Zya speeds R&D, cuts costs, cuts risk and accelerates the market launch of bioplastics for packaging, according to Siddiqui.

Erthos launched seven years ago to develop biobased compounds as alternatives to plastics. The company initially built Zya as an internal tool for its R&D teams to accelerate the material development and customization work they did for brands. But then they realized the tool could be more impactful if brands directly accessed it, said Siddiqui.

The pharmaceutical industry’s digital transformation is accelerating, with smart and interactive technologies driving advances in process optimization, traceability, authentication, and patient engagement. Yet achieving reliable performance in healthcare applications requires far more than placing a chip in a label—it demands deep expertise. This is where Schreiner MediPharm brings its core strength.

ABG Flex Pack combines three key pillars of innovation. First is the launch of a new ThermoLam product – a compact, modular thermal laminator that improves on previous models with better ergonomics, easier roll handling from the front and an optimised footprint for maximum efficiency. Second is the addition of pouch-making solutions through an exclusive partnership with Galaxy Packtech, which provides converters with access to proven, high-performance technology.

Thailand’s flexible packaging industry is entering a new growth phase, propelled by sustainability investments, high-barrier materials, and advanced manufacturing technologies. A recent DataM Intelligence study projects a 3.04% CAGR through 2031, supported by rising demand in food, personal care, and healthcare applications.

Essentra Components, a leading manufacturer of essential components and solutions, has been awarded a gold medal by EcoVadis, the global provider of business sustainability ratings, in recognition of its progress towards a more sustainable future.

What stops a customer from getting up to €500 for their old phone? Often, it’s not the price; it’s the packaging. ReTech leaders like Swappie know that a major friction point in the online trade-in process is the customer's anxiety about shipping a high-value device.

FTIR: The Unsung Hero Behind Better Polymers

Every polymer product, from food-grade packaging to automotive interiors, depends on chemistry that works flawlessly. But how do we actually see what is happening inside those long polymer chains or complex additive blends? The answer, for decades now, has been Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy, or FTIR.

It is not flashy, but FTIR quietly transformed the way we understand, control, and trust materials.