Merit Packaging Limited (MPL) has announced shareholder approval for the sale of significant assets to Kompass Pakistan (Private) Limited, marking a major shift in the company’s operational structure. The transaction, valued at Rs1 billion, includes the plant and machinery of MPL’s flexible packaging unit along with related goodwill. The decision …
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Sun Chemical has introduced SunCure EcoPlast, a new press-ready dry UV offset ink range designed for decorating plastic cups with enhanced sustainability. The SunCure EcoPlast series offers a combination of high adhesion, fast curing speed, low migration, and post-consumer washability, enabling printed inks to be removed during recycling. This feature supports …
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Klöckner Pentaplast (kp) has launched the kp Elite® Nova, a modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) tray for protein products, which the company says is the lightest in its category. The tray is approximately 10% lighter than other trays in its class due to a ribbed structural design that adds strength in …
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Amcor has launched a new polypropylene (PP) closure designed for household cleaning products, focusing on reduced material use and improved recyclability. The Hector Child Resistant Closure (CRC) weighs 7.25 grams, making it among the lightest closures in its category. According to Amcor, switching from a conventional 14-gram closure to the Hector can reduce plastic use …
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EFSA’s Scientific Opinion validates Starlinger’s recoSTAR PET art system, raising the bar for food-grade recycled plastics under Regulation (EU) 2022/1616. Starlinger recycling technology has earned a landmark Positive Scientific Opinionfrom the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) for its advanced recoSTAR PET art bottle-to-bottle recycling process. This is the first EFSA approval under the stricter Regulation (EU) 2022/1616, positioning Starlinger …
At this year’s K2025 trade fair, Sepro Group is spotlighting a new generation of automation systems designed to meet the evolving needs of high-speed packaging production. The company is debuting its new S-Line robots and Visual 4 control platform, which promise faster cycle times, greater flexibility, and improved integration for injection molders working …
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DS Smith Tecnicarton, a unit of International Paper operating in Iberia, has developed corrugated cardboard trays designed to replace expanded polypropylene (EPP) packaging in the automotive sector. The 100% fibre-based trays aim to provide a single-use alternative for transporting heavy and bulky components, such as automotive headlights. The design includes a double-fingerprint die cut, enabling …
SIG has introduced the first aseptic 1-litre carton pack offering full barrier protection without an aluminum layer. The new SIG Terra Alu-free + Full barrier packaging material is now commercially available on retail shelves, marking an expansion from single-serve to multi-serve formats. The new development enters the juice category for …
Huhtamaki has launched a new line of ice cream cups that are both home and industrial compostable, as well as recyclable, further strengthening the company’s sustainable food packaging portfolio. The Finnish packaging group says the new solution is made from certified, responsibly sourced paperboard with a bio-based barrier coating. By …
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Ferrero Group has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire WK Kellogg Co for $23.00 per share in cash, placing the total value of the deal at $3.1 billion. The move is part of Ferrero’s strategy to expand its North American operations and diversify its product portfolio beyond confectionery. Announced on …
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