Prices for primary flexible-packaging materials in Europe showed a mixed development in Q3 2024, influenced by fluctuations in the availability of raw materials, logistics and international markets, says the regular report via trade group Flexible Packaging Europe. The latest price index data (based on Q4/2020 = 100%) illustrates the dynamic changes in the individual substrates … [Read more...] about European flex-pack substrate prices show mixed development in Q3 2024: FPE report
Film Making & Substrates
Biodegradable, compostable plastic-packaging demand to reach $4 billion worldwide by 2029: Smithers study
Worth $2.56 billion in 2024, packaging manufacturers and brand-owner users are increasing demand for a new generation of polymers that are also biodegradable or compostable. This transition is being powered by consumer preference, brand-owner’s corporate citizenship commitments, and a suite of new regulatory requirements. A dedicated new study from Smithers – The Future of … [Read more...] about Biodegradable, compostable plastic-packaging demand to reach $4 billion worldwide by 2029: Smithers study
International Paper to review options for global cellulose fibers business; plans to close SC paper mill
Memphis, TN-based International Paper will review strategic options for its global cellulose fibers (GCF) business. The decision is consistent with the IP's strategy to focus on sustainable packaging solutions. IP's GCF business creates absorbent pulp for a wide range of applications such as feminine care, incontinence and other personal-care products that promote health and … [Read more...] about International Paper to review options for global cellulose fibers business; plans to close SC paper mill
SEMI FlexTech advances business, technology for printing, materials, medical apps, soft robotics
By Gity Samadi, Ph.D., senior dir.-R&D Programs, SEMI FlexTech SEMI FlexTech has been advancing the state of the art in flexible, hybrid and printed electronics (FHE) for more than 22 years. FHE technology promises to bring electronics out of their boxes and enable low-power, low-weight and more environmentally friendly electronics products. Its activities range from … [Read more...] about SEMI FlexTech advances business, technology for printing, materials, medical apps, soft robotics
In-line coated & metallized, high-barrier BOPP-film production
By Bülent Çelik, senior metallized production mgr., and Cetin Berk Guvel, metallized production senior eng., Polibak; Nick Copeland, R&D director, BOBST; Willi Lindemann, R&D eng. – In-Line Coating Technology, Brückner Maschinenbau; and Kangin Park, Coatings & Engineering Materials Div., Mitsui Chemicals The market expectation for packaging films is shifting … [Read more...] about In-line coated & metallized, high-barrier BOPP-film production