MPS connectivity and performance service has launched VirtualCoach, a new product which offers to enhance the quality and efficiency of printing press performance. It is a real-time innovative operating tool that works within MPSConnect and is available on all new MPS presses. As a personalised, data-driven AI instructional and guidance application, VirtualCoach is based …
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PepsiCo has announced to trial new paper-based outer packaging for its Walkers Baked multipacks, in a first for savoury snacks flexible packaging in the UK. The trial pack is widely recyclable and will replace plastic outer wrapping on more than 300,000 six-pack multipacks of two popular Walkers Baked flavours – Sea Salt and Cheese …
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A team of researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) have developed a single-step, organic solvent-free, hydrothermal process to convert polyethylene-based plastic bags and polypropylene-based surgical masks into carbon dots. An estimated 26,000 metric tons of pandemic-related plastic waste – from medical waste to online shopping packaging – have been released into the world’s oceans, making …
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Alplapharma, the Alpla Group with its division and the Spanish packaging company Inden Pharma have announced to strengthen their footprint in the pharmaceutical market by establishing a joint venture. Alplapharma is bringing production sites in Greece and Poland into the cooperation, complemented by Inden Pharma’s two facilities in Spain and an additional one the two …
PA Consulting (PA) and PulPac, the Swedish R&D and IP company behind the proprietary production process of Dry Molded Fiber have announced the launch of the Bottle Collective. The Collective will create a fiber bottle alternative to help minimise the use of single-use plastic bottles in food, drink, consumer health and FMCG industries. The …
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Quadpack has launched ‘Light Me Up’ makeup and skincare in a new airless refillable flow pen with four different, sensorial, cold-touch tips. The company stated, “The refill system is practical and intuitive: the inner bottle can be easily removed for recycling and replaced with a simple turn. The four different, sensorial cold tips create …
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Dow has appointed Sami Mainich as the President of its Africa operations, effective immediately. Mainich previously served as the Managing Director for Dow North and West Africa. Based in Cairo, Egypt, he will be accountable for capitalising on market opportunities, working closely with the businesses to drive and implement accelerated growth strategies across the …
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Smurfit Kappa has patented a new innovative Vitop Uno tap which is the first tap in the Bag-in-Box market to have attached tamper protection. The new tap design is compliant with the forthcoming Single Use Plastics Directive as it does not require the consumer to remove the tamper protection. Instead, it is deactivated when …
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SunKiss, the UAE homegrown developer of sustainable and environmentally friendly suncare products, showcased the role it is playing in reducing plastic waste in the ocean during this year’s Dubai International Boat Show, which took place at Dubai Harbour. Research has revealed that over 14 million tonnes of plastic end up in the ocean every …
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Heidelberg has announced the appointment of Florian Pitzinger as the Head of Global Corporate Communications effective from 1 March. Pitzinger’s area of responsibility includes all communication channels and the management of the brand. He most recently worked at tire manufacturer Michelin and before that at technology company Robert Bosch GmbH. Dr. Ludwin …
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