At the recent Gulfood Manufacturing Food-Tech Summit, sustainability dominated discussions as packaging industry leaders gathered to explore innovative solutions that balance environmental responsibility with economic feasibility. Moderated by Ben Daniel, Chief Editor of Packaging MEA, the panel featured experts from packaging material producers, machine manufacturers, and converters. Together, they tackled pressing issues such as …
Mondi secures 10 WorldStar awards for 2025 packaging innovations
Mondi, a global player in sustainable packaging and paper, has earned recognition at the 2025 WorldStar Packaging Awards, with 10 of its innovative products receiving accolades. The awards, hosted annually by the World Packaging Organisation, honor excellence in packaging design and technology worldwide. “Mondi receiving more WorldStar awards than ever before highlights the …
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Smurfit Westrock launches Africa’s first packaging innovation center in Morocco
Smurfit Westrock has inaugurated the Morocco Experience Center in Rabat, marking Africa’s first innovation hub dedicated to the cardboard packaging industry. The center, equipped with advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, predictive analytics, and virtual reality, is part of Smurfit Westrock’s global network of 30 interconnected centers. Supported by over 1,600 designers worldwide, the …
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Peroni revamps packaging with bold Italian style to boost global appeal
Peroni Nastro Azzurro, the Italian beer brand established in Rome in 1963, has introduced a revamped secondary packaging design. Created by Bristol-based agency Outlaw, this marks the first global update to the brand’s packaging since 2018. The redesign aims to enhance shelf visibility and strengthen the brand’s premium image across its 70 global markets. …
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Eterna-Prestige Partnership: Transforming the regional Packaging-Print-Converting Operations
Shanghai Eternal Machinery Co., Ltd., a leader in China’s packaging machinery sector, specializes in producing advanced flatbed die-cutting machines for both folding cartons and corrugated industries, alongside foil stampers and automatic folder gluers. Marketed under the ‘ETERNA’ brand name, the company has established a reputation for quality and innovation. In a significant move …
Kolbus acquired by Max Valier Holdings: Major restructuring and future growth in packaging industry
The long-standing German machinery manufacturer Kolbus, known for its high-end packaging solutions, has entered a new chapter under the ownership of Munich-based Max Valier Holdings. The acquisition, to be finalized on January 1, 2025, will mark a significant turning point for the 249-year-old company, signaling both a strategic refocusing and the challenges of a …
BHS Corrugated unveils iCorr® Resource Optimizer for sustainable corrugated production
BHS Corrugated has introduced its iCorr® Resource Optimizer, a tool designed to enhance transparency and offer valuable insights into resource usage in corrugated production. The optimizer aims to help manufacturers reduce both ecological impact and operational costs by improving resource efficiency. The iCorr® Resource Optimizer enables manufacturers to analyze key resources, such as …
UAQ forms invests over $3M in packaging-print expansion
Sheikh Abdullah Faisal Abdulla Ahmed Almualla, Director of Al-Faisal Group and Umm Al Quwain Computer Forms (UAQ Forms), has announced a significant enhancement in the company’s packaging-printing capabilities. This development comes as UAQ Forms, a prominent player in the UAE’s computer stationery sector since 1989, shifts its focus to meet the growing demand for …
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Koenig & Bauer Durst Delta SPC 130 Core makes waves at SuperCorrExpo
Koenig & Bauer Durst, in collaboration with Durst and Koenig & Bauer, showcased a range of innovative packaging solutions at SuperCorrExpo 2024, held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, USA. The companies highlighted their commitment to addressing the evolving needs of the corrugated packaging market, with a focus on both digital and …
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Packaging Print market poised for steady growth amid innovation and sustainability shifts
The packaging and label printing market has emerged as a critical driver for the future of the global printing industry, with a total estimated value of $504.9 billion in 2024, according to Smithers. This represents a significant growth trajectory, in contrast to declining traditional publication and graphics segments, as rising demand for packaged goods …