and paper company, has reported positive results for the first half of 2023. While order entries were 22% lower compared to the record high in the same period of 2022, sales for the first six months of 2023 increased to CHF 815 million, a significant rise from CHF 773 million …
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Mondi Introduces FunctionalBarrier Paper Ultimate: A High-Barrier Paper-Based Packaging Solution
Mondi, a global leader in packaging and paper, has announced a significant investment of €16 million in cutting-edge technology at its Solec plant in Poland. This investment enables Mondi to introduce a new packaging range called FunctionalBarrier Paper Ultimate, catering to the growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions that contribute to a circular economy. …
Baladna and SIG Introduce Locally Produced White Cheese in Aseptic Carton Packs to Qatar
Baladna, the leading dairy and beverage producer in Qatar, announced a significant addition to its product portfolio by launching locally produced white cheese in aseptic carton packs earlier this year. This innovative offering is the first of its kind in Qatar and is made possible through a partnership with packaging solutions provider SIG. …
Billerud Announces Divestment of Managed Packaging to Mimir Group
Billerud, a prominent sustainable fiber-based packaging materials company, has recently announced its decision to divest Managed Packaging, a business unit that offers packaging solutions to global brand owners. The company has reached an agreement with Mimir Group, a specialist investment firm focused on acquiring divisions, business units, and product areas from large corporations and government …
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Smurfit Kappa Expands into North Africa with State-of-the-Art Plant in Morocco
Smurfit Kappa, a leading provider of packaging solutions, has celebrated the inauguration of its new integrated corrugated plant in Rabat, marking the company’s first venture into North Africa. The strategic move comes after Smurfit Kappa invested approximately €4.7 billion over the past five years to support its customers and capitalize on long-term growth drivers. …
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BOBST Unveils Latest Innovations to Transform the Packaging Industry
BOBST, a leading player in the packaging industry, has unveiled its latest innovations aimed at assisting converters and brand owners in embracing the digital transformation of the packaging supply chain. The announcement was made today, with our reporter Ben Daniel on-site to cover the event. In his statement, Jean-Pascal Bobst, the CEO of …
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First Of Its Kind Recyclability Tool For Fibre-Based Packaging Launches In UK
Papercycle, the UK’s first comprehensive recyclability assessment and certification service for fibre-based packaging, has been launched today, signaling a significant development for the country’s Paper-based Industries. With the upcoming Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) legislation, the introduction of this service is timely. Developed by the Confederation of Paper Industries (CPI) and supported by …
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HEIDELBERG’s New Boardmaster: A Game-Changer for Packaging Production
Heidelberg Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) has launched its new HEIDELBERG Boardmaster, a flexographic web printing system for high-volume folding carton production. The system boasts a machine availability of up to 90% and a maximum printing speed of 600 meters per minute, doubling productivity and dramatically reducing the total cost of ownership in industrial packaging …
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