AptarGroup has introduced a new inverted lidless dispensing closure portfolio, focused on simplifying pack architecture while improving dispensing functionality in beauty and personal care applications. The design eliminates the need for a separate cap or lid, enabling an inverted, ready-to-dispense packaging format where the closure remains open but controlled. …
Sidel introduces RoboSELEX for secondary packaging operations
Sidel has introduced the Cermex RoboSELEX robotic collating system at interpack 2026, targeting increased flexibility and efficiency in secondary packaging and end-of-line operations. The system is designed to manage a wide range of lightweight PET bottles and container formats, enabling continuous, accumulation-free product handling prior to case packing. With speeds of …
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Mondi, Biedronka deploy corrugated collection system to support Poland’s deposit scheme
Mondi has partnered with Polish retailer Biedronka to introduce a corrugated-based collection solution designed to support the rollout of Poland’s deposit return system, with a focus on scalable and material-efficient infrastructure for packaging recovery. The system, branded Recyklobox, is a fibre-based container developed to collect returnable beverage packaging across retail locations. …
Amazon partners with IIT Roorkee to develop packaging from agricultural waste
Amazon has entered a research collaboration with Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee to develop recyclable packaging materials using agricultural residues such as wheat straw and sugarcane bagasse. The initiative focuses on converting crop waste into non-wood fibre pulp for use in paper-based packaging applications. The development addresses a structural issue …
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Baladna partners with IFC to assess rebuilding Syria’s dairy value chain
Baladna Food Industries has entered into an advisory engagement with the International Finance Corporation, part of the World Bank Group, to evaluate the reconstruction of dairy supply chains in Syria. The engagement will focus on assessing milk production capacity, supply logistics, and market structure, with the objective of restoring a …
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ePS launches CommandCore platform for packaging operations integration
ePS (eProductivity Software) has announced the launch of CommandCore™, a unified operational platform designed for packaging manufacturers to address challenges associated with fragmented systems across production, planning, quality, and sustainability functions. Packaging manufacturers often operate core processes, including ERP, manufacturing execution, scheduling, quality, and sustainability, across disconnected systems. According to the …
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ProAmpac expands pet food packaging capabilities ahead of Petfood Forum 2026
ProAmpac is strengthening its position in the pet food sector with an expanded packaging portfolio, set to be showcased at Petfood Forum 2026 in Kansas City from April 27–29. The company is advancing packaging technologies across a wide range of applications, including dry kibble, treats, freeze-dried products, retort formats and pet …
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BA Glass acquires stake in Sotuver to expand North Africa presence
BA Glass has acquired a significant equity stake in Sotuver, marking a strategic move to strengthen its presence across North Africa and the wider Mediterranean region. The investment, undertaken in partnership with Bayahi Group, is aimed at accelerating growth in emerging packaging markets while reinforcing regional manufacturing capabilities. Sotuver is a …
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CHINAPLAS 2026 underscores shift to circular materials and intelligent packaging systems
CHINAPLAS 2026 brought into sharp focus the accelerating transition of the global packaging industry toward circular materials, integrated processing technologies, and data-driven manufacturing. The exhibition gathered leading material suppliers, machinery manufacturers, and technology providers, highlighting how packaging is evolving from component-level improvements to fully aligned production ecosystems. Material innovation remained a …
Bergenbier launches 30 limited edition cans using multiprint technology
Bergenbier, part of the Molson Coors portfolio, has marked its 30th anniversary with the launch of 30 limited edition beverage can designs produced using CANPACK’s Multiprint technology. The initiative was developed with Ogilvy Romania and Creative Impact, with each can featuring a distinct visual linked to shared consumer experiences. The designs …
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