Visy boosts board output with Smithfield corrugator investment
Visy has commissioned a new 2.8m-wide corrugator at its Smithfield board factory in Western Sydney, Australia, following a A$30m ($21m) …
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AW Rostamani Group rebrands packaging arm as VerraPak
AW Rostamani Group (AWR Group) has renamed its Sineo Packaging business to VerraPak, according to a press release posted on …
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ACR expands sustainable line with Ultra Green Packaging purchase
Foodservice and operational supplies distributor AmerCareRoyal (ACR) has acquired Ultra Green Packaging for an undisclosed sum. This marks ACR’s 12th add-on …
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European Commission opens consultation on bio-based plastics in packaging
The European Commission (EC) has started a public consultation to evaluate the position of bio-based plastics in EU packaging policy. Responses …
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Packaging sustainability claims that stand up
Precise wording, reliable evidence and market-specific checks help packaging businesses communicate environmental improvements credibly. Environmental claims help packaging manufacturers, material suppliers …
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UPM advances paper packaging innovation with new industry collaborations
UPM has formed separate partnerships with Ingredion, Paramelt and Siegwerk to develop paper-based packaging solutions for food and secondary packaging …
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ProAmpac targets food spoilage reduction with new packaging line
Flexible packaging and material science company ProAmpac has launched the ProActive Intelligence Shelf Protect (SP) series. The line aims to curb …
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Various packaging companies develop biobased paperboard for food applications
Eurobrillance, Plastigraf Trevigiana, NatureWorks and Form iQ have developed a biobased paperboard packaging system for food applications that require grease …
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Silgan and AIP enter $3.4bn deal to acquire Trivium Packaging
US-based packaging manufacturer Silgan Holdings has partnered with private equity company American Industrial Partners (AIP) to purchase Trivium Packaging in …
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Paper barrier coatings: how far can they go?
Barrier coatings are expanding paper’s packaging potential, but product protection, recyclability and production costs will determine where they can succeed. Paper-based …
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Packaging sector sees spin-offs and M&A activity
Corporate restructuring, acquisitions and capacity investment are reshaping packaging businesses as manufacturers balance regional priorities, specialist capabilities and regulatory demands. Packaging …
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Packaging design and recovery: lessons from Asia for global businesses
Simpler designs, effective return systems and market-specific testing can help packaging businesses reduce waste, protect products and control costs. Packaging innovation …
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Crespel & Deiters confirms Definol adhesives avoid new labelling mandates
Crespel & Deiters Group has confirmed that corrugated board manufacturers using its Definol adhesives will not face supplementary labelling or …
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Saudi Printing & Packaging sells UAE manufacturing lines
Saudi Printing & Packaging (SPP) has agreed to sell its polypropylene cup and plastic container production lines in the UAE …
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BOBST updates MASTER 6003 gravure press with new inking system
BOBST has introduced a new version of the MASTER 6003 gravure press, incorporating a revised ink supply system with automated …
