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Gecko CyclOne is here. #hubergroup Print Solutions is expanding its portfolio with a new NC-free liquid ink system for frontal, reverse, and lamination printing – built on our proprietary polyurethane technology. For decades, nitrocellulose was the standard binder for high-quality solvent-based printing. With rising demands on the recyclability of packaging and stricter regulatory requirements, the industry needs alternatives that give nothing away on print quality. That is what #Gecko CyclOne is built for: ➡️ PU technology developed in-house, backed by decades of formulation experience ➡️Mechanical and optical properties in no way inferior to conventional NC-based systems ➡️Flexographic and gravure printing, with or without lamination, and available for mono-solvent application ➡️White, CMYK process colours, varnishes, and primers Complementing Gecko Platinum and Gecko Xtreme White, Gecko CyclOne further expands our NC-free portfolio – a path we started back in 2015 with some of the first PU-based solutions on the market. hubergroup's circular #packaging solutions – shaping next-generation flexibles.

Paper-based #packaging is changing fast. Dr. Anna Maier joined #hubergroup earlier this year as Product Director Paper & Board and is helping shape how we respond to that transformation. Anna brings extensive experience from the speciality chemicals industry, having worked across technology, innovation, and product management roles throughout her career. She is a chemical engineer with a PhD in physical and macromolecular chemistry and has built deep expertise in food packaging, paper-based packaging, coatings, and functional barrier technologies. What motivated Anna to join hubergroup? "What attracted me most was the opportunity to work on solutions that support the transition toward more sustainable paper-based packaging. Bringing together technical expertise, customer needs, and product strategy is what makes this role particularly exciting for me." In her role, Anna is focused on shaping the future Paper & Board portfolio, driving the development of sustainable water-based solutions, and supporting customers as packaging requirements continue to evolve. "I am excited about the opportunity to help translate industry trends and customer needs into practical solutions that create value across the packaging value chain."

Platinum Partner at ElitePlus 2026 – for the fourth year in a row! 🤝 On 26 & 27 August, we're back at the #ElitePlus Speciality Films & Flexible Packaging Global Summit at the Jio World Convention Centre in #Mumbai – one of the world's largest gatherings for flexible #packaging, #sustainability, and converting #innovation. Premal Desai, CEO of hubergroup, says: “As a long‑standing Platinum Partner of ElitePlus, we value this summit as a leading forum that brings together the entire value chain to accelerate safe, circular packaging. At hubergroup, we are deeply committed to understanding our customers’ evolving needs and collaborating closely with them to deliver innovative solutions. Events like ElitePlus provide a unique opportunity to exchange ideas, foster partnerships, and work collectively to create lasting value for our customers and the industry as a whole.” This year, we're putting the spotlight on our integrated system for flexible packaging: ➡️ Gecko inks and varnishes – toluene-free, with the NC-free Gecko line designed to support recycling without deinking ➡️ Lamination adhesives – solvent-based and solvent-free solutions that make multi-substrate structures perform as one "Our Gecko inks and varnishes as well as our lamination adhesives are built as an integrated system to deliver uptime, quality, and recyclability – practical tools for converters navigating today's uncertainty while pursuing sustainable growth," says Amit Dammani, Business Head Packaging Solutions at hubergroup India. Visit us at our booth to discuss your applications and collaborative projects – we look forward to seeing you in Mumbai!

A message that no one should ignore: the urgent need for climate action. 🌱 This year’s World Environment Day focuses on the signals our planet is sending and how we respond to them. Even though we cannot simply avert the effects of climate change, we can all work together to listen to these signals and take appropriate action. Through initiatives like our annual tree-planting campaign, we aim to directly counter these threats. But we also prioritise sustainable, eco-friendly solutions in our products and throughout the entire value chain. And our latest milestone: as part of our commitment to the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), we have released our first "Communication on Progress" (CoP). The UNGC is the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative. It brings together companies worldwide that have committed to aligning their strategies with ten universally accepted principles in the areas of human rights, labour standards, environmental protection, and anti-corruption. By joining the UNGC, we have committed to integrating these principles into our business practices, thereby further strengthening our approach to sustainable and ethical business conduct. Yet we know: When it comes to climate protection, we can never do enough. This is why we should all use this day as a reminder to work together for a more sustainable future. 🤝 We're all in this together. #NowForClimate

Bye, Nitrocellulose 👋 Hello, NC-free future! In addition to our Polyvinyl Butyral (PVB) resins, Polyurethane (PU) is also a great go-to choice for high-performance inks - without nitrocellulose. 💡 Why make the switch? Nitrocellulose (NC) has become increasingly problematic: it's often hard to source and regulatory hurdles continue to grow. That's why more and more manufacturers are looking for flexible alternatives. Enter PVB and PU resins: ✔️ Reliable performance in gravure and flexo printing ✔️ Compatible with a wide range of formulations ✔️ Future-ready in light of regulatory developments With our versatile binder solutions, you're one step ahead and our experts are ready to help you find the right combination for your specific needs. Do you want to find out more about our NC-free solutions? Our experts are happy to advise you! 💬 #chemicals #polyurethane #ncfree #nitrocellulose #printing #inks

When it comes to printed packaging, people immediately think of paper or plastic – but today we’d like to highlight our metal decoration portfolio! ✨ The need is clear: with excellent recycling rates and a clear role in the circular economy of tomorrow, metal has become a material of choice for forward-thinking brands. Our printing inks provide colour and shine, whilst also guaranteeing reliable protection and performance. In short: they transform every metal surface into something extraordinary. 🥫 Would you like to learn more about our ink series – such as TINKREDIBLE for conventional offset printing, NewV tin for UV and LED printing, or the MGA variants of both, designed for safe and sustainable food packaging? 👇 Then watch the video down below! 📍 Or visit us from May 5 – 8 at METPACK in Essen. We will be at hall 1, stand 1B11 and are looking forward to meeting you there!