On 5 June, the European Commission published a Commission Notice providing further clarity about the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation in practice. We take a closer look at the document to understand its requirements in detail, including the current status of PFAS restrictions, the…
In this Innovation Spotlight, Dow outlines how its extrusion coating portfolio aims to support recyclability requirements and regulatory readiness, and how its collaboration with RDM Group demonstrates how lightweight polymer coatings can extend the use of fibre-based packaging into applications…
At SPS IPC Drives 2017 Mitsubishi Electric is presenting the latest developments of its modular Linear Transfer System (LTS) with Smart Carriage technology.
EyeC China and EyeC GmbH, the German expert for print inspection systems, will present its high-speed print inspection systems at the Labelexpo Asia 2017 in Shanghai from December 5 to 8, 2017.
Windmöller & Hölscher, the leading supplier of machinery and systems for production and converting of flexible packaging, has confirmed Apex International to be certified partner of aniloxes for the highly advanced flexoprinting presses
At the ProSweets fair in Cologne between 28 and 31 January 2018, Schubert will once again be showcasing its expertise in packaging confectionery and snacks in a wide selection of variants and packaging formats.
Having attracted over 76,000 visitors from more than 170 countries, drinktec 2017 was the biggest edition in its 66-year history. With the benefit of a couple of months' hindsight, Packaging Europe picks out the key beverage trends and innovations
The clock is ticking on the EU Falsified Medicines Directive. Are the pharma brand owners & CMOs ready? Beyond compliance, what is the industry making of the opportunities presented by serialisation? Five industry insiders share their insights.
A large number of multinationals with vast funds to invest in R&D practices, a rapid pace of technological advancement, and integration of smart technologies in packaging automation solutions are rendering the packaging automation competitive.
Flexibles are elbowing rigid packaging off the shelf. Paul Wilkinson of Pacepacker Services explores the growth in films for food, the challenges, and the many ways in which robotics and intelligent automation can contribute to their success
E-commerce has disrupted our shopping habits and the supply chains behind them. Tim Sykes reports on some of the challenges this has thrown up and the packaging innovations and strategies being devised to meet them.
The Sigpack VPF (Vertical Platform for Flat Pouches), the first freely scalable flat pouch machine from Bosch, has been honoured with the German Design Award 2018 in the Excellent Product Design category.
Esko, the leading global supplier of integrated solutions for the packaging, labels, sign and display industries, has launched the Kongsberg C66, a digital finishing table designed for short run production of corrugated applications.
