People in packaging – Our image gallery from interpack 2026

Afera – “From the Gulf to the coating line”

For Europe’s adhesive tape industry, the conflict involving the U.S., Israel and Iran is no longer a distant geopolitical crisis. It is feeding into the economics of tape production, affecting energy, petrochemical inputs, freight, lead times, pricing and customer demand across the value chain. The diplomatic picture remains fluid, but that has not restored normal […]

interpack 2026 – Packaging on a global stage

interpack is about to open its doors in Düsseldorf. From 7 to 13 May 2026, the global processing and packaging industry will meet to discuss AI, automation, innovative materials and new skills. Market leaders and newcomers from all areas of the value chain are getting ready. Preparations for interpack 2026 are in full swing. Around […]

Futamura and Biopap advance compostable food service solutions

Futamura UK, a global leader in sustainable cellulose-based solutions, and Biopap, a pioneer in compostable food packaging, are reinforcing their 25-year relationship to accelerate innovation in compostable solutions for the food service industry. The collaboration combines Futamura’s regenerated cellulose film, NatureFlex, with Biopap’s high-performance, compostable food trays. Together, the companies have developed functional compostable packaging, […]

IPCO – “Together, we can offer complete process lines!”

Following the acquisition of New Era Converting Machinery Inc. by IPCO AB, a new global player in converting and process equipment has emerged. In this interview, Jens Gegner, Global Segment Manager Composites at IPCO, and Paul Lembo, Managing Director at New Era, discuss the integration, key synergies and future strategy. Mr Lembo, Mr Gegner – […]