SPPP 2024: Vinsak will highlight innovative solutions for MEA’s booming packaging industry

  Vinsak, a leading provider of printing and packaging solutions, is gearing up to showcase its latest innovations at the upcoming Saudi Print and Pack Expo. The event comes at a pivotal time for Saudi Arabia’s economy, which is undergoing a transformative shift poised for rapid growth in the next decade. This growth is expected …

Flint Group launches Novasens® P670 PRIME ink series for sheetfed offset printers

  Flint Group, a global print consumables supplier, has introduced Novasens® P670 PRIME, a new high-performance low odor, low migration (LOLM) process ink series tailored for Sheetfed Offset packaging printers worldwide.   The Novasens® P670 PRIME ink series aims to provide Sheetfed Offset printers with a solution that enhances efficiency and reduces waste while meeting …

XSYS introduces EcoFillX Software for ThermoFlexX Imagers

  XSYS has unveiled EcoFillX, a groundbreaking software feature designed for ThermoFlexX imagers, aimed at reducing washout solvent consumption. This development focuses on the non-image areas of photopolymer printing plates, marking a significant stride towards enhancing the sustainability of the flexographic platemaking process.   “Sustainability is a paramount concern for all manufacturers today, and XSYS …

Xeikon unveils new 1200 dpi inkjet press for high-end label segment

  Xeikon has revealed details of its latest Panther inkjet technology, announcing the upcoming launch of the Xeikon PX3300HD, a new 1200 dpi digital press designed for high-quality labels. Set to debut at drupa 2024, the press offers a 330mm printing width and speeds up to 70 m/min, even with high-opacity white printing. The Xeikon …

Siegwerk and Borouge collaborate to develop Fully Recyclable Mono-Material Solutions

  Siegwerk and Borouge have joined forces to co-develop 100% recyclable mono-material solutions, aiming to advance packaging design for a circular economy. This partnership seeks to replace multi-material packaging with advanced mono-material structures, offering the same performance while being easier to recycle.   “The switch to mono-material packaging is an essential lever to ease the …

Nesquik® introduces Recyclable Shrink Sleeve Labels for Bottles

  Nestlé has announced the conversion of its Nesquik ready-to-drink portfolio to a new recyclable shrink sleeve label, designed to enhance recycling ease for consumers. The shrink sleeve, which conforms to the bottle, utilizes light-blocking print technology and is compatible with the U.S. recycling stream. This innovation makes Nesquik the first Nestlé product on shelves …

Namaqua Wines selects SIG as preferred Carton Packaging Supplier

  Namaqua Wines, a prominent wine producer in the Southern Hemisphere, has partnered with SIG as its preferred supplier for carton packaging, specifically for its low-alcohol wine range. This marks Namaqua’s first investment in its own filling machine for aseptic carton packs, having previously relied on a co-packer for this process.   Situated on South …

Nexgen Packaging opens African Headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya

  Nexgen Packaging has opened its African headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya, marking a significant step for the global provider of apparel brand identification and packaging products. The event, attended by dignitaries including His Excellency Hon. William Samoei Ruto, Ph.D., C.G.H., President of the Republic of Kenya, and Meg Whitman, U.S. Ambassador to Kenya, highlighted Nexgen’s …

Starbucks introduces sustainable cold cups, cuts plastic use by 20%

  Starbucks has unveiled a new line of cold drink cups aimed at reducing plastic waste. These cups, available in tall, grande, venti, and trenta sizes, are set to debut this month in stores across the U.S. and Canada. The company estimates that this move will prevent over 13.5 million pounds of plastic from ending …

Al-Shams Printing and Packaging elevates capabilities with Heidelberg’s latest addition

  In a move that highlights their commitment to innovation, Al-Shams Printing and Packaging, a prominent player in Saudi Arabia’s printing sector, has recently upgraded their fleet with the Heidelberg Speedmaster XL106-6+LX3 Combi. This new machine, known for its fully automated and high productivity features, is capable of printing both conventional and UV inks, as …