Smurfit Kappa leads industry in ESG performance, recognized by Morningstar Sustainalytics

  Smurfit Kappa has secured its position as an industry leader in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance for the third consecutive year, according to Morningstar Sustainalytics, a prominent research and analytics firm. The company has achieved both Industry and Regional Top-Rated status, reaffirming its commitment to sustainable practices.   With a score of 10.7, …

Marbach Launches App for Efficient Creasing Channel Selection

  Marbach, a leading provider in die-cutting solutions, has introduced a new app aimed at streamlining the process of selecting the appropriate creasing channel for packaging needs.   André Angermeir, Sales Manager at Marbach Die Supplies, highlighted the significance of the app’s release, stating, “We launched our app at the end of October, and immediately …

Kongsberg PCS appoints Sales Director to drive growth in EMEA region

  In a strategic move to fortify its presence in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region, Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems (Kongsberg PCS) welcomes Frank Walter as its Sales Director.   Bringing over 25 years of extensive experience in sales, business development, and project management, Frank Walter’s appointment signifies a key addition to Kongsberg …

Asia Paper & Pulp Expands MEA Growth with Sustainable, Plastic-Free Packaging Solutions

Jakarta-based Asia Pulp & Paper (APP), the world’s largest paper mill, highlights the Middle East and Africa (MEA) as a pivotal market for its eco-friendly paper and products due to rising demand for biodegradable packaging solutions, projected to grow around 4% annually. MEA’s post-COVID surge in demand for environmentally friendly paper products, notably in food …

Kongsberg PCS Launches New Kongsberg Ultimate Platform for Corrugated Production

  Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems (Kongsberg PCS) unveiled its latest digital cutting platform, the Kongsberg Ultimate, marking a notable development in the corrugated production sector. The platform is positioned to potentially impact the industry with claims of enhanced productivity, precision, and safety.   Featuring a new drive technology, an acceleration rate of up to 2.74G, …

Amazon Takes Major Step to Eliminate Plastic Packaging in U.S. Fulfillment Centers

Amazon has unveiled its groundbreaking initiative to replace plastic delivery packaging with curbside-recyclable paper solutions at its first fully automated fulfillment center in the United States, located in Euclid, Ohio. This milestone signifies Amazon’s multiyear effort to transition U.S. fulfillment centers from plastic to paper packaging, enabling greater convenience for customers to recycle at home. …

UNIPAKNILE’s Commitment to World-Class Operations Management Transforms Packaging Manufacturing

In a pivotal move for the packaging manufacturing industry, UNIPAKNILE, a member of the INDEVCO Group, is taking significant steps towards world-class operations management (WCOM). This strategic initiative began with a pilot phase in June 2023, focusing on the core WCOM pillar of “Autonomous Management.”   During this phase, one of UNIPAKNILE’s converting machines, the …

Future of Corrugated Manufacturing Unveiled: BHS Corrugated Open House Event 2023

    BHS Corrugated organized an Open House Event in Münster and Greven on April 19, 2023, inviting around 80 representatives from the global corrugated board industry. The event aimed to provide customers with firsthand insight into the future strategy, Box Plant 2025.   According to Lars Engel, Managing Director of BHS Corrugated, “The Box …

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 …

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. …