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Heidelberg advances prepress automation with Compact Pallet Loader and Bender

Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) has expanded its automation capabilities in prepress with the introduction of the Compact Pallet Loader (CPL) and Compact Bender systems. Integrated into the computer-to-plate (CtP) line alongside the Suprasetter, the systems aim to streamline plate handling while reducing operator involvement and costs. The company’s approach aligns with its broader objective of …

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BOBST, Brückner and Mitsui Chemicals unveil industry-first recyclable mono-material retort packaging

BOBST, Brückner and Mitsui Chemicals have jointly developed a mono-material, recyclable retort packaging solution, marking a notable step toward more sustainable flexible packaging for the food industry. The innovation was announced at K 2025 and addresses a key gap in packaging recyclability: high-barrier retort pouches. Retort packaging, commonly used for sterilized, shelf-stable food products such …

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ExxonMobil and Windmöller & Hölscher develop mono-material MDO PE freezer pouch for recyclability and performance

      ExxonMobil has partnered with Windmöller & Hölscher (W&H) to develop a non-laminated, mono-material machine direction oriented (MDO) polyethylene (PE) freezer pouch. The collaboration responds to economic pressures and legislative developments, including the European Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), by focusing on recyclable packaging solutions with improved material performance.     The …

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Sidel launches pressure-resistant PET bottle for nitrogen-dosed still water

Sidel has unveiled Nitro Square, a new square-shaped bottle design for nitrogen-dosed still water, targeting producers seeking differentiation in a market traditionally dominated by cylindrical bottle formats. According to Sidel, most bottles in this segment are round due to the internal pressure created by the nitrogen dosing process. “The nitrogen-dosed water bottle market is largely …

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Al Ain Farms and Al Dahra partner to strengthen UAE’s dairy supply chain

      Abu Dhabi, UAE – Al Ain Farms Group has entered a three-year agreement with Al Dahra Group to secure a steady supply of raw milk sourced from Al Ain, marking a strategic move to reinforce domestic dairy supply and support the UAE’s broader food security objectives.     The agreement was formalized …

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Siegwerk earns EcoVadis Gold, ranks among top 5% of assessed companies

    Siegwerk has been awarded the EcoVadis Gold Medal for its sustainability performance, just weeks after announcing a Silver rating. With an overall score of 78 out of 100, the Germany-based printing ink and coatings supplier is now ranked in the 96th percentile of all companies evaluated globally by EcoVadis.     The Gold …

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Coca-Cola HBC acquires majority stake in CCBA to expand African operations

    Coca-Cola HBC AG has reached a definitive agreement to acquire a 75% shareholding in Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) for US$2.6 billion. The acquisition from The Coca-Cola Company and Gutsche Family Investments values CCBA at US$3.4 billion and positions Coca-Cola HBC as the second-largest Coca-Cola bottler globally by volume.     CCBA operates across …

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BOBST expands oneECG gravure technology to include metallic color printing

      BOBST has advanced its oneECG (Extended Color Gamut) gravure printing technology to include metallic color reproduction using a standard ink set, eliminating the need for traditional metallic inks. The development aims to simplify production, reduce waste, and enhance design flexibility for converters.       Introduced in 2019, oneECG technology for gravure …

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Nestlé Saudi Arabia and KAUST sign research agreement to support food and agriculture innovation

      Nestlé Saudi Arabia has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) to strengthen collaboration in food, agriculture, and packaging research. The agreement was formalized in the presence of senior representatives from the Ministry of Investment, Nestlé, and KAUST.     The initiative aims to …

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Walmart to launch first branded stores in South Africa by year-end

    JOHANNESBURG, South Africa — Walmart has announced plans to open its first branded stores in South Africa before the end of 2025, marking a new phase in its long-term strategy for growth on the African continent.     The retail giant, which owns a majority stake in South African company Massmart, confirmed that …

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