Global packaging supplier Elopak has launched a new paperboard aimed at reducing the carbon footprint of chilled liquid cartons. The Natural White Board, developed in collaboration with Stora Enso, delivers up to 14% lower greenhouse gas emissions compared to cartons made with standard board. The new material retains the same functional performance …
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Taghleef Industries has launched a new white polyolefin TD shrink sleeve film, expanding its SHAPE360® range with a recyclable, floatable option tailored for PET bottles. The new product, SHAPE360® TDSW, offers high opacity for label applications while maintaining the low-density characteristics needed for proper recycling. It mirrors the recyclability profile of its …
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Napco National was recognized at Pladis’ annual The Red Apple event in Istanbul for its strong performance in in-store merchandising. The event, which marked five years of collaboration, brought together partners to reflect on past achievements and discuss future goals. Pladis acknowledged Napco’s role in helping the brand achieve market leadership, highlighting the consistent quality …
German machinery manufacturer Bekum Maschinenfabriken GmbH has completed the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) for its XBLOW 100 extrusion blow moulding machine, scheduled for installation at Saudi Arabia-based Takween Advanced Industries. The machine will be used to produce 220-liter L-Ring drums, commonly utilized in chemical and industrial packaging. According to Bekum’s official LinkedIn …
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Henkel and Sasol have announced a strategic partnership aimed at reducing carbon emissions in the production of hot melt adhesives. The collaboration centers on integrating Sasol’s SASOLWAX LC100 wax, which shows a 35% reduction in product carbon footprint (cradle-to-gate), into Henkel’s TECHNOMELT® adhesive range across the European, Indian, Middle Eastern, and African markets. SASOLWAX LC100 …
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UCIMA is strengthening its footprint in Africa through its promotional brand We Make Packaging, which continues its international tour with two key trade shows: Propak East Africa in Nairobi (May 20–22) and Propak Mena in Cairo (June 2–4). In Nairobi, UCIMA will coordinate a group of 17 Italian companies at the Sarit Exhibition Center in …
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As a major packaging innovation, KHS has developed one of the lightest PET bottles for still beverages, weighing just 5.89 grams for a 591ml format. The project, referred to as Factor 101, was completed in four months in close collaboration with Husky Technologies. “With such extreme lightweighting, the top load is especially …
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As raw material and energy prices remain high, and sustainability expectations continue to rise, extrusion manufacturers are seeking alternatives to costly new machinery. Hendrik Steen, Head of Retrofit Product Management at W\&H, believes the solution lies in the equipment companies already own. “Extrusion companies are facing major challenges today,” Steen says. “Instead …
Starbucks has announced the phased launch of its redesigned hot takeaway cups across ten European countries. The updated cup replaces the traditional plastic lining with a mineral-based coating, and the plastic lid with a fibre alternative. Both components are home compostable and widely recyclable. Developed in collaboration with Transcend Packaging, Qwarzo®, and …
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India’s plastic credit market is expected to grow 70%, reaching approximately $1.67 billion by 2030, up from the current $982 million, according to industry observers. The surge is largely driven by Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) mandates that require producers, importers, and brand owners to include recycled content in their plastic packaging. Under the …
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