Packaging

Stahl acquires packaging coatings manufacturer
Dutch coatings manufacturer Stahl has agreed to acquire Weilburger Graphics, a German manufacturer of varnishes, inks and adhesives.

DS Smith moves closer to International Paper takeover
International Paper has filed a preliminary proxy statement regarding the all-share combination of the business with DS Smith, as the deal moves closer to completion.

Macfarlane confident despite challenging first half
Macfarlane Group has reported decreases in both its sales and pre-tax profit in its half-year results but said it has responded effectively to a challenging period through various means.

DS Smith launches service for businesses to assess recyclability
DS Smith is rolling out a new service for businesses to evaluate the recyclability levels of their packaging.

Coveris steps up security label production to combat shoplifting surge
Packaging manufacturer Coveris has given a major boost to its UK security label production following the recent rise in retail theft.

Brewer pays out £400k-plus over packaging waste failure
Historic Czech brewer Budweiser Budvar has paid £414,000 to charity after failing to register as a producer of packaging for an astonishing 18 years.

DPS Digital merges with sister agency
Digital card specialist DPS Digital has merged with its sister company Intervino to form a full service e-commerce agency.

Power of Print set for packaging focus
The 2024 Power of Print seminar, which is now in its 14th year, will take place at Stationers' Hall in London on 5 November, this year with a strong focus on packaging.

M&S puts garlic baguettes in paper packs
Marks & Spencer is claiming a UK first with a switch to paper-based packing for its garlic baguettes.

Stora Enso supports growth with major funding agreement
Stora Enso has signed a new €435m (£372m) bilateral loan with the European Investment Bank (EIB) to support growth in renewable, fibre-based consumer packaging board.