This certification aims to reduce the environmental impact of printing activities. By outlining precise criteria, it guides printers towards waste reduction, intelligent chemical management, energy conservation, and pollution prevention. The program fuels a movement towards sustainability, providing recognition for printers dedicated to minimizing their environmental footprint.

Choose different mechanisms between auto lock or tuck style to seal and secure packaging. Auto lock involves tabs or flaps on the packaging that automatically lock into place when the carton is folded, without the need for additional adhesive. It can also be stronger for products that are heavier. Tuck style involves tucking the flaps of the carton into designated slots or openings to secure the packaging. This method requires manual folding and tucking, ideal for products that need to be resealable or accessed multiple times.

A certain area of the packaging material is strategically removed or “cut out” to create a hole or opening to highlight specific features of the product for various purposes, such as creating a window, providing access to certain information, or allowing consumers to interact with the product without fully opening the package.

Debossing is a process that creates an indentation or depression on a surface, creating a sunken effect to add texture and a tactile element to packaging.

With double sided print both sides of the carton showcase distinct designs or information. This technique not only enhances packaging design flexibility and creativity but also optimises carton space utilisation to the fullest.

The pressure applied during the process raises the selected areas of the packaging, creating a tactile and visually appealing effect called embossing.

Gloss lamination is a finishing technique that creates a shiny, reflective, and vibrant look after a layer of glossy film is applied on the surface of a material.

Matt lamination is a finishing technique that provides a non-glossy and smooth visual appeal. A layer of matte film is applied onto a material’s surface to add a touch of elegance to the material.

Protection varnish is a clear coating applied to the surface of printed materials to provide a protective layer that helps prevent damage from external factors such as moisture, abrasion, and handling. It can offer resistance against scuffing, fading, and smudging, ensuring that the packaging maintains its visual appeal throughout its lifecycle.

Soft touch is finishing technique that gives printed materials a velvety, smooth feel. It enhances the sensory experience, adding a luxurious and tactile quality. This finish also reduces glare and fingerprints, making it ideal for high-end products like business cards, packaging, and brochures.

Window: see inside the product features a window to display the product, allowing customers a direct eye contact with the product.
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Asteria’s Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) is a role that reflects our deep commitment to sustainability and driving real change. Charlotte leads our efforts to tackle environmental challenges through collaboration across the supply chain, delivering greener solutions for our customers. Under her guidance, we’re reducing energy use, minimising waste, optimising processes, and preparing for future sustainability legislation like CSRD. We’re transforming sustainability into action, creating a lasting impact for our industry and the planet.
“Sustainability is all about collaboration, and getting all supply chains involved in our journey, I truly believe if we work closely together with all our stakeholders we can create a bigger impact”
As Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), Tim is driven by a passion for delivering cutting-edge solutions and outstanding service in the labelling and packaging industry. At Asteria, we stand out through five key pillars: offering truly personalised service, maintaining the perfect price-quality balance, providing diverse technologies tailored to our customer’s needs, driving innovation with a focus on sustainability, and ensuring industry-specific certifications. Together, across all our entities, we’re shaping the future of packaging with purpose, excellence, and a commitment to making a real difference for our clients.
“Being an international organisation has changed our commercial approach. It brings more value for all of our customers”
Accent was the seed of what would later grow into Asteria Group— built on humble beginnings fueled by resilience, innovation, and strategic foresight Our acquisitions have empowered us to consistently set new standards in our industry. But our journey is about more than growth. By 2030, we are committed to becoming a sustainable frontrunner, reshaping the future of packaging to build a better, more sustainable world.
Today, Asteria Group leads the packaging industry, empowered by acquisitions that allow us to consistently set new standards. But our story is not just about growth. By 2030, we are committed to becoming a sustainable frontrunner, reshaping the future of packaging to build a better, more sustainable world.
“We don’t want to say no to customers. Our customer-centric approach, fast deadline time, top quality, flexibility, and technical solutions are the key drivers for a fast-growing Asteria Group.”
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