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AWAVirtual Hosts M&A Executive Forum on the Packaging and Labeling Sector

As part of the AWAVirtual™ event series, Corey Reardon, CEO & President of AWA Alexander Watson and Associates (AWA) hosted on 7 June the Mergers & Acquisition Executive Forum for the Packaging and Labeling sector. The Forum brought together C-level executives, private equity firms, investment bankers and suppliers to create an industry focused platform for those involved or interested in the sector. Virtual sessions were conducted on Consolidation in the Label Industry, Deal Flow, and Sustainability in M&A.

Saving energy in metal decorating

Presentation of alternative technologies and ways to save gas

Explanations based on best practice examples
Consistently positive feedback from customers

How can over-the-counter brand-owners package their products sustainably?

To gain insight into brand-owner and converter perspectives on over-the-counter pharmaceutical and wellness product packaging, we recently conducted a study with key stakeholders in the field. Through these conversations, we discovered some confusion exists surrounding the sustainability of packaging materials. In this article, we will share some of our findings and help clarify some of the benefits and challenges of over-the-counter packaging sustainability. We will also cover results from an LCA study we recently conducted on fiber-based pharmaceutical packaging.

Barrier paper solutions for flexible packaging

June 15, 2022
Session 1: 11:00 CET / 10:00 BST / 13:00 GST / 17:00 BJT
Session 2: 19:00 CET / 18:00 BST / 13:00 ET / 10:00 PT
Duration: 1 hour

How BOBST can help ease supply chain pressures

Article 1: Substrate shortages

In this series of articles, we will examine some of the key issues facing the packaging industry, including the availability of component machine parts and the lack of skilled manpower. In this first article, we will focus on substrate supply, which has become an acute issue in the global supply chain.

Mark Andy educates Print Students at an Open House devoted to Flexo and Hybrid label printing

One of the many events scheduled by Mark Andy Europe for the first half of 2022 was an Open House for print students held at its Warsaw showroom and demo facility on 22nd April. The students, who came from the Printing Technologies Unit of the Faculty of Production Engineering at the Warsaw Technical University, took part in live demos of three Mark Andy presses: an Evolution Series E3 flexo line, a Digital Series iQ inkjet/flexo hybrid and a Digital Pro 3 toner/flexo hybrid.

Identifying Contaminants in Consumer Products Webinar

SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, is pleased to announce a complimentary webinar, ‘Identifying Contaminants in Consumer Products’, which takes place on Thursday, May 19.

Flow wrap packaging, from its origins to future evolutions

A study conducted by the Politecnico di Torino and specialised groups leads to a White Paper which investigates the history of a flexible packaging

AWAVirtual PS Label & Liner Sustainability Seminar

AWA Alexander Watson Associates will host the 1st edition of the AWAVirtual™ PS Label & Liner Sustainability Seminar on the 26th of April.

BOBST launches new corrugated training course in AICC Packaging School

BOBST, a leading global manufacturer and supplier of print and packaging technologies, has partnered with The Independent Packaging Association, AICC, Packaging School to launch a new training and education course dedicated to the corrugated market.

Xeikon folding carton bakery packaging

Our technology makes no use of mineral oils and is probably the most food safe solution in the digital environment. This creates lots of opportunities towards the food sector going from small run lengths to promotional items of seasonals. Together with our partners we will work out a number of options which will help you understand the possibilities for your production process.