Following the first half of 2017, when the figures recorded in all end-use segments were slightly lower than in the previous year, a considerable increase in order intake in the folding carton industry is leading to a substantial upturn in business during the autumn. This is particularly true of food / general packaging, which is a large-volume segment.
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Successful première of Indian trade fair quartet
Around 10,000 visitors at pacprocess India, IndiaPack, FoodPex India and the parallel event drink technology India – exhibitors highly satisfied
printpack alger 2018 for the first time powered by drupa
Huge investments in the expansion and modernization of the Algerian printing and packaging industry
2018 Predictions from ebeam Technologies
By Elsa Callini, Business Development Manager at ebeam Technologies
Positive outlook for corrugated and folding carton industry boosts demand for stand space at CCE International 2019
There is currently enormous growth potential for the corrugated and folding carton industry, and high demand for stand space at Europe’s only specialised exhibition for this industry sector, CCE International, is reflecting this positive development. The increase in demand for environmentally friendly products, booming online trade and a trend for individualisation and traceability of supply chains are all increasing the production volume for corrugated and folding carton products and open up a variety of new market opportunities.
Archroma Pakistan wins ‘Employer of the Year’ and ‘CEO of the Year’ awards for the second time in a row
Archroma, a global leader in color and specialty chemicals, today announced that its Pakistan affiliate has been named ‘Employer of the Year’ in the multinationals segment in a nationwide contest organized by the Employers Federation of Pakistan (EFP), for the second time in a row.
Flint Group fully acquires Continental Printing Inks/Eagle Ink Systems in South Africa through investment in remaining shares
Flint Group is pleased to announce the latest expansion to its African business with the acquisition of the remaining shares in Continental Printing Inks and Eagle Ink Systems. In September of 2015, Flint Group Africa was formed through a joint venture partnership combining two of the leading ink and coating suppliers to the Packaging and Print Media markets in South Africa. As of October 24, Flint Group has become sole owner of the entity.
Sustainable Foods Summit North America 2018 Agenda Announced
Following the success of the previous seven editions, Ecovia Intelligence (formerly known as Organic Monitor) is announcing the agenda of the North American edition of the Sustainable Foods Summit. Taking place in San Francisco on 30-31st January, the executive summit will feature health impacts, food ingredients, and organic & eco-labels.
CROWN MAINTAINS LEADERSHIP POSITION WITH CDP FOR SECOND CONSECUTIVE YEAR
Company’s A- score ranks ahead of its industry peer group and CDP program averages
Hop Industries Celebrates 40th Anniversary
Hop Industries, a value-added plastic manufacturer and market leader in plastic films and sheeting, today announces its 40th anniversary. Founded in 1977 by Chairman C.H. Hu and Mr. Kunio Kodaka, the company started with six employees, and flourished through the years, developing a foothold in the plastic sheeting industry. Today, Hop Industries employs over 52 in its Lyndhurst, NJ office, and continues to supply products and services for the expanding plastics market in the U.S. and Canada.
API TO TAKE NEW TRENDS TO SPIRITS PACKAGING SUMMIT 2017
Brand enhancement specialist API is to showcase its new 2018/19 trends at the Spirits Packaging Summit Edinburgh. David Peters, Creative Development Manager, will give an exclusive presentation on the latest trends that are influencing packaging in the luxury drinks sector.