Entries sought for European Carton Excellence Awards 2019

ENTRIES are now open for this year's European Carton Excellence Awards. Run by Pro Carton and the European Carton Makers Associations (ECMA), organisers revealed this...

New solvent barrier solution from RPC Moirans

RPC Emballages Moirans has developed a new barrier solution for its range of blow-moulded containers up to 30 litres. Providing an effective barrier against solvent-based...

SAICA acquires Americk Packaging Group

Spanish multi-national company SAICA has acquired Dublin-headquartered firm, Americk Packaging Group. The flexible, labels and carton manufacturer, which employs 691 people, has six sites in...

Pro Carton strengthens position to help industry succeed

MEMBERS of CEPI Cartonboard and Pro Carton have announced that they will merge into one strong association under the name Pro Carton, following a 12-month...
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Well-defined pulp is recyclable/ compostable

HIGH quality, custom-designed moulded pulp packaging from Plastique entered production in early 2014. The process known as thermoformed fibre or pulp thermoforming uses...

Pro Carton reveals sponsors and judges for 2024 awards

PRO Carton, the European association of carton and carton board manufacturers, has revealed the full judging panel for its three awards, alongside the first...

Flexo print process for decorative corrugated

DESCRIBED as a major breakthrough in decorative corrugated packaging, corrugated packaging specialist Charapak has, in conjunction with Forum Packaging, launched what is described as...
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FEFCO summit: “Onwards with modernisation”

PROFESSIONALS from around the world attended the European Federation of Corrugated Board Manufacturers (FEFCO) Summit in London from 4-6 June. Several speakers addressed FEFCO’s...
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SIG marks major sales growth in alu-layer-free aseptic cartons

SIG has announced a 24% rise in sales last year for its alu-layer-free aseptic cartons. The firm said the milestone marks another leap forward in...
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Brands must embrace sustainable packaging

RETAILERS and brands in Scotland must embrace consumer enthusiasm for environment-friendly packaging to win spend and loyalty, according to Tony Hitchin