Plastics
That’s a wrap! Fespa ties up debut Wrapfest
Vehicle wrapping enthusiasts descended upon Silverstone race circuit on 26 and 27 April to meet, network, and learn new skills in one of print’s freshest applications.
Fespa’s Wrapfest releases line-up
Fespa’s brand-new vinyl installation and vehicle wrapping event Wrapfest 2023 has revealed its line-up.
HP unveils Indigo 200K
HP has launched its latest entry into the flexible packaging market, the digital mid-web 200K press.
Fespa to hold WrapFest event at Silverstone
Fespa's new WrapFest event for printed vehicle wrapping will take place on 26-27 April at Silverstone racing circuit.
Mondi inks deal for remaining Russian ops
Mondi has agreed a deal to sell its remaining operations in Russia and will take a hit of up to £69m on the disposal.
Notpla boosted by Earthshot win
Sustainable plastic-free packaging developer Notpla has received a £1m boost to its ambitions after winning an Earthshot Prize.
Quality Street switches to paper wrappers
Tubs of Quality Street could contain a mixture of paper and cellulose wrapped sweets this Christmas as Nestlé rolls out new recyclable paper wraps on the iconic festive staple.
DS Smith ramps up research into alternative fibres
DS Smith is claiming an industry first in trialling seaweed-based raw materials as an alternative to plastics, as part of the packaging giant’s major investment in circular economy products.
Antalis flags September price rises
Antalis has written to customers flagging price rises of up to 20% – and possibly even more than that on certain materials – from next month.
Avery Dennison European ops benefit from big spend
Avery Dennison is making a substantial investment in its European manufacturing capacity with programmes involving a €60m (£50.4m) spend underway.