Napco National was recognized at Pladis’ annual The Red Apple event in Istanbul for its strong performance in in-store merchandising. The event, which marked five years of collaboration, brought together partners to reflect on past achievements and discuss future goals. Pladis acknowledged Napco’s role in helping the brand achieve market leadership, highlighting the consistent quality …
KHS and Husky Sets Lightweight Record with 5.89g PET Bottle for Still Beverages
KHS Group and Husky Technologies have announced the development of an ultra-lightweight polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottle designed for still beverages, claiming a 30% reduction in material use compared to standard containers. The 591mL bottle weighs 5.89 grams and, according to KHS, can be manufactured entirely from recycled PET (rPET). The companies said the design …
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Folding Cartons Enter the Spotlight at Labelexpo Europe 2025
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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Tetra Pak Pilots Industry-First Paper-Based Cap in Push Toward Fully Renewable Packaging
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 Launches Fully Recyclable Paper Wrapper, Marking Shift in Snack Packaging
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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Mondi Boosts Corrugated Packaging Capabilities with Schumacher Packaging Acquisition
Mondi, a global player in sustainable packaging and paper solutions, has completed the acquisition of Schumacher Packaging’s Western European plants, marking a significant expansion of its production capacity, innovation capabilities, and product portfolio. The deal adds over one billion square meters of corrugated packaging capacity and introduces solid board solutions to serve the …
MEPCO Breaks Ground on PM5 to Double Capacity and Lead High-Quality Paper Production in the Middle East
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 Forecasts Robust Double-Digit Growth for Terra Portfolio Throughout 2024
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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Konica Minolta Maintains ASEAN Market Leadership in Colour Digital Production Printers
Konica Minolta Business Solutions Asia has retained its position as the top seller of Colour Light and Mid Digital Production Printers in the ASEAN region for the third consecutive year, according to the Q4 2024 International Data Corporation (IDC) Quarterly Hardcopy Peripherals Tracker. The report shows that Konica Minolta had the highest market share …
Jokey Launches New PET Packaging Line Using Recycled Materials for Sustainability
Packaging manufacturer Jokey is introducing a new line of PET packaging produced using the Injection Stretch Blow Molding (ISBM) process, incorporating a significant proportion of recycled rPET plastic sourced from post-consumer waste. This move aligns with the company’s commitment to sustainability and circular economy principles. The new product line, based at Jokey’s Kędzierzyn-Koźle …
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