The chemical manufacturer states that the aromatic oil will consist of benzene, toluene, and xylenes (BTX) as well as 8,000 tonnes of sustainable by-products. Since the original idea was launched in 2012, the technology has progressed from lab and pilot scale to commercial implementation, aiming to accelerate the global commercialization of renewable aromatics.
Stevanato Group has expanded its drug delivery portfolio with Deora™, a multi-use, fixed-dose pen injector platform designed to simplify self-administration while supporting the growing demand for injectable therapies such as diabetes, obesity and other chronic disease treatments. The platform addresses a key gap between single-use autoinjectors and variable-dose pen injectors by combining ease of use with manufacturing efficiency and sustainability.
Collaboration strengthens integrated packaging capabilities to better address the evolving needs of today’s packaging operations.
ST. LOUIS — July 21, 2026 — BW Packaging, Barry-Wehmiller’s global packaging machinery business, today announced a strategic partnership with Crown Packaging Corp., a leading provider of packaging supplies, equipment and services, to deliver innovative packaging automation capabilities and integrated packaging solutions to customers across North America.
July 29th, 2026 — Xaar has appointed Colordyne Technologies as the official distributor for the Xaar Versatex Printbar in North America, expanding access to digital embellishment and specialty print capability for label, packaging and converting applications. Through the agreement, Colordyne Technologies will provide sales, service and support for Versatex across the region.
Following its highest-ever annual investment volume in 2025, Siegwerk plans to invest more than 300 million Euros over the next five years to expand global capabilities, increase operational efficiency and strengthen customer support worldwide.
Strengthens Packaging Solutions Portfolio in the Americas
August 03, 2026, National Capital Region, India: UFlex Limited, India’s largest multinational packaging and solutions company, has commissioned its first overseas WPP (woven polypropylene) bags manufacturing plant in Mexico. Established with an investment of approximately USD 52 million, the state-of-the-art facility, spread across 10 acres, marks a major milestone in the company’s global expansion strategy and significantly strengthens its presence in the Americas.
The 2.3x larger facility will support faster delivery and growing demand across Label, RFID, Tapes, Graphics, and Reflective Solutions.
Cambridge, 21st July 2026 – Xaar’s Nitrox printheads have been selected by ZCZH, a China‑based industrial 3D printing company, to drive its wax‑jetting system for precision casting applications. The solution digitises wax pattern production, helping casting manufacturers reduce lead times, improve accuracy and increase flexibility through a new additive manufacturing process.
Leading UK retailer Aldi and dairy cooperative Arla have partnered with recycling technology company Polytag to introduce invisible UV tags across their milk bottle packaging. The initiative is designed to improve the tracking and measurement of plastic packaging throughout the recycling process, supporting greater transparency and data-driven sustainability.
Described as a ‘dual-innovation breakthrough’, the AD CleanFlake RFID solution combines Avery Dennison’s proprietary CleanFlake adhesive technology with a patent-pending RFID inlay and label construction.
This is set to ensure that the RFID tags separate cleanly from rigid PET during the mechanical recycling process – thus avoiding adhesive and metal contamination, keeping the PET flakes suitable for reuse, and avoiding disruption to the established PET recycling process.