Wallaby Water has launched Australia’s first fully automated bottling line dedicated to aluminium bottles and cans, designed for packaging both still and carbonated spring water. The facility processes up to 50,000 containers daily, using counter-pressure filling to maintain consistent CO₂ levels in sparkling varieties. A planned upgrade in 2027 will increase capacity to …
Hotpack Releases 2024 Carbon Footprint Report, Outlines Emission Reduction Targets
Hotpack has published its Corporate Carbon Footprint Report for 2024 ,disclosing emissions data and outlining reduction strategies across its operations in the MENA region. The company reported total emissions of 53,320 tons of CO₂ equivalent for the year, broken down as 16,963 tons from direct emissions (Scope 1), 30,579 tons from electricity use (Scope 2), …
Stora Enso Boosts Production Efficiency and Capacity through BOBST Partnership
Stora Enso Packaging, a major corrugated packaging supplier in Sweden, has achieved notable improvements in production capacity and efficiency following its collaboration with BOBST. After the implementation of BOBST Connect, the company reported a 4.4% increase in production capacity and a 3.3% boost in production efficiency across its converting plants in Skene and Jönköping. …
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Hybrid Software BrandZ Unveils iC3D Suite 10.5: Transforming Packaging Design
Hybrid Software’s BrandZ business unit has launched iC3D Suite 10.5, a real-time 3D packaging mockup solution aimed at improving design and production workflows for packaging professionals. The latest update introduces several enhancements, including a new Artwork Layout Editor for flexible bags. This feature allows designers to adjust panel layouts within bag templates …
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MilkyMist launches world’s first long-life probiotic buttermilk in aseptic carton packs
In a groundbreaking partnership, South India’s dairy leader MilkyMist, SIG, and AnaBio Technologies have introduced the world’s first long-life probiotic buttermilk packaged in aseptic carton packs. Unveiled at the 2024 Gulfood Manufacturing event in Dubai, this innovative product addresses a longstanding challenge in the probiotic beverage industry: maintaining live probiotic cultures in shelf-stable, non-refrigerated …
ALPLA and Re-Purpose partner to boost PET recycling in South Africa
ALPLA Group, a global leader in plastic packaging solutions, and Re-Purpose, a South African company specializing in reverse logistics of post-consumer plastic waste, announced a strategic partnership to strengthen the plastics recycling cycle in South Africa. Focus on Circular Economy and Job Creation This collaboration focuses on advancing sustainable packaging solutions and supporting the feedstock …
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Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG announces changes in Management Board
Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) has announced changes in its Management Board, effective July 1, 2024. Jürgen Otto (59) will succeed Dr. Ludwin Monz as the new CEO. Dr. Monz will step down from his position as Chairman of the Management Board at the end of June 30, 2024, and will also leave the Management …
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UAE launches new ‘EcoMark’ green accreditation framework for MSMEs
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has revealed plans to establish a pioneering sustainability accreditation framework tailored specifically for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), as reported by Emirates News Agency. This initiative, known as EcoMark Global Accreditation, aims to enhance the competitiveness of MSMEs in the global green economy by simplifying and standardizing …
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Kongsberg PCS appoints Sales Director to drive growth in EMEA region
In a strategic move to fortify its presence in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region, Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems (Kongsberg PCS) welcomes Frank Walter as its Sales Director. Bringing over 25 years of extensive experience in sales, business development, and project management, Frank Walter’s appointment signifies a key addition to Kongsberg …
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Coveris unveils new recyclable MonoFlex Thermoform packaging
Coveris, a leading packaging solutions provider, has unveiled a groundbreaking advancement in thermoforming film packaging—MonoFlex Thermoform. This recyclable solution offers a sustainable alternative to the non-recyclable materials typically used in the food packaging sector. Developed from high-performance monomaterials, MonoFlex Thermoform marks a shift from non-recyclable, mixed-material thermoforming substrates, contributing to a substantial reduction …
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