MM Group recognised in TIME's World's Most Sustainable Companies 2026 ranking. Sustainability MM Group has been named among the World's Most Sustainable Companies 2026 by TIME Magazine and Statista(R), recognising the company's measurable progress in sustainability, transparent reporting and responsible business practices. The ranking recognises 750 companies worldwide and is based on a multi-stage assessment of sustainable business practices, external commitments and ratings, reporting standards and transparency, as well as environmental and social stewardship. The recognition reflects progress across MM Group's sustainability priorities, including climate action, circularity, responsible sourcing and performance transparency. It follows further external recognition, including MM Group's CDP Triple A leadership rating for climate change, forests and water security, as well as its SBTi-validated climate targets. Peter Oswald, CEO of MM Group, states: "This recognition reflects the progress we are making in embedding sustainability across our business. Transparent reporting, science-based targets and measurable action remain central to our approach. It also strengthens our ability to support customers with reliable data and fibre-based packaging solutions that contribute to their climate and circularity goals." As a global leader in consumer packaging, MM plays an important role in helping customers respond to growing expectations around sustainability, circularity, climate performance and responsible sourcing. By reducing emissions across its own operations, improving transparency and advancing fibre-based packaging solutions, MM supports customers in making more informed packaging decisions and addressing sustainability objectives across their value chains. The ranking by TIME and Statista(R) reflects the growing importance of credible, evidence-led sustainability performance. For customers, investors, employees and wider stakeholders, independent rankings provide an additional signal of trust, transparency and accountability. Looking ahead, MM Group will continue to advance its sustainability agenda through decarbonisation, circularity, responsible sourcing and transparent reporting.

Syoss pack updated through industry partnership. The work translated the idea of a single drop of oil into pack design, using light, texture and layered visual effects. MM Packaging has collaborated with Henkel, KURZ and baries design on a new version of the Syoss OLEO INTENSE hair colour carton, with the project centred on changes to surface finish and structure, according to a press release on WhatTheyThink. The work focused on translating the idea of a single drop of oil into the pack design, using light, texture and layered visual effects. The original concept was developed by the packaging design team at baries design in Düsseldorf, Germany, which called for a pronounced three-dimensional result. Syoss Color & Masterbrand / Henkel consumer brands senior brand innovation manager Silvia Quattrini said: "With this new Syoss Oleo Intense packaging, we wanted to make the oil-based formula visible and tangible for consumers." To achieve this, Kurz's TRUSTSEAL SFX technology was used to address the technical demands of the design and support high-volume production. The finish was applied across the carton surface to create a visual effect intended to resemble the look and movement of cosmetic oil. MM Packaging oversaw the production stage of the project, which was completed over eight weeks. The manufacturing process included two hot-stamping steps, along with cutting, creasing and glueing, to produce a cartonboard pack made from responsibly sourced material. MM Packaging European key account manager Alexandra Alagic commented: "Delivering such a complex design within an eight-week lead time required close coordination across all partners and very precise production planning. "The combination of two hot stamping applications, precise printing and flawless cutting and creasing, was essential to achieving the final visual and tactile effect."

MM Packaging Deeside appoints new managing director. MM Packaging Deeside has appointed Dave Whitworth as its new managing director. Whitworth was previously operations director at the cartonboard specialist, and his appointment provides the business with continuity and stability as it continues to drive for growth. He takes on the role as MM Packaging plans further investment to help the site reach its full potential and build on recent successes. Whitworth began his management career at Metal Box before joining Oldham-based Ribble Packaging as a shift manager, later progressing to production manager. After a period at TRM, where he was operations manager, he joined MM Packaging as operations director in 2018. During his time at MM Packaging, he has led a number of initiatives, placing health and safety at the centre of operations, reflected in the site's strong safety record. He also played a key role in developing the current Deeside facility and overseeing the move from the previous site. Commenting on his appointment, Whitworth said: "I'm delighted to now be leading the team at Deeside and I am confident the business will continue to grow, building on the strong foundations of the people and processes Smbcpackaging has in place. "At MM Packaging, we go beyond providing standard cartons, and it's important that we remain inventive and innovative in an ever-changing packaging landscape. That's why we will continue to invest in new equipment and maintain our strategy of developing talent." One of the company's major success stories has been its apprenticeship scheme. Whitworth was instrumental in its launch and remains committed to giving talented individuals the opportunity to forge a clear career path in the packaging industry. Supported by the BPIF, MM Packaging offers a three-year apprenticeship in manufacturing. Last year, the business welcomed seven new apprentices to the business, underlying its commitment to training and development, with the intake working in manufacturing, purchasing, design and origination. Whitworth added: "I've always felt strongly that the manufacturing sector can provide people with an excellent career and valuable life skills. The packaging industry has so much to offer, and by delivering a varied and extensive programme for apprentices, MM Packaging is playing an important role in building skills within our industry." Dieter Allitsch, MM Group's managing director Western Europe food & specialities, said: "We are delighted that Dave has taken on the role of managing director for our Deeside site. As operations director, he has driven positive change across the business and his in-depth knowledge of the packaging sector will now benefit us moving forward as we continue to meet the sustainable cartonboard packaging needs of our customers."