Mondi Wins Ten Prestigious Worldstar Awards For Innovative Packaging Solutions

• Mondi’s award-winning products include a paper bag without free film, TopLockBox, Eco-Cage and Bumperpac – serving customers in the eCommerce, industrial and consumer industries.
• The WorldStar Global Packaging Awards recognise packaging innovations on a global stage, attracting 550 entries from 40 countries in 2025.

Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, is proud that ten of its innovative products have received WorldStar Packaging Awards 2025. The awards, organised annually by the World Packaging Organisation, celebrate outstanding achievements in packaging design and technology across the globe.

Markus Gärtner, CEO Corrugated Packaging at Mondi says: “We are proud to mark a milestone in 2025 with Mondi receiving more WorldStar awards than ever before. This broad recognition across our regions highlights the strength of partnerships with our customers and the creativity and collaborative efforts of our teams. These awards inspire us to keep pushing boundaries and deliver even more innovative solutions.”

Thomas Ott, CEO Flexible Packaging at Mondi, commented: “These awards underline Mondi’s commitment to driving innovation and sustainability in packaging. By closely collaborating with our customers and partners, we ensure our solutions deliver on functionality while keeping materials in circulation and avoiding waste. The recognition by the World Packaging Organisation is a testament to the dedication of our teams and our collective focus on creating value through packaging that supports a circular economy.”

The WorldStar 2025 Awards Ceremony will take place on 30 May 2025 in Milan, Italy. The Awards are among the most prestigious accolades in the packaging industry, recognising innovation that addresses critical challenges and delivers exceptional value. Mondi’s success in 2025 underscores its role as a pioneer in sustainable packaging solutions.Mondi’s 2025 WorldStar Award winners:

Paper bag without free film, Other category

Eco-Cage, Food category

Lunch Box, Food category

Doorbell Guard, Electronics category

Bumperpac, Transit category

Product protection for premium parasols, Transit category

BeerCoolBox, Packaging Materials and Components category

Display-Guard, Point of Sale category

TopLockBox, E-Commerce category

Bottle Protector, Other category

Further details on the award-winning packaging innovations:

 Paper bag without free film

Mondi’s paper bag without free film layer is an innovative solution in industrial packaging, designed to protect filling goods like building materials, chemicals and feeds. It significantly reduces the plastic content by replacing the free film layer with a coated barrier paper. The bag is certified recyclable based on tests conducted in Mondi’s recycling laboratory in Frantschach according to CEPI v.2 test method and 4evergreen’s fibre-based packaging recyclability evaluation protocol and scored 19 out of 20 points in the certification of Interseroh+.

Eco-Cage

Eco-Cage is a basket made of corrugated packaging, designed to reduce plastic waste and enhance fruit freshness through ventilation holes. Its lightweight yet strong design ensures durability, making it an ideal choice for supermarkets, farmers’ markets and homes. A significant advantage of Eco-Cage is its flat transport capability, allowing for over 2,000 baskets per pallet. The carrying handle is reinforced with tape to ensure sufficient load capacity.

Lunch Box

The Lunch Box is equipped with security seals that break when the package is opened. This feature not only prevents accidental openings but also provides consumers with confidence that their meal has remained untouched and unopened from preparation to delivery. The lunch box has a handle that allows the consumer to easily lift and carry the meal, but it can also be folded to stack a few packages during delivery. The Lunch Box also has an integrated waste basket so that waste can be placed in it and easily disposed of when sorting waste after eating. This solution is formed without the use of glue, tape or staples.

Doorbell Guard

Doorbell Guard is a smart packaging solution made from corrugated material, designed for premium electronics combining functionality and aesthetics. The outer body of the packaging ensures optimal transport protection, while the intelligent inner insert securely holds the product and its accessories and ensures sleek product presentation. The packaging, custom-made for high-quality doorbells, is versatile, serving both in-store displays and eCommerce shipping. Its compact design efficiently stores all components, keeping all parts securely in

place. The multiple inserts not only showcase the main product but also neatly conceal accessories. The box is quick and easy to assemble, saving time in the packaging process, and eliminates the need for plastic bags.

Bumperpac

Bumperpac is a new lightweight corrugated solution for transporting bumpers sustainably and efficiently. The innovative packaging offers good protection, easy handling and great ergonomics in a packaging that folds and unfolds in an instant. The sturdy cardboard that makes up the corrugated sleeve is glued with water-resistant adhesive that withstands the humid conditions of overseas transport. The packaging is placed on a customised wooden pallet that requires less wood than a normal pallet.

Product protection for premium parasols

To enhance sustainability, the redesigned packaging for premium parasols completely replaces the previously used Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) padding. With this new packaging solution, 65 different parasol variants can now be packed effectively. With about 4,000 parasols dispatched annually and two EPS pads per parasol package, Mondi’s customer is able to eliminate around 8,000 kg of EPS per year, replacing it with 100% recyclable corrugated board.

BeerCoolBox

This innovative beer bottle packaging, made of fully recyclable corrugated cardboard, combines functionality, aesthetics and sustainability requirements. The design consists of a sturdy box and a specially designed insert covered with barrier paper, ensuring water resistance. The insert transforms into a practical ice container, effectively cooling beer bottles to the perfect temperature. The water from the melted ice remains in the insert due to its waterproof properties, eliminating the risk of leaks and keeping the surroundings clean.

Display-Guard

Display-Guard features a reinforced construction with double-walled panels, which increases the durability of the box and ensures safe transportation and storage of products. Triangular corner structures provide additional support during transportation and storage, helping the box to maintain its form and minimising the risk of damage. This ensures that the box remains stable even under particularly heavy loads. Its design makes it suitable for display both on pallets and on shelves, allowing a variety of products to be stored safely. The easily foldable structure saves space during transportation.

TopLockBox

TopLockBox is an innovative alternative to traditional plastic eCommerce bags and standard boxes, specifically designed to prevent theft and ensure product security during shipment. Optimised for quick and easy assembly, TopLockBox helps to save valuable time and effort. Its user-friendly closure system guarantees that packages can be securely sealed with minimal effort, improving operational efficiency. Security is the top priority; the unique lock system makes unauthorised access to the box contents extremely difficult. For added convenience, TopLockBox features a tear strip that allows recipients to open the package without any additional tools, enhancing the user experience while maintaining packaging integrity. The strong sealing tape ensures the box stays securely closed throughout its journey, guaranteeing that products arrive safely and securely.

Bottle Protector

The Bottle Protector’s robustness, durability and design not only enhance product security during transport and storage but also align with the sustainability goals of brands. Its user-friendly design simplifies assembly and handling, leading to increased operational efficiency and cost savings for businesses. The aesthetically pleasing design boosts brand visibility and helps create a stronger connection with consumers. Bottle Protector is shipped flat, taking up less storage space and offering easy assembly. It acts as both a carrier and a separator, enhancing the box’s durability for safe transport and storage. The design includes folding tabs that reinforce corners, maintaining the box’s structure and reducing the risk of damage. The packaging is made of 100% recyclable materials and printable surfaces allow for effective brand promotion.

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Photonics West 2025: Discover Zygo and Affiliates’ Latest Breakthroughs in Optics and Metrology

Zygo, a business unit of AMETEK, and a global leader in precision metrology and optical solutions, will showcase its latest innovations at SPIE Photonics West 2025, taking place January 28-30 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, CA. Together with Navitar, Pixelink, and Special Optics, Zygo will present a cohesive range of technologies at Booth, demonstrating seamlessly aligned solutions designed to advance industries such as semiconductor, life sciences, aerospace and defense, machine vision, and medical devices.

As part of AMETEK’s Ultra Precision Technologies Division, at Photonics West Zygo will demonstrate its focus on addressing customer challenges across vertical markets. This strategic approach has at its core the company’s consultative approach, delivering advanced engineering solutions that solve customer’s complex optical challenges.

“Photonics West is the premier event for the photonics industry, and we’re excited to connect with our customers and partners to showcase how Zygo, Navitar, Pixelink, and Special Optics deliver precision solutions across multiple industries,” says Michael Schmidt, Senior Product Development Manager at Zygo. “Our combined expertise sets new standards for quality and innovation, enabling us to address even the most demanding customer requirements.”

One of the standout features of Zygo’s exhibit will be the Qualifire, the company’s latest advancement in laser interferometry, showcasing cutting-edge technology designed to set new industry benchmarks. This newly launched product sets a new benchmark in optical metrology with its unmatched precision, compact design, and ease-of-use. The Qualifire is the lightest and most compact full-feature interferometer Zygo has ever developed, delivering exceptional accuracy, enhanced resolution, and a user-friendly interface to meet the diverse needs of modern measurement applications.

“The Qualifire represents a significant leap forward in metrology systems, and we’re thrilled to showcase it at Photonics West. It’s designed for versatility and maneuverability, making it the ideal solution for high-precision measurement tasks across industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, aerospace, and precision engineering,” adds Erin McDonnell, Product Manager (Laser Interferometers) at Zygo.

In addition to product demonstrations, Zygo’s sales, applications, and service teams will be on site to engage with attendees, providing insights into how the company’s tailored solutions can improve performance and efficiency in critical applications. Visitors to booth will have the opportunity to meet with Zygo’s experts, explore real-world applications, and discuss solutions to their most pressing optical challenges.

Photonics West attendees will also have the opportunity to learn about Zygo’s and associated companies’ participation in co-located conference AR/VR/MR on booth and key sub-events BiOS (Halls D&E booth), and Quantum West (Moscone South, Mezzanine Level, Esplanade Ballrooms booth). These specialized events focus on cutting-edge technologies such as augmented and virtual reality, biomedical optics, and quantum applications, further showcasing Zygo’s extensive expertise across diverse sectors. For more information, visit Zygo at Booth at Photonics West 2025 from January 28-30 at the Moscone Center, San Francisco, CA. Attendees are encouraged to connect with Zygo’s team to explore how their innovative solutions can empower success in precision metrology and optical manufacturing.

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CHUK Joins Hands with Mahakumbh 2025 for a Greener Celebration

• CHUK becomes the official sustainable partner at MahaKumbh Mela 2025, wins tender from Kumbh Mela Authority
• The deal involves supplying INR 1.75 crore worth of compostable tableware, which is expected to increase to INR 2.5 crore.
• CHUK was also the official tableware partner at the Ram Mandir inauguration event

CHUK, the flagship brand of Pakka Limited, a manufacturer of compostable food packaging, has forged an alliance with MahaKumbh Mela Trust to serve as the official tableware supplier for the event. The partnership aims to provide sustainable and eco-friendly tableware products at the MahaKumbh Mela, held in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh (UP).

CHUK’s compostable tableware, made of bagasse, will be exclusively distributed to restaurants participating in government programs during one of the world’s largest religious gatherings. This will support the massive logistical requirements of serving devotees while maintaining the highest standards of hygiene and eco-friendliness. MahaKumbh Mela takes place once in 12 years and witnesses a gathering of millions of devotees.

The partnership between CHUK and MahaKumbh Mela Trust resonates with the UP government’s overarching goal to celebrate the religious gathering with a focus on cleanliness and mitigating plastic waste. This collaboration also echoes the UP govt’s RACE drive (Reducing Plastic and Achieving Clean Environment), an initiative launched to spread the concept of plastic-free communities. Moreover, CHUK’s involvement in Ram Mandir’s inauguration highlights the brand’s alignment with the government’s efforts to promote eco-friendly alternatives and make the earth cleaner.

Being the official tableware partner, CHUK remains committed to the quality of the products being distributed at the MahaKumbh Mela. Each piece of tableware undergoes rigorous heat resistance testing, where it is subjected to 100-degree hot oil and water to ensure a spill-free experience. Products are then meticulously examined for structural integrity, with skilled quality control specialists checking for even the smallest physical imperfections.

Jagdeep Hira, India Business Head at Pakka Limited said about the partnership “We are immensely grateful to be a part of the MahaKumbh Mela, the world’s largest religious gathering. This sacred gathering holds a special place in the hearts of millions, and we feel truly fortunate to contribute to its success with our eco-friendly solutions. This partnership reflects our commitment to blending spiritual values with environmental responsibility, and we are humbled to be part of this congregation and contributing towards creating a cleaner earth.”

CHUK has been selected as the L1 (most preferred) vendor for providing eco-friendly tableware during the MahaKumbh Mela. The deal has been inked at INR 1.75 crore with potential expansion to INR 2.5 crore, depending on the event’s requirements.

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Maag Strengthens Its Petrochemical Offerings with Carter Day’s Dryer Technology

MAAG Group today announced that it acquired certain assets on December 20, 2024 from Carter Day International, Inc.’s petrochemical division, which specializes in dewatering and drying equipment for the plastics industry.

The acquired drying technology will become part of MAAG’s product portfolio, providing additional high-capacity solutions in MAAG’s pelletizing systems. This addition of highly engineered products and proprietary technologies will enable MAAG to expand its market presence while providing efficient solutions to a wider range of customers’ needs. With production sites and service centers across Europe, the USA and Asia, MAAG’s global footprint will facilitate greater product availability and high-quality service for all customers worldwide.

“This acquisition adds a highly-complementary high capacity dryer technology to our existing product portfolio, further establishing ourselves as the go-to provider for efficient and effective solutions to meet our customers’ ever-growing needs.” said Ueli Thuerig, President of MAAG Group.

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