Nestlé has inaugurated its SparX Innovation Hub at its Middle East and North Africa headquarters in Expo City Dubai, using artificial intelligence and real-time consumer insight to accelerate product development across the region. Opened on 8 July, the hub is designed to identify emerging consumer opportunities, support experimentation and develop products, services and experiences. …
ePS releases CommandCore 2026.2 to support ERP, MES and scheduling workflows
ePS has released CommandCore 2026.2, a platform update for packaging manufacturers covering enterprise resource planning, manufacturing execution systems, production control and scheduling. Announced on 29 June 2026, the update is aimed at helping packaging plants standardise operational knowledge as experienced estimators, planners and operators leave the workforce. “Packaging manufacturers are facing a real knowledge-transfer challenge,” …
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Bobst unveils automated EXPERT K5 metallizer across flexible packaging plants
Bobst has launched the next generation of its EXPERT K5 vacuum metallizer, introducing autonomous machine operation for the flexible packaging industry. The new system integrates artificial intelligence to reduce operator dependency, enhance consistency, and increase productivity. Equipped with the company’s proprietary iMA (Intelligent Metallizing Assistant) technology, the EXPERT K5 replaces manual adjustments with …
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KHS Integrates AI into Cap Inspection System Amid EU Tethered Cap Mandate
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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Nestlé and IBM Collaborate on AI Tool for High-Barrier Packaging Discovery
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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Sistrade to present Smart Packaging solutions at Gulf Print & Pack Saudi 2025
Sistrade, an international provider of management software solutions for the printing and packaging industries, will participate in Gulf Print & Pack Saudi 2025. The event, a key platform for the region’s printing and packaging sector, will take place at the Riyadh Front Exhibition Conference Center from January 14-16, 2025. During the exhibition, Sistrade …
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AI meets art: Nutella® labels reimagined by Eurostampa, Bria, and HP
Eurostampa, Bria, and HP have joined forces on the Envelope 8 project to redesign Nutella®’s iconic label using generative AI (gen-AI) and advanced digital printing. This collaboration resulted in 9,000 unique labels inspired by art movements such as Cubism, Impressionism, and Pop Art, showcasing the potential of technology to enhance personalization and creativity in …
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Borouge partners with MBZUAI to drive AI innovation and talent development
Borouge, a petrochemical company specializing in polyolefin solutions, has entered a strategic partnership with the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) to advance artificial intelligence (AI) research, foster innovation, and offer student internship opportunities. The collaboration aims to bolster AI and digitalization initiatives at Borouge, supporting industries such as energy, healthcare, …
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