THIMM Group has reported a measurable increase in production efficiency following investments in converting and automation equipment from BOBST Group at one of its corrugated packaging facilities. The upgrade involved the installation of a BOBST MASTER CUT die-cutter, complemented by Toolink for tooling management, and a MASTERFOLD folder-gluer integrated with the …
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Kodak has released version 11.5 of the web-based KODAK PRINERGY INSITE Portals, introducing updates to its prepress and creative workflow tools. The portals provide authorized users with continuous remote access to production environments. The PRINERGY INSITE Prepress Portal functions as a gateway to prepress operations, enabling file uploads into the …
Europe’s gas supply strategy is facing renewed strain amid rising geopolitical risks and tightening global LNG markets, shifting attention toward African liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects that were sanctioned prior to current disruptions and are now nearing or entering production. These projects are increasingly viewed as near-term supply options, offering available or soon-to-be-available volumes without …
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South Africa’s paper recycling rate has reached 63.3 percent, reflecting continued recovery activity across the country’s waste management system, according to the Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa, which represents the country’s paper and pulp manufacturing sector. The figure indicates stable recovery levels supported by established collection networks and consistent demand …
Boxon is launching a new generation of recycled polyethylene terephthalate rPET Big Bags across Europe, Middle East and Africa starting in week 12 introducing what it describes as the first recycled Big Bag approved for direct food contact in the region. The product is manufactured from recycled PET bottles and is …
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A new dispensing solution developed by AptarGroup highlights a shift in packaging innovation within the beauty segment, focusing on precision dosing, hygiene, and functional design. The NeoDropper Autoload replaces the conventional rubber bulb dropper with a mechanically actuated system that automatically loads a fixed dose of product during opening. The …
SOUTH AFRICA: Fibre Circle has launched a Gauteng-wide campaign aimed at increasing the collection and recycling of liquid board packaging (LBP), targeting improved recovery of used beverage cartons across the province. The initiative, led by the producer responsibility organisation (PRO) for South Africa’s paper and paper packaging sector, was …
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Husky Technologies has appointed Robert Domodossola as its President and Chief Executive Officer, following a leadership decision by its parent company, GPGI, Inc. Domodossola brings close to 30 years of experience within Husky, having joined the company in 1996. During his tenure, he has held a range of senior leadership roles …
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Aluminium supply concerns are intensifying across the Gulf region following disruptions to shipments from Bahrain and growing uncertainty around regional smelter operations, raising potential implications for downstream industries including packaging. Industry reports indicate that shipments from Aluminium Bahrain (Alba) have been affected, while attention is also turning to possible operational risks in …
Stockholders of Sealed Air have approved the company’s proposed acquisition by an affiliate of Clayton, Dubilier & Rice(CD&R), marking a key step toward the completion of the $10.3 billion transaction that will take the global packaging supplier private. The approval was confirmed during a special meeting of stockholders held on February 25, 2026. The transaction remains …
