All articles by Umesh Ellichipuram

Umesh Ellichipuram

Saudi Arabia and Sidel sign MOU to explore local packaging operations

Saudi Arabia and packaging solutions company Sidel have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) in Paris, France, to explore the…
FSA and FSS advise against use of ocean-bound plastics in food packaging

The UK’s Food Standards Agency (FSA) and Food Standards Scotland (FSS) have issued guidance to businesses regarding the use of…
Colorcon and ASHA Cellulose sign deal for polymer distribution

Colorcon, a provider of pharmaceutical film coating systems, has signed an exclusive distribution arrangement with ASHA Cellulose to supply its…
Starbucks rolls out eco-friendly takeaway cup in Europe

Starbucks has begun introducing a new environmentally friendly white takeaway cup in parts of Europe. The updated version replaces the…
Crown partners with San Juan Bev. Co. for exclusive packaging deal

Aluminium beverage can maker Crown Holdings has formed an exclusive agreement with San Juan Beverage Company (San Juan Bev. Co.)…

Futamura and others partner for sachet packaging

Futamura has joined forces with flexible packaging provider Repaq and machinery maker GK Sondermaschinenbau to introduce a sustainable sachet solution…
Ball posts net sales of $3.09bn in Q1 2025

Aluminium manufacturing company Ball Corporation reported net sales of $3.09bn for the first quarter (Q1) of 2025, marking a 7.7%…
Amazon deploys 18 automated packaging machines in UK

Amazon has unveiled its plans to install 18 new automated packaging machines across fulfilment centres in the UK. The rollout…
Dangote Packaging targets African markets amid production surge

Dangote Packaging (DPL) has announced plans to begin exporting polypropylene bags to African markets after increasing production capacity. The development…
Chomps partners with 4ocean to address ocean plastic pollution

Chomps, a US-based snack brand, has announced a partnership with 4ocean to combat plastic pollution affecting marine environments. The joint…