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9 companies behind pharmaceutical packaging in India
A tablet's journey to a patient starts well before the pharmacy shelf. Someone makes the glass, the stopper, the foil and the tube, and in India a small group of companies, both homegrown and multinational, supply much of it. Here is who they are and what each one makes. Glass vials and sterile containers PGP Glass Limited is a global specialist in design, production, and decoration of glass packaging.
Gallus and HEIDELBERG Unveil New Gallus Flexomaster Press at LOUPE India 2026, Underscoring Commitment to Indian Market
Swiss engineering and local production combined to meet the needs of the Indian market, prioritizing performance, reliability and value LOUPE show-floor presentation demonstrates the company's connected portfolio of presses, software, consumables and service driving efficient production into new application areas Chennai and St. Gallen, 29 October 2026 – Gallus Group, a subsidiary of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG), and a global leader in label printing technology, today unveils...
Verista Announces Appointment of Michael Laferrera as Chief Executive Officer
Verista, a leading provider of automation, compliance, and quality solutions for the life sciences industry, announces the appointment of Michael J. Laferrera as Chief Executive Officer, bringing to the role a dynamic and purposeful leadership style shaped by more than 35 years of proven success in the competitive healthcare industry.
WELTEC BIOPOWER at EnergyDecentral: 25 Years of Experience and New Business Areas
Vechta, October 2026 – WELTEC BIOPOWER celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2026 and will showcase proven technologies and new energy solutions at EnergyDecentral. From 10 to 13 November, the Vechta-based company will present its comprehensive portfolio of biogas and biomethane plants, alongside slurry and digestate treatment technologies, in Hanover.
Time-Tested VpCI® Paper Helps Ammunition Manufacturers Fight Corrosion
Corroded ammunition is no joke, either for the manufacturer who wants to sell like-new shells or the end user who wants to fire them safely without damaging firearms. However, tropical environments or even fluctuating humidity in shipping and storage conditions around the globe can attack even brass plated shells in sheltered environments.
Nuon Medical Unveils the Skin Factory
Analyze, formulate, create: three simple steps behind an entirely new concept designed to produce a fully personalized hydrogel mask. With the SKIN FACTORY, Nuon Medical turns skin data into a bespoke, on-demand skincare treatment. Drawing on its technological expertise in the beauty industry, Nuon Medical is taking the consumer experience one step further with a truly personalized solution.
From Maharashtra’s Forests to the World Stage: Shabari Naturals Honored in Prime Minister’s Mann Ki Baat
In Episode 139 of Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spotlighted Shabari Naturals, celebrating our 2026 Japan Good Design Award with the entire nation. Rooted in Maharashtra’s forests, our brand was built on a simple belief: indigenous design, tribal art, and community-crafted products belong on the global stage. Having that vision championed today by the Prime Minister himself is a proud moment for our entire community.
BC Jindal Group's Jindal (India) Limited Achieves 1.6 MTPA Downstream Steel Capacity with Successful CGL-5 Revamp
New Delhi, 27th October 2026: Jindal (India) Limited, part of the BC Jindal Group and one of the leading downstream steel products manufacturers in the country, has announced the successful commissioning of its revamped Continuous Galvanizing Line (CGL-5) at its Ranihati facility in West Bengal, following an investment of INR 50 crore. The revamp has increased the line's production capacity by 51 percent, from 590 tonnes per day to 889 tonnes per day.
HERMA Self-adhesive Division Marks a Breakthrough for Wash-off: Certified for the First Time for Cold Wash-off in PP Recycling
HERMA is believed to be the first company to receive certificates for PP and PE self-adhesive materials that confirm the wash-off function for rigid PP packaging in cold-water washing. The demanding PP recycling process thus enables cleaner recyclates, as labels – along with any interfering printing ink – are reliably removed. The range of HERMA self-adhesive materials certified by cyclos-HTP comprises six PP films and one PE film, covering all standard market applications.
Amcor to showcase responsible and scalable packaging solutions at Privel 2026
ZURICH, 27th October, 2026 — Amcor (NYSE: AMCR, ASX: AMC), a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions, will demonstrate how its extensive packaging portfolio, technical expertise, sustainability guidance and global reach can support private-label manufacturers, co-packers and retailers at Privel 2026, taking place Nov. 4-5 at Ifema Madrid. Visitors can meet Amcor experts on stand 14B03.
Hydropac launches new EcoCool® paper-fibre box liner to insulate and cushion cold chain products
Temperature-controlled packaging specialist Hydropac (www.hydropac.co.uk), has launched EcoCool, an insulated box liner that brings thermal insulation and cushioning protection together in one single product. The new paper-fibre liner is an alternative to traditional insulation such as polystyrene, loose paper fill, cotton, jute and wool and is available for use inside 10", 12" and 14" cubed box systems. EcoCool's unique structure is designed to absorb shock and keep its shape in transit.
Mespack Brings the New HKE SC Series to PACK EXPO: Ultra-Fast Changeovers and High-Speed Pre-Made Pouch Production in a Compact Footprint
The next generation of Mespack's electronic vertical carousel technology delivers up to 225 pouches per minute with outstanding pouch stability Ultra Quick Changeover technology enables format changes in as little as one minute, supported by the Athena digital ecosystem Santa Perpètua de Mogoda, Barcelona (Spain), October 14th – Mespack, a leading international manufacturer of innovative and sustainable flexible and turnkey packaging solutions, will present the HKE SC Series at PACK EXPO...
Industry leaders and former Trailblazers confirmed for 2027 awards judging panels
Senior figures from IOM3, Nestlé, Asda, Lavazza Coffee, and across the packaging industry will select the Future Trailblazer Class of 2027, alongside a dedicated panel that recognises the mentors helping emerging talent thrive.
What makes a Trailblazer? The judges' thoughts
What separates someone who excels at their job from a genuine Trailblazer? Four judges of the Future Trailblazer Awards explore why fresh thinking, curiosity and the ability to inspire change can matter more than experience or groundbreaking invention. There is a temptation, when we talk about trailblazers, to picture the inventor. The person who tears up the rulebook, creates something nobody has seen before and leaves everyone else wondering why they did not think of it first.
Silgan Dispensing partners with Guerlain to launch the Longevity Concentrate
Press release, October 13 Guerlain set exceptionally high standards for the new Longevity Concentrate's packaging: it needed to reflect the product's value through its aesthetics, practicality, technical performance and ergonomics, while also supporting refilling and ensuring full compatibility with the formula.
Packaging pioneers take top honours as Margaret Bates and M&S triumph at London Packaging Week
Former PackUK chief receives Lifetime Achievement Award for her contribution to the circular economy, while M&S is named Packaging Team of the Year for combining creativity, customer experience and sustainability at scale. Margaret Bates, who led the establishment of the UK's packaging extended producer responsibility (pEPR) scheme administrator, and Marks & Spencer have been recognised for their contributions to the packaging industry at the London Packaging Week Innovation Awards 2026.
Royal Swinkels and Ardagh Metal Packaging unlock new opportunities for alcohol-free wine
Luxembourg (September 7, 2026) – Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP) has partnered with Royal Swinkels on the launch of BarLoca. An alcohol-free wine in AMP's dedicated 250 ml wine can. BarLoca is made from Southern Italian wine and dealcoholised at Royal Swinkels' brewery in Lieshout.
Meraxis subsidiary strengthens business in Italy: Barbara Gonzini takes over management of Fournier Polymers Italy
Muri b. Bern/Schweiz, 6 October 2026 – Barbara Gonzini is the new Managing Director Italy at Fournier Polymers. Effective immediately, she is taking the lead of the company's Italian business. Fournier Polymers is part of globally active polymer distributor Meraxis and aims to further expand its position in the Italian polymer distribution market. Italy is one of Europe's largest polymer markets, but is also highly fragmented.
Siegwerk advances deinking solutions to support high-quality plastic recycling with a newly granted European patent
Siegburg, Germany – 20 October 2026 — Siegwerk, one of the leading global providers of printing inks and coatings for packaging applications and labels, has secured a new European patent, marking another step in its development of deinking solutions for plastic packaging recycling (EP4107326).
Asahi Kasei Strengthens Carbon Footprint Transparency for Acrylonitrile Production with Independent Third-Party Verification
TOKYO – October 20, 2026 — Tongsuh Petrochemical, a wholly owned South Korean subsidiary of diversified global company Asahi Kasei, has obtained the “Reasonable Assurance” verification for the Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) of acrylonitrile (AN).
Packaging Innovations & Empack 2027 opens registration with focus on turning innovation into action
The UK packaging and processing community will return to the NEC Birmingham on 24 & 25 February 2027, with a renewed focus on helping brands and manufacturers turn promising ideas into practical, scalable solutions. Registration has opened for Packaging Innovations & Empack 2027, the UK’s largest packaging and processing event, as the industry prepares to return to the NEC Birmingham on 24 & 25 February for two days focused on turning innovation into practical progress.
Shilp Gravures Expands Manufacturing Footprint with New Bengaluru Facility, Strengthening Presence in South India
Bengaluru, 06 October 2026 — Shilp Gravures Limited, a leading manufacturer of gravure cylinders and engraving solutions, has expanded its manufacturing footprint with the establishment of its Unit-II facility in Bengaluru, Karnataka, strengthening its presence in South India. The expansion marks an important step in Shilp Gravures’ long-term growth strategy, bringing its manufacturing capabilities closer to customers in the region.
Chicopee expands rMicrofibre portfolio with 100% recycled disposable and reusable solutions for every cleaning environment
Issue Date: 15th October 2026 Chicopee®, a Magnera brand and leading manufacturer of professional cleaning wipes, is launching today its expanded rMicrofibre range, introducing a wider portfolio of 100% recycled microfibre solutions designed to help customers meet the differing hygiene and operational requirements of modern cleaning environments.
namasté packaging 17 October 2026
LATEST NEWS Sun Chemical launches next-generation GIO-compliant SolarFlex FSP UV flexo inks Sun Chemical launches its next-generation SolarFlex FSP UV flexographic ink range, providing label and packaging manufacturers with a food-compliant solution that meets evolving regulatory requirements while delivering the productivity, print quality and low migration performance demanded by the packaging market.The newly upgraded SolarFlex FSP formulation meets or surpasses the requirements of th...
BW Packaging to Launch Perpetua at PACK EXPO 2026
BW Packaging will introduce Perpetua by BW Packaging at PACK EXPO International 2026, bringing together its automation and integration expertise under a dedicated brand focused on helping manufacturers solve complex operational challenges and create enduring value across their operations. "Manufacturers today are navigating constant change," said Rachana Creeth, President, BW Packaging.
Sustainability is not a trend – it is corporate responsibility embedded in every facet of the business
The SÜDPACK Group continues to make consistent progress in implementing its Sustainability Strategy for 2030. Its newly published sixth Sustainability Report, covering 2024 and 2025, presents the film manufacturer's latest projects and initiatives, documents measurable progress in almost all areas of action, and demonstrates its continued commitment to advancing sustainability.
Winpak Marks World Food Day 2026: "Innovate Today. Nourish Tomorrow."
World Food Day 2026 This year's theme, "Innovate today. Nourish tomorrow", is both relevant and applicable for Winpak. In line with the Food and Agriculture Organization's (FAO) theme, Winpak uses innovation and technology to advance packaging solutions and supply chains while also safeguarding the planet for future generations. Winpak's own vision is to "provide the best packaging solutions for people and planet", in direct support of this year's World Food Day theme.
Amcor builds on more than a century of cheese foil packaging expertise with investment in Froges, France
ZURICH, October 1, 2026 — Amcor (NYSE: AMCR, ASX: AMC), a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions, has invested several million euros in a new production line at its Froges site in South-East of France, now home to Amcor's fastest cheese foil lacquering line. The Froges site employs approximately 125 people and has been part of the region's industrial landscape for more than 100 years.
Sealed Air Expands Specialty Foam Manufacturing Capacity
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 15, 2026 — Sealed Air, a global leader in protective packaging, today announced it has expanded closed-cell polyethylene foam manufacturing capacity at its Madera, California, facility. The investment expands Sealed Air's specialty foam footprint in Madera and strengthens the company's ability to support fabricators, distributors and end users across North America and Latin America through its U.S.-based manufacturing network.
Hunter Luxury makes it two in a row at UK Packaging Awards with Halo MK1
Jack Daniel's x McLaren Halo MK1 wins Limited Edition Packaging of the Year, following Hunter Luxury's victory with the Hendrick's Whimsical Watering Can in 2025. Hunter Luxury has secured back-to-back victories at the UK Packaging Awards after the Jack Daniel's x McLaren Halo MK1 Limited Edition was named Limited Edition Packaging of the Year 2026.
Sontara launches sustainable printing range with first Fogra-certified rPET ABC washcloth
Professional wipes specialist Sontara®, a Magnera brand, has launched a new sustainable printing range for the offset printing industry. The range includes Sontara® Sustainable PrintMaster, the first rPET-based ABC washcloth to achieve Fogra certification, and Sontara® Sustainable PrintClean for manual cleaning applications.
Faster response to individual customer needs: SÜDPACK strengthens its flexographic printing capabilities
Exceptional print quality, high performance, intelligent automation, and optimized workflows: SÜDPACK’s Competence Center for flexo printing in Kłobuck, Poland, has invested in an innovative, high-performance flexo print system. The new machine went into operation in September. In addition to advanced automation and performance, it offers maximum flexibility and efficiency, extensive digital capabilities, and improved ergonomics for employees.
Interview with Rhiannon Mauala, Founder - easyamends®
Could you briefly describe your professional journey and current role in the packaging industry? I’ve spent more than 30 years in print and packaging, and I learned the industry from the ground up. I started as a plate maker at 16, when the industry was still very hands-on. From there, I moved through prepress, step-and-repeat, finished art, retouching, packaging design, QA, colour management, packaging production, production management and team leadership.
Interview with Paulo Ferraz Pires Neto, R&D Packaging Innovation Lead Latin America and Global Packaging Gums & Candies - Mondelez International
Name: Paulo Ferraz Pires Neto Designation: R&D Packaging Innovation Lead Latin America and Global Packaging Gums & Candies Organization: Mondelez International Questions Could you briefly describe your professional journey and current role in the packaging industry? Hi, I'm Paulo Pires Neto, 40 years old, based in Curitiba in southern Brazil — with a background in Industrial Design and a postgraduate degree in Design Thinking, which fundamentally shaped how I see problems and approach solutions.
Laser Technology in Packaging: Cutting, Scoring, Perforating and Welding
The Laser Toolbox Reshaping Modern Packaging Lasers are often associated with one familiar job on the packaging line: marking a date code or batch number on a box. That is only one part of their potential. Across cutting, perforating, scoring, scribing and marking, laser systems are being used as flexible digital tools for packaging converting and production.
Vacuum Barrier Corporation to Showcase Advanced Liquid Nitrogen Delivery Solutions at SEMICON West
VBC's SEMIFLEX® vacuum-jacketed piping, Triax piping and phase separation technologies support LN₂ requirements across semiconductor manufacturing. Woburn, MA – Vacuum Barrier Corporation, a leader in the design, engineering, and fabrication of liquid nitrogen dosing and piping systems, will showcase solutions engineered for semiconductor manufacturing at SEMICON West, October 13–15 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco. VBC will exhibit at Booth 5371.
Element Logic and Ranpak Announce Strategic Global Partnership
Partnership combines warehouse automation expertise and packaging automation technology to create greater value for customers. CONCORD TOWNSHIP, Ohio — Ranpak Holdings Corp. (NYSE: PACK) and Element Logic have entered a strategic global partnership focused on integrating Ranpak's sustainable end-of-line packaging automation into Element Logic warehouse solutions.
Amcor to present future-ready approach for food and drink packaging at CibusTec
ZURICH, September 29, 2026 — Amcor (NYSE: AMCR, ASX: AMC), a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions, will head to food and drink technology show CibusTec 2026 showcasing its leadership in sustainability, performance, and consumer-focused packaging. The exhibition runs from Oct 27-30 at Fiere di Parma, Italy, and Amcor will highlight its broad portfolio across rigid packaging, closures and specialty formats for food and beverage.
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Silgan Dispensing Unveils Melodie Pirouette SNI 13 for Molded Glass
MONACO, France, September 25, 2026 — At LUXE PACK Monaco, Silgan Dispensing is introducing its Melodie Pirouette SNI 13 pump for molded glass, an innovative solution designed to create new growth opportunities in the fragrance market by enabling perfume houses to extend luxury fragrance packaging across a full range of refillable molded glass formats.
Nuon Medical Continues to Innovate Closer to Real-World Applications
Driven by increasingly on-the-go lifestyles and ever more targeted skincare formulas, Nuon Medical is developing combined solutions shaped by the projects of brands that have made its concepts their own. At Luxe Pack Monaco, here is a selection of what's new. Closely aligned with emerging skincare routines in which beauty tech is finding its place with consumers, Nuon Medical's innovation moves ever closer to how people actually use it.
Edwards and King's College London Collaboration Recognised Through Visiting Professorship
BURGESS HILL, WEST SUSSEX, UK (September 2026) – Andrew Chew, Principal Scientist in the Scientific Vacuum Division of Edwards, Part of Atlas Copco Group, has been appointed Visiting Professor of Physics at King's College London. The appointment was awarded by the Faculty of Natural, Mathematical & Engineering Sciences in recognition of his international leadership in vacuum science, his contributions to the Department of Physics and his ongoing engagement with the wider university.
PharmaXcelerate – Building Resilient Pharma, Biotech Facilities & Quality Systems 2027
PharmaXcelerate – Building Resilient Pharma, Biotech Facilities & Quality Systems will take place on 18–20 January 2027 in Dubai, UAE, bringing together senior pharmaceutical and biotech professionals, manufacturing and quality leaders, engineering experts, regulators and solution providers from across the region and beyond.
London Packaging Week 2026 brings blockbuster edition to a close with insight-packed final day
London Packaging Week 2026 has closed its doors for another year, but not before thousands of attendees enjoyed a blockbuster second day that included the Talking Rubbish podcast, a Women in Packaging networking event, and the renowned Innovation Awards ceremony. The second day of London Packaging Week built on the event’s theme of ‘Discovery’, finishing with a flourish and marking another remarkable year of growth for the show.
Markem-Imaje Celebrates 20 Years of Collaboration with Italian Snack Institution Amica Chips
Amica Chips was born to reflect the bond of friendship and the memories that make us smile: happiness, time spent together, and the joy of good company. It is that festive spirit that potato chips awaken in all of us with every crunch. Those same emotions continue to inspire the company every day. For its founder and staff, potato chips are just like friends: you can never have enough of them. Says Oscar Moratti, Amica Chips’ General Manager: “My dad built Amica Chips in 1990.
Sabert Europe Launches Its Largest-Ever Product Portfolio in New Catalogue
“We don’t just have more products. We also have the people, knowledge, technology and scale to help customers simplify sourcing, accelerate innovation and support their growth.” Sabert Corporation Europe has released its new catalogue, showcasing the company’s most comprehensive portfolio to date, following the integration of Colpac, continued product development and ongoing investment in innovation.
Vacuum Barrier Corporation to Highlight Cryogenic LN₂ Solutions for Pharmaceutical and Biotech Applications at ISPE Gillette
VBC's SEMIFLEX® and Triax piping technologies provide reliable low-pressure liquid nitrogen delivery for cryogenic preservation and other critical life sciences applications. Woburn, MA – Vacuum Barrier Corporation (VBC), a leader in the design, engineering, and fabrication of liquid nitrogen dosing and piping systems, will showcase solutions for pharmaceutical and biotechnology applications at ISPE Gillette, October 7 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
SCHOTT Pharma and Nemera Launch First Fully Compatible Large-Volume Passive Safety System with Prefillable Glass Syringe
Lyon, France, September 22, 2026 — SCHOTT Pharma, a pioneer in drug containment solutions and delivery systems, and Nemera, a world-leading provider of drug delivery device solutions and combination product services, have introduced the industry’s first passive safety system featuring a 5.5 ml prefillable glass syringe.
L’Atelier Parfum and Segede Execute a 100% Made in France Upmarket Shift
When L’Atelier Parfum stamps its free-spirited mark on the perfume industry by choosing to add value to its packaging, it entrusts Segede with converting its wooden cap to zamak—from the mold and its engraving to the decoration crafted in France and juice compatibility testing.
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