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 […]
interpack 2029 – Early summer date and new runtime
The excitement following interpack 2026 is still palpable: meaningful encounters, strong business deals and plenty of inspiration continue to have a lasting impact. At the same time, the focus is firmly on the future: for 2029, interpack is setting the course for the future with a new date and a new runtime. Early summer date […]
Neuenhauser Vorwald and RENOVA combine their expertise
With the partnership between Neuenhauser Vorwald and RENOVA, the company is setting another milestone in the strategic development of its product and solution portfolio. The goal of the collaboration is to offer machine builders and industrial users even more comprehensive, efficient and technologically coordinated system solutions for modern winding processes. Since the early 1980s, RENOVA […]