UPM has introduced a recycling programme for used paper machine clothing (PMC) in collaboration with technology group ANDRITZ and German recycling specialist HolyPoly. The initiative aims to recover polymer materials from industrial fabrics used in paper manufacturing and return them to productive use. Paper machine clothing consists of synthetic forming …
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Henkel has introduced a new cold-seal adhesive designed for barrier-coated paper packaging, aiming to support the transition from plastic flexible packaging to recyclable paper-based structures. The solution, developed under Henkel’s adhesive technologies portfolio, is designed to enable secure sealing of paper packaging without the use of heat. Cold-seal technology is …
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KHS Group has unveiled a new PET bottle concept, KHS SUPREME, designed to improve oxygen barrier performance for sensitive beverage applications such as tea, juices and functional drinks. The development builds on the company’s established Plasmax coating technology and targets producers seeking extended shelf life without compromising recyclability. The SUPREME …
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Sidel has been recognised at the 2026 SEAL (Sustainability, Environmental Achievement and Leadership) Business Sustainability Awards for two technologies aimed at reducing material use and energy consumption in beverage production: the EvoBLOW Laser and the SWING® Evo tunnel pasteuriser. The EvoBLOW Laser was acknowledged for its role in improving PET bottle production efficiency. The system …
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Avery Dennison has announced the first mass-scale integration of Pragmatic Semiconductor’s flexible integrated circuit (FlexIC), NFC Connect PR1301, into its Near Field Communication (NFC) inlay portfolio, marking a development in smart packaging and intelligent labelling. The innovation centres on replacing conventional rigid silicon chips with an ultra-thin, flexible integrated circuit that can be embedded into …
Mondi has collaborated with Polish seasoning manufacturer Prymat to develop a recyclable paper-based packaging solution designed to preserve the quality and aroma of spices while improving sustainability performance. The new solution uses Mondi’s re/cycle FunctionalBarrier Paper Ultimate, a high-barrier paper containing more than 80% paper content. The material is …
Cosmo Films has introduced a transparent BOPET lidding film that combines anti-fog functionality with sealable and peelable performance for refrigerated food packaging applications. The primary development lies in the integration of an anti-fog coating within a BOPET-based lidding structure while maintaining controlled peel strength and optical clarity. Condensation inside packs remains a common …
Britannia Industries Limited has commissioned its first aseptic PET packaging line for its Winkin’ Cow dairy drinks portfolio, with the system supplied by Sidel. The line has been installed at Britannia’s greenfield dairy facility in Ranjangaon, Maharashtra, India. Britannia entered the value-added dairy drinks segment in 2018 under the Winkin’ Cow …
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Henkel Adhesive Technologies has entered into a collaboration with Swedish chemical company Sekab to support the transition from fossil-based to bio-based chemicals used in industrial adhesive production. The partnership focuses on replacing conventional ethyl acetate, a commonly used solvent, with a fossil-free, bio-based alternative. The initiative applies to industrial adhesive …
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Bariq announces the expansion of Bariq into Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, operating under the name Creative Recycling. The new facility, called Creative Recycling World, marks the company’s first site in the Kingdom and is part of its broader strategy to grow its presence across the Gulf region. The Jeddah facility will …
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