Taropak 2026 attracted nearly 300 exhibitors
The joint Taropak and Polagra trade fair block attracted more than 8,000 visitors. Nearly 300 exhibitors presented packaging, labelling, food technology and logistics solutions.
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Engel establishes manufacturing site in Serbia
Engel is expanding its European production network with a new facility in Kikinda, Serbia. The site will manufacture machined components, with around 150 employees planned to be recruited during its first three years.
Packaging automation responds to e-commerce growth
The growing scale of online shopping and returns is placing greater demands on logistics. Packaging automation is intended to handle varied orders more efficiently, reduce manual work and accelerate the return of products to sale.
Tosca delivers supply chain visibility with flexible Asset IQ traceability solution
Tosca's Asset IQ service combines active IoT tracking with passive RFID and barcode technologies to monitor reusable containers and pallets. The platform supports asset management across pooling, rental, direct sales and third-party operations.
Labeling-Tech Poland 2026 to be held in November in Nadarzyn
On 17-19 November 2026, Ptak Warsaw Expo will host Labeling-Tech Poland, a trade fair dedicated to labeling technologies. The program includes solutions for marking, product identification, automation and software.
Packaging Poland 2026 at Ptak Warsaw Expo
On 17-19 November 2026, the international Packaging Poland trade fair dedicated to finished packaging will take place at Ptak Warsaw Expo. The event will include an exhibition area and the Finished Packaging Industry Congress.
Utz ID supports traceability of returnable packaging
The Utz ID system links reusable containers and pallets with a digital product passport. The solution is intended to support traceability, environmental data reporting and companies' preparation for PPWR requirements.
Taropak 2026 trade fair returns to Poznań in September
Taropak 2026 will take place on 23–25 September at the Poznań International Fair grounds. The event will be held in parallel with Polagra, covering solutions for packaging, labelling, logistics and automation.
Amcor obtains RecyClass certification for Bontite films
Amcor has obtained RecyClass certification for selected specifications of Bontite Sustane stretch film containing post-consumer recycled content. The solution is intended to support customers preparing for changes to the UK Plastic Packaging Tax from 2027.
The role of pooling in supply chain infrastructure
Tosca indicates that reusable packaging pooling systems are changing the way load carriers are evaluated. They are increasingly being treated as an element of infrastructure affecting operating costs, availability and supply chain reliability.
Neste to invest over EUR 400 million in Porvoo refinery maintenance turnaround
Neste will carry out an approximately nine-week maintenance turnaround at its Porvoo refinery in 2026. The project, valued at more than EUR 400 million, is intended to ensure the plant's safety, availability and competitiveness, without affecting fuel deliveries to customers.
Mosca and Siat expand partnership in packaging
GroupMosca and Siat Group have signed a strategic agreement to develop a joint offering of integrated packaging systems. The cooperation covers key global markets and is intended to combine both companies' technologies into coherent packaging lines.
Tosca on the role of reusable packaging in Europe
Tosca believes reusable packaging is becoming an important part of European supply chain infrastructure. The company points to cost pressure, labour shortages and tightening packaging and packaging waste regulations.
Gerresheimer automates logistics with Mecalux in the USA
Gerresheimer is launching two automated pallet warehouses in Peachtree City supplied by Mecalux. The investment is intended to increase the efficiency, precision and safety of medical products logistics in the North American market.
Hasco Group launches logistics centre near Łódź
Hasco Group has opened a distribution and logistics centre in the Stryków area. The facility is intended to increase the operational capacity of Procefar and improve the distribution of Hasco-Lek pharmaceutical products, including through automated order picking.
Tosca awarded EcoVadis Gold rating for 2026
Tosca received the EcoVadis Gold rating for 2026, placing it among the top 5 percent of highest-rated companies worldwide. The company indicates that growing regulatory and procurement requirements are increasing the importance of measurable environmental and operational performance.
Mondi developed bumper packaging with Ovoko
Mondi and Ovoko have implemented a corrugated packaging solution for transporting car bumpers sold in e-commerce. According to the companies, the new packaging improves product protection and reduces unit packaging costs by up to 42%.
Vecoplan VEZ 3300 e-mobil for mobile shredding
Vecoplan is expanding the VEZ series with the mobile VEZ 3300 e-mobil shredder, designed for changing locations without foundation work. The company highlights a plug-and-play concept, the HiTorc drive, and control and remote service support functions.
Tosca and Cabka launch the CP 1208 circular pallet
Tosca, together with Cabka, has launched the Euro-d Tosca Circular Pallet (CP 1208), designed for automated FMCG supply chains. The solution is intended to support PPWR compliance and a reuse-and-recycling model.
NO.EL. and Colines introduce Safe Track film
NO.EL. and Colines have presented Safe Track, a patented solution that improves the detectability of tampering on pallets secured with stretch film. The technology has been tested in offline configurations and is being evaluated for in-line integration on Colines extrusion lines.
Almeda builds fresh-cut supply chain on reusable packaging
Italian company Almeda has built its fresh-cut logistics from the outset on Tosca’s reusable packaging system, integrating RPC crates across the entire supply chain and combining operational efficiency with circular economy requirements.
Symas & Maintenance trade fairs: technologies for bulk materials and maintenance
The Symas and Maintenance trade fairs in Krakow are key events for the bulk materials processing industry and the maintenance sector. Technologies supporting the efficiency and safety of modern production plants are presented in one place.
Fiordelisi increases logistics efficiency with Tosca packaging
Fiordelisi has implemented Tosca's reusable foldable Active Lock crates, increasing storage capacity, the number of crates per truck, and reducing transport-related emissions.
First exhibitors confirm participation in Taropak 2026
The registration of exhibitors for Taropak 2026 has begun. The first applications include suppliers of packaging technologies, manufacturers of packaging materials and companies specializing in marking and labeling systems.
Iperal optimises fresh logistics with reusable plastic crates
Italian retailer Iperal has overhauled its fresh food supply chain by replacing single-use transport packaging with Tosca’s automation-ready reusable plastic crates, improving pallet stability, operational efficiency and waste reduction.
Haitian soft-opens production plant in Serbia
Haitian has begun ramping up its new facility in Ruma, Serbia with an internal open house, adding local manufacturing, logistics and R&D capacity for the European market. Initial production covers Mars and Jupiter injection molding machine series, with over 50 units built to date.
Mammoet launches Industrial Solutions for European installations
Mammoet has introduced Industrial Solutions, a business offering that consolidates engineering, installation, lifting and transport for large industrial projects across Europe, managed by its German organization. The unit targets sectors including semiconductors, data centers, green chemistry, pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, paper and packaging.
PepsiCo automates Grodzisk warehouse with Mecalux technology
PepsiCo Poland will launch an automated warehouse in Grodzisk Mazowiecki in Q3 2026, using Mecalux solutions. The system will connect production and shipping 24/7 and will be integrated with SAP EWM.
Tosca expands UDP half pallet adoption across Europe
Following broad uptake in the UK, Tosca is extending its reusable plastic UDP half pallet across European retail, citing operational efficiencies, merchandising flexibility and measured sustainability benefits.
Coca-Cola HBC installs Mecalux pallet shuttle in Lisburn
Coca-Cola HBC Ireland and Northern Ireland has deployed a semi-automated Mecalux Pallet Shuttle warehouse in Lisburn, providing high-density storage for 9,000 pallets and stricter inventory control to support distribution across the island of Ireland.
Moretto presents modular storage and raw material control
Moretto outlines a portfolio of storage and handling systems for plastic granules, regrind and flakes, spanning indoor silos, big bag solutions and automated receiving. The equipment integrates with conveying and supports error prevention through barcode, RFID and supervisory controls.
Pronomic to present ergonomic lifting systems at Fachpack 2025
Pronomic will present modular ergonomic lifting and handling solutions for packaging and related industries at Fachpack 2025 in Nuremberg, 23–25 September. Live demonstrations at hall 7, stand 7-621, will include devices enabling one-person handling of loads up to 400 kg.
Lesbats optimises material logistics with Toploader systems
Lesbats Scieries d'Aquitaine has implemented four Vecoplan Toploader systems for storage and in-plant conveying of chips, bark, and sawdust. The solution feeds the pellet line and the boiler house, stabilizing material flow and reducing dust thanks to enclosed conveyors.
Coveris completes €9.5 million upgrade at Halle flexible packaging plant
Coveris has finalized a €9.5 million investment at its Halle facility in Germany, introducing new extrusion, printing, and logistics capabilities to enhance flexible packaging production and sustainability.
Registration starts for exhibitors at interpack 2026
Inspired by the great success of interpack 2023, concrete planning for the trade fair’s next edition scheduled for 07 to 13 May 2026 is under way. About two years before the start of the trade fair, the registration phase has now officially begun.
A real lightweight: Sustainable order picking pallet from Cabka
Sustainable and ergonomic: Cabka introduces nestable and robust Retail E5.3 order picking pallet