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PET wine bottles: a lightweight alternative to glass

PET wine bottles: a lightweight alternative to glass

Growing demand for sustainable and lightweight packaging is supporting the spread of PET bottles in the wine segment. Examples from the Nordic countries and solutions from Anora and Alpla show how this format can open up new markets and target groups.

Sidel presents aseptic PET lines at CBST 2026

Sidel presents aseptic PET lines at CBST 2026

At CBST 2026 in Shenzhen, Sidel will showcase its aseptic PET bottling solutions and the NeXt Line complete line concept, as well as present its service offering for beverage producers in Greater China.

Arburg becomes a partner of the Thin Wall Packaging Academy

Arburg becomes a partner of the Thin Wall Packaging Academy

Arburg has established a network partnership with the Thin Wall Packaging Academy (TWPA) based in Switzerland. The aim of the cooperation is to promote thin-wall injection moulding technology and provide practical training for packaging industry specialists.

Arburg presents four innovative applications at Plast 2026

Arburg presents four innovative applications at Plast 2026

At Plast 2026 in Milan, Arburg will present four injection moulding cells, including the new electric Allrounder Trend series for standard applications and solutions for two-component, LSR and insert moulding, complemented by an overview of digital services.

Recycling diaper production waste at the SKZ center

Recycling diaper production waste at the SKZ center

LaMa Recycling is carrying out a research project at the SKZ center on recycling production waste from diaper manufacturing. The aim is to develop a scalable process for recovering polyolefins, cellulose and superabsorbents instead of incinerating them.