Coveris Expands ReCover Initiative with Innovative Recycling Facility

    Coveris, a leading flexible packaging company has taken a major stride forward in its ReCover initiative with the inauguration of an innovative recycling facility, marking the second addition to its recycling business segment. ReCover, Coveris’ dedicated recycling segment, aims to create a closed-loop system and promote circularity in plastic. The newly opened ReCover …

Addressing Uganda’s Plastic Waste Surge: Coca-Cola Uganda’s General Manager Urges Action

    In a recent opinion piece, Melkamu Abebe, General Manager of Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU), highlighted the pressing issue of increasing imports and the use of packaging and plastics in Uganda. According to a report by the National Research Repository of Uganda (NRU), these figures have surged six-fold over the past three years, signaling …

Henkel Launches Injectable Thermally Conductive Adhesive for EV Batteries

  Application of Loctite TLB 9300 APSi between battery cells and the cooling system   Henkel, a global leader in automotive adhesives and thermal materials, has introduced Loctite TLB 9300 APSi, the world’s first injectable thermally conductive adhesive for electric vehicle (EV) battery systems. This groundbreaking adhesive offers structural bonding and efficient heat management capabilities …

SACMI’s Game-Changing Packaging Innovations Unveiled at ProPak Asia 2023

    SACMI, a global leader in the beverage and food packaging industry, is gearing up for ProPak Asia 2023, the largest packaging fair in Southeast Asia. The company will showcase innovative solutions aimed at reducing the weight of neck-cap systems and facilitating a successful transition to PVC-free aluminum caps. Addressing the industry’s pressing need …

ReEarth Compostable Films Receive TUV Certifications, Setting New Standards for Sustainable Packaging

    S-One Labels & Packaging’s ReEarth compostable flexible packaging films have achieved TUV OK compost HOME and TUV OK compost INDUSTRIAL certifications, confirming their compostability in both home and industrial environments. With a commitment to developing eco-friendly solutions, S-OneLP’s ReEarth films are designed using bio-based and compostable materials. The company collaborates with innovative global …

MenaBev collaborates with Sidel to deliver new bottle formats, lightweight Aquafina design

    Renowned PepsiCo bottler, MenaBev, has successfully introduced seven new bottle formats across two PET lines with the assistance of Sidel, a leading provider of packaging solutions. Sidel collaborated closely with MenaBev to convert two Combi PET lines at the expansive MEGA Plant in Jeddah within a remarkable one-week timeframe. This swift, efficient, and …

Brands Embrace Sustainable Packaging Goals with ISCC PLUS Certification

    Across the globe, brands are making ambitious commitments to sustainable packaging as they strive to support the transition to a circular, net-zero economy. Recognizing the increasing influence of sustainable packaging on consumer purchasing decisions, many brands are aiming for 100% reusable, recyclable, or compostable packaging. To achieve these goals, they are turning to …

Borealis Supports UN Treaty on Plastics Pollution to Combat Global Crisis

    Borealis, a prominent member of the Business Coalition for a Global Plastics Treaty, has voiced its strong support for the development of a legally binding UN treaty to address the urgent issue of plastic pollution. This treaty represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to tackle the crisis on a global scale, by promoting a shift …

Glenroy Team Gains Expertise in Germany to Welcome New Press

    As Glenroy, Inc., a Wisconsin-based company, prepares for the arrival of their first W&H press, they sent a team of eight members to Lengerich for intensive training. The investment in training aimed to provide the team with the best possible start on the press and ensure a smooth transition. Keith Trzebiatowski, Printing Manager …

Revolutionizing Hospitality: Bluewater’s Smart Bottling™ Solution Tackles Single-Use Plastic Bottles

    Bluewater’s revolutionary SmartBottling™ solution, showcased at ‘The Hotel Show Dubai,’ is gaining widespread attention as a game changer in the battle against single-use plastic bottles.    The innovative system, developed by Bluewater in collaboration with NIA, offers a sustainable alternative for hotels seeking to provide guests with fresh and healthy bottled water while …