The three award-winning products include:

• Easy Seal Peel CPP Film (HST-1 (LSR) CPP) – Winner under the Commercial Innovation category
• High Shrink PET Film (SSPF-0) – Winner under the Commercial Innovation category
• High Shrink PETG Film with 30% PCR Content (rHSPF-0) – Winner under the Commercial Sustainability category

The FIPSA Awards recognise packaging innovations that are better to use, efficient to produce, and safer for the environment. The recognition highlights Cosmo Films’ strong focus on advancing responsible packaging through product innovation, material efficiency, and sustainable design.

The Easy Seal Peel CPP Lidding Film has been developed to offer superior sealing performance along with easy peelability, enhancing consumer convenience while maintaining packaging integrity. The High Shrink PET Film delivers excellent shrink performance and aesthetics, enabling brands to achieve superior shelf appeal and operational efficiency. The High Shrink PETG Film with 30% Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) content supports circular economy objectives by incorporating recycled content without compromising performance, making it a sustainable solution for modern packaging applications.

Commenting on the achievement, Mr. Kulbhushan Malik, Global Business Head, Cosmo Films, said, “We are honoured to receive three FIPSA 2026 Awards, which reaffirm our commitment to developing innovative and sustainable packaging solutions. At Cosmo Films, innovation and sustainability go hand in hand, and these recognitions reflect our continuous efforts to create products that not only deliver superior performance but also contribute towards a more responsible packaging ecosystem. We remain committed to partnering with brands across industries to help them achieve their packaging and sustainability goals.”

The awards further strengthen Cosmo Films’ position as a leading specialty films manufacturer focused on delivering high-value, future-ready packaging solutions. With sustainability becoming a key priority for brands and consumers alike, the company continues to invest in research and development to create innovative products that support resource efficiency, recyclability, and reduced environmental impact.

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·         Displaying complete range of automotive solutions including window films and coatings 

Mumbai, 03 February 2026: Cosmo Consumer, the consumer-facing vertical of Cosmo First, announced the launch of two new car protection solutions at Automechanika, while showcasing its complete range of automotive protection products at Yashobhoomi, Dwarka from 5^th to 7^th January at Hall No. 02, Booth P-70.

New product introductions at the event include Gold+ & Silver, strengthening Cosmo PPF’s offering across protection levels and finish options. The Matte and Black variants come with a five-year warranty and are being formally presented at the exhibition. The company is also outlining its tiered PPF structure, with Gold Plus offered with a seven-year warranty and the Silver range positioned with a three-year warranty. The Gold+ PPF has been manufactured using best-in-class TPU and adhesive that ensure great protection and long-lasting durability.

Leading with Cosmo PPF on the event fascia, the brand is presenting its expanding portfolio of PPF, coatings, and window films as automobile after-market solutions. The showcase brings together offerings designed to address both protection requirements and evolving finish preferences within the auto detailing segment. Products on display include complete range of Paint Protection Films, automotive window film kits, and coatings and compounds.

Speaking about the development, Mr. Abhineesh Das, Business Head – Sunshield & PPF, said, “Automechanika gives us an opportunity to present the full width of Cosmo PPF’s automotive protection portfolio on a single platform. Along with window film solutions, we are outlining a clear PPF structure through defined tiers and warranty coverage. India’s aftermarket for automobile protection is steadily growing. Our extension of the product portfolio reflects how we are building quality Made-in-India products for installers, detailing studios, and customers – to cater to rising demand and unique needs of today.”

Automechanika, New Delhi allows Cosmo PPF to engage with installers, detailers, distributors, and automotive professionals from across the country – making it a great platform to launch such industry niche products. The participation and showcase of the entire range further reflect the company’s focus on creating value-added solutions for the automotive protection industry.

Cosmo PPF continues to expand its automotive solutions with an emphasis on sustainable products, clear segmentation, defined warranty coverage, and suitability for everyday driving conditions in India.

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India’s pet food market has been expanding rapidly, driven by rising pet adoption and premiumisation, with the segment estimated to be one of the fastest-growing within the broader pet care industry. This surge in demand has created a need for reliable, and safe packaging structures – a need Cosmo Films is addressing through its enhanced specialty film portfolio.

Cosmo Films’ new offering includes its TR-BOPP heat-resistant transparent film, capable of withstanding temperatures up to 185°C with uniform linear tear, creating a strong alternative to conventional PET print layers used in pet food packaging. The portfolio also features anti-fog transparent BOPET lidding films, COPET-coated BOPET for improved adhesion and machinability, and coated metallized BOPET films designed to provide excellent oxygen and moisture barrier performance for sensitive dry and wet pet food applications. It further addresses dry pet food, treats, and functional nutrition segments through Ultra High Barrier (UHB) grade metallized BOPP films, which serve as a sustainable replacement for aluminium foil by reducing material complexity while delivering robust oxygen and moisture barrier performance, and the ready-to-eat pet food segment through retort-grade CPP films that withstand high-temperature processing while ensuring food safety and shelf-life integrity.

Commenting on the product introduction for the market, Mr Pankaj Poddar, Group CEO, Cosmo First said “The pet food category is evolving rapidly, and packaging must evolve with it. With this expansion, we are leveraging our deep specialty films expertise and applying critical insights gained from building Zigly, our fast-growing pet care business. Our direct understanding of pet parent consumer behaviour and product requirements enables us to engineer packaging films that deliver superior safety, barrier performance, convenience, and brand differentiation. This is a strategic category for the future, and we are committed to supporting its growth with world-class solutions.”

The new expanded offerings cater to the growing demand for packaging solutions that ensure product protection, safety, extended shelf life, and visual appeal. The films are also backed by the company’s globally recognized food-safe manufacturing standards, including FSSC 22000 and FDA-compliant structures, making them highly compatible and intuitive to deploy across both dry and wet pet food applications.

Cosmo Films foray into pet-food-ready packaging films aligns with its broader strategy of expanding into high-growth, high-value applications across flexible packaging. Supported by strong R&D capabilities, global certifications, and multi-technology manufacturing, the company continues to drive innovation across categories that demand enhanced performance and safety.

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Mumbai, 05^th December 2025: Cosmo Consumer, the consumer-facing vertical of Cosmo First, is participating in two leading industry exhibitions, presenting its growing range of high-performance Paint Protection Films (PPF) and Window Films for automotive, residential, and architectural applications. The simultaneous showcases reflect the company’s accelerating presence across high-growth consumer categories, backed by strong R&D, quality-led manufacturing, and a rapidly expanding distribution footprint.

Cosmo PPF is exhibiting at The Auto Style World Expo, being held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi from 5^th-7^th December. Products at display include the advanced PPF range, engineered to deliver long-lasting gloss, durability, and resistance against harsh environmental conditions. The suite of automotive window films – designed for heat rejection, UV protection, and enhanced driving comfort is also another highlight – all being displayed at Stall No. 11071.

Simultaneously, Cosmo Sunshield is participating in the ZAK Doors & Windows Expo, being held at the Bombay Exhibition Centre (NESCO), Mumbai from 4^th-7^th December. At Stall No. D1F17, Cosmo Sunshield is showcasing its specialised architectural and residential window film portfolio, including the Ultra Cool Series, Safety Films, and Privacy Films. These products are designed to enhance energy efficiency, comfort, and aesthetics across modern living and workspaces.

Speaking about Cosmo Consumer’s presence at the two expos, Mr. Abhineesh Das, Business Head – Sunshield & PPF, said, “The response to Cosmo Sunshield and Cosmo PPF has been extremely encouraging since commercial launch. Our participation in these exhibitions allows us to demonstrate the quality, performance, and innovation behind our PPF and window films to both domestic and global audiences. We are confident that both these exhibitions will enable deeper engagement with installers, architects, auto detailers, OEM networks, and channel partners.”

Cosmo Consumer’s participation underscores Cosmo First’s broader strategy of building scalable, high-margin consumer businesses. With strong traction in distribution, consistent product development, and rising acceptance across automotive and architectural categories, Cosmo Consumer aims to accelerate growth and demand across India and international markets.

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Bengaluru, 12^th November, 2025: Cosmo First Limited, a leading global conglomerate into multiple businesses (including Specialty/Consumer Films & Chemicals, Rigid Packaging, and Petcare) has entered a strategic 50-50 joint venture with Filmax Corporation, a renowned South Korean Films & Chemical Company with strong local market equity. The new entity is set to jointly introduce and scale multiple business verticals of Cosmo First into the South Korean market and take Filmax products into the global market through the former’s various global arms. 

Partnership Highlights

• The JV will leverage
  • Cosmo First’s cutting-edge technology, global supply chain, and proven expertise in innovative specialty & consumer films, chemicals and rigid packaging, and
  • Filmax Corporation’s robust brand equity, market reach and consumer loyalty in the South Korean market
• Both partners will share an equal equity stake, reflecting their commitment to long-term growth and shared value creation.
• The JV will deliver enhanced products for manufacturers and brand owners, benefitting from local insights and global best practices.

Chairman and Managing Director, Cosmo First, Mr Ashok Jaipuria commented on the occasion, “This collaboration marks an exciting new chapter for Cosmo First. By joining hands with Filmax Corporation, we merge global innovation with South Korean excellence. Together, we are confident of achieving ambitious growth, delivering superior value to customers across the globe, and setting new standards in specialty film solutions.”

Speaking on the joint venture, Chairman, Filmax Corporation, Mr Byung Ik Woo said, “Our partnership with Cosmo First is a major step toward not only reinforcing our leadership position in the region but also taking our expertise to the global stage. By combining Cosmo First’s proficiency in innovative specialty films and chemicals with our robust market presence and reach in South Korea, we aim to set new industry benchmarks. We look forward to driving this impactful and value-driven association.”

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At the heart of this journey lies Balmitra, an initiative that trains and deploys local educated women as educators within their own communities. These Balmitras serve not only as teachers but as role models and catalysts of change – bridging the gap between home and school, tradition and progress. They engage with families to dismantle deep-rooted biases, ensuring that every girl child has the right and opportunity to learn.

To create a more inclusive and enabling environment, the Foundation has also introduced a series of interventions – ranging from menstrual hygiene awareness programmes and gender-segregated sanitation facilities in schools to self-defence training that builds both physical and mental resilience. Recognising that education must translate into opportunity, Cosmo Foundation also equips girls with digital literacy, English fluency, and technical skills in emerging sectors such as electric vehicle maintenance and automobile servicing – preparing them to enter and thrive in industries traditionally dominated by men.

Stories like that of Saleha Malek, an 11th-grade student from Karjan, stand testament to this change. Once limited by rural realities, Saleha is now a self-reliant young entrepreneur whose papercraft business supports her education and household, thanks to the Foundation’s mentorship and exposure programmes.

Speaking on the occasion, Ms. Yamini Kumar Jaipuria, Managing Trustee, Cosmo Foundation and Whole-time Director (Corporate Strategy, ESG and CSR), Cosmo First, said “Over the years, we have seen that true empowerment begins when change is nurtured from within the community. Our girls are not just beneficiaries of education; they are drivers of transformation. When a girl learns to use a computer, speaks English with confidence, or repairs an electric vehicle, she’s not just breaking barriers – she’s redefining what’s possible for an entire village. At Cosmo Foundation, we believe our mission is complete only when every girl has the tools and confidence to write her own story. Because when you educate a girl, you empower a family, a community, and the future. Every girl deserves the chance to rise, shine, and lead.”

Through its sustained initiatives, Cosmo Foundation continues to nurture grassroots change, creating an ecosystem where girls in rural India are equipped not only to dream but to achieve – becoming the architects of a more equitable tomorrow.

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·      Witnessed over 80% reduction in data preparation efforts for analytics and data science 

Bengaluru—2nd September 2025— Cosmo First Limited, a global conglomerate and a leading player in specialty films for packaging, lamination, labelling, and synthetic paper, has selected Snowflake’s AI Data Cloud to build a next-gen centralized data platform by modernizing legacy systems, optimizing operations, and streamlining data workflows. By choosing Snowflake, the company accelerates its digital transformation journey, making business processes more efficient and enabling various departments across five business units to access real-time insights and make better data-driven decisions. Snowflake is supporting Cosmo First in laying the foundation for artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) led capabilities to drive innovation and industry leadership.

Before adopting Snowflake, Cosmo First struggled with siloed data across multiple environments. This created challenges around centralized reporting, delayed data access, and difficulties enabling cross-functional analytics. In addition, data pipelining for ML workloads was not seamless. Snowflake, along with the implementation partner Kasmo Digital, has helped the company consolidate this fragmented landscape into a unified, cloud-native platform, allowing near real-time, secure, and seamless access to enterprise-wide data. Sales and marketing teams are now benefiting from faster customer insights and campaign tracking, data science teams have rapid access to clean, structured data for model deployment, and leadership has access to real-time daily, weekly, and monthly reports to guide strategic decisions.

With the adoption of the Snowflake platform, Cosmo First has transformed its data operations, achieving a 75% reduction in infrastructure and maintenance costs through decommissioning legacy data warehouses. Furthermore, an over 80% reduction in data preparation efforts for analytics and data science equips teams with faster insights, improved reporting speed, and frequency. Snowflake’s platform empowers the company with robust scalability, enhanced security with features like role-based access control (RBAC), allowing seamless onboarding of new businesses and tools.

With access to enriched, real-time data insights through Snowflake, Cosmo First is leveraging ML-driven models to predict repeat orders based on past buying behaviour, enabling proactive outreach to customers. They are unifying diagnostic reporting across all businesses on a single platform and deploying cross-platform marketing analytics that seamlessly integrate CRM, web, and digital data. To further improve engagement and trust, a multi-agent AI chatbot on one of the group companies’ websites provides near instant, 24/7 responses to customers’ product and technical queries.

Speaking on the collaboration, Sriram Arthanari, Chief Information Officer, Cosmo First Limited, said, “At Cosmo First, digital transformation is a strategic driver for agility and innovation, enabling us to deliver greater value to our customers and partners. Snowflake’s AI Data Cloud serves as the single source of truth and acts as a unified data backbone for us. It allows our business team to innovate faster, shorten time-to-market, and enhance competitive agility.”

“In a conglomerate as diverse as Cosmo First, data consolidation is critical to seamlessly collaborate across the supply chain, while enabling them to maintain security, privacy, and compliance,” said Vijayant Rai, Managing Director – India, Snowflake. “Cosmo First’s adoption of our AI Data Cloud demonstrates how unifying data and enabling real-time insights can empower large, multi-vertical organisations to gain operational efficiency and scale AI initiatives, leading to better decision-making.”

 “Kasmo is proud to partner with Cosmo First to deploy the Snowflake AI Data Cloud. Beyond consolidating data and improving efficiency, this transformation also enables the adoption of AI to uncover deeper insights and fuel competitive advantage,” said Rajesh Pawar, CEO, Kasmo Digital.

Looking ahead, Cosmo First plans to leverage Snowflake’s AI and ML-ready architecture to power its next phase of intelligent automation and innovation. This includes rolling out AI-powered recommendation engines for customer insights, predictive maintenance models for manufacturing equipment, and AI-driven personalization in marketing campaigns.

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Bengaluru, 06^th May, 2025: Cosmo Sunshield, the premium window films vertical of Cosmo First, launched its second brand film #SweatWhereItCounts, as part of their summer campaign. The brand recently had also launched its first film #ShockKamSavingsZyada last month, highlighting the significant electricity saving offered by these films. With 100+ product offerings, Cosmo Sunshield’s premium range of automotive and architectural window films are designed to deliver superior sun protection, energy savings, and enhanced aesthetics. The campaign at large aims to highlight the brand’s new offerings for consumers while educating them about the simple effective measures for energy conservation in indoor spaces.

The new film opens in a fitness center where a woman is working out intensively, perspiring from her dedicated physical effort. The scene then transitions to her residential setting where despite being in a relaxed position, she continues to experience discomfort due to excessive heat resulting from prolonged exposure to IR rays. Relief then becomes evident as professionals install Cosmo Sunshield window films throughout her residence. The film concludes with the tagline – “Sweat at the gym, not at the home. With Cosmo Sunshield Window Films, Sweat Where It Counts,” while emphasizing the product’s heat rejection abilities and its effectiveness in maintaining optimal indoor temperatures and comfort levels. 

Film link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6wpeeXbTds

Speaking on the new brand film, Mr. Pankaj Poddar, Group CEO, Cosmo First said, “Excessive heat and unwanted electricity bills are two major challenges that consumers face during summer season. Our window films have been innovatively designed to block up to 90% IR rays and more than 99% UV rays, while allowing maximum visible natural light to illuminate interior spaces. This ensures that homes and indoor spaces remain cool with optimised AC usage leading to up to 20% slash in electricity bills for consumers. Our second brand film showcases and highlights this direct benefit that consumers can enjoy during the upcoming summer season. Through this short yet quirky film, we aim to directly address the existing challenges that consumers face and provide them with science-backed sustainable solutions.”

Cosmo Sunshield’s product portfolio includes heat rejection window films that maintain indoor comfort without sacrificing daylight, as well as safety and privacy films that offer shatter-resistance and varying levels of visibility. With a typical payback period of 2–5 years, Cosmo Sunshield window films serve as a smart investment for energy savings and sustainable heat management.

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The new stores are at JP Nagar and Bel road at Bengaluru; Sector 35 B in Chandigarh – a 24*7 facility, and Shankar Road, Rajinder Nagar, Delhi.

Along with this, Zigly has opened two pet hospitals, which is in line with the brand’s mission to provide a holistic and comprehensive petcare ecosystem for the pet parents and their furry friends. This also synergises its vision to complement pet care with full-scale vet services and timely treatment for pets.

As part of this expansion, the Kailash Colony Experiential Center in Delhi has been transformed into a fully-operational pet hospital. Furthermore, to enhance its presence in the southern market, Zigly has opened its hospital in Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad.

Additionally, JP Nagar, Bel Road & Shankar Road centers provides Specialty Vet Care Services – Vaccinations, Consultations, Surgeries, and Radiology, with Chandigarh store complementing Zigly’s vet services with 24×7 vet care services as well as Emergency Care, IPD & Ultrasound. 

“With the new year, we are bringing fresh tidings for our pet parents, new and existing, to provide an ever-improving petcare ecosystem in India. Our expansion strategy reflects our commitment to elevating the standards of pet healthcare in the country, with the transformation of our iconic Kailash Colony Experiential Center into a hospital and opening of a new one in Hyderabad. These mark just some of the many beginnings of our enhanced service offerings for pet parents,” said Mr Pankaj Poddar, Group CEO, Cosmo First.

The company is also strengthening its veterinary expertise by welcoming Dr Mahendran to the medical leadership team, bringing decades of specialized experience in pet healthcare. Dr Mahendra has over 35 years of experience and is the Head of Hospitals at Zigly.

The petcare industry in India experiencing robust growth with an expected annual growth rate of 19% over the next decade. This is mainly driven due to growing disposable incomes and increasing pet ownership by millennials and Gen-Z who view pets as family members. Interestingly, there has been an uptick in pet adoption from Tier 2 and 3 cities as well providing tailwinds to the growth of the petcare industry.

Due to this emotional connection between pet parents and their furry friends, Zigly has witnessed higher spending on premium products, including high-quality food, along with growing demands for pet services such as grooming, veterinary care and pet-friendly, safe accessories and toys. This has led to the rise of e-commerce platforms to cater for this demand. Zigly Lifestyle, FurPro grooming range, and the Applod treats and biscuits range are part of the petcare brand’s in-house products and services to address these demands.

Moving ahead in 2025, Zigly has initiated a home delivery service within 90 minutes of ordering pet food and accessories as well as introducing a dedicated e-commerce website in the pipeline.

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Ms Jaipuria will support the Chairman & Managing Director in transforming the Company into a ‘Future Ready’ organization and work closely with the Board, Group CEO, and business/functional heads on Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) including Corporate Social Responsibility and Business Ethics. Her focus areas will also include Social Media, Employer and Corporate Branding, and Diversity and Inclusion, along with leadership building and nurturing of the next generation of leaders within the organisation.

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