In a remarkable shift toward efficiency and safety, Smurfit WestRock’s Limerick plant has reported transformative results after replacing traditional wooden pallets with high-performance plastic pallets developed by C&T Matrix. Introduced in 2023, C&T’s BRC accredited plastic pallets were designed specifically for the packaging and converting industry and they are proving to be a game changer.

The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Rourkela has obtained an Indian patent for a biodegradable packaging material derived from flower waste. This innovation, titled “Multipurpose Biodegradable Packaging Material Prepared from Flower Waste,” signifies a significant advancement in tackling the twin challenges of plastic pollution and organic waste accumulation.

Bhaskar Ch on July 25, 2025

Name: Santosh Das

Company Name: Aurobindo Pharma Limited

Department: Packaging Development

Designation: Head, Packaging Development
 

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Bhaskar Ch on July 25, 2025

Name: Ms. Ina Ivanova
Designation: Head of Foreign Sales Department 
Organization: Herti JSC 

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After winning hearts with its signature "chull-worthy" blends, the brand is now expanding its lineup with:

1. Calm Code - ChamoMint Tea: Calm in a cup. Invites deep, restful sleep, relaxes the senses, and eases mental fatigue.

2. Clarity Charge - Blue Voltage Tea: An electrifying fusion that sparks the mind, boosts mental clarity, and keeps focus razor-sharp.

3. Ageless Aura - Flirtatious Hibiscus Tea: Boldly floral & sweetly spicy for a glowing, ageless aura with uplifting notes of vitality.

The surge in electric vehicle (EV) demand is reshaping the automotive aftermarket. With key EV component costs climbing—raw-material prices for batteries have jumped over 100% since 2021—and persistent labor shortages squeezing operations, suppliers face unprecedented margin pressure. At the same time, direct-to-consumer (DTC) demands for same- and next-day delivery across hundreds of SKUs add further complexity.

Bhaskar Ch on July 24, 2025

“KEY SAYING…….”

Name: Laurent Fournier
Designation: India Country Director and Managing Director 
Organization: Sidel India 

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