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Sidel Develops Eco-Efficient PET Oil Bottle With Superior Strength And Stability At interpack 2026, Sidel (Booth B47, Hall 13) will officially unveil a unique edible oil bottle produced using laser technology. Featuring a Power Ring, the 1L bottle achieves a 20% weight reduction compared with a halogen-blown equivalent delivering comparable overall performance, while maintaining grip in consumers’ hands and vertical strength for logistics. This bottle illustrates a fundamental change in the design approach made possible by laser heating. PET is intentionally concentrated only where it contributes to mechanical performance, while unnecessary material is removed elsewhere. This precision allows material to…
Shared Responsibility In Focus: Hosokawa Alpine Executive Board Interview 100 days in office – a good time for an initial review. Since 1 January 2026, Michael Kuhnen as CEO and Kathrin Dörle as CFO have formed the new Executive Board team at Hosokawa Alpine AG. Both bring with them many years of experience and a deep connection to the Augsburg-based engineering company, which specialises in mechanical process engineering and blown film extrusion lines: Kuhnen had previously spent 19 years in various roles at Hosokawa Alpine and returned to the group after a year and a half away, whilst Dörle has…
Supervisory Board Appoints Birgit Seeger as Chief Executive Officer, Entrusting Her to Lead Organizational Growth and Strengthen Market Position Effective November 1, 2025, Birgit Seeger will become CEO of NORMA Group. The Supervisory Board of NORMA Group today appointed her as the future Chair of the Management Board. As planned, the current interim CEO Mark Wilhelms will return to the Supervisory Board as of November 1. Kerstin Müller-Kirchhofs, Chair of the Supervisory Board of NORMA Group, says: “With her exceptional industry expertise and proven track record in transformation processes, Birgit Seeger is the ideal candidate. I am confident that she…
An Exclusive Interview with Mr. Bhavesh Gandhi, Sr. Global Product Line Manager at Milliken, Innovating for Circularity: Milliken’s Proactive Approach to Addressing Sustainability Challenges In the evolving landscape of plastic packaging, Milliken is taking a proactive approach to address sustainability challenges. As a major global player in plastics additives, the company recognizes the critical need for a holistic strategy toward plastic circularity. Their approach goes beyond traditional manufacturing, focusing on innovative solutions that reduce waste, improve recyclability, and minimize environmental impact. By developing advanced additives and collaborating across the value chain, is helping brands reimagine packaging design, material selection, and…
Diagnostic Reagents Enhanced with Next Gen Synthetic Polymers for Greater Sensitivity The Sciforiem PL 1000 Series of functional synthetic polymers will be introduced to markets outside of Japan starting in July by Artience Co., Ltd., the holding company for the Tokyo-based chemicals manufacturing organization Artience organization. Sciforiem polymers are useful for the creation of biosensors, diagnostic tests, and other in vitro diagnostic (IVD) systems because they can be designed to mimic biological processes and are produced from non-biological raw ingredients. Medical devices called IVDs are used to detect illnesses by analyzing biological samples, such as tissue or blood. Sciforiem PL…
Molecor Set to Exhibit at K 2025, the Global Flagship Plastics Trade Fair in Düsseldorf Molecor, a pioneer in innovative solutions for pressurized water pipes through molecularly oriented technology, has announced its attendance at the next edition of the K Trade Fair, taking place 8 – 15 October 2025 in Düsseldorf (Germany). The firm will be present in Hall 16, Stand B17, presenting its most recent innovations and technological advancements for the water infrastructure industry. Considered the premier international event for the plastics and rubber industries, the K Trade Fair brings together manufacturers, technology developers, suppliers, and decision-makers from around…