MCC strengthens environmental and social performance across its global label operations

      Multi-Color Corporation (MCC), has strengthened its sustainability governance, internal policies, and reporting systems across its international operations as part of wider efforts to improve environmental and social performance within its business and supply chain.     The company has implemented measures aimed at improving transparency, strengthening operational oversight, and integrating sustainability considerations …

Sidel technologies recognised for reducing PET use and energy consumption

Sidel has been recognised at the 2026 SEAL (Sustainability, Environmental Achievement and Leadership) Business Sustainability Awards for two technologies aimed at reducing material use and energy consumption in beverage production: the EvoBLOW Laser and the SWING® Evo tunnel pasteuriser. The EvoBLOW Laser was acknowledged for its role in improving PET bottle production efficiency. The system …

Esko launches Print Clone colour-matching software for digital print workflows

Later in 2025, Esko introduced Print Clone, a cloud-based colour-matching software developed to improve colour consistency and efficiency in digital packaging and label printing. The solution is designed to replicate colours from previously printed jobs with high accuracy, reducing reliance on manual trial-and-error processes traditionally used in colour matching. Print Clone uses artificial intelligence and …

Mondi recognised for advancements in sustainable and functional packaging design

    Mondi’s paper-based and recyclable packaging solutions set new benchmarks for functionality, circularity, and sector-specific performance. Mondi has reinforced its leadership in sustainable packaging with nine of its innovations recognised at the 2026 WorldStar Packaging Awards, organised by the World Packaging Organisation (WPO). Rather than celebrating the awards alone, the real story lies in …

DS Smith retains EcoVadis Platinum rating with improved sustainability score

      DS Smith has retained its Platinum rating from EcoVadis, a global sustainability assessment platform, marking continued recognition for its corporate social responsibility (CSR) performance. The company’s overall score has increased from 83 to 88 out of 100, placing it within the top 1% of all companies evaluated worldwide.     EcoVadis assesses …

Tetra Pak packaging technology integrated at Meliha Dairy Factory in Sharjah

    The Meliha Dairy Factory in Sharjah was officially inaugurated by Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, marking the launch of a fully integrated dairy production and packaging operation in the United Arab Emirates. A central feature of the project is the deployment of Tetra Pak’s carton packaging technology, which forms a core …

Hotpack Global recognised at Sustainability 2040 Awards in the Middle East

      Hotpack Global has been named Sustainable Business of the Year – Middle East (FMCG Sector) at the Sustainability 2040 Awards, recognising the company’s sustainability initiatives and reporting practices. The award places the UAE-based packaging manufacturer among organisations contributing to long-term environmental and social goals aligned with regional sustainability frameworks.     According …

SIG awarded EcoVadis platinum rating for seventh year with highest-ever score

  SIG has received a platinum rating from EcoVadis for the seventh consecutive year, earning a record score of 99 out of 100 in its 2025 assessment. According to the company, this result places SIG among the top 1% of more than 130,000 companies assessed globally for sustainability performance.     The EcoVadis rating is …

SIG secures 9 filling line contracts and wins innovation award at Gulfood Manufacturing 2025

SIG has signed contracts to supply nine aseptic filling lines during the Gulfood Manufacturing 2025 trade show, held from November 4 to 6 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The deals, concluded during the three-day event, reflect SIG’s expanding role in aseptic packaging for the food and beverage sector across the region. The company also …

Reifenhäuser wins German Design Award for new HMI interfac

      Duesseldorf, October 12, 2025 — The Reifenhäuser Group has received the prestigious German Design Award for its new human-machine interface (HMI), unveiled at K 2025 in Duesseldorf. The new system introduces a uniform design language across the company’s blown film, flat film, and nonwoven production lines, with a focus on simplicity and …