Press Releases

Amcor a global leader in responsible packaging solutions, has launched two new editions of its open-call initiative, Amcor Lift-Off, to deepen its focus on research and development (R&D) opportunities and key emerging technologies: Amcor Lift-Off Sprints; and, Amcor Lift-Off Connect. These new initiatives will build upon the program’s success with innovative start-ups like Greyparrot’s artificial intelligence (AI)-powered waste recognition system, circolution’s reusable

With so much of the industry hidden from view, it’s easy to liken the packaging industry to icebergs. Innovation is critical across all of the industry to ensure packaging remains fit for purpose.  Have you heard of a “bummock”? That term relates to the portion of an iceberg submerged in the water. Colloquially known as “the tip of the iceberg”, the visible portion is actually called the “hummock”. I

SIG, a leading packaging solutions provider, announced the expansion of its SIG Neo filling machine portfolio, featuring the world's fastest and most flexible aseptic carton filling machine for multi-serve formats. With the debut presentation of SIG Neo Slimline 15 Aseptic at Gulfood Manufacturing in Dubai, held from November 5-7, SIG launched another cutting-edge filling machine for multi-serve aseptic carton packs, capable of filling up to 15,000 SIG SlimlineBloc packs per hour –

Bolthouse Fresh Foods™, in partnership with Columbia Packaging Group, has been awarded the prestigious 2024 Best Sustainable Packaging award at The Global Produce & Floral Show. This recognition highlights Bolthouse Fresh Foods™ innovation and dedication to sustainability, particularly their use of home compostable packaging for their organic baby-cut carrots. The award, which celebrates excellence in sustainable packaging, reflects the growing demand for eco-conscio

Packsize Announces JD Ellis as New Chief Legal Officer Packsize®, the market leader in sustainable, right-sized, on-demand packaging, announced it has appointed JD Ellis as the company’s chief legal officer (CLO). Ellis comes to Packsize with nearly two decades of experience in leadership roles with global organizations. As a member of the Packsize executive team, Ellis will oversee the company’s global legal, compliance, and corporate governance functions. Ellis joi

The Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Packaging Congress (PHARMAP) 2025 is gathering over 350 professionals and experts from all over the industry to share their eco-conscious strategies for production processes. The Congress meets its participants in Berlin, Germany on 14-15 April.  Driven by environme

Saica Flex Buxton has received a gold award for Process Colours Only at the FlexoTech International Print & Innovations Awards 2024, held on October 17 at the Lancaster Hotel in London. This recognition celebrates excellence in flexographic printing and highlights Saica’s commitment to quality and innovation in the industry. Saica Flex Buxton received this award for their work on the Nestlé Aero Bubbly Bar Milk, showcasing their expertise in delivering high-quality,

Australia has a waste problem – one that requires an urgent solution. In many parts of the world, many of these solutions centre on encouraging recycling as part of an alignment with the circular economy. However, the topic of recycling in Australia is a contentious one. Just 42% of household waste is recycled – significantly less than most other developed nations[1]. WWF Australia bluntly describes the recycling sector as a “mess”[2]. In its defence, the Aus

Italy-based Fiorini recently expanded its printing department with a 10-color BOBST EXPERT CI Flexo press with triLOCK technology after being impressed with the performance of its existing 8-color BOBST machine. Giovanni Fiorini, President & CEO at Fiorini, said the investment has let the company “enter a new dimension” with its printing, creating high impact visual designs that act as appealing business cards for its customers. He added: “Since 1947,

The 2023 Mondi Group Sustainable Development (SD) report is once again ranked among ‘Top performers’ in the latest Reporting matters edition. We have maintained our position among the leaders in transparent and effective sustainability reporting since 2018. Over 180 sustainability reports were assessed this year as part of the long-standing World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) Reporting matters assessment.  The analysis highlighted that Mondi G

Siegwerk, a global leader in printing inks and coatings for packaging and labelling, has appointed Ms. Manjusha Singh as Chief Executive Officer for the India region, effective immediately. She is the first woman CEO in the Siegwerk Group, and one of the few woman leaders in the ink industry. In her new role, Manjusha will oversee the Siegwerk India operations, a key growth engine within the Siegwerk Group, consistently delivering double-digit growth in recent years. Manjusha Singh

Ardagh Glass Packaging-Europe an operating business of Ardagh Group, has worked with The Absolut Group to create the 2024 limited edition Absolut vodka bottle. The new design is Absolut Warhol, which celebrates the legacy of collaboration between Andy Warhol and Absolut Vodka, mixing the past into the present. Andy Warhol was the first in a long line of renowned artists to create a piece of art for Absolut Vodka’s advertising campaigns. The new limited-edition bottle brings to

Heartwood Partners is pleased to announce that on November 4, 2024, Heartwood Partners II, LP ("Fund II") and affiliated entities sold Outlook Group, LLC ("Outlook" or the"Company"), a business unit of Fund II platform M&Q Holdings LLC. Headquartered in Neenah, WI, Outlook is a leading provider of labels, converting, and packaging solutions serving the food, medical, and consumer staples markets. In addition, Outlook's Integrated Packaging divis

Kingsmoor Packaging has further increased its in-house capabilities by investing in a third state-of-the-art CNC machine from Somerset-based supplier, YMT Technologies. The move highlights Kingsmoor’s ongoing commitment to advancing its design and toolroom facilities, ensuring superior production efficiency to meet increasing customer demand. The new CNC machine will seamlessly integrate with the company’s existing machines via a unified Heidenhain interface and program

Ball Corporation the leading global provider of sustainable aluminum packaging for beverage, personal care and household products, will present at the Baird 2024 Global Industrial Conference on November 13th, 2024. Daniel W. Fisher, chairman and chief executive officer, and Howard H. Yu, executive vice president and chief financial officer, are scheduled to speak at 10:15 a.m. Central time. To listen to the presentation via live webcast, visit the following link: https://w