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.
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Finat’s data suggests improving European labelstock demand
15 March 2024
In the fourth quarter of 2023, labelstock demand in Europe increased by 2.1% compared to the same quarter in 2022, as discovered by Finat Radar,…
Awards deadline approaches
12 March 2024
Entries for the Digital Labels & Packaging Awards requested by 12 April, 2024.
Mondi makes move on DS Smith
8 March 2024
Plans to create a pan-European industry leader in paper-based sustainable packaging options.
DataLase launches new laser-active clear-to-white coatings
7 March 2024
DataLase, a laser coding and marking solutions company, has launched a new range of colourless to white coatings for a range of packaging applications.
Kyocera launches new inkjet printhead KJ4B-EX1200-RC with ink recirculation
1 March 2024
Kyocera has launched its new printhead KJ4B-EX1200-RC with ink recirculation technology at the nozzle which is described to enhance productivity over a wide range of…
MM Packaging calls on pharma to focus on plastic reduction
14 February 2024
Sustainability not just a responsibility or obligation for the pharma category but an ‘enormous opportunity’.
Digitisation of packaging – a great opportunity at drupa
8 February 2024
Sean Smyth shares his thoughts on the returning drupa and what it will mean for the supply chain.
Antalis adds four new dry toner products to Raflatac range
24 January 2024
Antalis has extended its Raflatac digital label portfolio, introducing four new products: Raflatac Digital Classic Laser, Raflatac Digital Kraft Brown, Raflatac Digital Polylaser Matt White…
Industry alliance strengthens commitment to fibre packaging recycling
17 January 2024
Sappi sustainability director and Hamburger Recycling managing director to further drive towards 2030 target of 90% recycling rate.
Sappi ceases production at Lanaken Mill
16 January 2024
Mill closure reinforces focus on packaging, speciality papers, pulp and biomaterials.
UPM Raflatac races ahead with certification
15 January 2024
All face and release liner papers for label products are now certified, six years ahead of schedule.
DS Smith trials ‘second harvest’ packaging
9 January 2024
Second harvest materials like straw and spent grain claimed to have the potential to save up to 10% of virgin fibres used in papermaking.
2024 prospects and predictions
9 January 2024
What does the industry predict will come to pass over the next 12-18 months? Here, the supply chain shares its thoughts.
Antalis acquires Portuguese packaging distributor
8 January 2024
100 metros furthers the company’s international expansion and grows its footprint in Iberia.