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MM Group sells 70% stake in MM Packaging to KPS in €2.4B deal

MM Group has signed a definitive agreement to sell its 70% stake in MM Packaging to the US private equity firm KPS Capital Partners, for an enterprise value of €2.4 billion (US$2.6 billion). MM Group, headquartered in Vienna, Austria, will retain a 30% ownership stake in the packaging company, which, upon closing of the deal, will operate as a standalone company under the name of MM Packaging. 
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SIG and Siegwerk: Filling and sealing innovations drive packaging efficiency and circularity
In the packaging industry, hardware and material innovators are aligning to create streamlined, highly adaptable filling and sealing operations. Packaging Insights speaks to SIG and Siegwerk about how the latest advancements in filling platforms and heat-sealing coatings address costs, downtime, and the circularity challenges of fiber-based packaging. 
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Amcor links packaging innovation with changing US consumer habits
At Pack Expo 2026, Amcor showcased its range of packaging innovations responding to changing US consumer habits. The company’s senior director of marketing for Flexibles North America, Mary Johnson, discussed how shifting retail and snacking trends, growing demand for convenience, packaging equipment automation, and more sustainable packaging are impacting the company’s offerings. “We are showcasing our full range of retail packaging, including consumer and end-user packaging,” Johnson told Packaging Insights. “We also offer equipment designed to bring together our films and packaging machinery, alongside our technical services, to create the most optimized packaging solution at the lowest total packaging cost.”
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Freezer-friendly formats
Innova Market Insights data indicates that packaging for frozen F&B launches is evolving across materials, formats, and sustainability claims. Europe leads frozen launches at 36%, followed by Asia at 27%. Plastic remains the leading material at 69%, while paper is gaining momentum with a 4% CAGR from October 2021 to September 2026.
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Rethinking packaging: How banding can reduce materials, improve processes and prepare businesses for PPWR.
Discover how banding can reduce packaging material, simplify processes and support your PPWR strategy. This practical ATS-Tanner technical paper explores applications, material selection, automation and total costs. Use its practical questions and evaluation checklist to assess whether banding suits your products and helps you achieve your packaging and long-term business goals.This Technical Paper is brought to you by ATS-Tanner.
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Pack Expo 2026: Engineered Printing Solutions launches ink for molded fiber packaging

Engineered Printing Solutions (EPS) unveiled a high-viscosity water-based inkjet ink for molded fiber packaging at Pack Expo 2026. It is designed to deliver high-quality printing at production speeds, according to executive chairman Ken Stack.  He discusses the shift toward digital printing amid regulatory changes.

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Non-wood pulp offers paper packaging producers cost stability, says Canopy...
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Paper packaging companies can benefit financially from switching from forest fiber to pulp from agricultural residues amid fluctuating wood pulp prices, suggests economic modeling by Canopy Planet, a nonprofit based in Vancouver, Canada.  Canopy Planet highlights that the fiberization trend in packaging has coincided with growing energy and raw material prices, disruptions to global trade, climate-change-related supply hurdles, and tightening regulations.  
Sidel signs aseptic and PET bottling deal with China Resources Beverage
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Sidel has announced that it will provide aseptic technology and large PET bottled water production lines to China Resources Beverage. At the ninth China International Import Expo, the two companies signed a cooperation agreement for the purchase, marking a renewed partnership after 11 years of collaboration. Sidel’s technology aims to support the packaging production of tea drinks, juices, and electrolyte waters. 
EU’s CEN greenlights new biodegradable packaging standards to support PPWR
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National Members of the European Committee for Standardization (CEN) have approved four new technical specifications related to packaging made from biodegradable plastics. The technical specifications include guidelines for the design of rigid and flexible biodegradable plastic packaging, as well as a recyclability evaluation, under the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) Delegated Act on Design for Recycling, which is set for adoption by January 2028. 
HydroGraph advances graphene-based compound for electronics packaging
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HydroGraph Clean Power will showcase its graphene-carbon black hybrid approach for conductive compounds, relevant for static-sensitive plastic packaging, at the US AMI Plastics World Expo 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio (Nov 11). “Conductive and static-dissipative plastics are already used in packaging where static control matters, such as eElectrostatic discharge (ESD)-safe trays, carrier tape, totes and bags for electronics, and packaging used around flammable powders and solvents. Fractal Graphene is applicable across all of these,” Tom Eldridge, director of Business Development for Commercial and Industrial at HydroGraph, tells Packaging Insights.
Opal opens AU$70M carton packaging facility in Australia
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Opal has opened an AU$70 million (US$48.5 million) carton manufacturing facility in Moorebank, Australia. The move aims to introduce advanced printing technology to the region and enhance local packaging production.Opal, a major recycling, paper, and packaging business in Australia and New Zealand, says that the facility is built to support the company’s food-grade cardboard carton packaging capabilities.  It aims to meet customer demand for locally manufactured, high-quality, and recyclable packaging.
How Roquette and Tetra Pak tackle texture and stability challenges in...
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A ready-to-drink (RTD) beverage can hit its protein target and still fail on texture. As manufacturers raise the grams per serving, they have to manage how thick the drink becomes during production and whether it stays smooth months later. Food Ingredients First speaks with Benjamin Voiry, head of marketing for plant proteins at Roquette, and Vance Sowter, line solution manager, CoE Prepared Food at Tetra Pak, about how protein selection, mixing, and heat treatment can help manufacturers raise protein levels while protecting taste, texture, and shelf stability. Sowter says: “Consumers increasingly want 10 g, 20 g, or even 30 g of protein per serving, but still expect a smooth, enjoyable drink that remains stable for 9–12 months at ambient temperature. As protein concentration increases, it becomes harder to manage thickness, texture, and heat stability.” 
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Webinar preview: FoodChain ID to demonstrate practical PPWR...
FoodChain ID will highlight its food packaging compliance solution targeting the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) in an upcoming webinar hosted by Packaging Insights, titled: “How to achieve PPWR compliance: A practical guide.” During the webinar, packaging manufacturers and converters, brand owners, F&B manufacturers, retailers, importers, and other industry players can gain regulatory and supply-chain insight alongside a practical product demonstration. Registration for the free webinar on November 17 at 3 PM CET is now open.
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EU countries back harmonized end-of-waste criteria for...
EU member states have voted in favor of an EU-wide end-of-waste criteria for recycled plastics during a Technical Adaptation Committee meeting at the European Commission (EC) earlier this week.   The end-of-waste criteria aim to provide legal certainty, create a level playing field across member states, and facilitate the free movement of recycled plastics within the single market, according to the European Waste Management Association (FEAD). 
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Rethinking packaging: How banding can reduce materials,...
Discover how banding can reduce packaging material, simplify processes and support your PPWR strategy. This practical ATS-Tanner technical paper explores applications, material selection, automation and total costs. Use its practical questions and evaluation checklist to assess whether banding suits your products and helps you achieve your packaging and long-term business goals.This Technical Paper is brought to you by ATS-Tanner.

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Trends in AI use for packaging manufacturingOct2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that more manufacturers are launching products in new packaging formats. The growing number of formats, materials, and sustainability requirements is creating mor...

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Sustainable label trends Nov 2026

According to Innova Market Insights data, 70% of consumers globally believe sustainability challenges require immediate action, and 36% think it is very important to address these issues in F&B product packaging. Brands are responding with a wider range of packaging claims, including compostable, recyclable, plant-based, bio-based, and recycled content.

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Freezer-friendly formatsNov 2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that packaging for frozen F&B launches is evolving across materials, formats, and sustainability claims. Europe leads frozen launches at 36%, followed by Asia at 27%. Plastic remains the leading material at 69%, while paper is gaining momentum with a 4% CAGR from October 2021 to September 2026.

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Pack Expo 2026: Engineered Printing Solutions launches ink for molded fiber packaging

Engineered Printing Solutions (EPS) unveiled a high-viscosity water-based inkjet ink for molded fiber packaging at Pack Expo 2026. It is designed to deliver high-quality printing at production speeds, according to executive chairman Ken Stack.  He discusses the shift toward digital printing amid...

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