Print and Packaging

Mimaki's Textile Pigment Transfer Printing Solution “TRAPIS” Ushers in a Sustainable Future

For decades, polyester has been the cornerstone of the textile printing industry. Its compatibility with the digital sublimation process—a cost-effective, simple technology—has driven exponential growth in polyester printing. However, the very characteristics that make polyester well suited for sublimation printing render this printing technique unsuitable for other materials, such as cotton and some blended fibres, leaving a significant gap in the market.

Stora Enso announces opening of Production Unit for Dry Molded Fiber

PulPac licensee, Stora Enso, announces the opening of a groundbreaking Dry Molded Fiber Production Unit in Skene, Sweden. The facility is the largest and most advanced of its kind, marking a significant milestone in sustainable packaging technology. Production is set to begin in Q4 2024 after successful large-scale testing.

Sustainability now: Apply for the Special Interest Ethical Style by 22 November 2024

Sustainable consumption is becoming increasingly important to consumers worldwide. For ten years now, the joint programme of Ambiente, Christmasworld, Creativeworld and Nordstil, under the name Ethical Style, has been giving visibility to companies and products that focus on sustainability. The scheme provides orientation for the trade and brings together supply and demand. Online registration for participation in 2025 is open until 22 November.

Mr. Ashok Chaturvedi highlights the role of Artificial Intelligence in addressing the problem of flexible packaging waste at ElitePlus++Global Business Summit 2024

Mr. Ashok Chaturvedi, Founder, Chairman, and Managing Director, UFlex Group, delivered a pivotal keynote address highlighting the role of artificial intelligence in solving the problem of flexible packaging waste, contributing to a cleaner and greener planet, at the world’s largest business summit on flexible films and laminates for packaging and applications.

Miraclon joins Consortium for Waste Circularity

Collaboration to expand sustainability impact across packaging industry

First 7,5 million drinking straws in the US to be made of compostable material from Gaia Biomaterials

American sustainable serviceware producer Evanesce is just about to start producing the first 7.5 million drinking straws made from Biodolomer, a compostable material based on limestone. Biodolomer is developed and manufactured in Sweden by Gaia Biomaterials.

Xerox Publishes 2024 Corporate Social Responsibility Report

The company provides an update on its net zero by 2040 roadmap and recognitions received for sustainability efforts

Redesigning packaging for a sustainable future

Packaging has evolved into one of the foundational building blocks of the modern economy. From the cardboard boxes that protect electronics during shipping to the plastic wrappers that keep food fresh, packaging is everywhere. However, with this omnipresence comes immense responsibility. As companies seek to balance consumer convenience with environmental stewardship, the question of how to reduce the ecological footprint of packaging without sacrificing functionality has become more urgent than ever.

EcoLamHighPlus: Leading the way in sustainable coffee packaging solutions with Syntegon’s PMX platform

Efficiency and sustainability without compromise

Sun Chemical Issues New Sustainability Report

Sun Chemical released its fourteenth sustainability report, emphasizing the business’ continued prioritization of sustainability leadership and commitment to social responsibility.

Going process free with Kodak: an effortless way to step up on sustainability

Changing market and customer requirements, trends in society, but also stricter regulatory requirements in most countries around the world mean that the pressure on printing businesses to be more sustainable continues to rise. Printers are therefore actively seeking ways to reduce waste, conserve energy, and promote eco-friendly practices throughout their operations.