BOBST launches redesigned MASTERFOLD for corrugated converting

      BOBST has launched a redesigned MASTERFOLD folder-gluer platform for corrugated board converting, targeting converters that need faster setup, higher automation, improved operator safety and more consistent box production.     The modernised MASTERFOLD 170, 230 and 300 range updates BOBST’s flagship corrugated folding-gluing line with new digital, connectivity and automation capabilities. The …

Heidelberg expands global packaging print support with manroland sheetfed service takeover

        Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG announced that it plans to integrate the lifecycle business and global sales and service subsidiaries of the manroland sheetfed Group, expanding service coverage for printing and packaging customers worldwide.     The transaction includes manroland sheetfed’s service and spare parts business, related intellectual property, selected assets, approximately 35 …

Fedrigoni evolves SH6020-W PLUS for reusable wine bottles

      Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives has introduced SH6020-W PLUS, an evolved adhesive solution for wine, spirits and craft beverage labels, designed to combine established label performance with end-of-life wash-off functionality for reusable glass bottles.     Built on the company’s SH6020 PLUS adhesive technology, the new SH6020-W PLUS has been developed for use with selected …

Paranova launches paper-based punnets for Flavourfresh tomatoes

        Paranova Print and Packaging has introduced FibreFresh paper-based punnets for Flavourfresh’s limited-edition Tomalina tomato range, launched in Asda stores for the UK summer season.     The new format has been developed as an alternative to conventional all-plastic fresh produce packs, combining a paper-based tray with heat-sealing capability for retail tomato …

Koenig & Bauer and RobCo partner to advance no-code robotics for print and packaging production

      Koenig & Bauer has entered into a strategic partnership with Munich-based robotics company RobCo to develop no-code robotics applications for printing and packaging production environments. The collaboration forms part of Koenig & Bauer’s strategic framework, IMPACT, and is intended to support greater automation across production workflows, particularly in areas where manual handling …

Compass Group & Ireland rolls out Cauli smart reusable packaging system to cut foodservice waste

      Compass Group UK & Ireland is expanding the deployment of Cauli’s reusable food and drink packaging system across its operations following a proof-of-concept phase, as the foodservice group works to reduce single-use packaging waste. The rollout is being extended across high-volume operating environments within Compass’ Restaurant Associates Group, Eurest, Chartwells and Healthcare …

Complimentary Webinar: Increasing Profitability of High-output Systems in a Rapidly Evolving PET Market

  Our next webinar, will be hosted in collaboration with Husky Technologies on July 9, 2026 at 3:00 PM GST       REGISTER NOW FOR FREE: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NQc_N6ztT-aA77szptrVOw#/registration   The session will feature Philip Parubets, General Manager, North-Central-West Africa, Husky Technologies™, who will share insights on improving efficiency and profitability in today’s changing PET market.

PackTack with Jasmine Keeton – Unilever

    In this exclusive Packaging MEA interview, Ben Daniel speaks with Jasmine Keeton, Head of R&D Beauty & Wellbeing for Pakistan, Turkey, Arabia and Bangladesh (PTAB) at Unilever, about bout Dove’s first major haircare packaging redesign in 15 years.         Topics Covered: • Dove’s haircare packaging redesign • Performance-led packaging innovation …

L’Oréal Middle East climate pledge puts refill packaging and circular retail in focus

      L’Oréal Middle East has signed the UAE Climate-Responsible Companies Pledge with the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, reinforcing its sustainability commitments while placing refillable packaging and circular retail models at the centre of its regional strategy.     The announcement was made during the third edition of the L’Oréal For the …

Tadweer Group to upgrade Al Ain recycling facility to process 400,000 tonnes of waste annually

      Tadweer Group has awarded a contract to Bou Chalhoub Metrix General Contracting to upgrade, reconstruct and commission the Al Ain Material Recovery Facility, strengthening Abu Dhabi’s waste recovery infrastructure and circular economy capacity.     The upgraded facility will be designed to process 400,000 tonnes of municipal solid waste annually, serving Al …