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Africa’s First W&H ALPHAFLEX Flexo Press Installed at Packaging World

      Packaging World has officially commissioned Africa’s first ALPHAFLEX central impression (CI) flexographic press at its Pinetown facility, signaling a major advancement in the continent’s flexible packaging capabilities. The unveiling took place during Print & Pack Excellence 2025, a two-day industry showcase co-hosted with global press manufacturer Windmöller & Hölscher (W&H).     The ALPHAFLEX—introduced globally at drupa 2024—represents …

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AFRIPACK Expo 2025 Highlights Sustainable Shifts and Automation Trends in African Packaging

      Nairobi, Kenya — July 2025 The AFRIPACK Expo 2025, held from July 2–4 at Nairobi’s Sarit Expo Centre, brought together packaging industry stakeholders from across Africa and beyond. Now in its 10th East African edition, the trade show ran alongside the AFMASS Food Manufacturing Expo and four other sector-specific events, creating a …

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RKW Expands Horizon® MDO-PE Film Portfolio with EVOH Barrier

      RKW Group has announced an expansion of its RKW Horizon® product line with the introduction of MDO-PE films featuring an integrated EVOH oxygen barrier. The development responds to increasing demand for recyclable, mono-material packaging, especially in light of evolving regulatory frameworks such as the European Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).   …

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Brześć and Coveris Partner to Launch Recyclable Film for Confectionery Packaging

      Polish confectionery manufacturer Brześć Sipa Sp.k. has transitioned to recyclable packaging for its popular puff products, aligning with upcoming European Union regulations on packaging waste. The move follows the development of a monomaterial film by Coveris Rypin, formerly Hadepol Flexo, which was acquired by the Coveris Group in June 2024.     …

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Bambrew Raises $10.3M to Expand Sustainable Packaging Operations Globally

      Bambrew, has secured Rs90 crore (US$10.3 million) in new funding to scale up operations and enter international markets. The round was led by Ashok Goel, former Managing Director of Essel Propack, with participation from Japanese environmental venture capital firm ENRISSION INDIA CAPITAL.     The company plans to use the capital to …

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Mondi Unveils High-Barrier Paper Bag for Humidity-Sensitive Products

      Mondi has introduced the recycle PaperPlus Bag Advanced, a high-performance paper bag aimed at providing moisture protection for humidity-sensitive goods, while significantly reducing plastic content. Developed in partnership with flooring systems producer UZIN, the new packaging solution runs on existing filling and sealing equipment and is intended for use in the building …

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KHS Integrates AI into Cap Inspection System Amid EU Tethered Cap Mandate

        KHS GmbH has announced the integration of artificial intelligence into its Innocheck TSI closure inspection unit in response to the growing complexity of inspecting tethered caps. These closures have been mandatory on all non-returnable PET bottles in the European Union since 2024, creating new technical challenges for beverage producers.     …

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UAE Unveils Groundbreaking EPR Pilot Targeting Packaging Waste, Backed by 26 Leading Companies

      Abu Dhabi & Dubai, July 3, 2025 — In a landmark move to revolutionize how packaging waste is managed, the United Arab Emirates has launched the region’s first Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) pilot, placing the onus of post-consumer waste squarely on manufacturers and brand owners.     Spearheaded by the Ministry of Climate Change …

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Nestlé and IBM Collaborate on AI Tool for High-Barrier Packaging Discovery

      Nestlé has partnered with IBM Research to advance packaging innovation using artificial intelligence and deep technology. The collaboration focuses on developing a generative AI tool designed to identify new high-barrier packaging materials that protect sensitive food and beverage products.     Through this partnership, scientists from both organizations constructed a knowledge base …

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Ranpak Introduces Compact FillPak Mini for E-Commerce Fulfillment Centers

      Ranpak has announced the release of the FillPak Mini, which it describes as the smallest electric gap-filling cushioning machine currently available. Targeted at e-commerce warehouses and fulfillment centers, the unit is intended to improve space efficiency and packing operations.     The FillPak Mini is designed to fit easily on narrow packing …

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