Preparation for #interpack

🇧🇪🇳🇱 K on Tour in Belgium & the Netherlands – A Strong Exchange of Ideas and Innovation! The latest stop on our K on Tour journey took us to Belgium and the Netherlands, where we were warmly welcomed by our host @Kaneka Belgium NV. An inspiring setting for high-level discussions on the future of the plastics industry and what to expect at K 2025 this October in Düsseldorf. 📍 Highlights from the event: – Presentation on K 2025 by @Thomas Franken, Project Director K and @Oliver Möllenstädt, Managing Director of @Gesamtverband Kunststoffverarbeitende Industrie - GKV – Company insights from @Olivier Renson, Vice President Business at Kaneka – A fascinating tour of the Kaneka site led by @Jean Vandael, Vice President Operations A heartfelt thank you to our representatives @Ody Randsdorp, @Sophia Kartomo, and @Nathalie Verbruggen from @Fairwise bv for their great support and organization on-site. The road to K 2025 continues - and so does our shared ambition to shape a forward-looking, competitive and connected industry. Let’s keep the momentum going!

🎥 Wipotec at interpack 2026: Smart Solutions for a Circular Future 🔄📦 In our latest video at @Circular Valley Convention, @Thomas Krämer, Global Account Manager at Wipotec, shares how the company is combining its core strengths - from dynamic weighing systems to scanning and production technologies - to develop future-ready solutions for the packaging industry. 🚀 At interpack 2026, Wipotec will present its latest developments across all areas of application - showcasing how technology can enable smarter, safer and more sustainable packaging processes. 📺 Watch the full video and get a preview of what’s coming to Düsseldorf! 👇 #interpack2026 #packaging #processing #productinspection #smartpackaging #innovation #circularsolutions #pharma #foodtech #Wipotec

🎉 70 Years of Bag-in-Box: SIG Celebrates a Packaging Milestone 📦🌍 From a bold innovation in 1955 to a high-performance, sustainable packaging system used around the globe - @SIG Group is celebrating 70 years of bag-in-box. Originally invented to safely transport liquids, today’s bag-in-box has evolved into a smart, efficient and recyclable solution for sectors ranging from foodservice and retail to agriculture and industry. ⚙️ With innovations like electric ovens, recycle-ready materials and closed-loop dispensing systems, SIG continues to lead the way toward circular packaging solutions - reducing waste, extending shelf life and increasing product-to-package efficiency. 💬 “Innovation never stops,” says Glenn Wiechman, VP Bag-in-Box at SIG. And with a global footprint and a legacy of pioneering design, the future of packaging is already being shaped - today. A heartfelt thank you to SIG for 70 years of forward-thinking innovation - and for continuing to shape a future where packaging works better.

🎥 Richard Clemens on the Future of Packaging: Inspiring the Next Generation 🌍📦 How do we inspire young talents to shape the future of packaging and processing technology? @Richard Clemens, Managing Director at @VDMA Food Processing and Packaging Machinery, shares his vision: 💡 “Packaging technology is an industry of the future. With two-thirds of machines serving food, pharma and beverage sectors, our solutions ensure safe, high-quality food supply globally - especially crucial in rapidly growing urban areas.” Packaging is more than convenience, it ensures safety, quality and global food security.  Let’s inspire the next generation to drive these vital innovations forward! 🗣️ Our interpack Advisory Board members provide valuable insights into the Hot Topics for 2026 - Smart Manufacturing, Innovative Materials and Future Skills - and help us to shape the future of the packaging and processing industry. 👉 Watch the full video interview! #interpack2026 #packaging #foodprocessing #innovation #futureskills #sustainability #nextgeneration #talent

🇮🇹 Buongiorno from Milan! The interpack team is currently in Italy, @[Katja Tuennissen (MBA)](urn:li:person:r0A_QhzE2S), @Ivania Portillo-Elzer 艾依雯 - MBA , @Deniz Kasapoglu, @Angelika Spies & connecting with some of our most valued exhibitors. Italy is the second-largest exhibitor nation at interpack, and this is reflected in its incredibly strong, innovative and precise packaging and processing industry. From machinery to materials, Italy continues to shape the future of our industry. We’re proud to welcome this excellence back to interpack 2026 in Düsseldorf! Grazie mille to all our Italian partners — ci vediamo presto! 🙌🇮🇹✨

🎥 Timo Fleßner on Rethinking Sustainability in Pharma 💊♻️ In our new video, @Timo Fleßner, Senior Vice President of Pharmaceutical Manufacturing at @Bayer, shares key challenges the pharmaceutical industry must address to drive true circularity and sustainability: 📜 1. Regulatory Alignment – Sustainable innovation requires closer collaboration between pharma companies and regulatory bodies worldwide. 💶 2. Profit vs. Purpose – The industry must rethink short-term profit focus and find a long-term balance where sustainability and business go hand in hand. 🧑‍⚕️ 3. Patient-Centric Perspective – From hospitals to patients, understanding what stakeholders truly need - and are willing to support - is key to making circular solutions viable. 📺 Watch the full video for deeper insights - and we look forward to seeing you at interpack 2026 in Düsseldorf!

⭐️ Unpack the Region’s Opportunities at pacprocess MEA 2025! 🇪🇬 From 9 to 12 December 2025, the Egypt International Exhibition Center in Cairo will once again host @pacprocess Middle East and Africa, the leading exhibition for processing, packaging and printing in the Middle East and Africa, taking place in parallel with @Food Africa, the biggest food and beverages exhibition in Africa. With over 1,000 exhibitors and 31,000 visitors from more than 140 countries, the event offers direct access to one of the fastest-growing markets worldwide - including a Hosted Buyers Program with 500+ decision-makers. 🇩🇪 For German companies: Join the official German Pavilion and benefit from attractive funding and a strong presence. Registration is open until 28 August 2025: https://bit.ly/4j6IKEN 🌐 New in 2025: We’re introducing the International Pavilion for individual exhibitors, offering a premium stand design, full-service package and access to an exclusive lounge with snacks and drinks. For further Infos, please contact our colleague Katja. Whether you're looking to expand your footprint, discover the latest solutions, or engage with industry leaders — this is the place to be! Get all the Infos here: https://bit.ly/3Sf4X8S

125 Years of Expertise Meets Innovation – Hebenstreit at interpack 2026 In our latest video, @Sebastian Schmieade from @HEBENSTREIT GmbH shares how the company combines deep tradition with cutting-edge technology to deliver turnkey wafer and snack extrusion solutions worldwide. 🔌 Energy efficiency is more crucial than ever - Hebenstreit’s electric baking ovens offer a powerful, sustainable alternative to gas systems, helping customers reduce costs and optimize energy usage. 🛠️ Built to last: With robust machinery, high automation standards and minimal maintenance needs, Hebenstreit systems deliver long-term value and reliability. 📦 As a proud part of interpack’s history from the very beginning, Hebenstreit sees the fair as a global meeting point for industry leaders, innovation and future collaborations. 📍 Watch the video to hear why interpack 2026 is the place to reconnect, explore new ideas and shape future projects - together. See you in Düsseldorf!