Ranpak Introduces Compact FillPak Mini for E-Commerce Fulfillment Centers

      Ranpak has announced the release of the FillPak Mini, which it describes as the smallest electric gap-filling cushioning machine currently available. Targeted at e-commerce warehouses and fulfillment centers, the unit is intended to improve space efficiency and packing operations.     The FillPak Mini is designed to fit easily on narrow packing …

Lecta Launches PFAS-Free Grease-Resistant Label for Food Packaging

    Lecta Self-Adhesives has introduced Adestor Gloss GP PFAS-free, a self-adhesive label material designed for high grease resistance, targeting food packaging applications such as cured meats, cheeses, oils, and ready meals.     The new product offers a per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)-free formulation, aligning with current European regulations and the sector’s growing focus …

ScottsMiracle-Gro & ProAmpac Advances Insecticide Packaging

      ScottsMiracle-Gro and packaging manufacturer ProAmpac have launched a new flexible spouted pouch for Ortho Home Defense Max, designed to reduce plastic waste while maintaining product durability and ease of use.     The new pouch replaces traditional rigid plastic containers with a lightweight, flexible alternative. According to ScottsMiracle-Gro, the switch reduces plastic …

BOBST to Showcase Flexible Packaging Innovations at K 2025 Through Targeted Events

      BOBST is set to host a series of specialized events alongside K 2025 in Düsseldorf, Germany, from October 7–15, highlighting new technologies and services aimed at improving performance, productivity, and sustainability in flexible packaging.     The lineup includes an Open House at Bobst Manchester on October 7, where the company will …

Avery Dennison Launches First RFID Label Approved for PET Recycling Compatibility

    Avery Dennison has introduced the first radio-frequency identification (RFID) label to receive APR Design® for Recyclability recognition from the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR), confirming its compatibility with the polyethylene terephthalate (PET) recycling stream in North America.     The development integrates Avery Dennison’s CleanFlake™ adhesive with its proprietary RFID technology. The result …

Asahi Photoproducts Showcases Solvent-Free Flexo Platemaking at Labelexpo Europe 2025

      Asahi Photoproducts will present the latest developments in its sustainable flexographic plate technologies at Labelexpo Europe 2025 in Barcelona. The focus will be on the expanded AWP™ Ecosystem—a modular, compact solution designed for small-format flexographic printers seeking to eliminate solvent use and reduce water consumption.     The AWP™ Ecosystem includes the …

K 2025: Kuraray Showcases Packaging Innovations Aimed at Sustainability and Recyclability

  At K 2025 in Düsseldorf (October 8–15), Japanese specialty chemicals company Kuraray will highlight a suite of packaging solutions designed to align with tightening global sustainability regulations and circular economy goals. Of particular interest to businesses in the Middle East and Africa (MEA), these developments offer practical pathways to meet new recycling standards, reduce …

Hubergroup Launches First Production Facility for Direct Food Contact Inks in India

    Hubergroup Print Solutions has officially opened India’s first dedicated facility for manufacturing Direct Food Contact (DFC) inks at its Silvassa site. This milestone marks a strategic development for the packaging industry in India and the broader MEA region, setting a precedent for safer and more sustainable packaging solutions.     The new plant, …

UFlex Launches FSSAI-Approved rPET Pellet for Food Packaging

    UFlex, a major flexible packaging manufacturer, has introduced a new single-pellet resin that blends recycled PET with virgin PET for direct use in food and beverage packaging. The innovation meets India’s new food safety and sustainability regulations and could significantly ease the transition to recycled content for FMCG brands across the MEA region. …

Refill Retail Model Targets Packaging Waste Reduction

    A new refill retail concept, Skubu, launched in Diepsloot, Johannesburg, is drawing attention across the packaging sector as a scalable solution to reduce single-use plastic packaging in retail. Developed by Sonke (Pty) Ltd. in partnership with South Africa’s Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and the Department of Science, Technology, and Innovation …