LATEST NEWS Metsä Group’s demo plant for a new lignin product starts up in Äänekoski Mets Groups demo plant for a new lignin product has started up in nekoski. The plant uses lignin extracted from the bioproduct mills production process as its raw material and it has a nameplate capacity of two tons of a new type of lignin product per day. The plant was built in cooperation with the equipment supplier ANDRITZ. Dow, a leading materials science company, is a key partner. Mets Groups |  Read More |
Reversible glue developed by scientists to simplify packaging recycling Key takeawaysNewcastle University researchers have developed a reversible, water-based glue that bonds dissimilar materials.The solution enables easier reuse and recycling of packaging components such as labels and laminates.The glue uses clay-based one-pot formulations, offering a shelf life of at least one year.Scientists from Newcastle University, UK, have developed a reversible glue that funct |  Read More |
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LATEST PRESS RELEASES Innovation, Quality and Enthusiasm: 75 Years of Schreiner Group Innovation, Quality and Enthusiasm: 75 Years of Schreiner Group Entering the 2026 Anniversary Year with Traditional Munich DanceOberschleissheim, February 10, 2026 For 75 years, Schreiner Group has stood for innovation, quality and enthusiasm. What began in 1951 in a small garage has grown into an internationally successful high-tech company. With the traditional dance of the Munich Schffle |  Read More |
UFlex Introduces F-HSS Mono-Material PET Film for Sustainable Packaging at PLASTINDIA 2026 F-HSS is a co-extruded PET film featuring a specially engineered copolymer-based sealant layer. The film is heat-sealable on one side and delivers a seal strength of more than 1.5 kg/inch, while the opposite side is available in either corona-treated or untreated form. This structure allows excellent sealing compatibility with itself as well as APET, RPET, CPET, and PVDC, making it suitable for a |  Read More |
UFlex Launches Sustainable Water-Based Soft Touch Coating at PLASTINDIA 2026 New Delhi, February 6, 2026: UFlex Limited, Indias largest multinational flexible packaging and solutions company, has launched its latest innovation from its chemical portfolioFLEXCOAT Soft Touch Coating, an environmentally friendly, water-based soft-touch coatingat PLASTINDIA 2026. Developed to address the growing demand for premium, luxurious, and aesthetically appealing packaging, the coating |  Read More |
USA, Ohio: Specialty gas provider OE Meyer relies on sustainable vacuum solutions Dry vacuum pumps from Leybold for greater operational safety and environmental protectionCologne, February 2026 A dry vacuum offers many advantages to users from a wide range of sectors. These include longer running performance and ultimately greater efficiency in the processes. As one of the leading suppliers of speciality gases, welding accessories and automation solutions, OE Meyer from the US |  Read More |
Solving the 2027 Recycled Content Mandate: How Cortec is Closing the Loop on Plastic Waste With India mandating 20% recycled content in flexible plastic packaging by 2027, and many other circular economy initiatives arising around the globe, it is more important than ever for manufacturers to have a plastic recycling strategy. Cortec makes that process easier for users of anticorrosion packaging by offering a variety of traceable recycled content options and opening a profitable recycli |  Read More |
UFlex Unveils CERUFLEX 500 High-Speed Gravure Printing Machine at PLASTINDIA 2026 New Delhi, February 5, 2026: UFlex Limited, Indias largest multinational flexible packaging and solutions company, unveiled the CERUFLEX 500, its next-generation high-speed gravure printing machine, at PLASTINDIA 2026.This machine has been developed through a collaboration between Gravtech Srl, Italy, and UFlex Limited, India. Gravtech designed a completely new and innovative rotogravure model, wh |  Read More |
Amcor provides a one-stop solution for Fragrances of Ireland’s Inis brand extension ZURICH, February 6, 2026 Amcor (NYSE: AMCR, ASX: AMC), a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions, is providing a one-stop solution of bottles and flexibles tubes to Fragrances of Ireland to support the extension of the companys signature collection, Inis the Energy of the Sea, into hair care.Fragrances of Ireland has been creating perfumes and personal care |  Read More |
Sabert sets out clear growth and innovation vision growth ambition is matched by a clear focus on profitability, operational excellence and capital discipline, ensuring the business grows in the most resilient and sustainable way.Six months on from Sabert Corporation Europes acquisition of Colpac Limited, food packaging manufacturer Sabert has reaffirmed its long-term ambition to grow significantly the scale and profitability of its global busine |  Read More |
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LATEST INNOVATION AstroNova Powers Ahead with Next-Gen Digital Printing Solutions at FESPA 2025 At the FESPA Global Print Expo 2025 in Berlin, AstroNova, Inc. (Nasdaq: ALOT) introduced a suite of high-performance digital printing solutions, marking a significant advancement in the product identification segment. The launch includes the QuickLabel QL-425 and QL-435 professional label presses, alongside the VP-800 direct-to-package printer, designed to meet the evolving needs of label converte |  Read More |
Inline Plastics Expands Safe-T-Chef® Portfolio with New 8×6 Tamper-Evident Containers ! Inline Plastics has announced the latest expansion of its Safe-T-Chef product line with the introduction of two new 86 polypropylene container options (SKUs C8616D and C8616F), designed to meet the evolving demands of hot foodservice, prepared meals, and microwavable at-home applications.Manufactured from microwave-safe polypropylene (PP), the new containers provide foodservice operators and retai |  Read More |
FIAT TURNS BEVERAGE CARTONS INTO CAR INTERIORS: A NEW ERA IN AUTOMOTIVE SUSTAINABILITY In a groundbreaking move for both the automotive and recycling industries, Fiat has launched the new Grande Panda the first-ever car to incorporate recycled materials derived from used beverage cartons. By doing so, the Italian carmaker has not only reimagined sustainable design but has also opened the door to new applications for recycled polyAl at an industrial scale.Each Fiat Grande Panda conta |  Read More |
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LATEST EVENT India Warehousing Show-2026 India Warehousing Show 2026 will take place from 2527 June 2026 at the Yashobhoomi Convention Centre, New Delhi, India, and is set to be a landmark event for the warehousing, logistics, automation, and supply chain sectors.Designed to empower minds and transform the industry, the exhibition will bring together visionaries, innovators, and thought leaders shaping the future of supply chain manageme | Read More |
IPHEX-2026, New Delhi A premier exhibition uniting the drugs, pharmaceutical, and healthcare industries under one roof, this event stands as one of the largest showcases of Indian pharmaceutical products and technologies for a global audience.With 600+ overseas buyers from key focus markets invited to participate, the exhibition offers an exceptional platform for industry leaders from India and around the world to conn |  Read More |
IndiaCorr Expo IndiaCorr Expo is Indias biggest trade show dedicated to the entire value chain of the corrugated packaging industry. It serves as a powerful platform for high-quality equipment suppliers, machinery manufacturers, and solution providers to connect with buyers from across the globe.IndiaCorr Expo offers unmatched opportunities for key buyers to explore advanced technologies, source machinery, and e |  Read More |
The Pharma India Expo 2026 Pharma India Expo - An International Exhibition & Conference on Pharma and Healthcare Technologies focusing on the Future of the Pharma & Healthcare Industries transitioning to a fully digitized industry worldwide.Professionals from across the globe will converge to share their knowledge, and experience in creating future assets using cutting edge technologies. This international event wil |  Read More |
EXPO PACK México 2026 EXPO PACK Mxico 2026 is the premier event in Latin America connecting end-users with leading suppliers in the packaging and processing industry. Don't miss this unparalleled opportunity to showcase your innovations, connect with industry leaders, and expand your market reach. To know more click here |  Read More |
PackPlus 2026 PackPlus is Indias most prestigious platform, showcasing the entire value chain of the packaging industryfrom raw materials to finished products. The event highlights every stage of the production process, including material conversion, filling, and final packaging solutions.Now in its 19th edition, PackPlus brings together industry experts, live demonstrations, product launches, and the latest ma |  Read More |
Asia Photonics Expo (APE 2026) Asia Photonics Expo (APE 2026) will return to Singapore from the 4 6 February at Sands Expo and Convention Centre. Recognised as Asias leading platform for photonics innovation, APE 2026 will showcase cutting-edge technologies spanning optical communications, optics, semiconductors, lasers, infrared, sensing, quantum, and beyond. As the go-to event for industry professionals to explore trends and |  Read More |
PackSol-2026 At the heart of PackSol is a bold ambition to redefine the future of consumer packaging. The exhibition centers on premium, high-end, and customized packaging solutions designed to help brands differentiate themselves in increasingly competitive markets.PackSol goes well beyond conventional packaging displays. It showcases a seamless fusion of art, design, and engineeringwhere aesthetics meet perf |  Read More |
PAMEX -2026 PAMEX is a biennial trade fair dedicated to printing technologies and machinery, held at the Bombay Convention & Exhibition Centre. Since its inception in 1997, PAMEX has grown into one of Indias most influential platforms for the printing industry, drawing publishers, production managers, quality control professionals, and key decision-makers from across the value chain.Organized by Print-Pac |  Read More |
Pack Expo East-2026 PACK EXPO East is a biennial trade show that delivers the full PACK EXPO experience, with a dedicated focus on packaging and processing innovations tailored to the East Coast market. |  Read More |
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LATEST BLOG Compression Moulding Compression MouldingCompression moulding is a widely used manufacturing technology for producing strong, consistent, and cost-effective plastic components. In the packaging industry, it plays a critical role in the production of closures, caps, lids, trays, and containers where dimensional accuracy and material efficiency are essential.As brands push for lighter packaging, higher output, and impro |  Read More |
Paperisation vs Packaging Alternatives | Sustainable Packaging Comparison Is Paperisation Always the Most Sustainable Option?As sustainability regulations tighten and consumer awareness grows, paperisation the shift from plastic to paper-based packaging has become one of the most talked-about strategies in the packaging industry.But is replacing plastic with paper always the most sustainable packaging solution? Or do other packaging alternatives such as recyclable plast |  Read More |
Frustration-Free Packaging: The Complete Guide to Easy-Open, Sustainable Product Packaging Frustration-Free Packaging: The Complete Guide to Easy-Open, Sustainable Product PackagingWhat Is Frustration-Free Packaging?Frustration-free packaging is a customer-centric packaging design approach that eliminates excessive materials, hard-to-open plastic clamshells, and wire ties. This innovative packaging solution focuses on easy opening, recyclability, and minimal waste while still protecting |  Read More |
Induction Sealing: Ensuring Tamper Evidence, Freshness, and Leak-Proof Packaging Induction sealing has become a critical packaging technology across food, beverage, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and chemical industries. As brands focus on product safety, shelf life extension, and regulatory compliance, induction sealing offers a reliable, scalable, and tamper-evident solution. This blog explores what induction sealing is, how it works, its benefits, applications, and key considera |  Read More |
The Role of Packaging in Makar Sankranti: Celebrating Tradition, Harvest, and Togetherness Makar Sankranti is more than just a festival it is a celebration of transition, renewal, and abundance.The word Sankranti literally means transmigration or transition, referring to the movement of the Sun from one zodiac sign to another in the Hindu calendar. While there are twelve Sankrantis each year, Makara Sankranti is the most significant. It marks the Suns entry into the zodiac sign Caprico |  Read More |
Smart Packaging: From Niche Innovation to the Backbone of the Future Supply Chain Smart packaging is no longer a futuristic concept confined to pilot projects and innovation labs. It is rapidly becoming a mainstream technology with the potential to redefine how products are protected, tracked, and experienced. With the global smart packaging market projected to grow from $38 billion in 2024 to $64 billion by 2033, the pace of adoption is accelerating and the implications for br |  Read More |
How Consumers Can Limit Packaging Waste During the Holiday Season and in 2026 The holiday season is a time of generosity, celebration, and unfortunately, excess waste. From gift wrap and delivery boxes to single-use food packaging, consumer choices during this period significantly impact global packaging waste. As sustainability becomes less of a trend and more of a necessity, 2026 marks a shift in how conscious consumers approach packaging decisions year-round, not just du |  Read More |
7 New Year's Resolutions for Packaging Industry Leaders in 2026 7 New Year's Resolutions for Packaging Industry Leaders in 2026As we ring in 2026, the packaging industry trends point toward sustainability, innovation, and efficiency. If you're in manufacturing, supply chain, or design, it's time to commit to bold New Year's resolutions that future-proof your business. These actionable pledges align with rising demands for eco-friendly |  Read More |
From Ambition to Action: How SMART Sustainability Goals Are Reshaping Packaging ! In current time, the sustainability conversation around packaging reached a pivotal moment. Global leaders such as PepsiCo, Coca-Cola, Unilever, and Mars publicly acknowledged that some of their packaging sustainability targets would not be met as originally planned.Rather than signaling failure, this transparency reflects a more mature phase of sustainabilityone where ambition is balanced with op |  Read More |
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