KHS expands service portfolio for lightweight can filling

  KHS has introduced a new service solution to address the challenges of filling lightweight cans, ensuring production efficiency while adapting to industry trends toward thinner-walled containers.   As beverage manufacturers seek to reduce material usage and environmental impact, can wall thickness has significantly decreased, requiring adjustments in filling technology. “Whereas classic formats could withstand …

Mark Andy introduces High-Speed hybrid label press

  Mark Andy has unveiled the Digital Series HD HighSpeed 1200 (DSHD HighSpeed 1200), a hybrid inkjet/flexo press designed for high-speed label production. The press offers enhanced speed and flexibility, positioning itself as a key advancement in the narrow web sector.   The new model, available in 13-inch and 17-inch web widths (330mm and 430mm), …

Coca-Cola Nigeria opens advanced Packaging Collection Hub to drive recycling

  The Coca-Cola System in Nigeria, encompassing Coca-Cola Nigeria Limited and the Nigerian Bottling Company (NBC), has launched a state-of-the-art Packaging Collection Hub in Apapa, Lagos. It has been designed to process up to 13,000 metric tonnes of plastic bottles annually, which has augmented Nigeria’s recycling infrastructure and fostered a circular economy.   “This facility …

Borouge secures $100mln in new supply agreements to strengthen its leadership in advanced packaging

  Borouge Plc, a leading petrochemicals company specializing in innovative polyolefin solutions, has announced a series of new supply agreements and collaborations valued at over $100 million (AED367 million). These agreements underscore Borouge’s commitment to sustainability and its leadership in advancing advanced materials.   The company has signed agreements to supply advanced polyethylene and polypropylene …

UPM Raflatac introduces new swatchbooks for premium labeling

  UPM Raflatac has introduced new swatchbooks for wine, spirits, beverage, and premium labeling in the EMEIA market. The swatchbooks, available in compact and large-scale formats, offer printers, brands, and designers the ability to evaluate label materials based on texture, color, and aesthetics.   “Swatchbooks are essential tools for printers and designers, providing both a …

SCHÜTZ and NPF partner to produce ECOBULK IBCs in Saudi Arabia

  SCHÜTZ and National Plastic Factory Company (NPF) have signed a licence agreement to produce ECOBULK Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs) for the Saudi Arabian and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) markets. A new production facility will be established near Dammam, a strategic port city on the Arabian Gulf.   Founded in Riyadh in 1976, NPF is …

Avery Dennison unveils RFID-enabled traceability solution for pre-filled syringes

  Avery Dennison, in collaboration with Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD), has introduced an RFID-enabled solution for the traceability of pre-filled syringes (PFS). The innovation, called BD iDFill™ Individual Prefillable Syringe Identification, integrates RFID tags into the syringe’s rigid needle shield, which allows the product to maintain its original design while gaining a digital identity. …

Esko Pack Proof achieves Fogra55 certification for ECG printing process

  Esko Pack Proof has secured the first-ever Fogra55 certification for the Extended Color Gamut (ECG) printing process, ensuring high color accuracy for packaging applications. This new certification joins the software’s existing Fogra39 and Fogra51 accreditations, which guarantee the ability to match ISO12647-7 quality standards.   The Pack Proof software is designed to accurately model …

Jindal Films Europe announces commitment to launch 5-10 sustainable packaging innovations annually

  Jindal Films Europe (JFE), part of the USD 2.5 billion B.C. Jindal Group, has committed to launching 5-10 new films each year focused on sustainable solutions for the flexible packaging sector. This initiative aligns with growing consumer demand for eco-friendly packaging and positions JFE at the forefront of sustainability efforts in the industry.   …

Emirates NBD partners with Rebound to promote sustainability and circular economy

  Emirates NBD has partnered with Rebound to promote sustainability awareness among employees and stakeholders. The collaboration aligns with the bank’s long-term sustainability agenda and supports its efforts to enhance waste management and recycling practices.   Rebound was selected as one of four startups in the second cohort of Emirates NBD’s National Digital Talent Incubator …