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Highlights from the AMI Conference

The AMI Single-Serve Capsules Conference in Tampa, Florida, brought together industry leaders to discuss innovations and challenges in single-serve systems, with ACTEGA presenting sustainable technologies for coffee capsules.

Recap of the Packaging Innovations 2025

From February 11-12, 2025, ACTEGA exhibited at Packaging Innovations, which took place at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham.

Entering into 2025 with ECOLEAF

Reflect on ECOLEAF’s incredible 2024. Discover how new partnerships, exciting achievements, and sustainable innovations are redefining the future of labels and packaging. Read on for the highlights.

Interview with Markus Locher

Markus Locher, discusses the company's pivotal role in supporting the industry in transitioning to sustainable packaging.

Fujifilm expands ECOLEAF technology

ACTEGA and Fujifilm have integrated the FUJIFILM 46kUV Inkjet Printbar into the ECOLEAF metallization solution to enhance print resolution and support sustainable, on-demand production.

Reflecting on 2024

Reflecting on a successful 2024 for ACTEGA, the year was filled with opportunities, even amid supply chain disruptions and rising costs in the industry.

FINAT Sustainability Award 2024

ACTEGA’s ECOLEAF technology earned recognition for reducing environmental impact by combining top printing performance with a significantly lower CO₂ footprint than traditional metallization.

ACTEGA Draws Attention at Fakuma 2024

ACTEGA exhibited at the 29th Fakuma in Friedrichshafen (October 15–19, 2024), drawing strong interest with its latest TPE innovations and ISCC PLUS-certified solutions for sustainable plastics processing.

Successful Labelexpo Americas 2024

ACTEGA impressed at Labelexpo Americas 2024 (Sept 10–12, Chicago) with innovative label and flexible packaging solutions. Visitors in Hall A praised our sustainable, regulation-ready products offering standout haptics and visual appeal.

Creating a Sustainable Future in Packaging

With innovative technologies and a clear sustainability strategy, we are shaping the future of the packaging industry—efficiently, safely, and with respect for the environment.

Recap Cannex Fillex Asia Pacific 2024

ACTEGA had a successful showing at Cannex Fillex Asia Pacific 2024 in Guangzhou, presenting cutting-edge, sustainable metal packaging solutions to a global audience from July 15–19.

Cooperation between Standridge and ACTEGA

The Path to Eco-Friendly Single-Use Food Packaging: ACTEGA and Standridge Color Corporation Collaborate to Bring Water-Based Coated Board to Market.

ACTEGA reviews Drupa 2024

ACTEGA had a strong presence at Drupa 2024 in Düsseldorf (May 28–June 7), engaging visitors across multiple touchpoints with sustainable solutions and premium finishing. True to our motto, we were everywhere our expertise was needed.

Interview with Thorsten Kröller

In an exclusive interview, Thorsten Kröller, President of the ACTEGA Division, talks about the company's vision, investments in research and development, and why ACTEGA is more than the sum of its parts.

Mindful Metallization with ECOLEAF

On April 25, 2024, we streamed the ECOLEAF WebSeminar on Mindful Metallization live from our Competence Center in Lehrte.

EcoVadis Gold Certificate

ACTEGA Rhenacoat, a leading specialist in coating systems for rigid metal packaging, has been awarded the prestigious EcoVadis gold certificate for its commitment to sustainable business practices.

Interview with Wilke Föllscher

In this Q&A, Wilke Föllscher, Business Development Manager EMEA, discusses industry shifts, regulatory challenges, and how innovations like ACTGreen^® Barrier Coatings support a greener future.

Interview with Thomas Sawitowski

In the interview, the packaging expert, Dr. Thomas Sawitowski, explained which innovations also ensure greater sustainability and why paper is not always the best alternative to plastic.

ECOLEAF Cooperation with Dantex

Dantex Group has partnered with ACTEGA to integrate the ECOLEAF metallization technology into its PicoJet range, elevating the printing experience and expanding the variety of effects achievable with UV inkjet presses.

Sustainability with UV DIRECT TO METAL

In this interview with Ömer Yagci, Product Marketing Manager MPS, we discuss how ACTEGA's innovation has been received, the challenges facing the industry and the future of sustainable metal packaging.

The Canmaker - Cans of the Year Award 2023

The innovative UV DIRECT TO METAL technology, developed by ACTEGA in the Business Line Metal Packaging Solutions, was honored with the coveted “Can of the Year Award” in Gold, in the category “Sustainability”.

Case study: THIMM Group

ACTEGA and the THIMM Group are setting new standards in packaging with recyclable, paper-based barrier solutions for greater sustainability.

ACTEseal^® PVC-Free HSL Coatings from ACTEGA

As our lives become faster and faster, convenience has become a major factor in the consumption of food and beverages.

Q&A with Paolo Grasso
Sales Director, ECOLEAF

n this Q&A you will find out more about the role of ACTEGA as a key driver for sustainable innovation and new product development in label printing.

Journey to Sustainability

ACTEGA is committed to driving sustainability through innovation, responsible practices, and close collaboration across the entire packaging value chain.

ACTEGAs Vision for 2023

Despite global challenges, ACTEGA remains on track, focusing on sustainability, innovation, and investments in technologies such as ECOLEAF and Signite for a sustainable packaging industry.