UPM Specialty Materials, Michelman, and BOBST have joined forces to develop two validated paper-based packaging concepts for brands navigating the EU packaging rules, such as the Single-Use Plastics Directive (SUPD). By combining fiber-based materials, bio-based coatings, and coating line expertise, the three companies have built ready-to-implement structures that deliver strong barrier performance and heat sealability over a wide sealing window.

Metsä Board, a leading European producer of premium fresh fibre paperboards — including folding boxboards, foodservice boards and white kraftliners , has e

Nissha is redefining pharmaceutical packaging through its ecosense portfolio, introducing Pulp-Injection technology—a high-performance, fibre-based solution designed to replace conventional plastic packaging in medical and healthcare applications.

Argentina-based converter Fagra has strengthened its production capabilities with the installation of two FlexiCon 350 8-colour flexographic pres

Eight years of aquaculture trials in Brazil indicate that biological treatments from Bionetix® can improve fish growth, water clarity, and survival rates while reducing pond maintenance. The long-term experiment, conducted by Ennesul Tecnologia in Mato Grosso and Santa Catarina, highlights a simple treatment strategy that supports sustainability and productivity at commercial fish farms. As David S.

The market for detergents and cleaning products places high demands on packaging solutions: alongside cost efficiency, safety and sustainability are key priorities. The STI Group’s Circular Innovation Team has now developed a new fibre-based packaging solution for laundry pods that meets all of these requirements. The patent-pending Click-Box sets new standards in pod packaging – delivering maximum efficiency, functionality and full recyclability.