Polyart Introduces eco-friendly paper for tags and labels
19 March 2024
Polyart Group has introduced Fiberskin Tag, a 100% paper option for tags and labels, said to be tear resistant and water resistant, courtesy of a…
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ProAmpac acquires UP Paper
19 March 2024
ProAmpac, a specialist in flexible packaging and material science, has announced the acquisition of UP Paper, a producer of recycled kraft paper.
Finat reports improving European labelstock demand after year-long decline
15 March 2024
Demand for labelstocks has increased for the first time in a year, according to European self-adhesive label association Finat, having previously suffered four consecutive quarters…
White sleeve material aids PET recycling of dairy products
23 February 2024
CCL Label's EcoFloat White low-density recyclable polyolefin sleeve material enables packaging of dairy and light-sensitive products in transparent PET.
LeadEdge unveils bio-based plate mounting for corrugated
15 January 2024
The product, cbak evolve, is a bio-based Polyethylene incorporating at least 30% bio-based material, that combines ‘exceptional corrugated print performance with resource-efficient design’.
Poland factory helps Pulse expand European presence
8 January 2024
Ink manufacturer Pulse Roll Label Products has taken over the factory of its long-term production partner Reprograf Grafikus in Poland.
Shaun Pan becomes chief commercial officer at Nazdar
3 January 2024
Mr Pan has been serving as chief strategy officer, and has been promoted in recognition of his contribution to the ink manufacturer's business.
Lecta launches recyclable metallised papers
13 December 2023
Metalvac Seal and Metalvac Barrier WV are designed for flexible packaging applications such as sachets, flowpacks and wrappers.
Flexo papers for home composting unveiled
12 December 2023
Products including barrier, coated one side and speciality kraft papers from UPM Specialty Papers are now certified to recognised home composting standards.
Materials research facility opened by Saica in Spain
29 November 2023
State-of-the-art laboratory near Zaragoza also helps the Group to meet strategic sustainability targets.
Berry Global gathers PE lamination films under Entour brand
10 November 2023
The move means that products such as the FormiForLAM film sold in Europe have been renamed to carry the new brand name.
Mondi kraft packaging papers get compostable certification
1 November 2023
The substrate manufacturer said the certification underpins its Mondi Action Plan 2030 commitment to make all its packaging and paper products reusable, recyclable or compostable…
New self-adhesive label film from Herma
23 October 2023
Herma rPE white rv PE film consists of 50% post-consumer recycled material, 50% new plastic, but is priced at a level that ‘almost corresponds’ to…
Aztec Label invests in additional Fujifilm plate systems
28 September 2023
UK firm looks for added sustainability and productivity with second C-Touch plate processor and new water filtration unit.
Smurfit Kappa adds WestRock to create new ‘Go-To’ packaging entity
20 September 2023
Smurfit WestRock will be a 'global leader' in sustainable packaging, with solutions across renewable, recyclable and biodegradable packaging.