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 interpack 2026 sends a global signal for the industry

interpack 2026 sends a global signal for the industry

This year's edition of interpack brought together 2,804 exhibitors from 65 countries and visitors from 161 nations. The trade fair in Düsseldorf showed that the transformation of the processing and packaging industry is already being implemented in technologies, materials and processes.

Amcor launches a 38 mm handle for PET containers

Amcor launches a 38 mm handle for PET containers

Amcor has expanded its offering for the beverage market with a 38 mm handle for PET containers. The solution is intended for packaging up to 10 litres for water and other non-carbonated beverages.

Plast 2026 conference programme

Plast 2026 conference programme

The organisers of Plast 2026 have presented the event's conference programme. The agenda covers industrial competitiveness, the circular economy, recycling, processing, regulations and digitalisation.

KHS focuses on flexible and sustainable packaging

KHS focuses on flexible and sustainable packaging

KHS is developing a holistic line strategy for the beverage and food industries, addressing cost pressure, the shortage of skilled workers and growing regulatory requirements. The company emphasizes flexibility, automation and solutions that reduce material consumption.

Henkel modernizes Packaging Competence Center

Henkel modernizes Packaging Competence Center

Henkel Adhesive Technologies has inaugurated its modernized Packaging Competence Center in Düsseldorf. The facility is intended to enable testing of adhesive and coating solutions under conditions matching modern industrial production.

Plastpol 2026 to showcase the direction of change in plastics

Plastpol 2026 to showcase the direction of change in plastics

The anniversary edition of Plastpol, to be held on 19-22 May 2026 in Kielce, will focus on production digitalisation, recycling, energy efficiency and new materials. The event will be accompanied by debates and presentations on the competitiveness of the European plastics industry.

KHS expands ConnectApp Guide for maintenance management

KHS expands ConnectApp Guide for maintenance management

KHS has expanded the functions of its ConnectApp Guide application supporting machine servicing and maintenance in beverage plants. The new features include dynamic, usage-based maintenance intervals and the integration of bills of materials.

Krones increases order intake in the first quarter of 2026

Krones increases order intake in the first quarter of 2026

Krones started 2026 with a 5.3% increase in order intake to EUR 1.512 billion and confirmed its full-year financial targets. The company maintained an improved EBITDA margin despite lower reported revenue due to currency translation effects.

DS Smith, KHS and Carlsberg produces a sustainable cardboard pack

DS Smith, KHS and Carlsberg produces a sustainable cardboard pack

Carlsberg, DS Smith and KHS have launched a cardboard multipack with rounded corners based on Arcwise technology. First introduced in Poland, the solution is intended to combine stronger shelf impact, lower material use and production on existing machines.

Sumitomo Demag confirms participation in Fakuma 2026

Sumitomo Demag confirms participation in Fakuma 2026

Sumitomo Demag has announced its participation in Fakuma 2026. At a joint stand with partners, the company will present two fully electric IntElect injection moulding machines for consumer and packaging applications.