Mondi invests €400 mn in kraft paper machine at Czech Republic

Mondi, one of the global leaders in sustainable packaging and paper, has announced the approval of a €400 million investment in a new paper machine at its flagship Steti mill in the Czech Republic. The investment forms part of the Group’s €1 billion expansionary capital investment programme to accelerate growth in sustainable packaging and will …

Mondi launches sustainable alternative to plastic shrink wrap

Mondi has launched Hug&Hold, a recyclable, paper-based solution to replace plastic shrink wrap for PET bottle bundle packs.   Hug&Hold comprises two elements that provide secure and safe transportation as well as stacking of bundles of bottled drinks. The first element is a patent-pending sleeve made of 100% kraft paper that wraps around the bottles …

Mondi and Essity launch post-consumer recycled packaging

Mondi, a global leader in packaging and paper, has collaborated with Essity and Dow to create new, recyclable secondary packaging for Essity’s feminine care products, using renewable materials and post-consumer recycled content that reduces use of fossil-based materials.   Essity’s feminine care towels were previously packed in bags that already used 50% renewable materials. Extensive …

Mondi and Fiorini team up to develop recyclable paper packaging

Mondi in partnership with Fiorini International, an Italy-based converter and packaging producer has successfully created and launched a new fully recyclable paper packaging for a premium Italian pasta brand.   Following a complete overhaul of its packaging design, Antico Pastificio Umbro has designed and produced a paper bag with a viewing window for its premium …

Mondi expands capacity in sustainable pet food packaging

Mondi, one of the global leaders in packaging and paper, is investing nearly €65 million in three consumer flexible packaging plants in Europe in order to meet growing customer demand for sustainable pet food packaging solutions.   The European pet food market has grown significantly in recent years, driven by a consistent rise in pet …

Mondi and EW Technology partner for paper pallet wrapping

Mondi, one of the global leaders in packaging and paper, has collaborated with Austrian mechanical engineering company EW Technology to launch a new machine for paper pallet wrapping that is more efficient and sustainable on small-to-medium production lines.   The two companies have worked together to design the innovative machine, which fills a gap Mondi …

Mondi switches all glassine-based release liners

Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, has switched its entire portfolio of glassine-based release liners to certified base paper. The change is part of Mondi’s ongoing, proactive approach to sustainability, which includes developing solutions that are better for the environment.   Glassine-based release liners are mainly used for labels, tapes, and medical …

Mondi and Beck Packautomaten launch paper solution

Mondi, one of the global leaders in sustainable packaging and paper, has collaborated with German machine supplier Beck Packautomaten to create a functional paper solution. The FunctionalBarrier Paper can replace unnecessary plastic packaging, enabling shipments to arrive safely in sustainable and right-sized packaging.   The e-commerce market has grown significantly in recent years, accounting for …