AIMPLAS, the Plastics Technology Centre, is the coordinator of the European DAFIA Project, whose aim has been to recover municipal solid waste and marine rest raw materials from the fishing industry in order to obtain...

Designed for CPG and Life Sciences brands and marking the 30th anniversary of the global event, EskoWorld 2021 virtual brand conference will be held on May 19th and 20th. With two half days of presentations...

Plastics pollution in the world’s oceans: Most of us were at least somewhat aware of the problem. Maybe we’d seen pictures of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch or had read about seabirds swallowing debris. But...

ProAmpac, a global leader in flexible packaging, announced that two facilities have received Annual Safety Awards from from The Paper Shipping Sack Manufacturers’ Association (PSSMA).

Kongsberg, one of the most trusted and established names in the digital finishing industry, enters a new era, transforming into a standalone company, Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems (‘Kongsberg PCS’). The transformation follows the acquisition of...

After a three-month transition period with his predecessor Herbert Forker, Dr. Nicolas Wiedmann has assumed full responsibility as Siegwerk's new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). He joined Siegwerk on January 1, 2021 and has been intensively...

H.B. Fuller announces two new compostable adhesive solutions under its worldwide renowned Flextra™ Evolution brand, which offer many differentiated advantages in terms of sustainability goals and manufacturer benefits. Increasing environmental awareness of consumers, strict legislation,...

Pregis announces its partnership with Circular Great Lakes (CGL), a regional initiative focused initially on keeping valuable plastic materials out of the waste stream and the environment. CGL has been created by the Council of...

NOVA Chemicals Corporation has introduced its first three grades of 100% post-consumer polyethylene resins. The post-consumer resin (PCR) grades each come from a dedicated source and are ideal for a range of flexible film applications:...

The world faces two adverse situations regarding solid waste management: food waste and packaging waste. These two major solid waste contributors lead to economic, environmental, and social challenges. The US Environmental Protection Agency reports that...

The takeover of Sidac SpA enables the Schur Flexibles Group to expand its network on the Italian market by adding a strong centre of excellence for customised and high-quality packaging solutions. With its commitment to...

Pacific Innovations, LLC., a company specializing in isopropyl alcohol and other industrial chemicals, recently purchased and installed the Anycut III from Arrow Systems, Inc. The laser finishing solution will help Pacific Innovations laminate and cut...

Esko has launched the latest generation of its award-winning native PDF editor for packaging and label prepress, ArtPro+. With a new Variable Data Printing module and full integration with HELL gravure equipment, the latest version...

Davis-Standard is pleased to announce that Rich Kanarski has been elected to serve as a Technical Program Chair for the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE), Extrusion Division. In 2014, Kanarski was recommended by a mentor...

From 20 to 23 April 2021, the global print & packaging community will meet at virtual.drupa, which features the three pillars "Conference Area", "Networking Plaza" and "Exhibition Space" to promote knowledge transfer and networking and...

Karlville, a manufacturer of the Pack Ready Laminator for HP Indigo, announces the installation by Inkworks Printing, LLC of their new COMBI Thermal + Solventless Laminator that combines both thermal and solvent free adhesive lamination...

When it comes to providing leadership in a crisis, Jan Tharp says a critical aspect is having someone at the helm who is going to be a reassuring presence. When flying on a plane, you...

Palmer Township will be one of a handful of communities in the United States to accept flexible-plastic waste in its curbside recycling bins, starting next month. Flexible plastic — including bags for groceries, potato chips...

New sustainable packages, including those made from oat hulls and cocoa bean byproduct, refillable and reusable packaging for cosmetics, hand sanitizer, and deodorant, and other innovations, are the focus of webinar from ThePackHub. Sustainable packaging...

Mica Corporation finalized an agreement with Unique Trading in March to become Mica’s exclusive distributor in Pakistan. “The flexible packaging market in Pakistan is quickly developing. Establishing a strategic partnership with Unique Trading will be...

The FMCG industry has become highly competitive in the use of flexible packaging for products. Consumers can find the same product by different brands in lucrative packaging and often make the final buying decision based...

Cucina Fresca and Lamb Weston are both replacing portions of their existing plastic packaging to bio-based materials. Watch our "Take Five with Packaging World" video to learn more about this industry shift to more sustainable...

Doing business in the COVID era has required a great deal of creativity and flexibility. With evolving protocols and safety requirements, businesses have had to adapt quickly and with prudence to ensure success. To support...

FUJIFILM Dimatix Inc. released the Samba cartridge for use with the Dimatix Materials Printer (DMP). Based on state-of-the-art silicon micro-electro-mechanical systems (Si-MEMS) design and manufacturing of the Samba G3L printhead, the Samba cartridge is the...

Taghleef Industries Group (Ti) celebrates its 15th anniversary, honoring 15 years of growing, integrating, and creating a culture of its own. In the last 15 years, Ti has expanded through strategic thinking, focused investment, and...

Esko, a global developer of integrated software and hardware solutions for the packaging and label sectors, has confirmed the successful closing of the sale of its Kongsberg digital finishing business to OpenGate Capital on April...

Chai joins Nobelus with over 17 years of experience in printing and eight years in emerging print technologies. In this newly formed role, he will be responsible for new business development and market expansion. His...

For years, plastic caught by fishing communities on the Kollam coast in India’s southern state of Kerala was thrown back into the water, damaging aquatic ecosystems and killing fish. But fishers are spearheading an innovative...