Hotpack Global has expanded its manufacturing capabilities in 2024 by installing advanced machinery from Windmöller & Hölscher (W&H) at its newly established facility, further strengthening the long-standing partnership between the two companies. The latest investment includes the MIRAFLEX II flexographic press, the HELIOSTAR II gravure press, and the OPTIMEX II blown film line—all engineered …
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Borealis has launched Borcycle™ M CWT120CL, a new recycled linear low density polyethylene (rLLDPE) grade containing 85% post-consumer recyclate (PCR). Developed in collaboration with Ecoplast, a Borealis Group company, the grade is designed for non-food flexible packaging, including stretch film, stretch hood, and agricultural or protective films. The material marks a technical …
SIG Group AG reported a 3.4% increase in revenue for the first quarter of 2025 compared to the same period last year, reflecting steady momentum across its global operations. The Switzerland-based packaging company also posted an adjusted EBITDA margin of 22.3%, up from 21.5% in Q1 2024, indicating gains in operational efficiency and cost control. …
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Borouge Plc has announced a new phase of production capacity expansion, expected to raise its annual output to over 6.6 million tonnes by 2028. The initiatives are projected to add over 200,000 tonnes per annum of capacity and contribute between $165 million and $200 million (AED600 million–730 million) annually in EBITDA. The …
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Weave Ghana Limited has introduced a refreshed packaging design for its Mega Growth brand alongside the launch of a nationwide educational campaign, “Relax Right.” The rebranding effort was formally announced at an event in Accra on April 8, 2025. The updated Mega Growth packaging features images of African women, replacing the previous …
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BRF, a global leader in the food sector, has announced the start of construction on a new processed food factory in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The investment, carried out through BRF Arabia Holding Company, is valued at approximately US$ 160 million. With an annual production capacity of around 40,000 tons, the new plant …
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DP World has officially opened a new, state-of-the-art temperature-controlled distribution facility in Walvis Bay, reinforcing Namibia’s cold chain infrastructure. The $2 million investment is part of DP World’s broader strategy to enhance trade efficiency and meet growing demand across the food service, hospitality, retail, and export sectors in the region. The facility, …
Rasasi Perfumes has unveiled two new additions to its Hawas collection: Hawas Fire and Hawas Pink. Building on the success of Hawas and Hawas Ice, the brand advances its innovation in fragrance design and packaging. Hawas Fire presents a bold interpretation of intensity and sophistication. The bottle features a sleek, rectangular silhouette …
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Tetra Pak and Schoeller Allibert have announced the launch of new transport crates manufactured using polyAl derived from used beverage cartons. The innovation will be showcased at the Plastics Recycling Show in Amsterdam from 1 to 2 April 2025. Schoeller Allibert, a global player in returnable transport packaging, developed the crates by …
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Guala Closures, a global player in producing closures for the spirits, wine, beer, non-alcoholic beverages, and edible oil industries, has inaugurated a new manufacturing facility in Lagos Free Zone. This expansion marks a significant milestone in the company’s growth strategy, reinforcing its commitment to Africa and one of the continent’s most dynamic economies. …
