Facts and data

Constantly evolving, modern, usable in many types of packaging thanks to its inherent versatility, flexible converter packaging shows itself capable of adapting to the ever-changing needs of a society where change travels fast. Adaptability therefore becomes fundamental to remain competitive.

The sustainable packaging company has announced large-scale investments in new production facilities. The new Italian plant located in the Emilia Romagna region will be ready within the next two to three years and will give a big boost to the region’s economy.

Analysis of development trends on the global market as of 2022/2024: from key countries to competitive scenarios, products and materials according to Mecs - Centro Studi Ucima (data updated to October 2020).

Following a €70 million investment focused on the Ortona factory and 60 new hires, the group’s pasta production is set to reach 250 million kg.

The Antares Vision Group continues with its strategy of integrating the most innovative inspection technologies. Applied Vision, the U.S. based multinational acquired, is a world leader in machine vision systems for the Food & Beverage industry.

La multinazionale svizzera Robatech, specializzata in soluzioni per l’applicazione di adesivi, rinuncia a esporre sia a interpack (fiera internazionale del packaging) sia a drupa (fiera internazionaledell’industria grafica), programmate rispettivamente a febbraio e aprile 2021.

The European container glass industry, represented by the federation FEVE, is launching a new hallmark that manufacturers will be able to display on their packaging to communicate the health and environmental benefits of glass.

The preliminary figures from the MECS-Ucima Research Department reveal a slowdown for the sector. Small falls in both domestic sales (-6.8%) and exports (-4.5%).

Since the effects of the pandemic, with consequent travel restrictions and partial closures, do not suggest improvements in the short term, on 11 December Koelnmesse announced the postponement of Anuga FoodTec in 2022.

Henkel and Greiner Packaging have received a special distinction in the Eco-Friendly Company Philosophy category of the World Packaging Organisation’s Green Packaging Award 2020 for their innovative and sustainable packaging solution for Persil 4in1 Discs.

The US private equity fund KKR has formalised the closing of its investment in CMC Machinery (Città di Castello, PG), a leading Italian producer of automated packaging solutions.

The Chilean company Ideal SA, part of the Mexico-based Grupo Bimbo since 1992, has announced the construction of a large plant for the production and packaging of bread and tortillas in the municipality of Chillán Viejo (18,700 m2 on a 4.6 hectare site).

PAI Partners has acquired the UK refrigerated food manufacturers Addo Food Group and Winterbotham Darby from LDC and Equistone.

With the aim of converting waste into a resource that generates positive environmental, social and economic value, Aldi is launching a packaging waste management campaign called Missione Im-ballo with targets through to 2025.

Nestlé USA has officially acquired the innovative New York-based startup Freshly, a market leader in the preparation and delivery of healthy ready meals at affordable prices.

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Kraft Heinz has reported a strong Q3 2020 performance across all six business units, including 6.3% growth in consolidated net sales to US $6.44 billion. The good results of the retail and e-commerce channels have offset the contraction in the foodservice sector.

TIPA®, a world-leading Israeli company operating in the compostable packaging sector, is expanding into the Italian market with the hire of a new sales director.

In an effort to expand its presence in North America, Barentz International (the Netherlands), one of the leading distributors of ingredients and additives for the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, human food and animal feed sectors, has entered into an agreement to acquire the Ohio-based chemicals and ingredients supplier Maroon Group.

The new Innovation Centre devoted to research and development of new technologies has been opened at the Multisectoral and Technological Services Centre (CSMT) in Brescia. The aim is to raise the bar for innovation and encourage development and continuous improvement.