All Innovation Spotlight articles
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From our sponsorsWhy Dow believes circular packaging calls for a more collaborative design mindset
In this Innovation Spotlight, Dow outlines how its extrusion coating portfolio aims to support recyclability requirements and regulatory readiness, and how its collaboration with RDM Group demonstrates how lightweight polymer coatings can extend the use of fibre-based packaging into applications such as frozen food and dry pet food.
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From our sponsorsSiegwerk combines white ink and oxygen barrier in one layer with CIRKIT OXYBAR WHITE
Siegwerk is introducing a new approach to functional packaging design with the launch of CIRKIT OXYBAR WHITE, a solution for film-based packaging that merges oxygen barrier performance and white ink opacity into a single, printable layer. The company tells us more in this Spotlight.
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From our sponsors85 years of CRYOVAC®: The pioneering technology that transformed food packaging
2026 marks 85 years since the trademark was filed for the CRYOVAC® brand – a historic moment that transformed food packaging and led the way for many technologies and methods, which have become standard practice throughout the food value chain.
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From our sponsorsHusky aims to advance injection moulding for beverage closures with HyCAP® 4.0 Tooling
In this Spotlight Husky Technologies details its HyCAP® 4.0 Tooling solution, designed to maximize injection moulding performance and deliver ‘ultra-lightweight’ beverage closures, consistent part quality and accurate and repeatable moulding of complex features.
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From our sponsorsUPM’s ‘compliant by design’ packaging materials for the post-PPWR world
In this edition of the Spotlight, UPM explains how converters and brand owners can pave a path to PPWR-compliant packaging by looking to renewable feedstocks as a source of sustainable, bio-based packaging and labeling materials.
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From our sponsorsFlexible packaging is now leading the sustainability conversation
Korozo Group’s Selin Bahar Meşulam discusses the crucial role flexible packaging can play in tackling the challenges the industry faces and highlights innovations and collaborations in our latest Spotlight.
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Sponsored ContentSWM International highlights why fibre-based innovation matters
In this edition of the Spotlight, SWM International explains why it believes fibre-based innovation matters, ranging from regulatory requirements and the state of Europe’s plastics recycling sector to its range of fibre-based packaging solutions.
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From our sponsorsParamelt improves fiber-based packaging performance with new coating platform
Responding to tightening global packaging regulations and the recognition of coatings as a ‘critical enabler’ of circular packaging design, Paramelt has introduced its Aquavate™ Bio water‑based, biodegradable coating platform designed to support recyclable and compostable packaging solutions at industrial scale. The company tells us more in this Spotlight.
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From our sponsorsElopak’s hygienic filling process supports longer shelf life for mini Pure-Pak® cartons
In the chilled beverages space, Elopak says the mini carton format is providing more opportunities in areas such as dairy and plant-based drinks. In this Spotlight, the company explains how its chilled machine portfolio helps producers keep pace and highlights its new filling machine for mini Pure Pak® cartons.
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From our sponsorsPlastipak advances recyclable barrier packaging with O2Blox™ technology
Plastipak has unveiled its nylon-free PET oxygen barrier technology, O2Blox™, designed to protect products while strengthening the recycling stream. Find out more as the company details its innovation in this Spotlight.
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From our sponsorsadapa transformation unwrapped: turning expertise into customer advantage
In our latest Spotlight, Stefano Manfredi, Chief Sales Officer at adapa, and Alena Maran, VP Strategy & Transformation at the company discuss how collaboration and quick response times effectively turn packaging expertise into real value.
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From our sponsorsHow Koehler Paper is overcoming barriers for circular paper packaging
As sustainability targets across the packaging industry are increasingly scrutinized and refined, one question is becoming critical: how can packaging deliver both protection and recyclability? Koehler Paper believes that for paper-based solutions, the answer lies in the design of functional barriers. The company explains why in this Spotlight.
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From our sponsorsMarkem-Imaje aims to help brands anticipate 2027 QR code shift
In the latest edition of the Spotlight, Markem-Imaje outlines how its CoLOS® software platform automates 2D barcode generation and delivers accurate product data in real time, aiming to help brands and manufacturers adapt to upcoming changes to product identification and tracking.
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ArticleBarberán’s digital printing solutions: from engraved rollers to digital single pass
Barberán’s portfolio of digital printing solutions ranges from applications for signage and corrugated board to systems incorporating artificial vision camera inspection. The company details its history and its recent innovations in this Spotlight.
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From our sponsorsMichelman partners with industry leaders to accelerate PPWR and SUPD-compliant packaging
In this Spotlight, Michelman explains how it will be highlighting innovation through collaboration at Interpack 2026. Across eight presentations, attendees will learn from the company’s ‘industry-leading’ partners who are co-developing solutions designed to meet the needs of today’s circular economy.
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From our sponsorsSealPPeel: cutting carbon impact while improving consumer experience
In this edition of the Spotlight, MCC Global explains how its SealPPeel polypropylene lidding aims to improve recyclability, shelf appeal and deliver a lower carbon footprint.
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Sponsored ContentHow Thrace Group’s packaging powers Greek yogurt’s international expansion
Thrace Group provides rigid packaging for the food, dairy and non-food sectors across Europe and beyond. In this edition of the Spotlight, the company details how its packaging provides reliable sealing and extends shelf life for dairy products, including Greek yogurt.
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From our sponsors‘Converting packaging into profit’ - How Changsu aims to increase efficiency at Interpack 2026
Changsu is due to present its range of BOPA films at interpack 2026, suitable for applications such as fresh foods, sauces, pet foods and wraps for flowers. The company outlines the details of its films in this Spotlight.
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From our sponsorsBostik brings its flexible materials portfolio together under one global brand: ADCOTE™
Bostik, the adhesive solutions segment of Arkema, is bringing its flexible materials laminating adhesives and coatings together under a single global brand: ADCOTE™. In this edition of the Spotlight, the company shares all the details about this move.
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From our sponsorsIntegrated, future ready solutions for the packaging and converting industry
At interpack, HEIDELBERG invites visitors to explore the future of packaging and its challenges, how integrated, future‑ready solutions can help shape the next generation of packaging and converting. The company tells us more in this Spotlight.