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Save Food at interpack 2026: programme of talks and awards

Save Food at interpack 2026: programme of talks and awards

At interpack 2026, the Save Food initiative has scheduled expert talks on 12 May, a project competition, and awards for solutions that reduce food losses. The programme also includes a thematic route across the exhibition grounds.

COAT-Ips develops a heated anti-icing coating

COAT-Ips develops a heated anti-icing coating

The COAT-Ips project is developing an energy-efficient heated coating to protect aircraft against icing. The solution takes the form of a technical paint, can be repaired on-site, and is being developed by OMAR Coatings, AIMPLAS and INTA.

Igus invests in automation and local production

Igus invests in automation and local production

Igus allocated EUR 124.4 million to investments in automation, infrastructure and the development of subsidiaries. The company increased sales in 2025, is expanding local production and has prepared 227 new products from its motion plastics range.

Röhm published its ESG report for 2025

Röhm published its ESG report for 2025

Röhm published its ESG report for 2025, presenting progress in decarbonization, the circular economy, occupational safety and social responsibility. The document was prepared in line with ESRS standards and CSRD requirements.

Interpack 2026 expands the Women in Packaging format

Interpack 2026 expands the Women in Packaging format

At interpack 2026, the next edition of the Women in Packaging event will take place. The programme includes a keynote speech, a panel discussion and topic-driven networking focused on career development, diversity and the future of the packaging industry.

Aimplas advances the Vegancelio project for organic waste

Aimplas advances the Vegancelio project for organic waste

Aimplas is leading the Vegancelio project, which aims to convert organic waste into vegan leather made from fungal mycelium and chitosan microcapsules for cosmetic applications. The project is being carried out with industrial partners from the textile and dermocosmetic sectors.

BASF to showcase textile solutions at Techtextil 2026

BASF to showcase textile solutions at Techtextil 2026

At Techtextil 2026, BASF will present solutions for technical textiles and nonwovens, including materials based on recycled and biocircular feedstocks as well as binder and membrane technologies. The display will also include projects developed with industry partners.

Arburg to present Allrounder Trend at Interplas 2026

Arburg to present Allrounder Trend at Interplas 2026

At Interplas 2026 in Birmingham, Arburg will present two electric Allrounder Trend injection moulding machines. The company will focus its presentation on automation, digitalisation and sustainability, including the processing of a biodegradable biomaterial.

Cost savings thanks to lighter PET packaging from Sidel

Cost savings thanks to lighter PET packaging from Sidel

Sidel has launched an interactive tool for estimating cost savings and greenhouse gas emission reductions achieved through PET packaging optimisation. The application takes into account bottle design changes, labelling and the use of recycled PET, among other factors.