The global converting industry is preparing for the next edition of ICE Europe, as the event further strengthens its position as the world’s leading exhibition for the conversion of flexible, web-based and sheet materials. Taking place in Munich from 9–11 March 2027, ICE Europe, organised by RX, will once again bring together the full converting […]
Read more »Two projects from KOCH Robot Systems show that packaging and palletising rolls no longer has to be a feat of strength. Nonwovens, adhesive tapes and technical films are true all-rounders: they protect, insulate and connect, making them indispensable in medicine, hygiene and industry. Their value only becomes apparent at the end of the production chain: […]
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Prices for flexible packaging materials increased almost across the board in the first quarter of 2026 compared with the previous quarter. Rising energy and raw material costs, combined with escalating geopolitical tensions, continue to impact the markets. The latest figures published by Flexible Packaging Europe (FPE) present a concerning picture across the different substrates. It […]
The European aluminium foil industry recorded a moderate market recovery in 2025. Following the marked stabilisation seen in 2024, demand developed positively overall, although momentum weakened over the course of the year, and the fourth quarter in particular proved more subdued. Rising production figures Total deliveries of European aluminium foil production rose to 920,400 tonnes […]
Somatec Sondermaschinen GmbH has announced the acquisition of ATH Automatisierung und Anlagentechnik Hameln GmbH. Both long-established companies will continue to operate independently in the market while benefiting from closer strategic alignment in the future. At the same time, the joint location in Hameln will be strengthened, creating long-term prospects for all stakeholders. The integration of […]
Mark Andy, a leading global supplier of narrow- and mid-web printing and finishing equipment, announced the renewal of its strategic partnership with UPM Adhesive Materials, a global supplier of self-adhesive paper and film products. The agreement marks the seventh consecutive year the companies have renewed their collaboration in the Americas, reinforcing a shared commitment to […]
The Recycling Alliance for Small Aluminium Packaging has officially been launched to improve the recycling performance of such packaging across Europe. It was named “re-alu”, and a dedicated branding has been developed for better recognition. The website is online, and it also has its own LinkedIn presence. Established under the umbrella of AMS Europe e.V., […]
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