- In May 2024, Greencore, a leading manufacturer of eco-friendly and recyclable paper honeycomb, showcased its sustainable packaging solutions at the Intrapac exhibition in India. The company presented its lightweight, recyclable products designed for industries such as textiles, automotive, and handicrafts. These innovative solutions aim to reduce environmental impact while maintaining the necessary strength and durability for transporting goods
- In January 2024, Smurfit Kappa highlighted its honeycomb Hexacomb solution at the Automotive sector trade event. The company focused on promoting lightweight, durable, and eco-friendly packaging for transporting sensitive automotive components and machinery. With an emphasis on sustainability, Smurfit Kappa's solution aims to help automotive manufacturers reduce packaging waste and improve overall transportation efficiency
- In January 2024, EMPHA, the pan-European association for paper honeycomb manufacturers, joined the Two Sides environmental initiative to advocate for sustainable packaging. This initiative emphasizes the benefits of using paper honeycomb's hexagonal cell structure, which offers superior strength, rigidity, and lightweight properties. The collaboration aims to promote more sustainable practices across the packaging industry
- In November 2023, Hexcel introduced advanced lightweight materials such as the HexPly M79 prepregs, made from intermediate and high modulus fibers. These materials are designed for applications in high-performance industries, such as aerospace and sports. Hexcel showcased components made by customers, including superyachts and windships, utilizing these innovative materials for enhanced strength and lightweight properties
- In September 2023, DuPont partnered with Point-Blank Enterprises to provide body armor constructed with Kevlar EXOTM aramid fiber to North American state and local police agencies. This collaboration aims to enhance officer safety by offering lightweight, durable, and high-performance protective gear. Kevlar EXOTM is known for its superior strength and ability to absorb impact, providing essential protection in critical situations
- In July 2023, Schütz Composites presented its cutting-edge CORMASTER material, a lightweight, high-strength material with exceptional mechanical resistance. Thanks to its honeycomb structure, CORMASTER offers outstanding durability while remaining remarkably light. Schütz showcased the versatile applications of this material, highlighting its potential for use in a wide range of industries, including automotive, construction, and packaging, where strength and weight reduction are key priorities
