DS Smith has partnered with Romanian agricultural cooperative Serele SupeR to replace ten million single-use plastic packages with fibre-based corrugated cardboard solutions for fresh tomato products. The project was implemented following an assessment of existing plastic packaging formats and resulted in the development of four recyclable corrugated punnets designed for different cherry tomato …
Amcor and Laïta win Zero Impact Packaging Trophy for recyclable cheese packaging
Amcor and French dairy cooperative Laïta have been recognised at the 2025 Zero Impact Packaging Trophies in the ‘flexible – complex packaging’ category for a new recyclable packaging solution for Paysan Breton Emmental cheese blocks. The award recognises the replacement of a previous non-recyclable multi-material structure with Amcor’s AmPrima® PP film in …
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Canon introduces LG-P800 full-color pigment-based label printer
Canon U.S.A., Inc. has introduced the LG-P800, an 8-inch, pigment-based full-color label printer designed for a range of industrial and commercial labeling applications. The printer was announced on January 8, 2026, and is scheduled to be available later in the same month. The LG-P800 is positioned for environments where frequent product updates, …
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SÜDPACK Medica launches MedHub service for pre-made pharmaceutical medical pouches
SÜDPACK Medica has launched a new service, MedHub, for the healthcare industry, enabling customers to order pre-made pouches in standard sizes and defined batch quantities. The service is effective immediately and allows ordering by phone, email, or online. The pouches are manufactured in ISO-certified cleanrooms and are kept permanently in stock, meeting the …
Mitsubishi Chemical develops PFAS-free barrier coating for paper-based food packaging
Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation (MCC) has developed a new coating technology that imparts gas barrier and oil-resistant properties to paper-based packaging, using its proprietary SoarnoL™ solution. The development is positioned as a PFAS-free alternative for food packaging applications, addressing growing regulatory concerns around per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The technology enables the …
Nile Recycling announces US$35 million investment in Egypt recycling project
Nile Recycling has announced a commitment to invest up to US$35 million in a recycling project in Egypt, aligned with the country’s sustainability objectives under Egypt Vision 2030. The investment represents a step toward expanding recycling infrastructure with relevance to packaging and consumer goods waste streams. The project has received support from …
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Saudi Halal Center launches ESG-aligned Halal Mark Track to integrate product credibility and sustainability
RIYADH — The Saudi Halal Center, operating under the Saudi Food and Drug Authority, has introduced a Halal Mark Track aligned with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards. The initiative is designed to integrate halal certification with ESG compliance to strengthen product credibility and promote sector-wide sustainability. The Halal Mark Track …
CCP fines Mezan Beverages for deceptive Pepsico Sting packaging
According to the Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) order, the regulator has imposed a penalty of Rs150 million ($535,283) on Mezan Beverages (Private) Limited for engaging in deceptive marketing practices in relation to its “Storm” energy drink, following a complaint filed by PepsiCo. The case dates back to 2018, when …
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DS Smith and Raymarine develop fibre-based packaging to replace plastic in radar products
DS Smith and Raymarine have introduced a fibre-based packaging solution for electronic and radar display products, replacing expanded polyethylene (EPE) foam previously used in Raymarine’s packaging. The collaboration is focused on eliminating single-use plastic and improving supply chain efficiency. Developed by DS Smith’s design team, the new solution uses corrugated cardboard …
Durst marks 90 years with focus on global growth and technology evolution
Durst has begun marking its 90th anniversary in early 2026, tracing its origins back to 1936 in Brixen, South Tyrol. Founded by Julius and Gilbert Durst in a former brewery, the company initially focused on camera repairs before developing photographic enlargers. Despite political pressure during the fascist era in Italy, the company retained …
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