Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages (HCCB), Filmtec LLP and ExxonMobil Signature Polymers have developed a 17-micron nano cast stretch film intended to reduce material consumption in pallet wrapping while maintaining mechanical properties. The project downgauged HCCB’s conventional cast stretch film from 23 microns to 17 microns, cutting film thickness by 26%. Filmtec produced …
PAKPRO Kenya and Scouts launch TUWEZESHE program to promote recycling in 150 schools
PAKPRO Kenya and the Kenya Scouts Association launched a partnership on 17 September to provide environmental education and packaging-recovery activities for young people across Kenya. The collaboration includes the launch of TUWEZESHE, PAKPRO’s environmental education and awareness programme. It is intended to give young people knowledge, skills and practical tools for environmental …
UFlex invests US$126m in Egypt aseptic packaging plant
UFlex is preparing to start commercial production at a new US$126 million aseptic packaging facility in Ain Sokhna, Egypt, by the end of 2026, expanding its Asepto manufacturing footprint closer to customers across the Middle East, Africa and Europe. The 30-acre greenfield facility will have an annual production capacity of 12 …
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Baladna reports 2025 water, energy and emissions progress in Qatar
Baladna has released its 2025 Sustainability Report, its third consecutive sustainability report, outlining environmental, operational and local-value measures undertaken by the Qatar-based food and dairy company during the year. The company reported achieving 100% water recycling capability in 2025. It also said it reduced energy consumption by 12% and emissions by 41%, although …
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Durst Group to acquire MPS, expanding its label printing platform
Durst Group has agreed to acquire the holding company of MPS Printing B.V., adding flexographic press technology to its digital and hybrid label-production portfolio. The transaction, announced in Brixen and Chicago during LOUPE Americas on 15 September 2026, remains subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals. Netherlands-based MPS, which …
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AuraVeo turns El Caficultor coffee packaging into a direct subscription channel
AuraVeo by Koenig & Bauer has partnered with Appetite Creative and speciality coffee brand El Caficultor to introduce packaging that connects shoppers to product information and coffee subscriptions. Announced in London on 15 September 2026, the system will be demonstrated at London Packaging Week on 16–17 September. It helps El …
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DEWA employees recycle nearly 119,000 bottles and cans in Dubai
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority employees recycled 118,967 plastic bottles and aluminium cans during the first half of 2026 through smart collection machines installed across several DEWA buildings. Announced on 12 September 2026, the results form part of DEWA’s employee recycling initiative, launched in October 2022. Since its introduction, employees have deposited …
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GEW launches EOS UV power and control platform at LOUPE Americas
GEW has launched its EOS power and control platform at LOUPE Americas 2026 in Chicago, replacing the company’s RHINO Power infrastructure. The platform introduces redesigned power supplies, control electronics, cabling and UV system control software. GEW said the changes are intended to improve efficiency, modularity, equipment integration and maintenance across its UV …
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Vibe Closure Systems launches industrial pail and drum closure portfolio
Dubai-based Vibe Closure Systems (VCS) has launched a portfolio of closure technologies for industrial pails and drums used in chemicals, coatings, lubricants and other applications. The company is led by David Pritchett, who spent 25 years at Rieke/TriMas Packaging, including ten as president, and Riddhamn Baahri, who served as vice president of …
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Sihl launches coated PE film range for print-on-demand labels under EU PPWR
Sihl introduced a polyethylene film facestock portfolio with aqueous inkjet coatings on 21 July 2026, targeting print-on-demand label production and mono-material PE packaging applications. The range brings aqueous inkjet printing to PE films and is intended for labels applied to curved, flexible and small-diameter containers. Sihl said the films have lower …
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