Packaging News

08 Feb 2021

Neopac’s sustainable tube solutions win WorldStar Packaging Awards

By Staff Writer

Two of Hoffmann Neopac’s ground-breaking tube solutions have won WorldStar Awards from the World Packaging Organization. For Neopac, both recognitions came in the Health & Personal Care category and exemplify the company’s commitment to sustainable packaging solutions. Recycled Plastic Tube Neopac’s Recycled Plastic Tube, which is utilised by Farfalla for several of its 100% natural...

25 Jan 2021

UPM Raflatac scales up linerless labelstock production

By Staff Writer

UPM Raflatac is strengthening its position in the fast-growing linerless labelstock market by scaling up its production capacity and building a new production line in Nowa Wies, Poland. Direct Thermal (DT) linerless labelling is a cost-efficient and sustainable alternative to traditional label stock. Gaining ground Driven by sustainability trends and the need for increased efficiency,...

28 Jan 2016

African packaging on a growth path

By Staff Writer

The South African packaging industry plays an important role in the local economy, contributing R79 billion in 2014. Plastics packaging makes up the largest share, followed by paper and board packaging.

19 Jan 2016

Propak Africa 2016 to highlight packaging’s role in the economy

By Staff Writer

The importance of packaging and its related industries will take centre stage at Propak Africa 2016, one of Africa’s largest packaging, food processing, plastics, printing and labelling trade exhibitions. The South African packaging industry plays an important role in the local economy, contributing R79 billion in 2014. Plastics packaging makes up the largest share, contributing R35.9 billion in 2014. This is followed by paper and board packaging, contributing R25.2 billion to the economy last year.