Mondi has developed a packaging concept combining a corrugated outer box with recyclable, laser-marked flexible packaging for e-commerce and bag-in-box applications. The company is working with customers and partners to assess commercial implementation in pet food, home and personal care products, and other e-commerce formats. The concept applies artwork directly to …
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Metsä Board will modernise the board machine winder at its Kemi mill during the site’s annual maintenance shutdown in October and November 2026, targeting improvements in finishing operations for coated white-top kraftliner used in corrugated packaging. The investment is intended to improve product quality, production efficiency and supply-chain reliability at the mill. Metsä Board said …
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BOBST is strengthening its focus on automation, digitalisation and integrated corrugated converting through appearances at two major industry events in 2026, addressing developments spanning flexo printing, die-cutting, folding-gluing, robotics and AI. The Swiss packaging technology company outlined its corrugated strategy at the inaugural Corrugated 2026, held from 19–22 May at Fira …
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By Ben Daniel, Chief Editor, Packaging MEA Paper and paperboard packaging are gaining ground across the Middle East and Africa as regulation, sustainability commitments and demand for recyclable formats reshape packaging decisions. But replacing plastic with paper is not circularity in itself. For converters and brand owners, the real challenge is combining …
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DS Smith, an International Paper company, and Schneider Electric have jointly developed a fibre-based packaging solution for transporting three types of integrated electrical switchgear products. Announced in London on 28 July 2026, the packaging is designed to improve product protection, handling efficiency and material use while supporting Schneider Electric’s packaging sustainability objectives. …
Saudi Arabia – Al Medan Project Company for Corrugated Carton (MPFC) has officially inaugurated its new offices, marking an important milestone in the company’s continued growth, operational development, and commitment to excellence in the corrugated packaging industry. The opening ceremony was led by Mr. Mosad Ewais, General Manager of MPFC, who officially …
DS Smith and BWT (Best Water Technology) have developed a fibre-based transport box for BWT’s MACH water filters and accessories, with the packaging now being manufactured in two versions for use in Austria. Announced in London on 7 July 2026, the solution is designed for two types of MACH water …
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Packsize has announced an agreement to acquire the packaging business of Panotec, an Italian manufacturer of automated right-sized packaging machines, in a move aimed at expanding its global machine portfolio and customer base. The Salt Lake City-based company said on 30 June 2026 that the transaction would increase its …
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 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 …
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