namasté packaging 22 September 2025

Ester Loop Infinite Technologies Pvt. Ltd. (ELITe) Set to Supply Sustainable Materials to Global Markets Through Strategic Partnerships 

Supplying 100% recycled DMT to Taro PlastLoop Industries has signed an offtake agreement with Taro Plast S.p.A., a global leader in thermoplastic compounds. Under this agreement, ELITe will supply Loop Dimethyl Terephthalate (DMT) from its India facility. The Loop DMT supplied will be used for automotive and specialty polymer applications. Taro Plast confirms that Loop's 100% recycled DMT meets th

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IIT Madras Researchers develop Agriculture Waste-based Packaging Materials that can eliminate Plastic Use 

The researchers demonstrated that mycelium-based biocomposites grown on agricultural and paper waste were found to provide quality in packaging while being biodegradable.This research has the potential to make a transformative impact on both society and the environment by offering a practical solution to two major problems - plastic pollution and agricultural waste disposal.By converting agricultu

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Tata Steel Nederland Unveils Game Changing Dry Forming Can Making Line at R&D Hub 

In a bold move to revolutionize the future of food packaging, Tata Steel Nederland has commissioned a next generation can-making line at its R&D facilities, introducing a dry forming process that redefines speed, sustainability, and food safety in the production of steel cans.At the heart of this innovation is a state of the art bodymaker that dramatically reduces energy and water usage two ke

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Mondi’s paper-based CompressWrap sets new standards for Ekornes’ mattresses 

    Mondi and Ekornes team up to replace plastic mattress packaging with Mondi's fibre-based re/cycle CompressWrap.     The innovative solution is made from Mondi's re/cycle FunctionalBarrier Paper range and designed for recycling according to the 4evergreen 'Design for Circularity Guidelines'.    Ekornes' high-end mattresses wrapped

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PAC-MAN turns 45 — Candy Can and AMP mark the moment with 45 collectible cans 

There are games, and then there are true cultural icons. Pac-Man belongs to the latter a timeless legend that continues to captivate generations. To mark 45 years of Pac-Man, Candy Can has teamed up once again with Ardagh Metal Packaging to launch a special edition collectible can series that channels retro arcade vibes for todays beverage market.Pac-Man first appeared in arcades in 1980 and quic

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Global Graphics Software unveils major new version of SmartDFE with advanced tools for labels and packaging 

Global Graphics Software, a leading developer of core digital printing technologies and the OEM business unit of Hybrid Software, today announced a major new release of SmartDFE, the intelligent digital front end platform that drives high-speed label and packaging presses. This latest version introduces two powerful tools that will enhance efficiency for label press operators, improve connectivity

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Brawn Mixer Raises the Bar with High-Performance B Series Liquid Mixing Systems 

When it comes to large-scale, continuous process operations, reliability and efficiency are everything. Thats exactly what Brawn Mixers B Series liquid mixing systems are designed to deliver. Engineered for mixing volumes of up to 3,000 gallons, the B Series is tailored to application-specific needs ensuring optimal performance, improved process yields, and faster cycle times.From blending and sol

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SWOP : Processing and Packaging 

Shanghai World of Packaging (swop) Global Linkage, Intelligent FutureMesse Dsseldorf (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. and Adsale Exhibition Services Ltd. will once again collaborate to host the Shanghai World of Packaging (swop) from 2527 November 2025 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC). The 2025 edition will mark the 10th anniversary milestone of swop.As part of the interpack alliance, sw

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Neo-Retro & Hipster Subcultures: Why Vintage Packaging Feels So Right for Trendy Brands 

Neo-retro packaging is a powerful and increasingly popular trend in modern product design, particularly among trendy urban brands. It is a style that deliberately reinterprets design elements from the past, blending vintage aesthetics with contemporary sensibilities.Its not just simple throwbacks. Neo-retro signals values like quality, authenticity, sustainability, and nostalgia.This article exami

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