CHINAPLAS 2026 brought into sharp focus the accelerating transition of the global packaging industry toward circular materials, integrated processing technologies, and data-driven manufacturing. The exhibition gathered leading material suppliers, machinery manufacturers, and technology providers, highlighting how packaging is evolving from component-level improvements to fully aligned production ecosystems. Material innovation remained a …
Bergenbier launches 30 limited edition cans using multiprint technology
Bergenbier, part of the Molson Coors portfolio, has marked its 30th anniversary with the launch of 30 limited edition beverage can designs produced using CANPACK’s Multiprint technology. The initiative was developed with Ogilvy Romania and Creative Impact, with each can featuring a distinct visual linked to shared consumer experiences. The designs …
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ABG launches ThermoLam laminator for flexible packaging
A B Graphic International (ABG) has launched ThermoLam, a thermal laminating system for flexible packaging, ahead of its showcase at interpack 2026 in Düsseldorf. The new system forms part of ABG’s expanding FlexPack portfolio and will be demonstrated in a live production workflow in partnership with Galaxy Packtech, combining lamination, pouch-making and …
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Amcor, Metsä and Mondini develop integrated fibre-based food packaging system
Amcor has entered a strategic collaboration with Metsä Group and G. Mondini to develop an integrated fibre-based packaging system for food applications, combining materials, barrier technology, and machinery into a single solution. The partnership brings together Metsä Group’s moulded fibre technology, Amcor’s barrier liners and top-web films, and G. Mondini’s tray-forming …
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Coveris introduces PFAS-free monomaterial pet food packaging
Coveris has introduced a new range of PFAS-free, monomaterial flexible packaging solutions for pet food, as the industry prepares for tighter regulatory requirements under the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). The development focuses on polyethylene (PE)-based structures designed to support recyclability while eliminating per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which …
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Tetra Pak and Sterilgarda Alimenti launch 1-litre aseptic carton with paper-based barrier
Tetra Pak, in collaboration with Sterilgarda Alimenti, has introduced a 1-litre aseptic carton featuring a paper-based barrier, marking a development in carton packaging materials aimed at increasing renewable content. The new barrier is integrated into the Tetra Brik Aseptic 1000 Edge carton, a widely used format. When combined with plant-based polymers, the package achieves a …
Futamura and Biopap introduces compostable, paper-based food service packaging concept
Futamura and Biopap have jointly introduced a new compostable, paper-based food service packaging concept, combining cellulose film technology with fibre-based tray formats. The newly presented solution integrates Futamura’s NatureFlex™ regenerated cellulose film with Biopap’s compostable cartonboard trays, creating a structure designed for applications such as ready meals, catering, and takeaway food. …
Klöckner Pentaplast launches mono-PET fish board for recyclable VSP seafood packaging
Klöckner Pentaplast has introduced kp Evolve® Fish Boards, a mono-PET rigid packaging solution developed for vacuum skin packaging (VSP) of processed seafood, targeting a shift away from multi-material structures. The newly launched boards are designed to be fully recyclable within established PET recycling streams, addressing ongoing industry pressure to simplify material structures. The solution can …
Smurfit Westrock introduces recyclable insulated seafood packaging for Keltic Seafare
Smurfit Westrock has developed a fully recyclable, insulated seafood packaging solution for Keltic Seafare, marking a shift away from expanded polystyrene (EPS) in temperature-sensitive seafood transport. The newly introduced solution combines a moisture-resistant corrugated outer case with integrated insulation, designed to withstand wet handling conditions while maintaining structural integrity and …
Ardagh Glass Packaging launches 275ml beverage bottle with Fitz’s Bottling Company
Ardagh Glass Packaging–North America (AGP–North America), part of Ardagh Group, has introduced a 275ml glass beverage bottle developed in collaboration with Fitz’s Bottling Company. The bottle is now being used for Fitz’s Tonic Water, Tonic Water Zero and Club Soda, with nationwide availability expected from May through the company’s online platform. …