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Women in Packaging — Meet Tina Gerfer: Leading Innovation in Packaging Machinery 🌟 For over 70 years, Wilhelm Rasch GmbH & Co. KG has set the standard in packaging, from delicate hollow chocolate figures to a wide array of products worldwide. At its helm is Tina Gerfer (geb. Bends), who not only modernized the company but also preserved its rich traditions. 🎯 Under Tina’s leadership, Rasch has overcome challenges with resilience and a commitment to sustainability. From moving headquarters to ensuring employee retention during tough times, her dedication to the company’s legacy is unparalleled. ➡️ Read more in our latest Tightly Packed article! Link in the comments. How can we empower more women in traditionally male-dominated industries? 💪  Let's discuss the future of packaging innovation and leadership! 💬 #WomenInPackaging #PackagingTechnology #interpack2026 #PackagingIndustry #ExpertsInPackaging

🔎 We have recently gained some interesting insights in consumer demand for sustainable packaging. In fact, it seems that consumers are willing to pay more for true sustainable packaging solutions — that made us thinking: What do you say? 

🎥 Insights from LZ Summit 2024 ♻️ We met with Dr. Daniel Bornemann, Senior Partner and responsible for packaging clients at Simon-Kucher and Dr. Tobias Maria Günter, in charge of the B2C retail business. The two experts talked to us about their in-depth research into sustainable packaging and the growing consumer demand for it. In fact, based on their research, 70-80% of consumers are willing to pay more for sustainable packaging. A price increase of 7-8% might be accepted if the packaging offered has a real sustainable benefit. Great insights from a fantastic event! 🙌 #interpack2026 #LZSummit24 #SustainablePackaging #ExpertsInPackaging 

🚀 SAVE FOOD got a New Look! 🚀 💪 - BE THE CHANGE! 🌟 New Look, New Projects! 🌟 We are excited to present our fresh and modern appearance which better reflects our mission: Reducing food loss and waste by supporting innovative processing and packaging technologies. 📢 What's New? Community Focus: Benefit from cooperations with renowned partners and expand your professional network worldwide. Innovative Projects & Financial Support Opportunities: Win the annual project competition and receive financial support for your project in the SAVE FOOD sector. SAVE FOOD Awards: Do you have a product or solution that represents an innovative approach in this area? Get in touch with us! 🌱 Why Join? Make a statement against food loss and waste. 💚 Follow us for updates on our new projects and learn how you can get involved! #SaveFoodInitiative #NewLook #FoodRescue #Sustainability #StrongerTogether #BeTheChange #interpack

🌿 Is paper revolutionizing the packaging industry? 📦 The move towards eco-friendly packaging is gaining momentum! As demand for paper-based solutions increases, the challenge of providing effective barriers without compromising recyclability is being tackled head-on. Innovative water-based coatings are paving the way for a greener future in packaging. Companies like SAPPI EUROPE LIMITED are leading the way with advanced coating plants, producing high-barrier papers that meet stringent food safety standards while remaining fully recyclable. 🌍 Meanwhile, research at German Fraunhofer FIT is exploring bio-based solutions using materials such as nanocellulose and suberin fatty acids, ensuring functional paper coatings that are both effective and environmentally friendly. How can we accelerate the adoption of sustainable packaging solutions across industries? 🌱 Let's discuss how these advancements can reshape packaging practices for a more sustainable tomorrow! 💬🙌 #SustainablePackaging #CircularEconomy #Innovation #interpack2026 #PackagingIndustry

🎥 Meet Paper Machinery Corporation — introducing an exciting variety of printing solutions for packaging at drupa 2024. 👋 We met Adam from Paper Machinery Corporation - one of our interpack exhibitors - to talk about new packaging solutions for cups and lids and the unrivaled sustainable benefits of paper as packaging material. #interpack #hottopics #packagingindustry #packagingexperts #expertsinpackaging #sustainablepackaging #prinitingpackaging

👩💼👩🔬👩🔧 Celebrating Women in Packaging: Breaking Barriers and Leading Change Despite its strides towards diversity, the packaging industry, like many sectors, still shows traces of a male-dominated culture. Yet, women are not just participating — they are leading and innovating. A recent Podcast Episode by Packaging Europe spotlights two remarkable leaders who are reshaping the industry: Nerida Kelton FAIP – Vice President of Sustainability and Save Food at the World Packaging Organisation (WPO) and Executive Director at the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP). Nerida’s leadership and commitment to sustainability initiatives have not only propelled her organizations forward, but also set new benchmarks for environmental responsibility in packaging. She has received the Hall of Fame Award for Women in Packaging by PKN Packaging News. Luciana Pellegrino – General Manager of the Brazilian Packaging Association (ABRE) and the first-ever female President of the WPO. Luciana's groundbreaking ascent to the presidency of the WPO underscores her pivotal role in steering the global packaging community towards innovation and inclusivity. These women exemplify leadership, resilience, and innovation, inspiring a new generation to look beyond traditional boundaries and envision a more inclusive industry! 🙌 #womeninpackaging #packagingexperts #interpack2026 #innovationinpackaging 

🤝 Packaging and Printing — overcoming cross-industrial challenges for a sustainable future! We met Yevgen Zolotkovskí from Koehler Paper Group - one of our interpack exhibitors - at drupa – no. 1 for printing technologies 2024 to talk about new developments in fibre based, sustainable substrate for packaging and the next big step in digitalization in printing and packaging. 🙌 #interpack #hottopics #packagingindustry #packagingexperts #expertsinpackaging #sustainablepackaging #prinitingpackaging

🌍 Navigating Diverse Food Safety and Packaging Regulations Across Africa 🌍 Africa's approach to food safety and packaging is as diverse as its countries, each with its own regulatory framework. However, common principles and ongoing efforts aim to harmonize standards across the continent, promising a streamlined future for trade and safety. The various bodies ensure food safety and packaging integrity by: 1️⃣ Setting Standards: Setting strict criteria for contaminants, additives and processing to ensure food quality. 2️⃣ Regulating Packaging: Providing guidance on the use of materials to prevent contamination and ensure product safety. 3️⃣ Enforcing Compliance: Through inspections, audits and tests, these agencies ensure adherence to regulations, issuing penalties on those who fail to comply. 4️⃣ Facilitating Trade: By aligning with international standards such as the Codex Alimentarius, they reduce trade barriers and enhance the flow of safe food products. As Africa moves towards regulatory harmonization, the potential for increased intracontinental and global trade grows, bolstering both local economies and global market access. 📈🌍 #foodsafety #foodafrica2024 #pacprocess2024 #africa #interpackalliance

🙌 drupa x interpack — cross-cutting Hot Topics. Our dear colleague AP visited last year's interpack exhibitor Robatech at drupa – no. 1 for printing technologies 2024 and talked to Kevin about the ongoing relevance of the two major Hot Topics from interpack 2023 —Digitalization and Sustainability — and how the company implements them into daily operations and the overall culture. 🎥 Watch the entire video interview here: https://bit.ly/3VuIzcw #interpack #hottopics #packagingindustry #packagingexperts #expertsinpackaging #sustainablepackaging