Author: Riya Kadam

Gundlach Packaging Joins ERA’s Expanding Industry Network The European Rotogravure Association (ERA) is proud to welcome Gundlach Packaging Group as its newest member. With a heritage spanning more than 170 years, Gundlach stands as a symbol of enduring excellence and innovation in the global packaging industry. Their membership marks a significant addition to the ERA community, bringing valuable experience, cutting-edge technology, and a strong commitment to sustainable packaging. Headquartered in Oerlinghausen, Germany, Gundlach Packaging has built a reputation as a premium supplier of high-quality, custom-designed flexible packaging. Their expertise spans across offset, flexographic, and rotogravure printing technologies, positioning them as…

Emirates Biotech Taps Samsung E&A to Build PLA Production Facility For its next Polylactic Acid (PLA) production facility in the United Arab Emirates, Emirates Biotech has chosen Samsung E&A as its contractor. The strategic project, formally known as the Falcon PLA Project, will establish Emirates Biotech’s dedication to environmental responsibility and innovation while delivering a state-of-the-art facility that produces a biodegradable and eco-friendly plastic substitute. With an unrivalled track record of bringing these innovative but complex industrial projects to fruition, SAMSUNG E&A has been selected as the sole partner for this project. In that role, SAMSUNG E&A will oversee all engineering, procurement, and construction…

Sirmax Launches Biodegradable Mulching Film Following Successful Agricultural Trials A study by the University of Turin certifies the effectiveness of Sirmax’s product, which suppresses weeds without releasing microplastics into the soil The environmentally friendly plastic mulching sheets from Sirmax Group have passed open-field testing in a University of Turin study. The Sirmax Group, which has its headquarters in Cittadella, Padua, is a company that specializes in producing thermoplastic granules for a variety of industries, such as construction, automotive, and electrical and electronics. Entering the agriculture industry, where sustainability is still a difficulty, is a major milestone for the company, which…

Covestro Launches Recycled Headlamp Materials to Boost Automotive Circularity PCR polycarbonates from end-of-life headlamps support automotive circularity Commercially available TÜV Rheinland-certified Volkswagen and NIO currently validating the material Another significant step in completing the loop for automotive materials has been taken with the launch of a new line of post-consumer recycled (PCR) polycarbonates from end-of-life car headlamps by materials company Covestro. These TÜV Rheinland-certified grades, which are now commercially available for new automotive applications, were developed through a collaborative program started by the German federal enterprise GIZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft für International Zusammenarbeit), with Volkswagen and NIO serving as important partners.…

Graphic Packaging International Signs Agreement With JJM Packaging Graphic Packaging International has announced that it has signed an agreement with JJM Packaging. The deal will see the sustainable consumer packaging specialist’s Boardio paperboard canister available to both brands and retailers across the USA and Canada. Boardio will be used to pack JJM Packaging’s nutrition powders, sweeteners, dry beverage mixes, oats, grains, and other cereal products. The recyclable solution offers up to 90% plastic reduction compared to traditional alternatives. Boardio is made primarily from renewable raw materials which are sourced from sustainably managed forests. “This is an exciting new opportunity built…

ECI Group Establishes Strategic Shanghai Office to Boost Global Reach ECI Group, a prominent global provider of engineering services and technology licensor ship for the polyolefins sector, marked the opening of its new Shanghai office. As they continue to grow their licensing and service delivery capabilities, this expansion represents a major turning point for the business. “We are thrilled to open our new office in Shanghai,” said Joaquin Flores, President and CEO of ECI Group. “China is ECI Group’s most important market. Earlier this week, we agreed a new license that takes our total licensed capacity in China to over…

UK Shoppers Rank Microplastics from Packaging as Their Main Environmental Worry, Aquapak Finds According to new research from Aquapak, a company that specializes in creating high-performing, eco-friendly materials to improve recycling and lessen plastic pollution, 58% of UK consumers say that their top worry regarding the harm plastic does to the environment is the breakdown of plastic into microplastics in the ocean and waterways. When plastic packaging degrades, microscopic plastic particles known as microplastics are created. They may have detrimental impacts on human health as well as the environment. The study with British shoppers, which explored their attitudes to plastic…

AI-Driven QA: Paving the Way to Zero Defects QA aims toward ensuring error-free goods, secure and efficient processes, and reduced material usage. Artificial intelligence (AI) technologies are increasingly assisting QA procedures, such as in terms of automation through closed-loop processes, evaluation of measurement data, and speeding of measuring operations. A panel of experts will address which AI systems are already in use in industry, which are already in existence, and what particular outcomes they are attaining in terms of efficiency and cost-effectiveness as part of the 2025 Control Quality Talks. In the framework of complete automation, it will also be…

Women in Plastics to Make Their Mark at K 2025 Düsseldorf Promoting more diversity in the industry, fostering young talents and creating better perspectives: K 2025 in Düsseldorf, as the world’s most relevant trade fair for the plastics and rubber industry, makes a powerful statement with a dedicated event for women. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from others’ experiences and build valuable networks. Women can help themselves and ultimately the industry as a whole when they network with one another. At the trade show, K 2025 brings together global female industry participants in a focused way. The first-ever event for women…

ZAHORANSKY Introduces Plastic Anchor Compatibility for Toothbrush Machines Small machine adaptation, big impact for the environment From now on, toothbrushes can also be produced on the proven ZAHORANSKY Z. ORCA and CUBE machines without the use of metal anchors. Instead, plastic anchors can be used. Existing machinery or new acquisitions only need to be minimally adapted for this. They thus offer their customers the opportunity to further develop their product range in line with current consumer wishes and market trends easily without high investments. In the oral care sector, consumers are also increasingly making their purchasing decisions based on the…