Bambrew, has secured Rs90 crore (US$10.3 million) in new funding to scale up operations and enter international markets. The round was led by Ashok Goel, former Managing Director of Essel Propack, with participation from Japanese environmental venture capital firm ENRISSION INDIA CAPITAL. The company plans to use the capital to …
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Mondi has introduced the recycle PaperPlus Bag Advanced, a high-performance paper bag aimed at providing moisture protection for humidity-sensitive goods, while significantly reducing plastic content. Developed in partnership with flooring systems producer UZIN, the new packaging solution runs on existing filling and sealing equipment and is intended for use in the building …
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KHS GmbH has announced the integration of artificial intelligence into its Innocheck TSI closure inspection unit in response to the growing complexity of inspecting tethered caps. These closures have been mandatory on all non-returnable PET bottles in the European Union since 2024, creating new technical challenges for beverage producers. …
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Abu Dhabi & Dubai, July 3, 2025 — In a landmark move to revolutionize how packaging waste is managed, the United Arab Emirates has launched the region’s first Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) pilot, placing the onus of post-consumer waste squarely on manufacturers and brand owners. Spearheaded by the Ministry of Climate Change …
Nestlé has partnered with IBM Research to advance packaging innovation using artificial intelligence and deep technology. The collaboration focuses on developing a generative AI tool designed to identify new high-barrier packaging materials that protect sensitive food and beverage products. Through this partnership, scientists from both organizations constructed a knowledge base …
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Ranpak has announced the release of the FillPak Mini, which it describes as the smallest electric gap-filling cushioning machine currently available. Targeted at e-commerce warehouses and fulfillment centers, the unit is intended to improve space efficiency and packing operations. The FillPak Mini is designed to fit easily on narrow packing …
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Lecta Self-Adhesives has introduced Adestor Gloss GP PFAS-free, a self-adhesive label material designed for high grease resistance, targeting food packaging applications such as cured meats, cheeses, oils, and ready meals. The new product offers a per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)-free formulation, aligning with current European regulations and the sector’s growing focus …
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ScottsMiracle-Gro and packaging manufacturer ProAmpac have launched a new flexible spouted pouch for Ortho Home Defense Max, designed to reduce plastic waste while maintaining product durability and ease of use. The new pouch replaces traditional rigid plastic containers with a lightweight, flexible alternative. According to ScottsMiracle-Gro, the switch reduces plastic …
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At K 2025 (October 8–16, Düsseldorf), KraussMaffei will showcase its latest developments in injection molding, polyurethane processing, and extrusion—focusing on efficient, high-output solutions for the packaging industry. The spotlight will be on integrated machine systems and material innovations that support faster production cycles, more durable parts, and improved recyclability—key concerns for packaging …
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Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) and Gallus are set to debut two new machine solutions at Labelexpo Europe 2025 in Barcelona (Booth 3E23-3E29), focusing on digital label production and system integration to meet growing market demands. With the digital label printing market projected to exceed $20 billion in the next decade, both companies aim to address …
