DS Smith agrees ‘Combination’ deal with International Paper
17 April 2024
The almost $10 billion deal - which is subject to shareholder approval - would create a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, focused on North…
Consumables
Walkers reduces virgin plastic waste with new paper Snack A Jacks packs
15 April 2024
Walkers has today announced the rollout of new, paper outer bags for all Snack A Jacks multipacks, which parent company PepsiCo says will reduce the…
RRD targets labels growth with new presses and testing services
10 April 2024
RR Donnelley (RRD) has announced investment in four new flexo or hybrid presses for label production that it says will deliver faster throughput, greater efficiency…
Parkside and Hoogly create compostable teabag envelope
22 March 2024
Flexible packaging specialist Parkside has partnered with artisanal tea brand Hoogly developing a compostable envelope for a new range of individually wrapped teabags for the…
UPM Specialty Paper creates paper packaging for Finnish bakery
20 March 2024
UPM Specialty Papers has developed paper packaging for Fazer's Oat Rice Pies, based on its UPM Confidio barrier paper, which is heat-sealable, explained to not…
Flexo print unit manufacturer EKS acquired by AkeBoose
20 March 2024
Printing equipment manufacturer AkeBoose has taken over the activities of Einbecker Kennzeichnungssysteme (EKS), a manufacturer of flexographic printing units for printing on both web and…
Polyart Introduces eco-friendly paper for tags and labels
19 March 2024
Polyart Group has introduced Fiberskin Tag, a 100% paper option for tags and labels, said to be tear resistant and water resistant, courtesy of a…
ProAmpac acquires UP Paper
19 March 2024
ProAmpac, a specialist in flexible packaging and material science, has announced the acquisition of UP Paper, a producer of recycled kraft paper.
Finat reports improving European labelstock demand after year-long decline
15 March 2024
Demand for labelstocks has increased for the first time in a year, according to European self-adhesive label association Finat, having previously suffered four consecutive quarters…
White sleeve material aids PET recycling of dairy products
23 February 2024
CCL Label's EcoFloat White low-density recyclable polyolefin sleeve material enables packaging of dairy and light-sensitive products in transparent PET.
LeadEdge unveils bio-based plate mounting for corrugated
15 January 2024
The product, cbak evolve, is a bio-based Polyethylene incorporating at least 30% bio-based material, that combines ‘exceptional corrugated print performance with resource-efficient design’.
Poland factory helps Pulse expand European presence
8 January 2024
Ink manufacturer Pulse Roll Label Products has taken over the factory of its long-term production partner Reprograf Grafikus in Poland.
Shaun Pan becomes chief commercial officer at Nazdar
3 January 2024
Mr Pan has been serving as chief strategy officer, and has been promoted in recognition of his contribution to the ink manufacturer's business.
Lecta launches recyclable metallised papers
13 December 2023
Metalvac Seal and Metalvac Barrier WV are designed for flexible packaging applications such as sachets, flowpacks and wrappers.
Flexo papers for home composting unveiled
12 December 2023
Products including barrier, coated one side and speciality kraft papers from UPM Specialty Papers are now certified to recognised home composting standards.