Klöckner Pentaplast launches sustainable packaging film for medical devices

  Klöckner Pentaplast (kp), a leader in sustainable packaging, has launched the kpNext® MDR1, a new medical device packaging film designed to meet the growing demand for environmentally friendly packaging solutions in healthcare.   The kpNext® MDR1 film offers performance comparable to traditional medical device packaging, including clarity, device protection, and ease of processing. What …

SIG’s Recycle-Ready Bag-in-Box Packaging earns APR recognition

  SIG has received formal recognition from the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) for its SIG Terra RecShield D bag-in-box package. This package, designed for post-mix beverages such as syrup, has been acknowledged for meeting high recyclability standards outlined in the APR Design® Guide for Plastics Recyclability.   The APR Design® for Recyclability Recognition validates …

Study reveals flexography’s carbon footprint advantage over gravure

  The Beijing Institute of Graphic Communication (BIGC) has published an independent study revealing substantial carbon footprint reductions when flexographic printing is used instead of gravure. Conducted from October 1 to December 4, 2023, under Professor Lixin Mo’s supervision, the research offers critical insights into sustainable practices within the packaging printing industry.   “Flexographic printing …

Billerud expands medical packaging range with MediKraft SealBase

  Billerud has expanded its medical paper portfolio with the introduction of MediKraft SealBase, a surface-treated medical paper. This product broadens Billerud’s offerings in medical paper and will be showcased at the COMPAMED trade fair in Düsseldorf in mid-November.   MediKraft SealBase is produced at Billerud’s Skärblacka mill in Sweden using pure virgin fiber and …

Mondelēz and Amcor launch 80% recycled plastic packaging for Cadbury bars

  Mondelēz International has announced a significant sustainability initiative for its Cadbury brand, collaborating with packaging leader Amcor to introduce advanced recycled plastic packaging for its core sharing bars. Starting in 2025, the iconic Cadbury Dairy Milk bars, produced in Bournville and Coolock and distributed across the UK and Ireland, will be wrapped in packaging …

Almarai partners with SIG for five-year expansion focused on sustainability

  Almarai, a leading dairy and food company in the Middle East, has named SIG as its strategic partner for a five-year expansion aimed at strengthening market presence and advancing sustainable innovation. The partnership, marking two decades of collaboration, will see SIG providing flexible manufacturing solutions aligned with Almarai’s sustainability targets.   The alliance emphasizes …

Paperworld Middle East opens today with new focus on Sustainable Packaging

  Paperworld Middle East has opened its doors at the Dubai World Trade Centre, running from November 12-14. Now in its 13th edition, the event has grown into a significant platform for the paper and stationery industry, with over 600 exhibitors from 40 countries and 12,000 visitors expected from across the globe.   This year, …

Swisslog presents smart automation solutions at Gulfood Manufacturing 2024

  Swisslog, a global leader in robotic and automated solutions, showcased its advanced technologies at Gulfood Manufacturing 2024, held from November 5-7 in Dubai. The event, a key platform for exploring food production innovations, allowed attendees to view live demonstrations of Swisslog’s automation solutions, including the AutoStore system. This robotic storage, small parts picking, and …

Gulfood Manufacturing and Gulfhost 2024 wrap up with record participation and innovation

  The 10th edition of Gulfood Manufacturing and Gulfhost 2024 wrapped up on 7th November at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), marking a successful event for professionals in the food manufacturing and hospitality industries. The co-located exhibitions attracted thousands of industry leaders from around the world, showcasing cutting-edge innovations and providing a platform for …

Renie and Tetra Pak team up to drive carton recycling in MENA

  Renie has partnered with Tetra Pak to enhance carton recycling rates across the MENA region, with the aim of contributing to a more sustainable future. This collaboration, unveiled at Gulfood Manufacturing 2024, introduces Renie Bins that now accept Tetra Pak cartons, expanding the range of recyclable materials.   The partnership aligns with the UAE’s …