KAMA GmbH and TRESU A/S collaborate for enhanced digital finishing at drupa 2024

  KAMA GmbH in Dresden and TRESU A/S, a provider of flexible solutions for flexographic printing machines and coating technology from Denmark, have revealed their partnership at Drupa 2024. The collaboration aims to elevate digital finishing to a new level of efficiency.   KAMA will integrate a TRESU coating unit into the newly developed Hammerhead …

Parksons Packaging expands fleet with Koenig & Bauer’s Rapida 105 at drupa

  Parksons Packaging, a prominent player in India’s printing industry, has made another significant investment in sheetfed offset technology from Koenig & Bauer during the drupa exhibition. The company, known for its extensive Rapida printer fleet, has ordered a Rapida 105 with seven inking units, coater, and extended delivery, which will be stationed at MK …

Heidelberg Middle East CEO Zeid Al-Jehni reflects on drupa 2024 success

  Ben Daniel, Chief Editor of Packaging MEA, sat down with Zeid Al-Jehni, CEO of Heidelberg Middle East, FZCO, at drupa 2024 to discuss the company’s achievements and industry insights.   Heidelberg Middle East, a leading player in the printing and packaging sector, marked its return to drupa after an eight-year hiatus with a strong …

Bobst targets Middle East and Africa with digital focus at drupa 2024

  At drupa 2024, Bobst’s Regional Business Director for Africa, Middle East, Turkey, Russia, CIS Business Unit Printing and Converting, Eric Pavone, spoke with Ben Daniel of Packaging MEA. The conversation revolved around Bobst’s emphasis on digitalization and their newest innovations tailored for the Middle East and African markets.   Bobst Connect Steals the Show …

Kento Hybrid® receives EDP award for Corrugated Boards Solutions at drupa 2024

  In a momentous achievement, Kento Hybrid® has been awarded the prestigious EDP Award for “Corrugated Boards Solutions” at the renowned drupa trade show in Düsseldorf, Germany. The award was accepted by CEO Javier Quesada during a vibrant ceremony on May 29th.   The EDP Award, judged by a panel of experts from Europe’s leading …

Koenig & Bauer presents Green Dot Award 2024 for sustainability efforts

  Koenig & Bauer, a prominent name in the printing industry, presented the Green Dot Award at drupa on 31 May 2024, recognizing industry managers for their remarkable contributions to sustainability. This year’s award went to Richard Lim, COO of the Hung Hing Printing Group, with José Luis Bezaury, CEO of Litoplas Packaging, and David …

Polytype Converting unveils advanced barrier coatings at drupa 2024

  At this year’s drupa, Polytype Converting (Matthews International) is showcasing its latest developments in barrier coatings on paper, highlighting over 50 proven coating processes. These advancements, demonstrated at the touchpoint packaging event, aim to address the future of packaging by providing sustainable and efficient solutions for the industry.   Esa-Matti Aalto, Senior Vice President/General …

Mondi’s Hug&Hold cuts climate impact by 43%

  Mondi, a global leader in packaging and paper, has completed a life cycle assessment (LCA) for its paper-based Hug&Hold solution. The assessment aimed to determine the environmental impact of Hug&Hold compared to conventional low-density polyethylene (LDPE) shrink wrap used for bundling six 1.5-liter PET beverage bottles.   Hug&Hold is a sustainable, fully recyclable alternative …

Konica Minolta reveals latest innovations at drupa 2024

  Konica Minolta and MGI are showcasing groundbreaking smart factory digital production lines at drupa, held in Düsseldorf, Germany. Spanning 2,400 square meters at Stand A65, Hall 8B, their exhibit features over 30 live running machines and software displays, symbolizing a significant advancement in digital transformation. Demonstrating the seamless integration of Konica Minolta’s toner and …

Durst Group showcases “Ready to Print” innovations at drupa 2024

  The Durst Group, a leading manufacturer of digital printing and production technologies, is presenting its latest solutions at drupa 2024 under the theme “Ready to Print.” The company is highlighting advancements in large format printing, packaging, labels, and software at Hall 16, Stand A41-1/2.   “We are looking forward to an extremely exciting drupa …