SIG, a global leader in sustainable aseptic packaging solutions, has once again redefined industry standards with the commercial launch of SIG Terra Alu-free + Full Barrier, the world’s first aluminum-layer-free, full-barrier solution for multi-serve aseptic cartons. This pioneering development marks a major step in SIG’s mission to decarbonize the food and beverage packaging industry.
Fruth Custom Packaging, a leading domestic manufacturer of medical packaging, has expanded operations to respond to increasing demand for biohazard bags and autoclave bags. Designed for healthcare, medical research, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology industries, Fruth autoclave bags include sterilization bags for medical instruments, specimen bags for transportation of biological samples, and biohazard bags for disposal of infectious waste.
Ogilvy Colombia and Nestlé Central America present a ground breaking innovation - packaging made from cheese whey: 'Self-Packing Cheese'. For the first time in the mass consumption industry, cheese whey, a by-product with a low level of utilisation despite having similar properties to plastic, will be transformed into sustainable packaging. Double impact is guarantee: SPC reduce plastic waste and give discarded whey a second life.
Peerless Plastics & Coatings has taken a significant leap in its print production capabilities with the installation of the Fujifilm Acuity Prime L flatbed UV printer, sourced through Soyang Hardware. The investment marks a strategic move to boost efficiency, expand capacity, and cater to a broader customer base.
In a major leap forward for high-volume film production, Austrian machinery specialist SML has introduced its latest innovation: the W1300 turret winder, a powerhouse of efficiency, flexibility, and precision designed to handle jumbo rolls up to a mechanical diameter of 1,500 mm.
SML has unveiled its latest breakthrough in sustainable flexible packaging: a family of Mono-Material Oriented Polyethylene (MDO-PE) films ranging from 17 µm to 65 µm. These high-clarity films deliver bespoke barrier performance previously the domain of multi-layer PET-PE laminates while offering full recyclability as a single-polymer structure.
In a resounding testament to its creativity, innovation, and commitment to sustainable retail solutions, DS Smith has emerged as a triple winner at the prestigious SHOP! D-A-CH Awards 2025. Now in its 15th year, the awards celebrate outstanding achievements in Point-of-Sale (POS) design across a broad range of categories, from digital activations and visual merchandising to fully integrated retail campaigns.
This year, DS Smith’s standout work earned three Silver Awards across different categories, reinforcing its leading position in packaging and display design innovation.
Premium sausage producer Heck Food has partnered with Yorkshire Packaging Systems (YPS) to launch its latest product, Sausage Rashers, using the innovative LIDTEC SOFT 200 ultra-thin lidding film. The packaging upgrade promises not only eye-catching aesthetics but also top-tier performance in food protection and sustainability.
In a significant move toward a more sustainable and resilient supply chain for foodservice packaging in the United States, Brazil-based ERT Bioplastics has partnered with global bioplastics leader TotalEnergies Corbion to deliver regionally produced, compostable food serviceware. The collaboration harnesses Luminy® PLA, a biobased and industrially compostable resin developed by TotalEnergies Corbion, to create high-quality products designed for the U.S. market.
Elopak, a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, has introduced a game-changing innovation in the form of its new Natural White Board a paperboard for fresh liquids that promises up to 14% lower greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions compared to traditional white board cartons.