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Spotlight Forum at interpack 2026: 7 days, 7 topics

Spotlight Forum at interpack 2026: 7 days, 7 topics

The Spotlight Forum at interpack 2026 in Düsseldorf will feature around 75 presentations and debates on regulation, resource efficiency, automation, artificial intelligence and securing skilled labour. Under the motto “7 days, 7 topics”, experts from industry, politics, associations and institutions will shape the programme.

EuPF: partial exemption of stretch film from reuse targets

EuPF: partial exemption of stretch film from reuse targets

The European Commission has adopted a delegated act exempting pallet wrapping films and straps from the 100% reuse obligation in certain domestic and intra-group applications. However, EuPF notes that the lack of an exemption for cross-border transport leaves a key reuse target unresolved.

Alujain and Beaulieu plan joint venture in fibre production

Alujain and Beaulieu plan joint venture in fibre production

Alujain Corporation and Beaulieu International Group have signed a memorandum for the creation of a joint venture in Saudi Arabia, focused on local production of synthetic fibres and non-wovens and on developing GEONATPET operations in Yanbu.

BOY presents LSR application at Plastindia 2026

BOY presents LSR application at Plastindia 2026

At Plastindia 2026, BOY and its Indian representative Karan Engineering Co. presented on a BOY 50 E injection moulding machine an application for liquid silicone seals for automotive connectors, attracting strong interest from trade visitors.

Alternative confectionery packaging at interpack 2026

Alternative confectionery packaging at interpack 2026

At interpack 2026, three halls will be dedicated to processing and packaging technologies for confectionery and baked goods. Sustainable materials, flexible machinery and digital solutions for the confectionery market will be in the spotlight.

Nova Chemicals rated top PE supplier for quality

Nova Chemicals rated top PE supplier for quality

Nova Chemicals secured first place in Mastio & Company's polyethylene Customer Value and Loyalty survey, receiving the PE Customer Value & Loyalty Benchmarking Award for quality and overall performance.

Coveris sells Paper Packaging Division to Kingswood fund

Coveris sells Paper Packaging Division to Kingswood fund

Coveris has signed an agreement to sell its Paper Packaging Division, comprising label and board activities, to US private equity fund Kingswood Capital Management. After completion of the transaction, the company will focus on flexible packaging in the EMEA region.