Asia Photonics Expo (APE 2026) will return to Singapore from the 4 – 6 February at Sands Expo and Convention Centre. Recognised as Asia’s leading platform for photonics innovation, APE 2026 will showcase cutting-edge technologies spanning optical communications, optics, semiconductors, lasers, infrared, sensing, quantum, and beyond.
On January 15, 2026, Changsu, the world's largest BOPA film manufacturer, held a grand opening ceremony for its Indonesian production base (PT CHANGSU). The event was attended by over 200 distinguished guests from around the world and was concluded with great success.
Located in the Suryacipta Industrial Park, West Java, Indonesia, PT Changsu represents a major investment with an annual production capacity of 90,000 tons and will become the largest BOPA film production base in Southeast Asia once fully operational.
Tata Steel Nederland has commissioned a new production line for packaging steel. Using our innovative TCCT technology (Trivalent Chromium Coating Technology), we produce packaging steel more sustainably and already comply with future legislation. Tata Steel Nederland (TSN) is the exclusive developer of this innovation and holds the patent. We also supply TCCT technology to other steel producers, setting the European standard for sustainable packaging steel production.
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Drawing on expert interviews with CGF members, alongside market analysis and case studies, the research shows that 30% of businesses are already using AI to unlock value across the packaging lifecycle, from reducing material use at the design stage to improving sorting quality. The design of plastic products is where AI can have the biggest impact, according to 70% of companies, while 40% noted that AI could help map where and why material loss occurs.
The updated range, available now in both jar and squeezy formats, includes enhanced packaging features designed to reinforce Rowse’s premium Manuka position within the honey category. A combination of textured, uncoated substrates and coloured hot foils now defines the visual identity of the product line. Each SKU, including the 500+ MGO variant, is distinguished by a specific foil colour, helping customers easily identify product types and supporting brand recognition.
The Tamil Nadu government has informed the Madras High Court of having requested the Indian Institute of Technology -Madras (IIT-M) to conduct a scientific study regarding the harmful effects of microplastics on human health due to consumption of food products such as milk, coffee, tea and hot sambar sold in plastic pouches.
For the project, Tiiglu® selected packaging from Spectra’s off-the-shelf range of bottles and caps.
Spectra supplied 250ml Eclipse Oval bottles (ref. 1033) in 100% recycled PET from a Prevented Ocean Plastic (POP) source. The bottles were paired with flip-top caps (ref. 3017) containing 35% POP PCR. The flip-top caps were colour-matched onsite by Spectra’s specialists, ensuring brand consistency and strong shelf appeal.
This acquisition creates an end-to-end circular PET packaging business ahead of the 2027 launch of the UK’s Deposit Return Scheme which is set to drive an increase in PET drinks bottles available for recycling.
Under the terms of the transaction, Biffa has completed the acquisition of Esterform following an initial investment in 2023.
Nearly all fry lovers can agree that ketchup and french fries are the perfect pair. Though, fans have long struggled to enjoy their favorite duo while on-the-go – until now. Today, HEINZ – the global leader in condiments – announces an innovative solution: the HEINZ Dipper, a first-of-its-kind fry box with a built-in ketchup compartment engineered for dipping on-the-go. Born from a universal truth shared by fry and ketchup lovers, the patent-pending HEINZ Dipper marks a bold step in creative innovation.
