ProAmpac has introduced its latest innovation with the launch of the ProActive Recyclable Fresh Tray FT-1000, a polypropylene-based tray designed for sustainability and operational efficiency. Classified as plastic #5 and approved for curbside recycling, this tray targets the food service and grocery sectors with its lightweight and recyclable properties. Pascal Labrie, vice president …
Mondi unveils FlexiBag Reinforced: A new generation of recyclable packaging
Mondi, a leading global provider of sustainable packaging and paper solutions, has introduced FlexiBag Reinforced, a new line of recyclable packaging. These mono-PE-based bags are designed to contribute to a circular economy, being recyclable where collection and recycling systems for PE films are available. The FlexiBag Reinforced range, developed in-house by Mondi, offers …
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Platinum Packaging Kenya enhances efficiency with BOBST oneECG technology
Platinum Packaging, a Kenyan flexible packaging specialist, has implemented two BOBST MASTER M6 inline flexo presses with oneECG technology to optimize its production floor. This strategic investment aims to enhance operational efficiency and address key pain points such as long setup times and high levels of waste. Nairobi-based Platinum Packaging Ltd, established in …
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Vinsak enhances global reach with Rotatek acquisition and Dubai headquarters
Vinsak, a leading name in the printing and packaging industry, has completed the acquisition of Rotatek Printing and Packaging Technologies SL, a move aimed at bolstering its global footprint and manufacturing capabilities. Rotatek’s manufacturing hub will remain firmly rooted in Barcelona, Spain, where recent expansions have added 15,000 square feet to its facilities. …
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BOBST partners with PACKITOO to enhance digital solutions in packaging industry
BOBST has announced a strategic partnership with PACKITOO, a French company specializing in digital solutions for the packaging industry. This collaboration is part of BOBST’s ongoing strategy to digitalize and connect the packaging value chain, from brand owners to converters and equipment suppliers. PACKITOO’s HIPE, a web-based sales tool tailored for the packaging …
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Constantia Flexibles launches recyclable EcoTwistPaper for confectionery packaging
Constantia Flexibles, a leading packaging solutions provider, has unveiled EcoTwistPaper, a novel packaging solution tailored for the confectionery sector. Designed with a focus on recyclability and sustainability, EcoTwistPaper represents a significant step forward in the packaging industry. Unlike traditional twist-wraps that often contain non-recyclable components such as wax or polymeric coatings, EcoTwistPaper is …
Middle East forges sustainable path in packaging on heels of World Environment Day
As Dubai Municipality announced a comprehensive ban on all single-use bags, including plastic and paper variants, effective June 1st, the world celebrated World Environment Day on June 5th. Dubai Municipality’s move marked a significant milestone in its sustainability journey. This move aligns with the broader mission to curb non-biodegradable single-use plastic waste and …
Heidelberg reports order surge post-drupa, ending short-time work in June
Heidelberg has announced a significant recovery in incoming orders following its participation in the drupa trade fair in Düsseldorf. The event attracted a global audience, resulting in a surge of orders and increased production capacity utilization, allowing HEIDELBERG to end short-time work at its German sites by June 2024. “Our drupa team impressed …
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ePac Flexible Packaging charts course for growth amid industry challenges
ePac Flexible Packaging, founded in 2016 as the world’s first all-digital flexible packaging company, has recently celebrated its 8th anniversary in May. The company has maintained an impressive growth trajectory, with consistent growth rates between 50% and 100% annually from 2016 to 2022. Despite a slight slowdown in 2023, ePac still achieved a 30% …
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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 …
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