Press Releases

Reproflex3, a leading provider of pre-press services to the global flexible packaging industry, has announced a capex investment of more than half a million pounds to increase the group’s production capabilities in corrugated packaging. The strategic investment includes recruitment, new processing and production equipment, refits to its sites in New Zealand and the creation of a dedicated corrugated studio at the company’s UK headquarters. The new hires, facili

Food production, processing and packaging companies can grow their operations by acquiring new and like-new equipment in a Dec. 12 online auction by Tiger Group. The court-ordered bankruptcy sale features assets from Lemnature AquaFarms' multimillion-dollar production and R&D plants in Vero Beach and Fellsmere. The regenerative agriculture company produced plant-based ingredients for the food, beverage and nutrition markets. The timed, online auction closes on Tues

Inno-Pak, LLC a portfolio company of Emerald Lake Capital Management and a leading designer, manufacturer, importer and supplier of innovative, eco-friendly packaging for prepared and takeout foods, today announced that it has acquired Albany Packaging Inc. (“Albany”). Albany specializes in the design and manufacture of custom and stock folding paperboard cartons, including bakery boxes and food packaging items such as trays and takeout boxes. Albany has a manufacturing

Brook + Whittle a leading provider of sustainable label solutions for pressure sensitive, shrink sleeves, and flexible packaging, has acquired FlexoOne and InStockLabels.com, based in Salt Lake City, Utah. Founded in 2006, FlexoOne provides the finest quality flexographic and digitally printed labels with outstanding customer service across the USA and internationally. In 2011, FlexoOne launched InStockLabels.com, leading the industry in labels for retail, apparel, warehouse, school

Tequila Komos, the category-leading ultra-luxury tequila brand continues to set new environmental impact standards for the tequila industry by partnering with Green Loop, an emerging leader in sustainable packaging solutions. Based in Jalisco, Mexico, Green Loop is the first company to innovate with ecosolutions using byproduct waste from the tequila industry and is the first Agave Bagasse Waste Recovery Center. As environmental-impact innovators, Green Loop is the only company 100% specializ

A new technology solution to eliminate single-use packaging waste launched this fall at Simon Fraser University (SFU), following a successful pilot last year that saw 125 kgs of single-use packaging waste reduced and more than 500 kgs of carbon emissions avoided in six months. Reusables.com, a leading technology platform for the circular economy, announced today its partnership with Compass Group Canada (through their educational food service division, Chartwells), Canada's lead

Fortress Technology has launched a new slim-line Raptor design that prioritizes operator ergonomics. Sharing their extensive knowledge of international net weight verification rules that govern food checkweighing, Fortress explores the ‘compliance essentials’ that can protect brand integrity while simultaneously lowering operational costs. Efficient weight control and checkweighing systems are integral to meeting consumer expectations. In addition to inspecting under and

Cosmoprof Asia and Cosmopack Asia proved a dynamic success yet again in the 26th edition, exceeding expectations and maintaining the exhibition's distinctive position as the ultimate meeting point for beauty professionals, industry insiders and innovative brands in Asia-Pacific. More than 2,400 exhibitors from 44 countries and regions, 90% coming from outside Hong Kong, filled the 118,900sqm of show floor space this year. The show attracted 65,582 visitors from 119 countries and

The European Parliament voted on proposed new EU rules for packaging and packaging waste on Wednesday November 22. Members of Parliament voted to approve the proposal by the European Commission with amendments. Key amendments adopted by the European Parliament include deletion of proposed single-use bans in the HORECA sector and removal of re-use targets for take-away food and drinks. “We are pleased that the version of Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation approv

Towards the end of the year, the highly acclaimed professional trade fairs Food Africa and pacprocess Middle East Africa will present trends and innovations of the food, beverages, processing and packaging industry with a focus on the African continent and the MEA member states. More than 800 exhibitors from 32 countries in four halls are expected from 12 to 14 December at the Egypt International Exhibition Center (EIEC), a new record. The trade fair duo is supported by the Egyptian Ministry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Packaging Congress is an annual networking event, which has a closed-door format: there are no marketing presentations and only decision-makers, technical, supply chain and procurement specialists of key companies are registered for participation. Speakers from Bayer, F. Hoffmann-La Roche, Sandoz, Take

OBST in partnership with UPM and Michelman were joint winners of the category along with Citeo and Partners. The award for oneBARRIER FibreCycle was presented to Sara Alexander and Carolin Struller from BOBST and Thierry Van Migem from Michelman at the ceremony held in Amsterdam on 14th November. oneBARRIER FibreCycle is a paper-based, high barrier alternative to traditional plastic based flexible packaging and has been declared officially recyclable by PTS, 4evergreen, Aticelca and

Plastics and Paper in Contact with Foodstuffs (P&P) is returning across 12-13 December 2023 in Amsterdam with over 150 food contact representatives are expected to join us at Plastics and Paper in Contact with Foodstuffs conference. As the key meeting hub for the food contact industry, the conference provided a unique opportunity for delegates to get the latest industry information and network face-to-face with global experts. Organised by Smithers, this eagerly anticipated event is proud

Ardagh Metal Packaging S.A. will participate in Citi's 2023 Basic Materials Conference on Wednesday, November 29, 2023. Oliver Graham, Chief Executive Officer, will participate in a fireside chat on Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at 14:00 US Eastern Time. A live webcast of the fireside chat will be available on the Company's investor relations website and under the following Link. Following the conclusion of the fireside chat, a replay will be available on the Compan

Luxury packaging specialist, BellaGiada, has recently crafted an exclusive advent calendar for award-winning skincare and spa brand, GAIA Skincare. The calendar houses a curated selection of 24 skincare from GAIA’s bath, body and face ranges, designed to boost wellbeing and encourage self-care. The calendar comes in a sturdy presentation box with an innovative articulated door, showcasing a perfect blend of design and functionality. This design element seamlessly transforms in