Labelexpo Europe 2025, set to take place in Barcelona from 16–19 September, will for the first time feature folding carton technology alongside labels and flexible packaging. Organizers say the move reflects the convergence of print technologies and rising demand for shorter runs, automation, and sustainable packaging. Andy Thomas-Emans, Strategic Director at Informa …
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Driven by regulatory shifts and rising consumer demand for sustainability, Tetra Pak is piloting an industry-first paper-based cap — marking a new milestone in its journey to create “the world’s most sustainable food package.” “We’re on a journey to deliver the world’s most sustainable food package,” said Aldo Fontana, Global Product Manager …
KIND Snacks has introduced a fully recyclable paper wrapper in select Whole Foods Market locations across the United States, a move that may signal a turning point in snack food packaging. The new wrapper, made from a How2Recycle pre-qualified, curbside-recyclable paper, is part of a broader pilot aimed at reducing single-use plastics in …
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The Middle East Paper Company (MEPCO), a leading player in Saudi Arabia’s paper manufacturing industry, has laid the foundation for its fifth paper machine (PM5), the largest of its kind in the Middle East. The new line marks a major milestone in MEPCO’s strategic growth plan, set to double the company’s production capacity …
SIG reported a 15% increase in sales for its SIG Terra portfolio of sustainable packaging materials for aseptic cartons in 2024. This growth exceeds the company’s overall 6% revenue increase in carton packaging, reflecting the growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions. SIG Terra is designed to reduce the environmental impact of packaging. In 2024, approximately …
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The project aims to modernize Al Rabie’s factory with cutting-edge digital technologies from Tetra Pak, enhancing efficiency and sustainability in line with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. Tetra Pak has entered into a significant partnership with Al Rabie, a leading Saudi producer of juices, nectars, and dairy products, to modernize and digitize …
Mondi and Proquimia have launched a new paper-based stand-up pouch for dishwashing tabs in Spain and Portugal, marking a step toward more sustainable packaging solutions. This collaboration aims to replace traditional plastic pouches with a more environmentally friendly alternative. The new stand-up pouches, which contain 20 water-soluble dishwashing tabs, are made using Mondi’s …
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Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) has reported a notable increase in profitability for the third quarter of the 2024/2025 financial year, with an adjusted EBITDA margin reaching 9.2%, up from 5.7% in the same period last year. The company attributes this improvement to high capacity utilization and cost-cutting measures. Sales for the quarter remained …
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Koenig & Bauer (US) has announced a new partnership with Rigorous Technology, a robotics and technology company based in Williston, VT, to introduce a custom-built palletizer robot for the corrugated and folding carton markets. This innovation is designed to automate and streamline post-press operations, addressing labor shortages and improving efficiency in palletizing tasks. …
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Koenig & Bauer received the Best Folding Carton Case Study award at the 10th annual Digital Packaging Summit in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, in November 2024. The company presented a case study on digital printing and automation, highlighting the installation of the VariJET 106 from Koenig & Bauer Durst in Europe. The presentation, …
