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SHERIDAN, WYOMING - August 10, 2024 - Innovia Films, a global leader in BOPP film manufacturing and material science innovation, has announced the launch of RayoForm™ ELR70, a groundbreaking in-mold labeling (IML) film designed to meet the demanding requirements of large-format containers.

This 5-layer, semi-cavitated film boasts a distinctive dual-sided finish - one side matt and one side gloss - providing enhanced aesthetics and functionality for a variety of applications. Moreover, its unique construction offers a notable reduction in density compared to standard white IML films, making it a more resource-efficient choice.

RayoForm™ ELR70 is specifically engineered for large-format containers commonly used in the paint, food, and industrial sectors. Its exceptional stiffness facilitates larger sheet conversion and enables the creation of bigger, more impactful labels.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – August 10, 2024 – Iceland Foods, a prominent UK supermarket chain, is set to launch its pioneering vacuum-packed mince range across its national network of stores following a successful 12-week trial period. This strategic initiative aims to significantly reduce food waste and plastic pollution through the implementation of a novel packaging solution designed to extend the shelf life of both beef and pork mince products.

The airtight vacuum packaging is projected to increase the shelf life of beef mince by an estimated 50%, effectively mitigating food spoilage and waste. This innovation not only provides consumers with enhanced product longevity but also aligns with Iceland's commitment to environmental stewardship by reducing plastic waste by an estimated 35 tonnes annually.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – August 7, 2024 – Messe Düsseldorf, in partnership with the Circular Valley Foundation and the Fraunhofer Institute UMSICHT, has announced the launch of the Circular Valley Convention 2025. This premier event, scheduled for March 12-13, 2025, at Areal Böhler in Düsseldorf, Germany, is poised to become the world's leading platform for advancing the circular economy.

"The Circular Valley Convention is a significant step towards accelerating the transition to a circular economy," said Wolfram N. Diener, CEO of Messe Düsseldorf GmbH. "By uniting industry leaders, innovators, policymakers, and researchers, we aim to foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and the development of groundbreaking solutions that will shape a more sustainable future."

Holistic Approach to Circularity

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – August 6, 2024 – Amidst mounting concerns regarding the fragmented state of European healthcare delivery, the 23rd European Health Congress Munich is poised to convene key stakeholders on October 10-11, 2024, at the Hilton Hotel Munich. Anticipating over 1,000 delegates, the congress aims to confront critical systemic issues and catalyze a paradigm shift towards innovative, patient-centric solutions.

A Healthcare Landscape in Flux

The congress organizers have framed this year's theme as a stark assessment of the current landscape: "Our healthcare system now resembles a patchwork." They cite numerous initiatives that have been launched but lack comprehensive implementation, vital legislative proposals stalled or significantly altered, and critical healthcare priorities seemingly sidelined by policymakers. This, they argue, reveals a "glaring strategy problem" within the sector.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – August 6, 2024 – Messe Düsseldorf, a renowned global leader in the trade fair industry, today announced a significant restructuring of its management and operations. This strategic realignment aims to maximize synergies across its diverse portfolio of world-leading trade shows, reinforcing its position in the global market and fostering continued growth.

Key Leadership Appointments and Portfolio Shifts:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – August 4, 2024 – Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG), a global leader in printing technologies, announced a significant increase in order intake for the first quarter of fiscal year 2024/2025,driven by the highly successful drupa trade show. The company reported an order volume of €701 million, exceeding its own projections of €650 million and marking the highest order value since 2016.

Strong Order Backlog Supports Positive Outlook

This substantial order intake has resulted in a robust order backlog of €923 million, providing a solid foundation for revenue growth throughout the remainder of the fiscal year. While Q1 revenue was impacted by pre-drupa purchasing restraint, HEIDELBERG remains confident in its ability to deliver improved financial performance in the coming quarters.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – August 4, 2024 – Moquin Press, a leading provider of labels and packaging solutions on the West Coast, has set a new benchmark in label printing efficiency by establishing a world record with their HEIDELBERG Speedmaster XL 106 press. In a remarkable 24-hour production run, the company produced an unprecedented 452,755 net sellable sheets (455,709 gross sheets), showcasing the press's exceptional capabilities and Moquin's commitment to innovation.

Unparalleled Speed and Precision in Label Production

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – August 4, 2024 – Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG), a global leader in printing solutions, convened its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on July 25, 2024, in Mannheim, Germany. The AGM,attended by shareholders representing a significant portion of the company's equity, focused on the company's strategic direction, financial results for the fiscal year 2023/2024, and future growth prospects.

CEO Jürgen Otto Underscores Path to Profitable Growth

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – August 2, 2024 – The 16th Arab-German Health Forum, themed "Pioneering Health: Advancing Collaborative Innovations in Arab-German Health Cooperation," is scheduled to convene on October 15th and 16th at the renowned Adlon Kempinski Hotel in Berlin. This highly anticipated biennial event aims to bolster business relationships and stimulate collaborative opportunities between the Arab world and Germany within the dynamic healthcare sector.

A Flourishing Economic Partnership:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – August 2, 2024 – The global controlled environment agriculture (CEA) community is set to convene in Dortmund, Germany, this October for the third edition of VertiFarm, the international trade fair dedicated to Next Level Farming and New Food Systems. Co-located with the 8th AVF Summit, organized by the Association for Vertical Farming (AVF), this event promises to be a pivotal gathering for stakeholders across the agricultural, food, and pharmaceutical industries.

VertiFarm: A Nexus of Innovation and Commercialization

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – August 1, 2024 – The aviation industry's premier event, the Passenger Terminal CONFERENCE, is gearing up for its 2025 edition, promising an immersive experience into the future of airports. With a focus on transformative innovation, the conference will explore everything from cutting-edge airport design to the latest advancements in day-to-day operations.

A Global Gathering of Aviation Leaders

Since its inception in Hamburg in 1998, the Passenger Terminal CONFERENCE has become a cornerstone event for the aviation industry. In 2025, the conference anticipates welcoming over 1,750 attendees from across the globe,including board members, CEOs, managers, and their teams. This gathering of industry leaders provides a unique opportunity to network, exchange ideas, and forge partnerships that will shape the future of air travel.

A Deep Dive into the Future of Airports

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – August 1, 2024 – Leading food and packaging industry professionals are gearing up for Food Africa and pacprocess MEA 2024, a pivotal trade fair duo poised to propel businesses into the dynamic Middle East and Africa (MEA) market. Hosted in Cairo from December 3rd to 5th, this event will showcase nearly 900 exhibitors, presenting a comprehensive spectrum of innovations in food, beverages, food packaging, and printing machines.

A Dynamic Duo for Industry Advancement

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – August 1, 2024 – Samson Druck GmbH, a leading Austrian print service provider, is embarking on a strategic partnership with Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) to enhance its production capabilities. The investment focuses on HEIDELBERG's comprehensive hybrid solution, which integrates industrial digital printing with the company's Peak Performance offset technology, exemplified by the Jetfire 50.

Strategic Investment in Advanced Technology

This investment is driven by HEIDELBERG's commitment to comprehensive service and support, as well as its innovative hybrid solution. The integration of offset and digital printing within a unified workflow is expected to provide Samson Druck with unprecedented flexibility and economic efficiency in print production.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – August 1, 2024 – Sidel, a global leader in providing complete packaging solutions, is poised to unveil its groundbreaking innovations at FachPack 2024, the premier European trade fair for packaging technologies. With a focus on empowering manufacturers to optimize their production lines and achieve unprecedented performance levels, Sidel is set to showcase a range of cutting-edge technologies and services that cater to the evolving needs of the industry.

RoboAccess_Pal S: Transforming Palletizing with Robotics and Cobotics

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – July 30, 2024 – Sidel, a global leader in liquid packaging solutions, today announced the launch of SidelGPT, a groundbreaking internal AI solution designed to empower employees with enhanced productivity and creativity while ensuring maximum data security.

SidelGPT integrates Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service, providing employees with a powerful tool to streamline daily tasks, generate ideas, and access information, all within a secure environment that prioritizes data privacy and control.

“SidelGPT is designed to facilitate our employees’ daily tasks and boost productivity and creativity safely, retaining all of Sidel’s data and sharing nothing with the outside world," said Vahe Ter Nikogosyan, VP of Digital Transformation & Technologies at Sidel. “We also are continuing to enhance SidelGPT with Sidel-specific information sources to further increase the power of this generative AI application.”  

DÜSSELDORF, GERMANY – July 30, 2024 – Messe Düsseldorf GmbH, a global leader in the exhibition and trade fair industry, today announced the retirement of its Operative Managing Director, Erhard Wienkamp, effective July 31st. After three decades of dedicated service, Wienkamp leaves behind a legacy of significant international growth and expansion of Messe Düsseldorf's world-leading trade fairs.

Wienkamp's Transformative Impact on Messe Düsseldorf

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – July 30, 2024 – As the world grapples with an escalating water crisis, the valve industry is emerging as a key player in the fight against water scarcity. By providing essential components and leveraging cutting-edge digital solutions, valve manufacturers are enabling the rapid expansion and optimization of seawater desalination plants, offering a lifeline to communities and industries facing dwindling water resources.

Water Scarcity: A Growing Global Concern

The United Nations reports that over 3.6 billion people experience inadequate water access for at least one month per year, a figure that is projected to worsen as the global population and industrial demand increase. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) highlights a 1% annual growth in freshwater demand, while climate change exacerbates the situation through prolonged droughts.

Valve Technology: Critical to Desalination Success

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – July 30, 2024 – Salvador Technologies, a leading provider of cyber-incident recovery solutions for critical infrastructure and industrial organizations, today announced that its proprietary platform enabled clients to rapidly overcome the disruptions caused by the recent CrowdStrike outage. The outage, which occurred on July 19th, resulted in a widespread system failure across millions of Windows devices globally, causing significant operational challenges for numerous businesses and organizations.

The outage stemmed from a faulty software update distributed by CrowdStrike, a prominent cybersecurity firm. The incident impacted an estimated 674,000 direct customer relationships and indirectly affected over 49 million entities.Many organizations faced prolonged downtime, lasting from two days to a week, as they struggled to restore normal operations.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – July 30, 2024 – As anticipation builds for the World Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan's Kansai region is emerging as a prime destination for incentive travel. The upcoming expo, running from April to October 2025, is expected to significantly boost the region's allure for corporate groups seeking unique and rewarding travel experiences.

Expo 2025: A Catalyst for Innovation and Cultural Exchange

Building upon the momentum of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics, Expo 2025 will showcase Japan's commitment to technological advancement and sustainability. With exhibits on flying cars, AI-driven translation services, and a virtual reality replica of the expo site, the event promises to be a testament to the country's innovative spirit.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – July 30, 2024 – The World Federation of Tourist Guide Associations (WFTGA) has officially selected Fukuoka, Japan, as the host city for its 21st international convention, WFTGA2026. This landmark decision marks the first time the prestigious event will be held in Japan, signifying a major milestone for the country's tourism industry.

The successful bid was spearheaded by the Kyushu Association of Interpreters, Translators and Guide-Interpreters (K-iTG) in collaboration with the Fukuoka Convention Center, the Fukuoka Convention & Visitors Bureau, and key Japanese national government bodies including the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, Japan Tourism Agency, and Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO).