Over 4.2 million tonnes of flexible food packaging in Europe
The consumption of flexible food packaging in Europe has continued to rise in recent years, reaching over 4.2 million tonnes in 2025. More than half of this was accounted for by confectionery, convenience/fresh products and dry foods. This is the conclusion reached by the latest study by SCHÖNWALD CONSULTING, “Flexible Food Packaging in Europe”, published […]
Vetaphone extends warranty up to five years
Vetaphone, the inventor and global market leader in corona surface treatment now offers an increased warranty period on its technology from the class-leading standard period of two years up to five full years to provide users with added peace of mind. 75 years of experience and knowledge With 75 years of experience and knowledge in […]
Geopolitical tensions drive raw material prices in flexible packaging
Markets for flexible packaging materials recorded substantial price increases during the second quarter of 2026. According to the FPE Raw Material Price Index, quarterly minimum prices rose significantly across all substrates compared with the previous quarter. The most pronounced increase was seen in BOPP film (20 micron), where price levels almost doubled (+97%) compared with […]
FINAT recognises digital security seal from Schreiner MediPharm
Schreiner MediPharm, a leading developer and manufacturer of innovative functional labels for the healthcare industry, received the prestigious Group Award for Innovation for a newly developed security seal with an integrated digital authentication function in the FINAT Label Competition 2026. The award-winning solution enables easy and reliable authentication via smartphone and enhances the protection of […]
INOMETA – 45 years of lightweight construction and precision
In 1981, company founder Wilfried Tappe began manufacturing aluminium rollers in a small garage in the heart of Herford. Today, in 2026, INOMETA GmbH can look back on an impressive 45 years. What began as a modest one-man operation has grown into an internationally renowned technology leader. The secret to the East Westphalian company’s success […]