BW Converting showcases innovations in pouch and e-commerce packaging

  BW Converting showcased its Hudson-Sharp and Winkler + Dünnebier (W+D) brands, highlighting advancements in pouch manufacturing and e-commerce packaging.   The Hudson-Sharp Ares 400 series, featuring Lite, Elite, and Rapid models, was presented as a solution for various pouch manufacturing needs. The Ares 400 Lite is designed for entry-level manufacturers, offering quick changeovers and …

Jindal Films Europe announces commitment to launch 5-10 sustainable packaging innovations annually

  Jindal Films Europe (JFE), part of the USD 2.5 billion B.C. Jindal Group, has committed to launching 5-10 new films each year focused on sustainable solutions for the flexible packaging sector. This initiative aligns with growing consumer demand for eco-friendly packaging and positions JFE at the forefront of sustainability efforts in the industry.   …

Gallus drives profitability with Digital Innovation: Flexon and Yeloprint lead the way

  Gallus Group, a subsidiary of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG), highlights its recent achievements in 2024, showcasing innovations that address operational efficiency and profitability in the label printing industry. The company’s advancements, including the Gallus One and the new System to Compose modularity concept, have strengthened its position in the digital printing market.   Two …

XSYS expands conversion to sustainable nyloflex® eco series

  XSYS has announced further progress in converting its traditional flexo printing plates to the more sustainable nyloflex® eco series, introducing two new analog plates: nyloflex® eco ACT and nyloflex® eco FAC. This initiative aligns with the company’s commitment to advancing sustainability in flexo printing.   Designed for analog imaging, the new plates incorporate XSYS’ …

Huhtamaki appoints Ralf K. Wunderlich as President and CEO

  Huhtamaki Oyj has announced the appointment of Ralf K. Wunderlich as its new President and CEO, effective January 15, 2025. Wunderlich, a seasoned executive in the packaging industry, will succeed Charles Héaulmé, who has held the position since 2019. Héaulmé will remain available until July 2025 to ensure a smooth transition.   Pekka Vauramo, …

Sustainability at forefront as industry leaders discuss Innovation & Circular Economy in Packaging

  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 …

Siegwerk launches NC-free toolbox for recyclable flexible packaging

  Siegwerk has introduced a new NC-free toolbox designed to support the development of recyclable flexible polyolefin packaging solutions. The toolbox combines Siegwerk’s established nitrocellulose (NC)-free ink portfolio with new advancements, offering solutions for lamination and surface applications in gravure and flexographic printing.   The initiative aligns with the European Union’s evolving regulatory landscape, which …

Korozo Group supports Zertus with stand-up pouches for Baileys snack range

  Korozo Group has partnered with Zertus UK & Ireland to develop stand-up pouches for Baileys Chocolate Nut Mix, a new product that extends the Irish cream liqueur brand into the adult snack market. The range includes chocolate-coated almonds, caramelized nuts, salted toffee popcorn, and a hint of Baileys flavor.   The stand-up pouches, designed …

Paxiom introduces IWK FP-Series tube filling machines

  Paxiom Group has expanded its packaging machinery portfolio by incorporating IWK’s FP-Series tube filling systems. This collaboration addresses the diverse needs of industries such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food, offering solutions for packaging creams, gels, and liquids.   The FP-Series machines, developed by IWK Verpackungstechnik GmbH, are designed for low to high production volumes. …

SOMIC marks 50 years of innovation in packaging technology

  SOMIC Verpackungsmaschinen GmbH & Co. KG is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2024, highlighting its journey from a small mechanical engineering company to a global leader in end-of-line packaging. Founded in 1974 by Manfred and Hildegard Bonetsmüller in Vogtareuth, SOMIC has evolved into a company with customers in 45 countries and 560 employees across …