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The Krones Group is consolidating the market presence of its process technology portfolio under the Krones Processing brand. The companies, teams and areas of expertise within the existing organisation will remain unchanged.
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.
At drinktec India 2026, Sidel will present solutions for PET blow moulding, digital production management and secondary packaging. The technologies on display will include EvoBLOW Laser, the Evo-ON suite and EvoFilm Stretch.
Synergy will present PET packaging production, blowing and filling technologies at drinktec India 2026. The solutions discussed will include the LBP low-pressure blowing system, the integrated Synergy Combi line and the SR 8 machine.
At Pack Expo International 2026, Sidel will present the compact RoboAccess_Pal S palletising system and solutions for blow moulding, aseptic production, pasteurisation and digital optimisation of packaging lines.
KHS will present turnkey plant engineering for changing beverage portfolios at BrauBeviale. Its exhibits will include resource-efficient bottle washing, high-output can filling and seaming, and digital life cycle support.
Interpack China 2026 will present processing and packaging solutions for eight end-user sectors. The programme will focus on sustainable and smart packaging as well as advances in automation.
Messe Düsseldorf and FENAGRI will organise Morocco Food World in autumn 2027. The trade fair will connect the Moroccan food industry with suppliers of processing and packaging technologies, materials and services.
Arpanon has introduced a 600 ml PET bottle weighing nine grams for its Sendai brand. Developed by Sidel, the packaging reduced bottle weight by approximately 30% and electricity consumption per unit of production by 50%.
Wosana has started up a second KHS filling line for mineral and spring water at its Turów plant. The investment, worth more than PLN 50 million, is expected to ultimately double the facility's production capacity.
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.
Sidel has introduced the Cermex RoboSelex system for collating and arranging bottles ahead of case packing. It handles up to 320 products per minute, including lightweight, asymmetric, tapered and narrow-base bottles.
Krones will show process, filling, packaging and digital solutions for breweries at BrauBeviale 2026. The company will focus on alcohol-free beer production, resource efficiency and flexible handling of glass and PET packaging.
The Taropak International Trade Fair will take place in Poznań on 23–25 September 2026. Professionals who register online by 7 September will be able to attend the event free of charge.
At PPMA 2026, Sidel will present a single-contractor approach to the design, integration and servicing of packaging lines. The company will focus on operational efficiency, flexibility and end-of-line solutions.
GEA has introduced Changeover Assist, a digital application for standardized product and recipe changeovers on SmartControl-based machines. The software is intended to reduce operator errors, product waste and unplanned downtime.
KHS USA will show filling and packaging technologies for the North American beverage market at Pack Expo in Chicago. The presentation will focus on resource efficiency, recyclable PET solutions, digital services and line performance.
Pano Verschluss GmbH has installed five Sacmi PMA machines for PVC-free annular liners in metal closures. The company reports benefits in liner quality, packaging safety, cleanliness and process reliability.
Competek offers an integrated line conversion service for FMCG manufacturers. The solution is intended to simplify packaging format changes, reduce downtime and support the optimisation of existing equipment.
Krones increased order intake and improved profitability in the first half of 2026. The company confirmed its full-year guidance despite macroeconomic uncertainty and currency translation effects.
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.
KHS received the EcoVadis platinum rating for the second consecutive year. The company improved its score to 89 out of 100 points and maintained its position among the top 1% of highest-rated companies worldwide.
Multivac has selected Teamcenter software from the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio as its strategic PLM system. The solution is intended to connect engineering and manufacturing and support further digitalization of product development and lifecycle management.
The organisers of interpack have announced a new date and a shortened schedule for the 2029 edition. The trade fair will take place from 10 to 15 June and will run for six days, from Sunday to Friday.
ThaiNamthip has installed a Sidel Hydra Ultrasonic bottle washer at its Pathumthani plant. It is the first installation of this system in Asia, aimed at improving washing performance while reducing the consumption of water, energy and chemicals.
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.
Carlsberg, in cooperation with DS Smith and KHS, is introducing a cardboard multipack for bottles with rounded edges to the Polish market. The solution is intended to improve brand visibility, reduce material use and lower the carbon footprint without significant changes to existing packaging lines.
Thai Coconut has implemented a complete aseptic PET line from Sidel for the production of still and carbonated coconut beverages. The installation is intended to increase production flexibility, meet export requirements and reduce resource consumption.
At ProPak Asia 2026, Sidel will present technologies for production lines, digital solutions and systems for multi-format packaging. The showcase will include EvoBLOW Laser, Aseptic Predis X4 and the Synergy low-pressure blowing kit.
At ProPak Asia 2026, Synergy will present integrated PET packaging solutions for the water and soft drinks sector. The portfolio includes the Combi system, the SR 8 blow moulder and digital tools supporting production stability.
After interpack 2026, the organisers published an event summary together with comments from company and industry association representatives. The statements focused mainly on automation, materials, digitalisation, the PPWR and the raw materials situation.
This year's edition of interpack brought together 2,804 exhibitors from 65 countries and visitors from 161 nations. The trade fair in Düsseldorf showed that the transformation of the processing and packaging industry is already being implemented in technologies, materials and processes.
KHS is developing a holistic line strategy for the beverage and food industries, addressing cost pressure, the shortage of skilled workers and growing regulatory requirements. The company emphasizes flexibility, automation and solutions that reduce material consumption.
Krones started 2026 with a 5.3% increase in order intake to EUR 1.512 billion and confirmed its full-year financial targets. The company maintained an improved EBITDA margin despite lower reported revenue due to currency translation effects.
Carlsberg, DS Smith and KHS have launched a cardboard multipack with rounded corners based on Arcwise technology. First introduced in Poland, the solution is intended to combine stronger shelf impact, lower material use and production on existing machines.
KHS has expanded the Innopack Kisters Advanced series with the BottleClip Carrier solution, enabling stable multipacks of PET bottles with a cardboard carrying handle. The new option is intended to increase packaging flexibility, reduce energy consumption and address growing regulatory requirements.