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KISUMA CHEMICALS IS OFFERING THE COMPOUNDERS AND CONVERTERS OF RECYCLED PLASTICS A RANGE OF ADDITIVES AND SYNERGISTIC ADDITIVE BLENDS BASED ON MAGNESIUM TO UPGRADE THE PERFORMANCE AND CONSISTENCY OF THEIR PRODUCTS.
ignificant benefits include odour scavenging and reduction, melt flow index retention, colour and yellowing index retention and gel reduction. “As part of a major initiative to expand our portfolio, we are working closely with our customers to help them unlock the full potential of recycled plastics,” says Zachary Hoffman, Business Development Lead Europe, Middle East & Africa for Kisuma. “Beyond a diversified suite of magnesium-based additives already available for this market, we are actively developing the next generation of these unique products, including tailormade solutions with functionalities engineered to boost the performance, efficiency and sustainability of recycled plastics or retain virgin- like properties. By enhancing colour, reducing odour, improving melt flow and minimising gels, we can achieve consistent, high- quality outcomes together and accelerate the shift towards a more sustainable plastics value chain.”
Kisuma’s magnesium-based additives for recycled plastics are focused on aligning with the European Union’s ambitious directives for increasing the recycled content in many industries, such as packaging (PPWR), automotive (ELV) and building & construction. However, driven by the company’s aggressive goals for carbon neutrality and due to the non-toxic HSE profile of these products, they can provide further value to customers seeking to minimise their product carbon footprint and eliminate the use of additives at risk of becoming regulated out of the market on a more global basis.
Visitors to K 2025 are invited to explore and discuss the benefits of Kisuma’s magnesium- based additive solutions at the company’s booth H31 in Hall 8B.
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TAKING BRANDS FROM CONCEPT TO PRODUCTION AT LONDON PACKAGING WEEK 2025
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he BCMPA, the association for contract manufacturing, packing, fulfilment and logistics, is heading to London Packaging Week 2025, ready to connect brands with outsourcing partners that drive efficiency, scale businesses and speed up time to market.
Taking place at Excel London on 15 -16 October, the BCMPA team will be available on stand B61 to discuss the wide range of services members provide and how to take products from concept to delivery, to the end consumer. From gift packing, subscription boxes and advent calendars to the manufacture of food, drink, nutraceuticals and personal care products, the association represents over 200 companies with the skills and capacity to support businesses of all sizes.
“Whatever the product, whether a face cream, functional beverage or specialty drink, BCMPA members have the capability to bring new brands and products to market,” said Emma Verkaik, CEO of the BCMPA.
“London Packaging Week is an important event for us. It brings together people, ideas and opportunities and sows the seeds for future projects. With outsourcing now central to competitiveness, we look forward to showing how our members use their expertise to support brands and start-ups in bringing products to market and how using third parties allows business owners to focus on their own growth and plans rather than day-to-day operational challenges.” The BCMPA plays a pivotal role in supporting start-ups as they launch their products and will announce a brand-new initiative at London Packaging Week: an exciting competition that helps smaller businesses connect with critical partners while giving next generation brands the chance to showcase their ideas to a panel of industry experts.
“Our members cover every stage of the supply chain, offering advice that supports both start-up brands and global businesses alike. London Packaging Week is the ideal platform to launch our new competition and show how collaboration between retailers and third- party manufacturers, packers and logistics providers can provide the key for successful product launches,” added Verkaik. “I hope that new start-ups will be keen to learn more about the competition at the show.”
In addition, two BCMPA members – PHL Fulfilment and Poppypac – will be present at London Packaging Week with their own stands to discuss face to face the ways in which outsourcing projects can help them take their products to market.
THE PRESTIGIOUS ARCHIES 2025 WINNERS ARE REVEALED
ome of the most talented trailblazers across the material handling industry have been heralded at the prestigious Archies 2025, with the UK Material Handling Association (UKMHA) shining the spotlight on their incredible achievements
As one of the sector’s most anticipated occasions, this year’s Archies, running
alongside the biennial IMHX exhibition, drew a record-breaking audience of over 500 industry professionals, all eager to celebrate some of the most impressive driving forces behind the industry.
A memorable highlight of the evening was the recognition of emerging talent, with the Apprentice of the Year and Rising Star categories generating acclaim. The evening saw honours presented across 15 categories, recognising everything from outstanding leadership to pioneering technology, sustainability and customer service.
THE 2025 ARCHIES AWARDS WINNERS ARE: • Industry Leader Award: Stephen Burton – Windsor Materials Handling
• Rising Star Award: Ashleigh Page – GXO Logistics
• Apprentice of the Year (Year 2): Thomas Wright – Briggs Equipment
• Apprentice of the Year (Year 3): Dan Allen – Crown Lift Trucks
• Best New Product: Hyster J10-18XD • Best Safety Initiative: AMR Supply Chain – Dendro DSS2 Lift
• Customer Service Excellence Award: 4KS Forklift Training
• Operational Efficiency Award: Hubtex Group • Sustainability Excellence Award: Midac UK • Training Provider of the Year: Transport Training Academy
• Technology Innovator Award: PowerFleet • Excellence in Automation Award: Hai Robotics – HaiPick Climb
• Logistics Innovation Award: ADM Automation – i-cart
• Intralogistics Project of the Year: Logistex and John Lewis
• UKMHA Dealer Member of the Year: Westexe
• Lifetime Achievement Award: Graham Hughes
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