Cosmo Films, a leading global manufacturer of specialty films for packaging, labelling, lamination, and more, proudly announces its participation in the upcoming LabelExpo India 2024. During the four-day event starting on 14th November and being held at Greater Noida, Delhi NCR, Cosmo Films will be exhibiting at Booth No. – J 29.

At the exhibition, Cosmo Films will showcase its comprehensive range of innovative label solutions, with special emphasis on Cosmo Synthetic Paper. This breakthrough product has been gaining significant recognition among customers for its exceptional printability, durability, and eco-friendly attributes. The company will also present its specialized portfolio including Label Films, PET-G, In Mould Label Films, and Wraparound Films, demonstrating its commitment to advancing label technology.

Visitors to the exhibition will have the opportunity to explore how Cosmo Films’ label solutions can enhance brand identity while meeting the growing industry demand for sustainable materials.

Sharing his views on the same, Mr Kulbhushan Malik, Global Business Head, Cosmo Films said, “The labelling industry continues to evolve with changing market demands, and innovation in label solutions has become crucial for brand differentiation. At Cosmo Films, we’re particularly excited about our Cosmo Synthetic Paper, which has been gaining significant traction in the labelling segment. LabelExpo India provides us the perfect platform to showcase these innovative label solutions and connect with customers looking for high-performance, sustainable labelling materials.”

LabelExpo India serves as one of the largest exhibitions for the label and package printing industry in South Asia. Visitors to Cosmo Films’ booth will have the opportunity to engage with the company’s experts and learn about the latest developments in sustainable and eco-friendly solutions for the labelling industry.

About Cosmo Films:
Cosmo Films is a global leader in specialty films for packaging, lamination, labeling and synthetic paper. With engineering of innovative products and sustainability solutions, Cosmo Films over the years has been partnering with worlds’ leading F&B and personal care brands and packaging & printing converters to enhance the end consumer experience.  With manufacturing units in India and warehousing in different parts of the world, the company has been at the forefront of developing customer-centric solutions to deliver the finest product and service experience, backed by innovation, people, and processes.

About Cosmo First Limited:
Established in 1981 and founded by Mr. Ashok Jaipuria, Cosmo First is a global leader in Specialty films for Packaging, Labelling, Lamination, Industrial & Synthetic Paper (BOPP, BOPET and CPP), Cosmo Speciality Chemicals (Masterbatches, Adhesives, & Coating), Cosmo Plastech (Rigids - IML Containers and Specialty Sheets of PP / PET and HIPS) and Cosmo Sunshield (Window, Privacy and Security Films), along with a digital-first Omni channel Pet care business under the brand name ‘Zigly’. Cosmo First is into D2C, B2B2C and B2B businesses and has operations in India, Japan, Korea, Europe and Americas.
 

UNITED CAPS’ UNITED WE STAND and CLOSE TO YOU initiatives demonstrate its clear differentiation in the caps and closures business, with the latest solutions on display in Booth W3B10 at the International Pavilion.

Wiltz, Luxembourg, 8 November 2024 – UNITED CAPS, an international manufacturer of caps and closures and the market leader in Europe, today reported that the company will be exhibiting its world-class products in Asia at swop 2024, scheduled for 18 to 20 November.  Visitors to the UNITED CAPS booth will also learn how the company’s UNITED WE STAND and CLOSE TO YOU strategies demonstrate its dedication to customer/consumer convenience without compromising on product quality, integrity, or sustainability.

UNITED CAPS will be located in Booth W3B10 at the International Pavilion during the show, which is taking place at the Shanghai New International Expo Center. swop 2024 is co-organised by Messe Düsseldorf (Shanghai) and Adsale Exhibition Services and is a member of the interpack alliance.

“As we look back on a year of significant progress and transformation for UNITED CAPS, we are excited to announce our participation in the Shanghai World of Packaging 2024 (swop),” said Astrid Hoffmann-Leist, Chief Innovation and Communications Officer and Business Director for Asia Pacific. “Our return to swop 2024, where last year we were awarded the Gold Medal in the Save Food Award for our BUMP CAP, underscores our commitment to the Asian market and our dedication to reconnecting with industry leaders in APAC. This event will serve as the final key opportunity of the year for our APAC team, providing a vital platform to engage with experts, customers and inform visitors about our latest developments within the packaging sector.”

UNITED CAPS manufactures a broad cross-section of industry-leading closures in locations around the globe, including in its Kulim, Malaysia, factory serving the Asia Pacific region. These innovative solutions contain everything filling lines and consumers need and nothing they don’t. And UNITED CAPS’ global presence reinforces its CLOSE TO YOU strategy, especially important in Asian markets.

Hoffmann-Leist added, “The UNITED CAPS product range delivers big innovation packed with small details. With differentiating design, smart security and affordable sustainability, it’s a portfolio built to perform, whether that’s on a smooth-running filling line or in the kitchen. We look forward to welcoming visitors to our booth at the show, where they can see the latest developments and talk to our experts about their business needs.”

A number of UNITED CAPS facilities have been powered by zero-carbon electricity since February 2023, resulting in a significant reduction in carbon footprint for UNITED CAPS closures. For more information about sustainability at UNITED CAPS, download its 2024 Sustainability Status Report.

Astrid Hoffmann-Leist will be sharing her expertise as a panelist during the SAVE FOOD FORUM on 18 November. With her extensive experience and leadership in the packaging industry, Astrid will bring valuable perspectives to the discussion, addressing key challenges and emerging developments in the industry.”

ABOUT UNITED CAPS

UNITED CAPS is a global industry reference for the design and production of high-performance plastic caps and closures. Extensive innovative capabilities and a broad portfolio of advanced standard and bespoke solutions make UNITED CAPS a preferred partner for the world’s leading companies. We support our customers’ value chain by safeguarding product integrity, assuring safety and consumer health, and ultimately protecting brand reputation. As a highly dynamic and flexible family-based group, UNITED CAPS offer end-to-end solutions, including mold-making capability, to serve a wide range of applications and markets around the world. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg and has manufacturing facilities in Belgium, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Spain and the United Kingdom. Employing around 720 people, UNITED CAPS’s turnover amounts to 170 million Euros (as at end 2023) with 11 billion closures produced.

Zeus Food, a division of Zeus Packaging, has undergone a significant transformation since Andrew Dorney stepped into the role of Head of Zeus Food UK. His appointment marks a new era for the brand, with a strong focus on growing the business, building the team, and ramping up marketing efforts. One of the most exciting outcomes of this evolution is the launch of the new Zeus Food website, which consolidates the company’s diverse food and beverage packaging offerings into one unified platform.

Previously operating as four separate entities—Delistore, VaioPak, Printed Cups, and Juice Bottles—these divisions have now merged into what is collectively known as Zeus Food. This new website not only reflects this strategic consolidation but serves as the central hub for everything related to Zeus Food.

Andrew Dorney comments on the transformation: "Our goal was to create a website that serves not only as a transactional platform but also as a showcase of our capabilities, including a window into our extensive product range. Designed to provide valuable information and easy access for our customers and potential new ones. We wanted to make sure that anyone who visits our site, whether they’re looking to place an order or become a distributor, can find everything they need quickly and easily. This is just the beginning—our website will continue to evolve in stages to enhance and expand its functionality."

The newly launched website features a range of functionalities that make it more than just an e-commerce platform. Along with the ability to purchase products directly, visitors can submit requests to become part of Zeus Foods' growing distribution network, gain insights into industry news, and inquire about bespoke printed packaging.

Zeus Food recognises the need for competitive pricing, particularly in the distribution space. The website offers a seamless entry point for potential distributors to begin working with Zeus Food and explore partnerships. “We’ve designed this platform with both our customers and partners in mind. It’s all about streamlining the experience and making it easier for people to do business with us,” Dorney added.

Key features of the new Zeus Food website include:
•    A fully transactional platform where customers can purchase products.
•    An option for distributors to submit partnership requests.
•    Industry news and updates to keep users informed.
•    The ability to place orders and inquiries for custom printed packaging.
The launch of this website marks a pivotal moment in Zeus Food's journey, setting the stage for continued growth and innovation in the packaging sector.
 

Ardagh Glass Packaging-Europe (AGP-Europe), an operating business of Ardagh Group, has worked with The Absolut Group to create the 2024 limited edition Absolut vodka bottle. The new design is Absolut Warhol, which celebrates the legacy of collaboration between Andy Warhol and Absolut Vodka, mixing the past into the present.
Andy Warhol was the first in a long line of renowned artists to create a piece of art for Absolut Vodka’s advertising campaigns. The new limited-edition bottle brings to life Warhol’s rediscovered Absolut ‘blue’ painting from 1985. 
The Absolut Warhol bottle is made and decorated at Ardagh Glass Packaging in Limmared, Sweden. Each shade of blue has been carefully extracted from the rediscovered painting and is used to print the design onto bottles using the screen-printing process. This technique allows the colours to be layered, which delivers a high level of detail and creates a striking likeness to the original painting. The artwork has been adapted to bring the painting to life when Absolut Vodka is added to the bottle.
Julia Schilleras, New Product Development Process Manager, AGP-Europe, describes the new Absolut Warhol bottle as ‘extra everything’ using five different colours to screen-print the design onto the bottle using a glass-based enamel. Even the medallion is created with a tactile brush stroke feel, as though Warhol has painted it on the bottle himself. The final details include an image of Warhol himself alongside his original signature.
Bottles are created in 70cl, 75cl and 1 litre sizes.
 

•    Unveils break-through technologies backed by advanced R&D, recycling initiatives, and renewable materials
•    Introduced a new BOPE (bi-oriented polyethylene) platform under the Ethy-Lyte trademark to replace PET films in lamination with PE sealants

Jindal Films Europe (JFE), a leader in the flexible packaging industry and a part of the USD 2.5 billion B. C. Jindal Group, announces a commitment to launch 5-10 new innovative films annually aimed at providing sustainable solutions in flexible packaging. The initiative underscores JFE's role in driving sustainability for the industry as well as for end consumers in this evolving consumer preference landscape. The company's efforts span from product innovation to active participation in industry-wide recycling initiatives and the use of recycled and renewable materials.

As consumers and brands increasingly prioritize sustainability, JFE has positioned itself at the forefront of developing eco-friendly packaging solutions. The company invests heavily in R&D and advanced manufacturing capabilities to create sustainable, recyclable films that meet the evolving needs of the market while minimizing environmental impact.

Sharing views on the same, Manfred Kaufmann, CEO, at JFE said, “At JFE, we are not just responding to the sustainability challenge; we are actively shaping the future of flexible packaging. Our close collaboration with customers allows us to design films that precisely meet their ambitious sustainability goals.”

JFE’s product range includes multi-layer films in thicknesses from 12 to 70 micron, available in transparent, white, metalized, coated, and uncoated varieties. The company’s innovative capabilities result in the launch of 10 new products annually, all of which are designed for sustainable, recyclable structures. JFE has made significant advancements in BOPP (biaxially oriented polypropylene) films, enabling the creation of mono-PP, recyclable structures. These developments include ultra-high barrier metalized films to replace aluminium foil, Alox (transparent, oxidized aluminium layer) barrier films that provide high-level barrier protection while allowing consumers to see the product inside, and films with improved heat resistance that allow the use of thinner films in customer processes like printing and sealing.

As part of the ongoing technological breakthroughs, JFE has also introduced a new BOPE (bi-oriented polyethylene) platform under the Ethy-Lyte trademark. These films are designed to replace PET films in lamination with PE sealants, facilitating the creation of mono-PE recyclable structures. The Ethy-Lyte range is continuously expanding, with new barrier films being developed for both duplex and triplex mono-PE packaging structures.

In addition to product innovations, JFE is taking significant steps to reduce carbon footprint through the following measures:
•    Producing thin BOPP and BOPE films, which are inherently carbon-footprint efficient for customers
•    Implementing the most effective ways of energy consumption and waste reduction
•    Installed a solar plant at their main manufacturing site in Brindisi, Italy
•    Using recycled or bio-based resins to further reduce carbon footprint

“Our commitment to sustainability goes beyond just our products,” explained spokesperson. “We’re constantly looking for ways to make our manufacturing processes more environmentally friendly, from energy efficiency to renewable power sources to transition the industry and the consumers to a whole new way of looking at flexible packaging.”

Jindal Film Europe’s efforts align with the packaging industry’s broader move towards a circular economy, which is seen as the most efficient way to conserve Earth’s resources and minimize environmental impact. As an active member of CEFLEX, JFE collaborates along the value chain to design collectable, sortable, and recyclable packaging for the new circular economy model. CEFLEX is the collaborative initiative of a European consortium of companies representing the entire value chain of flexible packaging.

The company’s two main pillars, BOPP (Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene) and BOPE (Biaxially Oriented Polyethylene) films, are at the heart of this effort. These innovations allow the market to design mono-material packaging solutions that are easily sortable and fully recyclable, offering fully recyclable structures that can replace materials like aluminium foil or PET films, even for the most demanding barrier needs.

JFE has also introduced the Re Range family of products and made significant strides in incorporating recycled and renewable materials into their products. This is being achieved through the following measures by:
•    Providing films made with bio-based PP resins
•    Developing technology to incorporate mechanically recycled content in their films
•    Offering chemically recycled post-consumer circular films, reducing the use of virgin resins

As the industry continues to evolve, JFE remains committed to leading the way in sustainable packaging solutions. Through ongoing innovation, customer collaboration, industry partnerships, and a focus on environmental responsibility, JFE is helping to create a more sustainable future for the flexible packaging industry.

About Jindal Films Europe-
Jindal Films Europe is an industry leader in the development and manufacturing of specialty films, including multilayer white opaque films, metalized films, coated films and capacitor films for flexible packaging and labelling applications. Jindal Films has affiliated production plants in Europe (Virton, Belgium; Brindisi, Italy and Neunkirchen, Germany).

About B.C. Jindal Group-
About B.C. Jindal Group: The US$ 2.5 billion B.C. Jindal Group is amongst India's leading business houses. Established in 1952, the group has a diverse workforce of more than 10,000 people across India, Europe, and the US. Key business verticals include flexible packaging films, energy generation and downstream steel products. The Group has a continuous growth agenda with a successful track-record of executing capital-intensive projects and multiple global acquisitions.

Conscious of the weight of the impact of the glassmaking industry on the environment, Bormioli Luigi is continuing to invest in its decarbonization. The Vitrum project, supported by the European Commission within the framework of its Innovation Fund, involves the installation of a hybrid furnace heralding an unprecedented reduction in carbon dioxide emissions. This innovation acts in favor of the group’s decarbonization roadmap, which involves a 50% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2030.
2024 will have been a productive year for Bormioli Luigi. The group is already a leader in electric fusion (representing 60% of production for its Beauty division) and is accelerating its initiatives to reduce its carbon footprint, thus anticipating regulatory changes. The Vitrum project is validated and co-funded by the European Commission within the framework of its Innovation Fund; it is the only Italian project to benefit from such support*.

INNOVATING FOR BEAUTY
This new hybrid furnace will be powered by a combination of methane and electricity. Its design and energy efficiency, associated with the use of PCR glass, promises a significant improvement in carbon emissions. The hybridization process alone generates savings of 80%. The use of recycled glass, associated with an optimized piping system, contribute the remainder. The new process allows for savings of approximately 30% in gas consumption and 14% in CO2 emissions compared with a traditional gas furnace.
Thanks to this innovation, Bormioli Luigi anticipates a reduction of the equivalent of 25,500 tons of CO2 during the furnace’s first 10 years in service.
This technological revolution also benefits from the digitalization of its control systems and process optimization assisted by artificial intelligence.
Located at the Abbiategrasso site, the furnace has just been put into operation ?

*Only 15% of factories producing glass packaging in Europe are fueled by electric fusion.
Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA). Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.
 

Prior to the awards ceremony, an international jury of 18 experts from across the packaging value chain convened in B

The breakthrough was highlighted during the company’s exhibit at Fruit Attraction 2024 in Madrid, where Westfalia Fru

Aldar Tissue, Ireland’s largest household and commercial tissue paper manufacturer and part of the Zeus Group, has officially opened its new €15 million, purpose-built manufacturing facility in Rathcoole, Dublin. The 100,000 sq ft facility will see the workforce at Aldar Tissue double by 2026, creating 30 new full-time jobs.

Both Aldar Tissue and Zeus are committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050, actively reducing carbon footprints by prioritising local manufacturing and sustainable raw materials. Aldar Tissue supplies major customers such as Musgrave, Lidl, Aldi, and Essential Supplies. The state-of-the-art Dublin plant features fully automated, high-speed production lines, robotic packing, and wrapping technologies. These innovations will enable Aldar Tissue to transition from a 24/5 to a 24/7 operation by 2026, further increasing capacity. Aldar Tissue was acquired by Zeus, Europe’s leading independent packaging manufacturer and distributor, in 2019. 

Speaking at the facility’s opening, Keith Ockenden, CEO of Zeus, commented: “Our goal is to help our customers reduce their packaging usage and lower their carbon emissions by providing innovative products and services. By processing industrial production rolls into smaller, finished products on-site in Ireland, Aldar Tissue significantly reduces the need for long-distance transportation of raw materials, thereby cutting carbon emissions from shipping bulk materials from mainland Europe. This streamlined approach not only lowers our carbon footprint but also enhances supply chain efficiency, ensuring products are delivered to customers more sustainably and cost-effectively.

“Currently, 80% of the Irish tissue market is supplied from the UK and mainland Europe. This new facility increases our production capacity and will enable us to fulfil up to 40% of Ireland’s bathroom tissue and kitchen towel needs. This will allow us to meet the evolving demands of local markets while driving sustainability within the industry.”

Ockenden further commented: “With the addition of 30 new jobs, Aldar Tissue is doubling its workforce to meet growing demand. We have plans to further expand production capacity by 2026. Our products adhere to the highest standards of performance, offering a real alternative to imports and supporting the Irish economy. Aldar Tissue’s investment aligns with Ireland’s broader sustainability goals, with the new production lines capable of using paper-based wrapping materials. At Aldar, we are not just producing tissue products; we are building a sustainable future for Ireland.”

The plant’s cutting-edge technology enables high-speed production of consumer and professional tissue products at a rate of 600 meters per minute, or 200 packs per minute, offering more than 60 variations of kitchen towels and bathroom tissue. As of 2023, the Irish toilet tissue market is valued at approximately €155 million, driven by demand from both retail and away-from-home sectors.

ABOUT ALDAR:

Aldar Tissue is proud to be a member of Guaranteed Irish. Our operations are backed by a series of certifications, demonstrating our commitment to quality, sustainability, and safety. We hold ISO 9001 for quality management, ensuring that our processes consistently meet customer and regulatory requirements. This dedication was recognised in 2023 with the Silver award from Greenly for their carbon management progress. The ISO 14001 certification highlights our proactive approach to environmental management, reducing our environmental impact across all areas of operation.

Aldar Tissue is accredited with the FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) and PEFC (Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification), underlining our dedication to sourcing materials from sustainably managed forests. Our products meet rigorous standards for responsible forest management, helping to promote sustainable forestry practices worldwide.

We also hold BRC (British Retail Consortium) accreditation, which ensures that our products meet the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and quality in manufacturing. These certifications, combined with our membership in Guaranteed Irish, reflect Aldar Tissue’s unwavering commitment to quality, sustainability, and supporting Ireland’s economy.

ABOUT ZEUS:

Zeus is a leading global packaging solutions company, with a strong focus on sustainability and innovation. As a leading specialist manufacturing and distribution group, Zeus provides a diverse range of sustainable packaging solutions tailored to the unique needs of businesses worldwide.

Zeus has 61 locations worldwide, including Ireland, UK, Germany, Spain, Central & Eastern Europe, New Zealand, Canada, China and Australia. 

Zeus employs 1,370 people with a presence in 38 countries worldwide.

We provide integrated solutions by leveraging global manufacturing and sourcing services, innovative packaging design and engineering, and technology-driven supply chain and sustainability solutions.  

– EcoVadis, the world’s largest provider of sustainability ratings, has awarded the prestigious Platinum rating to the sustainability management at Liveo Research’s pharmaceutical packaging site in Singapore. It is ranked in the top 1% of over 100,000 companies evaluated globally by EcoVadis. In the last survey a year ago, Singapore was awarded the Gold medal.

Liveo Research has developed a sustainability strategy based on three pillars: Planet, People and Products. This strategic framework is implemented at all sites of the company with specific targets, strategies and measures defined for each pillar. Their implementation is constantly monitored. As an example, progress in the area of decarbonization is monitored through SBTi.

EcoVadis has now assessed the progress of the Singapore site in four areas: environment, labor and human rights, ethics and sustainable procurement. This broad analysis reflects the detailed sustainability strategy of Liveo Research AG and shows the significant progress the company has made. The Singapore site performed particularly well in the areas of environment and labor & human rights, where it was scored 90/100

“We are very proud that after our US site in Delaware, the Singapore site has now also been awarded this prestigious Platinum medal by EcoVadis,” says Dr. Carsten Heldmann, CEO of Liveo Research. He adds: “It's great that all of our global production sites have been awarded either Gold or Platinum medals, placing them in the top 1% of our industry.”

EcoVadis – An Overview

EcoVadis is the world's largest platform for sustainability ratings and honors the commitment and performance of companies in the area of sustainability with its medals. The company thus sets the global economic standard for corporate sustainability ratings. More than 100,000 companies in over 200 sectors and 175 countries worldwide have already received a rating. EcoVadis rates companies in four main categories: Environment, Labor and Human Rights, Ethics and Sustainable Procurement. The assessment provides an in-depth analysis of performance and an action plan for continuous improvement.

Liveo Research - An Overview

Founded in 1962, Liveo Research is a top global producer of materials for primary packaging in the pharmaceutical and medical industry, as well as special applications such as shrink sleeve labels. Headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, it has production sites in Boetzingen and Staufen (Germany), Delaware (USA), Singapore, and Taicang (China). Liveo Research currently has approximately 1,000 employees worldwide. In addition to a broad product portfolio of packaging materials, the company also offers its customers value-added services like “LiveoOptima” that support them to find the best, sustainable packaging solutions.

Following the fire at Mondi’s Stambolijski mill (Bulgaria) on Tuesday 24 September 2024, the Group has announced that it will permanently close the mill. 

The fire caused extensive damage to the 100,000 tonne per annum brown kraft paper machine and stopped production at the site. Thanks to the swift and professional response on the day, everyone on site remained safe.

After evaluating the options for repairing the mill and the ongoing investment required for the mill to remain competitive into the future, Mondi has concluded that closing the mill and serving customers out of its network of other kraft paper mills is the best course of action overall. This decision will unfortunately affect around 300 Mondi Stambolijski employees.

“We are aware that this is a challenging time for our employees and the community at Stambolijski. We are committed to providing full support and collaborating closely with the unions and works council to find the best possible solution for all affected employees,” says Roman Senecky, COO Kraft Paper, Mondi.

About Mondi
Mondi is a global leader in packaging and paper, contributing to a better world by producing products that are sustainable by design. We employ 22,000 people in more than 30 countries and operate an integrated business with expertise spanning the entire value chain, enabling us to offer our customers a broad range of innovative solutions for consumer and industrial end-use applications. Sustainability is at the centre of our strategy, with our ambitious commitments to 2030 focused on circular driven solutions, created by empowered people, taking action on climate. 

In 2023, Mondi had revenues of €7.3 billion and underlying EBITDA of €1.2 billion. Mondi has a premium listing on the London Stock Exchange (MNDI), where the Group is a FTSE100 constituent, and also has a secondary listing on the JSE Limited (MNP).
 

Report "One Destination, Multiple Pathways: How the European Container Glass Industry is Decarbonising Glassmaking" published today

The European container glass industry has published its landmark report today (1), marking the first and most comprehensive industry-wide research detailing the steps being taken to decarbonise glass manufacturing. The report is accompanied by a dedicated section on the FEVE website, including an Online Map with over 90 industry case studies showcasing decarbonisation efforts across Europe. While the industry is fully committed to this transformation, it cannot achieve its ambitious goals alone. Collaboration is essential for the container glass industry to deliver a packaging solution that is not only fully circular but also climate neutral.

Urgent Need for Access to Affordable Low-Carbon Energy

A crucial step in reaching the industry's net zero goal by 2050 is rapid access to affordable, lowcarbon energy. Currently, 80% of the glass container industry's direct carbon emissions result from the combustion of natural gas. Switching to low-carbon energy sources is therefore a top priority. More than 90% of the glass containers produced in the EU are made by companies that have committed to the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

EU Support with New or Existing Financial Instruments is Critica

The access to new financial instruments or the continuation of existing ones to support the industry efforts in the transition is also essential. As glass furnaces have a lifespan of 10 to 15 years and an estimated annual replacement rate of 7% to 10%, it is imperative that old furnaces are gradually replaced with ones that can operate using low-carbon technologies. The window for action is now, to ensure the sector reaches its 2050 net zero target. Currently, the glass container industry invests over €600 million annually in innovation and decarbonisation, including efficiency and plant upgrades. To fully achieve net zero, an estimated €20 billion in additional capital expenditure will be required by 2050 to upgrade production technologies and decarbonise operations. This is a conservative estimate that excludes increased operational costs tied to securing and using lowcarbon energy sources.

Glass: A Reliable Partner for a Sustainable Future – Continued Trust is Needed

Glass container manufacturers remain resolutely committed to overcoming the decarbonisation challenge, meeting growing customer demand for low-carbon glass, and positioning glass as the sustainable packaging material of the future. As a permanent material that can be recycled infinitely without losing quality, glass boasts an impressive collection rate in Europe—80.2% in 2022—with most of the material being recycled in the closed-loop. Additionally, glass is a safe packaging material that does not leach harmful chemicals into products, regardless of how many times it is recycled.

The industry calls on its customers to continue trusting and choosing glass as a key packaging solution, joining us on this transformative journey to a sustainable future.

An Essential Material for Essential Service

With 162 glass manufacturing plants spread across Europe, the glass container industry supports 125,000 direct and indirect jobs. Moreover, over €140 billion worth of EU exports are packaged in glass, while an estimated 45,000 manufacturing companies across the EU rely on glass packaging to sell their products—98% of which are SMEs. The role of glass in the pharmaceutical, food, and beverage, as well as perfumery and cosmetic sectors is critical, and it remains an indispensable packaging material

About FEVE

FEVE, the European Container Glass Federation, represents over 90% of glass packaging production in Europe. FEVE promotes the environmental, economic, and health benefits of glass packaging while leading industry efforts to transition to a circular, sustainable economy.

AptarGroup, Inc. (NYSE: ATR), a global leader in drug and consumer product dosing, dispensing and protection technologies, announced that it was awarded a contract from the U.S. Federal Government to advance development of its ActivShield™ technology. This innovative solution sterilizes medical devices and instruments without the need for a power source, making it a versatile solution for numerous environments, including rural areas, military settings and healthcare facilities with limited or no current sterilization capability.
 
ActivShield™ technology leverages Aptar CSP Technologies’ 20+ years of material science expertise and is built upon the company’s proven 3-Phase Activ-Polymer™ platform, a highly engineered active material science solution trusted by global brands to protect sensitive drug products, medical devices, drug delivery systems, and probiotics. 

ActivShield™ technology is a portable, novel sterilization modality that does not require conventional infrastructure, power, or extensive training, and more importantly, does not present the health risk associated with the use of Ethelyne Oxide (EtO). ActivShield™ uses a highly engineered Activ-Film™ material that emits a controlled amount of chlorine dioxide gas to sterilize a wide range of medical devices and instruments

“As an innovation leader in pharma dosing, dispensing and protection technologies, we are proud to work with the U.S. Government to advance our ActivShield™ solution for the sterilization of medical devices and instruments in locations where a power source may not be available, further enhancing its versatility,” said Stephan B. Tanda, Aptar President and CEO.

Aptar’s technology can be custom engineered to meet the needs of specific devices and conditions. Its stability throughout shelf life and compact size (Figure 1) makes it easy to stockpile, and all materials are manufactured in the United States.

ActivShield™ technology is well-positioned to fill unmet sterilization needs in remote or emergency response civilian settings, which could significantly reduce infection risks stemming from inadequately sterilized medical devices and instruments. Additionally, the technology could reduce reliance on expensive and unsafe sterilization techniques such as EtO, which has come under recent scrutiny by the EPA for toxic emissions.

For the military, ActivShield™ can help wounded service members, particularly those in far-forward environments, have access to sterilized instruments during critical pre-hospitalization periods, following severe injuries. 

John Belfance, president of Aptar CSP Technologies, stated, “ActivShield™ technology is a breakthrough in material science technology that has the potential to dramatically expand reliable instrument sterilization for challenging environments, simplifying processes and helping to save lives. We are grateful for the government’s recognition, which supports the potential of this new technology, and look forward to bringing ActivShield™ technology to the forefront of sterilization techniques.”

The five-year contract is valued at approximately $4.8 million.

* This work is supported by the US Army Medical Research and Development Command under Contract No. HT9425-24-C-0078. The views, opinions and/or findings contained in this report are those of the author(s) and should not be construed as an official Department of the Army position, policy or decision unless so designated by other documentation.

About Aptar 
Aptar is a global leader in drug and consumer product dosing, dispensing and protection technologies. Aptar serves a number of attractive end markets including pharmaceutical, beauty, food, beverage, personal care and home care. Aptar CSP Technologies leverages its active material science expertise to transform ideas into market opportunities, accelerate and de-risk the product development process, and provide complete solutions that improve consumers’ and patients’ lives. The company offers a complete set of services from concept ideation, to design and engineering, to product development, global production, quality control, and regulatory support that results in expedited speed-to-market.

Another distinction for PharmaGuard®: The polypropylene (PP)-based recycla-ble blister concept has now won the Swiss Packaging Award in the Sustainabil-ity category. On October 17, Jürgen Bodenmüller, Ivana Rocca, and Michael Hermann from SÜDPACK MEDICA accepted the award in Olten. 
First, the German Packaging Award and the World Star Global Packaging Award, followed by a nomination for the German Sustainability Award in the Products 2025 / Resources category – and now the Swiss accolade: PharmaGuard® is truly unbeatable. 
This innovative film concept is seen as a pioneering packaging solution for solid pharmaceutical products or nutraceuticals. “This pure PP-based blister solution is a sustainable alternative to the commonly used materials, such as PVC and aluminum. Unlike bottle solutions, PharmaGuard® also protects each tablet individually, just like a traditional blister pack.” This was the reason given by the jury of independent experts from the Swiss business community, headed by its president, Stefan Jüde. 
The submitted packaging solutions are evaluated via a strictly regulated, two-stage selection process in the categories in which they were submitted. The focus is on comprehensive, forward-thinking packaging solutions, regardless of the material used. The participating companies must wait until the award cer-emony to learn whether their concept has won.
But what makes PharmaGuard® so special? 
Jürgen Bodenmüller, Head of Business Development and R&D at SÜDPACK MEDICA, explains: “By focusing on polypropylene, the overall concept delivers simple and effective recyclability, making a significant contribution to the circu-lar economy in the industry. According to an LCA conducted by Sphera, Phar-maGuard® is also associated with a greatly reduced climate impact (in CO2-eq) of up to 47% as well as lower energy and water consumption compared to other popular blister solutions composed of PVC/PVdC and aluminum.
This flagship product from SÜDPACK MEDICA also stands out due to its high transparency, stable shrinkage behavior, good processability on standard packaging machines, and a wider sealing range compared to conventional pol-ypropylene. Another advantage is simple, secure sealing without the need for additional coatings – the result is a truly permanent seal which saves time, reduces costs, and also benefits the environment. 
Another key safety feature is the consistently high barrier across the entire bottom web, along with the blister’s excellent push-through performance. “As with conventional packaging, a PP-based concept must allow weakened pa-tients, such as seniors, to easily push tablets or capsules out of the film packag-ing without leaving residue, while still ensuring sufficient child protection. Achieving this requires a high level of application expertise and a wealth of experience,” emphasizes Michael Hermann, Head of R&D at SÜDPACK MEDICA. Sales Director Ivana Rocca, who also attended the award ceremony in Olten, adds: “The material is free from phthalates, vinyl, PFAS, and halogens, making it safe for human health. And last but not least, the absence of nitrosamines is yet another reason for pharmaceutical companies to choose PharmaGuard!”

About SÜDPACK MEDICA AG
SÜDPACK MEDICA AG is headquartered in Baar (CH) and is one of the leading suppliers of sterile packaging solutions in Europe as well as a pioneering partner for the global medical, pharmaceuti-cal, and diagnostics industries. The company is part of the SÜDPACK company group and was founded in 1989. The core competency of SÜDPACK MEDICA is the development of plastic-based packaging solutions for sterile goods. The product and performance range of SÜDPACK MEDICA extends from standard solutions to tailor-made, customer-specific packaging concepts. It includes the production of coextruded flexible and rigid films, which are used as base and lidding films, and of pre-made pouch solutions for a wide variety of products. SÜDPACK MEDICA also benefits from the SÜDPACK Group’s long-standing leadership in technology and innovation in the coextrusion of polymer-based film solutions. 
The production of SÜDPACK MEDICA products is performed at four sites in France, Germany, Swit-zerland and the Netherlands. These sites are equipped with the latest plant technology and manu-facture to the highest standards of quality and hygiene, including the capacity to operate under clean room conditions.
For optimal support and collaboration with their customers around the world, SÜDPACK MEDICA relies on a specialist team working in quality, sales, development and application technology, one that has long-standing expertise in polymers and process engineering and in the market for sterile packaging. This makes SÜDPACK MEDICA a competent solutions partner for their customers when it comes to the implementation of packaging solutions, including those with the most demanding requirements.
SÜDPACK is committed to sustainable development and fulfills its responsibility as an employer and towards society, the environment and its customers. With its own site for processing biopolymers and its own compounding facilities, the SÜDPACK Group is also among the trailblazers in the pro-duction of forward-looking, sustainable and recyclable packaging concepts. 
 

Exciting insights into the world of plastic recycling are guaranteed at the “Open Hub Days”, an event series that will run from November 4 to 12 at four sites across Germany. Selected project partners in Aachen, Darmstadt, Dres-den, and Nuremberg will open their doors and introduce the Hub’s topics of Artificial Intelligence and Circular Economy to a broad audience. SÜDPACK, a pioneer in circularity and sustainability, will also be participating. For the film manufacturer and the other participants, the primary focus is on advancing the transformation process in the plastics and packaging industry through new approaches and shared expertise.
How can we close the loops for plastic packaging? And what methods based on artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to achieve this? These are the two key questions being addressed by 51 partners from industry, science, and civil so-ciety as part of the “AI Application Hub for Plastic Packaging – Sustainable Cir-cular Economy through Artificial Intelligence.” The project is supported by the German Informatics Society (GI) and funded by the Federal Ministry of Educa-tion and Research. 
The two innovation labs, “KiOptiPack for Design and Production” and “K3I-Cycling for Material Recycling,” are working hand in hand. Their shared goal is to exchange data across laboratories in order to develop and apply a thorough understanding, from the design of plastic packaging to its re-entry into the re-cycling loop.
Increasing the recycled content in films and compounds during film production 
… is a focus that SÜDPACK has prioritized in its development work for some time. “We can contribute our comprehensive development expertise in sus-tainable film solutions, as well as our know-how in compounding,” emphasize the experts at SÜDPACK. They are actively involved in the project and will also be present on November 12 at the Open Hub Days in Dresden.
At the event, the partners of the KiOptiPack innovation lab will present their latest research on packaging development using recycled plastics. According to the organizers, visitors will learn through live demonstrations “how the packag-ing development process can be significantly optimized by integrating data from material production, testing, processing, recyclability assessments, and eco-balancing – through the establishment and use of a shared industrial data space – and what ground-breaking business models could emerge from this.”
Questions, insights, and their impacts
For the 51 participating partners, a major focus is on the key question of how to improve the material recycling of post-consumer plastic waste. For example, studies will investigate how the recycled content in PP-based multilayer films affects the required product properties as well as the processing and manufac-turing procedures. But why focus on polypropylene? Like PE, PP is a preferred polymer in packaging applications. Its use in mono-material composites reduc-es the complexity of the packaging, making recycling possible. In terms of re-ducing plastic waste or ensuring it is more efficiently recycled, PP packaging is a promising solution.
SÜDPACK 
… has long been committed to increasing the use of post-industrial and post-consumer recyclates in film production, not just in light of the upcoming PPWR. The film manufacturer laid the foundations for a circular economy early on by establishing its own competence center for regranulation and compounding, and through its involvement in the pioneering carboliq direct pyrolysis process. 
SÜDPACK summarizes its expectations for this ambitious project as follows: “With the help of AI modeling tools and insights gained via the AI Hub, we will be able to strategically combine various recyclate sources in the future to achieve the required product properties.” The predictability and reproducibility of compound formulations will also be significantly improved. Additionally, SÜDPACK hopes to gain fresh insights in terms of stabilizing production and optimizing processing through the material analysis methods explored in the course of the project. This should also speed up the implementation of packaging regulations related to the use of recyclates. 
SÜDPACK is confident: “AI will pave the way for a sustainable circular economy – and, more importantly, accelerate it!”
Anyone interested in attending the Open Hub Days has four opportunities to do so:
    Darmstadt: November 4 – 7, 2024
    Aachen: November 6, 2024
    Nuremberg: November 7, 2024
    Dresden: November 12, 2024

The event in Dresden, featuring SÜDPACK, will take place at the Fraunhofer Institute for Process Engineering and Packaging, Processing Technology Department Dresden, at Heidelberger Strasse 20, 01189 Dresden, from 9 am to 6 pm. 
Admission is free. For more information and registration, visit: https://ki-hub-kunststoffverpackungen.de/veranstaltung/open-hub-days-in…

About SÜDPACK
SÜDPACK is a leading manufacturer of high-performance films and packaging solutions for the food, non-food and medical goods industries and also of customer-specific compounds for technically demanding applications. 
The family business, which was founded by Alfred Remmele in 1964, is headquartered in Ochsenhausen. The production sites in Germany, France, Poland, India, Switzerland, the Netherlands and the USA are equipped with cutting-edge plant technology and manufacture to the highest standards, including the capacity to operate under clean room conditions. The global sales and service network ensures a high degree of proximity to the customer and comprehensive application technology support in more than 70 countries.
With its state-of-the-art Development and Application Center at its headquarters in Ochsenhausen, the innovation-oriented company offers its customers an optimal platform for developing individual and tailor-made solutions and also for performing application tests.
SÜDPACK is committed to sustainable development and fulfills its responsibility as an employer and towards society, the environment and its customers. For its sustainable product developments and consistent commitment to a functioning circular economy in the plastics industry, SÜDPACK has received numerous awards.
 

Coverpla, a renowned French supplier of ready-to-go packaging solutions for the fragrance and beauty industry, is welcoming a consortium of majority investors to its capital, led by GENEO Capital Entrepreneur and MACSF supported by Société Générale Capital Partenaires, BNP Paribas Développement and Bpifrance, who are reiterating their faith in Bruno Diepois and his management team, who are also stakeholders in the company.

Founded nearly 80 years ago, Coverpla is a leading player in the design, manufacturing and distribution of highly personalizable high-end standard packaging for the fragrance and beauty markets. Its international expansion orchestrated by Coverpla President Bruno Diepois since his arrival in 2010 has allowed the company to cater to brands in more than 70 countries with more than 250 references. The company has subsidiaries in the United States and Italy and a differentiated positioning for small and medium-sized production runs for premium and niche products.

Renowned for the quality of its products, its flexibility, its creativity and its innovation capacity, Coverpla accompanies the development of emerging brands and collaborates with beauty’s biggest players. Thanks to its unique savoir-faire and its commitment to sustainability, the company continues to reinforce its position on the global market.

In 2023, Coverpla generated revenues of more than 25 million euros. With the entry of a new pool of investors led by GENEO Capital Entrepreneur, Coverpla is equipped with new funding to accelerate its growth, all while preserving its entrepreneurial approach. Historic investors Bpifrance, Société Générale Capital Partenaires and BNP Paribas Développement will continue to accompany the group, confirming their continued support of the current management team. Together, they will be able to target new opportunities for Coverpla, both in terms of innovation and in the conquest of new markets. This transaction also heralds the reinforcement of the management team around Sébastien Saussereau, named Coverpla’s Managing Director.

“A capital increase is a means, not an end. The management team is in place and I hope to accompany this change by preserving the soul that has guaranteed the success of Coverpla around values including audacity, excellence, rigor and humanity,” says Bruno Diepois, President of Coverpla.

“Coverpla is a company that has succeeded, over the years, in combining tradition and innovation by offering solutions that respond to the targeted needs of international brands. We are proud to be associated with such a strongly performing company and to be able to accompany it in the next steps of its development thanks to a co-developed, shared Growth Book,” highlights Delphine Jarnier, Associate Director of GENEO Capital Entrepreneur, speaking on behalf of the consortium of co-investors made up of MACSF, Société Générale Capital Partenaires, BNP Paribas Développement and Bpifrance. 

About COVERPLA

The story of Coverpla begins in 1946 with the distribution of wine and spirits bottles, before turning its focus to bottles and caps for fragrance. In the 1980s and 1990s, the company commits to the beauty industry and opens up to international markets with a global offer of ready-to-go solutions. It continues to grow until its acquisition by Bruno Diepois in 2010, and has flourished further ever since. Coverpla accompanies its international expansion with the creation of a subsidiary in the United States in 2016, followed by Italy in 2024. Its catalog of caps and standard bottles grows each year, as does its industrial footprint, with sustainable development as a growth and innovation driver. Every day, Coverpla is reinventing itself for the future.

About GENEO Capital Entrepreneur management company
GENEO Capital Entrepreneur's raison d'être is to make positive finance available to the real economy, combining performance and meaning.
Designed to reveal the potential for value creation, job creation and impact generation for SMEs and ETIs, GENEO Capital Entrepreneur manages a portfolio of nearly 540 million euros. Its operations include the “evergreen” GENEO Capital investment vehicle, in which capital is majority owned by families and entrepreneurs. As such, GENEO provides tailored financing adapted to each company’s pace of development, offering responsiveness and flexibility.
A business partner and “mission-driven enterprise,” GENEO is mobilized to offer support with execution of projects related to structuring, growth and transformation thanks to all of its team members, including specialized business partners (dedicated to external growth, liability structuring, positive impact, digital and innovation). It also benefits from a platform of more than 70 independent experts and a Community of more than 220 families and entrepreneurs able to share their experiences and an unrivaled business network in France. The modality of such operational support is adapted to the specific needs of each company and is established jointly between the GENEO team, the management team and other company stakeholders within a “Growth Book.”

 

Coverpla, a renowned French supplier of ready-to-go packaging solutions for the fragrance and beauty industry, is welcoming a consortium of majority investors to its capital, led by GENEO Capital Entrepreneur and MACSF supported by Société Générale Capital Partenaires, BNP Paribas Développement and Bpifrance, who are reiterating their faith in Bruno Diepois and his management team, who are also stakeholders in the company.

Founded nearly 80 years ago, Coverpla is a leading player in the design, manufacturing and distribution of highly personalizable high-end standard packaging for the fragrance and beauty markets. Its international expansion orchestrated by Coverpla President Bruno Diepois since his arrival in 2010 has allowed the company to cater to brands in more than 70 countries with more than 250 references. The company has subsidiaries in the United States and Italy and a differentiated positioning for small and medium-sized production runs for premium and niche products.

Renowned for the quality of its products, its flexibility, its creativity and its innovation capacity, Coverpla accompanies the development of emerging brands and collaborates with beauty’s biggest players. Thanks to its unique savoir-faire and its commitment to sustainability, the company continues to reinforce its position on the global market.

In 2023, Coverpla generated revenues of more than 25 million euros. With the entry of a new pool of investors led by GENEO Capital Entrepreneur, Coverpla is equipped with new funding to accelerate its growth, all while preserving its entrepreneurial approach. Historic investors Bpifrance, Société Générale Capital Partenaires and BNP Paribas Développement will continue to accompany the group, confirming their continued support of the current management team. Together, they will be able to target new opportunities for Coverpla, both in terms of innovation and in the conquest of new markets. This transaction also heralds the reinforcement of the management team around Sébastien Saussereau, named Coverpla’s Managing Director.

“A capital increase is a means, not an end. The management team is in place and I hope to accompany this change by preserving the soul that has guaranteed the success of Coverpla around values including audacity, excellence, rigor and humanity,” says Bruno Diepois, President of Coverpla.

“Coverpla is a company that has succeeded, over the years, in combining tradition and innovation by offering solutions that respond to the targeted needs of international brands. We are proud to be associated with such a strongly performing company and to be able to accompany it in the next steps of its development thanks to a co-developed, shared Growth Book,” highlights Delphine Jarnier, Associate Director of GENEO Capital Entrepreneur, speaking on behalf of the consortium of co-investors made up of MACSF, Société Générale Capital Partenaires, BNP Paribas Développement and Bpifrance. 

About COVERPLA

The story of Coverpla begins in 1946 with the distribution of wine and spirits bottles, before turning its focus to bottles and caps for fragrance. In the 1980s and 1990s, the company commits to the beauty industry and opens up to international markets with a global offer of ready-to-go solutions. It continues to grow until its acquisition by Bruno Diepois in 2010, and has flourished further ever since. Coverpla accompanies its international expansion with the creation of a subsidiary in the United States in 2016, followed by Italy in 2024. Its catalog of caps and standard bottles grows each year, as does its industrial footprint, with sustainable development as a growth and innovation driver. Every day, Coverpla is reinventing itself for the future.

About GENEO Capital Entrepreneur management company
GENEO Capital Entrepreneur's raison d'être is to make positive finance available to the real economy, combining performance and meaning.
Designed to reveal the potential for value creation, job creation and impact generation for SMEs and ETIs, GENEO Capital Entrepreneur manages a portfolio of nearly 540 million euros. Its operations include the “evergreen” GENEO Capital investment vehicle, in which capital is majority owned by families and entrepreneurs. As such, GENEO provides tailored financing adapted to each company’s pace of development, offering responsiveness and flexibility.
A business partner and “mission-driven enterprise,” GENEO is mobilized to offer support with execution of projects related to structuring, growth and transformation thanks to all of its team members, including specialized business partners (dedicated to external growth, liability structuring, positive impact, digital and innovation). It also benefits from a platform of more than 70 independent experts and a Community of more than 220 families and entrepreneurs able to share their experiences and an unrivaled business network in France. The modality of such operational support is adapted to the specific needs of each company and is established jointly between the GENEO team, the management team and other company stakeholders within a “Growth Book.”
Passionate about people who do, create and move the lines, the sole ambition of the GENEO team is to help each creator to achieve their full potential.
At GENEO, when we invest, we invest ourselves!
 

JPFL Films Pvt Ltd (Jindal), a flexible packaging giant which is a part of the BC Jindal Group, announces full capacity utilization for the capacitor film business. To cater to the growing capacitor market, the company is doubling its capacity. With a capex commitment of INR 250 crore by 2025, the company is capitalizing on the technical success of the films among various customers in India. The quick turnaround and success is also due to close working collaboration with its own group company Treofan GmbH, a long-standing trusted Gold Standard supplier to this industry.

It is with great pleasure that we acknowledged encouraging feedback from TDK corporation, one of the world’s largest electronic components manufacturers: “We would like to express our appreciation for the services and product quality you have provided so far. For our standard applications, your BOPP films have met our expectations, and we are pleased with the overall performance.”

JPFL has employed advanced machinery capable of modifying the film surface roughness on both sides and creating multiple metalizing patterns according to the end-customer needs. A distinctive feature of the capacitor films by JPFL is the film’s high breakdown voltage, a crucial characteristic that has shown consistent improvement through ongoing process refinements. The company also has world-class testing facilities including sophisticated pin hole testing to ensure that every product meets the highest standards of quality and reliability. The company offers all variants of PP based Capacitor films base films, Hazy films and Metalized Capacitor films. These metallized capacitor films can be manufactured in various patterns and designs, including impregnated films.

Sharing his views on the strategic expansion, Dr. Mahesh N Gopalasamudram, Dy CEO (Growth Division), JPFL put it in perspective, “This expansion is in line with our aim to contribute to the Make in India initiative of the government thereby reducing import dependency. With the help of advanced machinery and state-of-art testing facilities, we are working towards supporting the industry to become self-reliant and shorten developmental lead times. Supplying films with exceptional breakdown voltage, shorter lead time, robust supply chain and consistent quality is our commitment to the industry. Our enhanced capacity will ensure steady supply of locally manufactured world class technical films, supporting the growth of various industries, including electronics, automotive, and energy storage.”

This strategic expansion highlights the company’s commitment to technology, quality, cost optimization and innovation, leading to enhanced customer satisfaction. As the capacitor films market continues to evolve, Jindal is better equipped to meet the opportunities that lie ahead, reinforcing its status as an industry pioneer and reliable partner for businesses worldwide. 

About Jindal Poly Films Ltd-

Jindal Poly Films (JPFL) started the flexible packaging films business in 1996 and has grown into a >USD 500 million turnover company with 2500+ workforce. JPFL focuses on building trust with and creating value for all stakeholders through its scale, innovation, advanced technologies and cost efficiencies. The company has demonstrated growth via the execution of capital-intensive projects and multiple acquisitions. JPFL Films, a key subsidiary, is the largest flexible packaging films manufacturer in India and provides a one-stop solution to its customers across all segments. Its Nasik Plant is the world’s largest single location facility for the manufacturing of flexible packaging films.

About BC Jindal Group-

The US$ 2.5 Billion B. C. Jindal Group is amongst India's leading business houses. Established in 1952, the group has a diverse workforce of more than 10,000 people across India, Europe and the US. Key business verticals include flexible packaging films, energy generation and downstream steel products.  The Group has a continuous growth agenda with a successful track-record of executing capital-intensive projects & multiple global acquisitions.

The Group is now in the top 3% of the best companies analysed in the field worldwide.

Guala Closures, a world leader in the production of closures for the spirits, wine, water, beverage and edible oil markets, is proud to announce that it has received the gold medal from EcoVadis, a leading global corporate sustainability assessment platform based on international standards. 
Since 2023, Guala Closures has participated in the EcoVadis assessment at Group level on an annual basis, covering all its sites around the world. Compared to last year, the company's score has improved significantly from 69 to 76, placing it in the top 3% of all companies assessed in its industry. 
This result represents a significant milestone in the Spinetta Marengo-based company's efforts to improve its environmental, social and ethical performance, compared to its previous silver medal.
‘Obtaining the EcoVadis gold medal represents not only a prestigious achievement for us, but also the concrete recognition of our strategies regarding the environment, ethics, labour practices, respect for human rights and sustainable supply chain. For Guala Closures, sustainability is not just about the environment: the company's commitment also fully embraces social and ethical aspects,’ comments Paolo Lavazza, Group Quality and Sustainability Director of Guala Closures.
The Gold Medal reflects the Group's commitment to sustainability, showcased in the third Sustainable Together 2030 programme. The programme aims to integrate business growth and financial solidity with social and environmental sustainability, creating long-term value for people, territories and all stakeholders, and responsibly addressing the challenges posed by the current and future macroeconomic context.

About Guala Closures
Guala Closures offers premium and innovative closure solutions that provide protection and convenience to consumers while enhancing customers’ brands. With 35 production plants worldwide, Guala Closures is a world leader in the production of closures for spirits, wines, beverages, oil, and condiments, that guarantees proximity to its customers, with a localized and customized offer of services and solutions. Guala Closures today employs over 5,000 people. 
Visit www.gualaclosures.com and follow the Linkedin corporate page.