interpack 2026 sends a global signal for the industry

interpack 2026 sent a clear signal: the packaging industry is more closely connected, more innovative and more dialogue-oriented than ever before. This momentum was immediately visible in the exhibition halls. High visitor traffic, intensive discussions and a consistent international presence shaped the atmosphere. Everywhere, it was possible to experience the determination with which companies are working on solutions for the future. Ideas were discussed, tested and decisions were made. The entire value chain was presented in live.

Closing the loop: How Clariant is enabling circular plastic

Séval Schichtel, Sales and Business Development Manager, Ethylene, and Sebastian Lars Löscher, Business Development Manager, Purification, recently sat down with Kristina Morgan, Global Marketing Manager, Petrochemicals, at Clariant, to discuss how we’re enabling a circular economy where plastics are continuously reused rather than ending up in landfills, incinerators, or the environment.

Keep it cool with Lotus Pod metal applicator

Senior Category Specialist Mateia Crippa explains the move into metal: “Lotus Pod represents a new technology platform among our patented applicators. By expanding beyond flocked tips into metallic designs, we are responding to customer demand for cold-touch solutions that enhance the formula, as well as the user experience. And by matching it with our Skin-Up Bottle, we are leveraging our most popular glass bottle to extend functionality and choice.”

Girls Who Print Announces 2025 Award Winners and Introduces New Career Development Framework for 2026

Girls Who Print (GWP), a nonprofit organization and the world’s largest network dedicated to advancing the careers of women in the print and graphic communications industry, is pleased to announce the winners of the 2025 Girls Who Print Awards following its annual global conference held on November 13.