Siegwerk launches ink that also acts as oxygen barrier
Siegwerk has launched a new white printing ink that also provides an oxygen barrier – an innovation that aims to combine two layers into one.
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Sealed Air announces custom paper cushioning system for compact spaces
Sealed Air has expanded its ProPad range with a compact paper cushioning system, designed to integrate into fast-paced conveyor lines and work cells with limited space.
Lid-free paper cup from Ekoroll avoids plastic lids and polymer coatings
Ekoroll has developed a lid-free paper cup for hot and cold drinks, featuring an integrated lid and drinking spout alongside a water-based coating for recyclability and compostability.
Calbee limits packs to black and white ink due to Strait of Hormuz crisis
As the Strait of Hormuz crisis limits access to raw materials, Calbee is temporarily limiting its on-pack print for multiple potato chip, breakfast cereal, and snack products to black and white ink.
R-Cycle and TILISCO reveal AI-based software solution for PPWR compliance
R-Cycle has collaborated with packaging management company TILISCO to present a software-as-service-solution - the PPWR Compliance Compass - at interpack 2026, currently taking place in Düsseldorf.
Smart Planet Technologies unveils recyclable, mono-material PE film
Smart Planet Technologies has announced its HyperBarrier PE film, said to deliver ‘300 times’ the oxygen barrier performance of standard PE film and be recyclable in the PE stream under the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).
Markem-Imaje aims to help brands anticipate 2027 QR code shift
In the latest edition of the Spotlight, Markem-Imaje outlines how its CoLOS® software platform automates 2D barcode generation and delivers accurate product data in real time, aiming to help brands and manufacturers adapt to upcoming changes to product identification and tracking.
HEUFT’s interpack lineup detects tiny contaminants in packaged food
HEUFT is showcasing its deep-learning AI inspection lineup at interpack 2026, using camera and X-ray processing technologies alongside new IT solutions to identify tiny contaminants in packaged food.
How does colour affect consumers’ perception of packaging?
In this edition of the Brief, we look at how different colours are utilized in packaging, the role of colour theory in packaging design, which colours consumers are most drawn to and why. We also note the role of cultural contexts in colour association.
Hugo Beck showcases sleeve wrapper for transport packaging at interpack
At interpack 2026, Hugo Beck has revealed a new paper sleeve wrapper for transport and secondary packaging – developed in collaboration with Mondi to avoid plastic shrink film and excessive cardboard.
United Caps presents new ‘plug n’ place’ closure at interpack 2026
United Caps is introducing its new 27 H-PAK closure at interpack 2026, designed to integrate into established filling lines and offer flexibility in carton packaging applications.
Körber introduces inspection machine and stickpack technology solutions
Körber has announced two new solutions - the ALVA fully automatic inspection machine designed for High Mix Low Volume (HMLV) applications and the SPE6-P2 Stickpack Line for integrated line concepts – aiming to address challenges faced by pharmaceutical manufacturers.
Mettler-Toledo launches x-ray inspection system with AI capabilities
Mettler-Toledo Product Inspection has announced its X56 DXD+ dual energy photon-counting x-ray system with AI capabilities, designed for packaged applications and aiming to allow manufacturers to inspect products with enhanced contamination detection capabilities.