Packaging professionals from Saudi Arabia recently gathered to explore innovations shaping the sector at a successful BOBST and Simpex roadshow. The event showcased the latest technologies and trends in flexible packaging, labels, corrugated board, and folding cartons, emphasizing their impact on production efficiency. Simpex, a prominent Saudi company specializing in the trade of …
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Procter & Gamble (P&G) has announced the launch of its third annual Women Entrepreneurs Academy on March 7th and 8th, reaffirming its commitment to equality and inclusion. The initiative aims to empower approximately 30 women in achieving their business aspirations by providing them with the necessary skills and resources to succeed in the competitive …
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Riyadh based Marina Inc. Printers, a prominent packaging and commercial print house with 25-year history of success, announces a significant enhancement to its capabilities through the acquisition of the state-of-the-art Heidelberg Speedmaster Five-Color Offset Press with Coating System-Model CX 104-5+L. Mr Hadi Bassil, Managing Director of Marina Inc. Printers, reflects on the company’s …
Koenig & Bauer AG, a prominent global technology provider for special printing applications with a focus on the packaging sector, has announced that it met its own forecast for 2023, according to preliminary unaudited figures. Group earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) reached €29.9m, falling within the forecast range of €25m to €35m. …
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Huhtamaki, a global packaging company, has announced plans to consolidate its production footprint in China within the Fiber Foodservice Europe-Asia-Oceania segment. This decision entails the closure of its production sites in Tianjin and Shanghai by the end of Q2 2024, with production being transferred to the Guangzhou manufacturing site. The company will, however, continue …
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Milliken & Company, a diversified global manufacturer, has earned a place on the 2024 World’s Most Ethical Companies list by Ethisphere, renowned for defining ethical business practices. This annual recognition celebrates organizations demonstrating a robust commitment to business integrity through comprehensive ethics, compliance, and governance programs. Notably, Milliken is among only six honorees to …
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ePac Flexible Packaging, a global provider of high-quality finished pouches and rollstock, has announced a partnership with Project Waterfall, a prominent charity in the coffee sector. The company pledges to donate 2% of its global coffee product sales in 2023 to support coffee-growing communities worldwide with clean water, sanitation, and education initiatives. Paul …
Windmöller & Hölscher (W&H), a leading machine manufacturer, is set to showcase its latest developments and innovations in printing technology for the flexible packaging industry at drupa 2024 in Düsseldorf, Germany, and at an In-house EXPO at its company headquarters in Lengerich. Under the slogan “Get in the Loop – Discover. Connect. …
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In January 2024, Luciana Pellegrino, President of the World Packaging Organisation (WPO), unveiled the names of the Vice Presidents comprising the new Executive Team. This team will oversee WPO’s portfolios during Pellegrino’s term from 2024 to 2027, collaborating closely with WPO Members, partner organizations, and the global market. “I am thrilled to announce …
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Veolia, through its RECAPP service, and TotalEnergies Marketing Middle East (TEMME) have joined hands for a groundbreaking recycling initiative in Dubai, marking a significant move to enhance the country’s recycling capabilities. The partnership aims to introduce an innovative recycling solution across TotalEnergies service centers in the UAE. Through the RECAPP service, Veolia will …
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