Additives, coatings & inks

Siegwerk Strengthens Its Coating Business by Acquiring Chemicals Producer Allinova

With the acquisition of the Dutch coating specialist Allinova, Siegwerk is further boosting its packaging coating business, taking another step on its path to becoming a leading provider of circular and digital packaging solutions.

August 13, 2025

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Digital Transformation

Industry 4.0 Automation Platform Elevates Client Efficiency

Impack overhauled its automation platform using B&R tools to meet the demands of modern packaging applications, boosting speed, flexibility, and support across its folder-gluer peripherals.

August 12, 2025

Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: SC Johnson Calls for EPR Clarity at Packaging Recycling Summit

Packaging World editor-in-chief, Matt Reynolds sat down with Jeff Bezzo, executive director of plastic and packaging sustainability at SC Johnson at the 2025 Packaging Recycling Summit. They discussed harmonization across states as a potential catalyst for EPR compliance.

August 12, 2025

Bio-based

Dutch Juice Producer to use Bio-Based Polymer for Bottles

Hoogesteger signs a conditional offtake agreement with Avantium to use plant-based PEF plastic in the bottles for its fresh, cold-pressed juice.

August 11, 2025

Recycling

Coca-Cola, Absolut, and McDonald's Taiwan Design Paper-based Packaging

ThePackHub

See a few examples of paper-based packaging from Coca-Cola, Absolut, and McDonald's Taiwan from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone.

August 10, 2025

Case/Tray Packing

Packsize Announces Partnership with Bastian Solutions

Packsize International, LLC

The partnership will deliver automated packaging solutions aimed at improving operational efficiency and reducing waste for customers across various industries.

August 7, 2025

PMMI News

PACK EXPO Las Vegas Underscores Its Commitment to Sustainability

PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies

Cutting-edge packaging and processing solutions advance the circular economy and support corporate sustainability goals. Plus, new sustainability events and resources help attendees stay ahead of complex challenges facing the industry.

August 7, 2025

Sustainability

RecycleMe

August 6, 2025

Reusable/Returnable

Prestige Skincare Revamped with Refillable Systems, PCR

Nu Skin updates its ageLOC Tru Face line with refillable systems and PCR materials, eliminating 515,000 lb of packaging waste and cutting 1,636 tons of CO₂ emissions annually.

August 6, 2025

Contract packaging

How Korpack Wins on Speed and Smarts

Inside Korpack’s rapid rise from packaging material sales to end-of-line contract packaging for major brands.

August 6, 2025

Package Design

IoPP Announces 2025 Professional & Student AmeriStar Winners

View the winning packages and vote for the People's Choice Award at PACK EXPO Las Vegas in Booth W-100 and the Showcase of Packaging Innovations in the West Concourse.

August 6, 2025

Digital Transformation

AI-Driven Robotics Help Cafe Spice Leap Over Labor and Line Hurdles

To meet soaring demand and labor challenges, Cafe Spice turned to AI-powered robotics. The result? Higher throughput, reduced giveaway, and smart insights—without sacrificing quality or presentation.

August 6, 2025

Contract packaging

Co-man’s Ribbon Blender Boosts Output for Chemicals

For its custom powder blending business, Diversified Chemical Products plugs in a ribbon blender that now processes three-quarters of a million pounds annually.

August 6, 2025