BUA Group, one of Africa’s prominent industrial conglomerates, has announced its entry into packaging materials manufacturing through a partnership with Austria-based Starlinger & Co. Limited, a global supplier of packaging machinery. The collaboration will establish a state-of-the-art facility with the capacity to produce 600 million polypropylene (PP) block-bottom bags annually. This move is …
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Turkish flexible packaging manufacturer Çevikbaş Packaging has significantly enhanced its production capabilities following the installation of two BOBST RS 6003 gravure presses in 2021. The investment has increased the company’s annual production capacity by 40%, reaching 18,000 tons, while supporting its sustainability goals and international growth strategy. Founded in 1988, Çevikbaş specializes in …
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Unilever has significantly increased its investment in packaging research and development (R&D) to accelerate its efforts in reducing virgin plastic use. The company has more than doubled its investment in materials science and technology in recent years, focusing on sustainable solutions to achieve its plastic reduction goals. The Global Packaging R&D Centre, which …
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Paramount Labels has enhanced its production capabilities with the installation of the Rotatek Brava 450, a state-of-the-art printing press known for its versatility and efficiency. The Brava 450 combines advanced technology to cater to varying production demands, offering semi-rotary and full-rotary systems. This adaptability allows seamless handling of short, medium, and long print …
Plastic is indispensable in modern life, serving critical functions in food, hygiene, and medical packaging. However, the intricate material compositions of flexible packaging present substantial challenges in recycling,” highlights Dr. Lettowsky. Reifenhäuser leads with mono material solutions and advanced MDO technology, such as the 18-micron thin MDO-PE film and EVO Ultra Stretch. Our …
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With over a century of expertise, the Reifenhäuser Group stands as a beacon of innovation and sustainability in the plastics industry. Founded in 1911 by Anton Reifenhäuser and still family-owned today, the company has evolved into a global leader with 1,750 employees worldwide across four specialized business units dedicated to films and nonwovens. …
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Amcor, in collaboration with Mespack, has introduced a 2-liter recycle-ready stand-up pouch for home care products such as liquid soaps, cleaners, and laundry detergents. This innovation addresses the technical challenges of larger-format pouches while meeting sustainability demands. Until now, recycle-ready pouches have been limited to sizes between 1 and 1.5 liters due to …
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ULMA Packaging has established a new office in Dubai, UAE, as part of its strategy to enhance its footprint in the Middle East. The move aims to provide closer support to key industries, including fresh food, ready meals, and medical devices. The Dubai office reflects ULMA’s commitment to delivering more efficient services and …
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Founded in 1954, Comexi has established itself as a pioneering force in the flexible packaging industry, dedicated to providing innovative solutions for diverse market needs. Headquartered in Girona, Spain, Comexi specializes in the design, production, and marketing of advanced printing and converting equipment, making it a key player on the global stage. As a …
Siegwerk, a global leader in printing inks and coatings for packaging applications, has joined forces with EPP Dubai, Borouge, and Windmöller & Hölscher to develop functional mono-material packaging structures tailored for food applications. This collaboration aims to demonstrate the efficient production of mono-material food packaging utilizing an innovative oxygen barrier, achieved through Siegwerk’s advanced …
