DS Smith introduces fibre-based tray for transatlantic fruit shipments

      DS Smith, an International Paper company, has introduced a fibre-based Closed-Type Tray designed for the transportation of kiwifruit and other fresh fruit and vegetable products from Greece to international markets. The packaging solution is intended for transatlantic supply chains where transit times can exceed 45 days.     The tray is designed …

DS Smith and SOMFY develop corrugated cardboard packaging solution to replace polystyrene inserts

      DS Smith, an International Paper company, and SOMFY have developed a fully recyclable corrugated cardboard packaging solution designed to protect roller shutter motors during transportation while replacing expanded polystyrene (EPS) inserts. The solution has progressed to operational deployment and supports SOMFY’s efforts to increase the use of recyclable industrial packaging materials.   …

Carlsberg, DS Smith and KHS together develop rounded cardboard multipack

        Carlsberg, DS Smith and KHS have developed a cardboard multipack with rounded corners, using SCA’s patented Arcwise technology, with the first launch taking place in Poland.     The pack, named DS Smith Round Wrap, is being used for bottled products including Carlsberg, Garage and Somersby. It is designed for larger …

STI Group develops one-piece click box for detergent pod packaging

STI Group has introduced a new one-piece corrugated board packaging concept for detergent pods, aimed at simplifying packaging construction while reducing material use and improving recyclability. The development reflects the broader packaging industry shift toward fibre-based alternatives for household and e-commerce applications. Called the “One-piece Click Box,” the packaging integrates the box structure, closure mechanism, …

Mondi develops digitally printed recyclable packaging for Riedel Glas

      Mondi has developed a digitally printed corrugated packaging solution for glassware manufacturer Riedel Glas, combining premium retail presentation with recyclable fibre-based materials.     The project focuses on the use of white digital printing directly on brown kraft paper packaging for Riedel’s bourbon glass collection. The packaging was designed to retain the …

Star Paper Mill Inks Milestone signs partnerships with Sweden & Austria at Make it in the Emirates 2026 in Abu Dhabi

        Star Paper Mill signed two international trade partnerships during Make it in the Emirates 2026 in Abu Dhabi, in the presence of H.E. Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of Foreign Trade. The agreements were signed with Austria-based Henzel Sales and Sweden-based Ekman & Co. AB to support the …

Boxon establishes local industrial packaging manufacturing and supply operations in Morocco

    Boxon has introduced local industrial packaging operations in Morocco, aiming to strengthen supply chains through regional production and reduced lead times. The company has established a warehouse and production setup, enabling delivery of both standard and customised packaging solutions produced within the country.     Following its earlier expansion announcement, the company moved …

BOBST presents fully automated corrugated production line integrating converting and end-of-line operations

    BOBST has introduced a fully automated production concept for corrugated box manufacturing, bringing multiple converting and end-of-line processes into a single integrated workflow.     The system combines key stages of corrugated production, including blank feeding, folding-gluing, bundling, and palletising, within one continuous line. The approach is designed to reduce manual intervention and …

Mondi, Biedronka deploy corrugated collection system to support Poland’s deposit scheme

    Mondi has partnered with Polish retailer Biedronka to introduce a corrugated-based collection solution designed to support the rollout of Poland’s deposit return system, with a focus on scalable and material-efficient infrastructure for packaging recovery.     The system, branded Recyklobox, is a fibre-based container developed to collect returnable beverage packaging across retail locations. …

Smurfit Westrock introduces recyclable insulated seafood packaging for Keltic Seafare

      Smurfit Westrock has developed a fully recyclable, insulated seafood packaging solution for Keltic Seafare, marking a shift away from expanded polystyrene (EPS) in temperature-sensitive seafood transport.     The newly introduced solution combines a moisture-resistant corrugated outer case with integrated insulation, designed to withstand wet handling conditions while maintaining structural integrity and …