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.
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.
Kiefel is presenting a new double-dip wet molding process for natural fiber packaging. The solution is designed to provide a grease and oil barrier without an additional plastic coating.
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 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.
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 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.
R-Cycle and Tilisco will present the PPWR Compliance Compass at Interpack. The SaaS tool uses artificial intelligence for packaging data aggregation, gap analysis and preparation of declarations of conformity with PPWR requirements.
Tomra Recycling has unveiled a breakthrough AI-native platform from PolyPerception and introduced three new deep learning applications for its award-winning GAINnext technology. The innovations were presented at IFAT 2026 in Munich and PRSE in Amsterdam, highlighting the company’s continued focus on advancing AI driven sorting solutions.
At Equiplast 2026, ENGEL Spain is presenting four integrated injection moulding applications for the Spanish market, covering the production of decorated parts, caps, thin-wall packaging and large mouldings. The exhibits are accompanied by a presentation of digital process support systems and AI-based tools.
KHS has expanded the Innopack Kisters Advanced series with the BottleClip Carrier solution, enabling stable multipacks of PET bottles with a cardboard carrying handle. The new option is intended to increase packaging flexibility, reduce energy consumption and address growing regulatory requirements.
The winners of the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2026 were announced during Plastics Recycling Show Europe in Amsterdam. Product solutions, recycling technologies and individuals supporting the development of Europe’s plastics recycling value chain were recognised.
