Flexible packaging manufacturers optimistic for future
16 July 2024
Industry association Flexible Packaging Europe (FPE) says its members have ‘cautious optimism’ about the future, forecasting moderate growth for 2024.
Consumables
GSE appoints UK agent for ink dispensing and software solutions
12 July 2024
GSE, global provider of ink dispensing systems and ink-handling software, has appointed printing equipment and consumables supplier CyanX as its agent for the UK and…
Apex boosts embossing offering with investment in Schepers laser technology
2 July 2024
Apex International (Apex) has increased its global embossing offering following an investment in Schepers laser engraving technology, DigiLas5000, at its Hapert facility in the Netherlands.
Coveris releases recyclable paper-based packaging range
24 June 2024
Coveris has released its latest innovation, MonoFlex Fibre, offering a paper-based range of flexible packaging that delivers high shelf-impact and recyclability within existing paper streams.
Saica and Mondelez partner on recyclable paper-based food packaging
24 June 2024
Saica Group and Mondelez have joined forces to launch a new paper-based product targeted to multipacks-products for the confectionery, biscuits and chocolate markets.
Parkside adds option to Recoflex range
3 June 2024
Packaging solutions provider Parkside has enhanced its Recoflex range of sustainable flexible packaging materials, with a new recyclable metallised barrier paper.
New Wave label from UPM Raflatac addresses HDPE and PP recycling
16 May 2024
UPM Raflatac has launched its New Wave paper label material, available to customers in EMEIA.
Catena ProServX tool enhances XSYS plate processing
7 May 2024
Flexo prepress solution manufacturer XSYS has introduced Catena ProServX, a cloud-based, real-time equipment monitoring tool for proactive maintenance and superior quality control for use with…
UPM Raflatac unveils Carbon Action label stock portfolio
3 May 2024
UPM Raflatac has launched its Carbon Action Plastic Labels portfolio, with the first products to be made available immediately in EMEIA and the Americas. The…
API Foilmakers strengthens distribution network with acquisitions
19 April 2024
API Foilmakers, specialist in the field of transfer technologies with leading products in hot stamping foils, cold foils, digital, pigment and speciality foils, with its…
Siegwerk partners with Borouge on mono-material development
18 April 2024
Ink and coatings manufacturer Siegwerk is partnering with petrochemicals company Borouge in developing 100% recyclable mono-material packaging products that are designed for the circular economy.
DS Smith agrees ‘Combination’ deal with International Paper
17 April 2024
The almost $10 billion deal - which is subject to shareholder approval - would create a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, focused on North…
Walkers reduces virgin plastic waste with new paper Snack A Jacks packs
15 April 2024
Walkers has today announced the rollout of new, paper outer bags for all Snack A Jacks multipacks, which parent company PepsiCo says will reduce the…
RRD targets labels growth with new presses and testing services
10 April 2024
RR Donnelley (RRD) has announced investment in four new flexo or hybrid presses for label production that it says will deliver faster throughput, greater efficiency…
Parkside and Hoogly create compostable teabag envelope
22 March 2024
Flexible packaging specialist Parkside has partnered with artisanal tea brand Hoogly developing a compostable envelope for a new range of individually wrapped teabags for the…