Tetra Pak packaging technology integrated at Meliha Dairy Factory in Sharjah

    The Meliha Dairy Factory in Sharjah was officially inaugurated by Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, marking the launch of a fully integrated dairy production and packaging operation in the United Arab Emirates. A central feature of the project is the deployment of Tetra Pak’s carton packaging technology, which forms a core …

Tetra Pak and García Carrión introduce world’s first paper-based barrier for juice cartons

      Tetra Pak, in partnership with Spanish beverage producer García Carrión, has launched the world’s first aseptic juice carton using a paper-based barrier. The 200 ml Tetra Brik® Aseptic Slim Leaf carton is being rolled out under García Carrión’s Don Simón brand and marks a new development in food packaging material aimed at …

Tetra Pak unveils Factory OS™ at Gulfood Manufacturing: A decisive step toward AI-ready food and packaging production

  Ben Daniel, Editor-in-Chief, Packaging MEA reports from Gulfood Manufacturing, Dubai         Tetra Pak used the global stage of Gulfood Manufacturing 2025 to launch Tetra Pak® Factory OS™, its most advanced Automation and Digitalisation platform to date. Positioned as a modular, open and scalable smart-factory ecosystem, Factory OS™ represents a strategic shift in …

SIG secures 9 filling line contracts and wins innovation award at Gulfood Manufacturing 2025

SIG has signed contracts to supply nine aseptic filling lines during the Gulfood Manufacturing 2025 trade show, held from November 4 to 6 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The deals, concluded during the three-day event, reflect SIG’s expanding role in aseptic packaging for the food and beverage sector across the region. The company also …

ALCA Corp debuts world’s first products filled on SIG’s new in-line aseptic pouch system

    SIG and ALCA Corp have announced the launch of the first commercial products filled on SIG’s next-generation aseptic spouted pouch system featuring in-line pouch sterilization. The new system, SIG Prime 55 In-Line Aseptic, removes the need for third-party pre-sterilization of pouches. The debut will take place at Anuga 2025 in Cologne, Germany, from …

SIG launches recycle-ready wine bag-in-box packaging with APR recognition

SIG has introduced a new recycle-ready bag-in-box packaging solution for wine, using its SIG Terra RecShield BD laminate and SIG Terra FlexTap. The new offering is designed to meet the performance demands of wine distribution while also aligning with recyclability criteria. The bag-in-box format marks SIG’s first wine packaging to be recognized under the APR …

SIG and PulPac Partner to Scale Paper-Based Closures for Aseptic Cartons

    SIG has partnered with PulPac to develop paper-based closures for aseptic cartons, aiming for large-scale production of caps and bases using Dry Molded Fiber technology. Announced on 22 July 2025, the exclusive programme seeks to match the performance of conventional plastic closures.     The collaboration supports SIG’s commitment to reach 90 % …

SIG Launches First 1-Litre Aseptic Carton Without Aluminum Layer for Juice Category

      SIG has introduced the first aseptic 1-litre carton pack offering full barrier protection without an aluminum layer. The new SIG Terra Alu-free + Full barrier packaging material is now commercially available on retail shelves, marking an expansion from single-serve to multi-serve formats.     The new development enters the juice category for …