News Archive

Raw materials reshape Europe’s tape value chain

Posted on: 21 June 2026 Four years of energy shocks, overcapacity, closures and new trade frictions have turned raw materials from a purchasing issue into a strategic test for European adhesive tape manufacturers. The latest movement through Hormuz offers some relief, but it does not restore the ‘old normal’.

Henkel completes ATP deal, underscoring the pull of specialty tapes

Posted on: 21 June 2026 Henkel has completed its acquisition of ATP adhesive systems AG, bringing together two Afera Member Companies and underlining the growing strategic value of high-performance, water-based specialty tapes in the European adhesive tape value chain.

New PPWR decision tree clarifies adhesive-film status

Posted on: 26 May 2026 Afera’s new guide helps adhesive-film companies, suppliers and clients assess when applications may qualify as packaging under the PPWR.

ETW 2026 programme sharpens its focus on leadership, strategy and tape know-how

Posted on: 22 May 2026 With registrations coming in at record levels, the latest ETW 2026 programme shows Porto taking on clearer shape across both the 69th Annual Conference and the 12th Tape College, while Afera-appointed hotel rates remain available until 30 June 2026.

Afera and AWA prepare next yearly European tape market report

Posted on: 22 May 2026 As AWA launches its latest release-liner study, preparations are underway for Afera’s next yearly, Member-exclusive European tape market report.

Behind the login: Afera launches its Members-only section

Posted on: 22 May 2026 With the launch of its dedicated Members-only section and the release of the new Make the most of your Membership brochure, Afera has made it easier for Member companies to find and use the technical, regulatory, market and networking resources available to them.

Afera to hold EGA on governance and Statutes updates

Posted on: 21 May 2026 Extraordinary General Assembly will give Members the opportunity to discuss and vote on focused changes to Afera’s Statutes as the Association continues to evolve as a wider adhesive tape value-chain platform.

1st Afera Member Radar Survey captures industry pressure points

Posted on: 21 May 2026 Presented for the first time during Afera’s 68th Annual Conference in Thessaloniki, the new Afera Member Radar Survey reveals how European adhesive tape companies are balancing sustainability demands, rising costs and intensifying global competition.