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Mondi hosts first-of-its-kind round table to tackle used paper bags from construction

On 16 November 2023, a group of industry leaders came together to a round table in Spain to talk about how to boost the circularity of paper bags in the construction industry.

The project aimed at finding solutions how to scale up the collection, sorting and recycling of used paper bags, and reduce waste.
The round table followed a pilot project in which Mondi has already been collaborating with partners in the construction industry in Spain to increase the circularity of used paper bags.
New circularity approach provides template for more collaborators and industry leaders to join or replicate across Europe.

Former Dyson engineer proves that innovation can happen in a vacuum

Distilled from years of experience in the most innovative role at one of the most innovative companies around, Ben Edmonds – aka the 'Cardboard Ninja'- explains how his narrative has left him wanting to make a difference in the packaging sector

Afera launches 11th Tape College

21 field experts to educate industry newcomers on adhesive tape technology, 12-14 March 2024 in Munich

Early bird registration discount until January 1st
Hotel booking discount until January 30th

Good order management for spot colours

By Fokke Verbeek, GSE Dispensing

Tracking and managing the high volume of orders presents a logistical challenge to package printers who process spot colours in-house with an ink dispenser. Order management software provides the key to an efficient, productive print workflow.

How to calculate ink consumption for a package print job

By Jason Rook GSE Dispensing
Calculating the amount of ink needed for a packaging and label printing job is a complex task – and one that the printer must get right, to protect profits.

The Genesis of a Brand – Cassandra Stavrou

What does it take to build a successful and thriving brand in a tough - and often unforgiving - retail market?

As part of London Packaging Week, Cassandra Stavrou, Founder of PROPER Snacks, shared insight into her journey as a challenger brand and the successes and failures along the way, resulting in one of the most successful and fast-growing businesses in the healthy snack category.

Make Your Production Sustainable With Flexographic Printing

As the sixth largest producer of printing products in the world, the UK is in a prime position to enhance sustainability in the industry, and positive progress has already been made towards achieving Net Zero.

UK commercial printing now uses predominantly sustainable materials, with 90 per cent of paper sourced from European forests which are increasing at a staggering rate equivalent to 1,500 football pitches every day.

Embrace a new era as digital trends disrupt the package printing world

With Gulf Print & Pack officially announced for 2024 from the 9th – 11th of January, the response from visitors and exhibitors has been overwhelming. This continues to be the major exhibition for the print and package printing sector in the GCC region and is the first in-person printing exhibition in the Middle East for nearly four years.

Re!think! packaging printing: Web offset as key technology in the transformation process to a more sustainable packaging

There’s no better packaging than sustainable packaging: avoiding waste is the top priority when it comes to preserving nature and the environment. In addition, the usefulness of packaging for food protection and consumer information is undisputed. So how can packaging printing be more resource-efficient? What role does web offset play in the circular economy? How can the negative impact on nature and the environment be reduced in the printing process? manroland Goss' presence at various international events in the upcoming weeks will provide an opportunity for a personal exchange with experts on the future prospects of web offset in packaging printing.

Dow Packaging Innovation Awards returns for its 2023 /2024 edition

The award features an enhanced biennial format as it seeks to con nue to champion innova on in packaging as a key enabler for sustainable human progress
• Nomina ons are open to packaging designs from all industries and geographies; entries can be submi ed here; deadline to submit is March 8, 2024.
• Winners will be selected by an independent jury composed of professionals from the global packaging industry and sustainability experts.