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Tomypak Holdings Bhd has appointed Ignatius Ong Ming Choy as its new managing director, effective Sept 17, 2025. In a filing with Bursa Malaysia, the flexible packaging manufacturer said Ong, 50, holds a Bachelor of...
On September 8, the Evry Commercial Court approved the takeover of Smag Graphique by the French holding company X&llence. The manufacturer of printing and finishing equipment for labels and flexible packaging will thus continue to...
‘The future of recycling flexible plastic packaging in the UK’ is a report and blueprint which details for the first time how flexible plastic packaging – such as food packaging, film and carrier bags –...
Parkside has appointed Joe Strathearn as its new global sales director, with the flexible packaging company tasking him to expand its global reach and drive innovation across its Specialty and Tobacco divisions. Strathearn brings extensive...
Nobelus, a supplier of specialty flexible packaging solutions and a PRINTING United Alliance corporate supplier member, has been awarded a 2025 Pinnacle Award. The honor recognizes the company’s innovation in the Non-Output category. The Pinnacle...
Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, is partnering with Ekornes, the Nordic region’s largest furniture producer, to introduce an innovative paper-based packaging solution for wrapping high-end mattresses, replacing the previous plastic solution....
BW Converting reports strong early results from its newly launched PCMC Meridian Elite+ laser anilox cleaner. The system is delivering measurable performance gains at multiple customer sites, including Amcor Flexibles North America (AFNA), one of...
Michelman is expanding its DigiPrime® Vision series with a newly developed primer designed to support pressure-sensitive label applications on HP Indigo 6K and 8K Digital Presses. This latest addition reflects Michelman’s ongoing commitment to innovation...
SupplyOne, Inc., a leading distributor of custom corrugated and value-added packaging solutions in North America, announced today that it has acquired the business of Vital Pack, a California-based packaging distributor with in-house label printing capabilities...
From October 8 to 15 in Dusseldorf, Comexi will once again take center stage at K 2025, the world’s most influential trade fair for plastics and flexible packaging. Under the motto “Pioneering Flexible Solutions”, the...
During the last years, Walki Westpak has experienced rapid growth, driven by growing customer demand for high-quality, sustainable flexible packaging solutions for food products such as sausages, cheese, chocolate, and fish. To maintain the exceptional...
Charter Next Generation, a leading provider of sustainable material science solutions, has announced a strategic collaboration with NOVA Chemicals for high-quality recycled polyethylene (rPE) for advanced flexible packaging applications. The relationship advances CNG’s commitment to...
On behalf of the Flexible Packaging Association (FPA), I very much appreciated the opportunity to appear before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Environment on July 16, 2025, for...
ExxonMobil will showcase its innovative polymer solutions and expertise at K 2025 in Dusseldorf, Germany, from October 8-15. ExxonMobil Signature Polymers will be featured at K for the first time, marking its debut appearance at...
COIM USA, proudly announces that our NOVACOTE® SF 716A + CA 336 2K PU Solvent Free Laminating Adhesive System for multi-layer flexible packaging has received APR Recognition from the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) for...
The Saica Flex plant in Wigan has become the first flexible packaging site in the UK to be awarded the Saica Zero to Landfill Certificate, achieving an impressive 99.82% waste diversion rate in the audit....
Flint Group, a global leader in inks and coatings for packaging, is pleased to announce the launch of VIVO ColourMatch – a powerful new software tool that completes its VIVO Colour Solutions platform. VIVO ColourMatch...
The Board of Directors for Pixelle Specialty Solutions announced the appointment of Julie Schertell as CEO of Pixelle. Ms. Schertell succeeds Ross Bushnell, who has stepped down as CEO to pursue new opportunities. Schertell is...
TIPA Compostable Packaging, in partnership with its European subsidiary Bio4Life, has introduced certified home compostable produce labels for a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables. These labels are designed to meet zero-waste goals while adhering...
LemuGroup continues its global expansion with the integration of Converting Equipment International (CEI), a US company located in Montana, next to Glacier National Park. This move strengthens the group's presence in the North American market,...
It’s becoming even riskier for companies to present misleading environmental or sustainability claims — a practice dubbed “greenwashing” — due to wider user of technology to weed out bad actors and growing legal judgments, speakers discussed...
The U.S. EPA updated its rulemaking agenda, adding timelines for when it plans to advance several key actions that affect the waste and recycling industry. Rules that appear on the docket address issues like PFAS,...
Siegwerk, one of the leading global providers of printing inks and coatings for packaging applications and labels, will exhibit from September 16 to 19, 2025, at Labelexpo Europe in Barcelona, Spain. Besides highlighting some of...
Packaging machinery supplier Autopack has acquired Nottingham-based Autopak Machinery to expand its capabilities in the flexible packaging market. The deal, which follows the retirement of Autopak Machinery founder Aubrey Davies, will see the bag filling...
ProAmpac, a global leader in flexible packaging and material science, is proud to announce its collaboration with Galway-based Divilly Brothers to introduce ProActive Recyclable® FibreSculpt to the Irish chilled cooked meats market. This alliance reflects...
Finishing equipment manufacturer AB Graphic International (ABG), has launched a new division, ABG Flex Pack. The move marks a strategic step forward for the company, expanding its expertise in lamination and finishing into this high-growth...
Transcontinental Inc. announces its results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2025, which ended July 27, 2025. "For the third consecutive quarter, we significantly improved our adjusted net earnings per share, which continues to demonstrate the...
Shell Polymers and Charter Next Generation (CNG), a leading North American producer of specialty films and material science solutions, have entered a commercial agreement through which Shell Polymers delivers ISCC PLUS certified circular polyethylene for...