RECAPP 2.0 to make recycling experience more user-friendly in UAE

RECAPP, Veolia’s digital recycling solution for individuals and businesses, has released a new version of its mobile application offering a suite of features that benefits both individuals as well as the environment.   Aimed to raise environmental consciousness among individuals, the advanced version of the app is more ergonomic, giving users the ability to track …

Avery Dennison acquires Thermopatch

Avery Dennison announced that it has completed its acquisition of Thermopatch, one of the leaders specialising in labeling, embellishments, and transfers for the sports, industrial laundry, workwear and hospitality industries.   Thermopatch will become part of the company’s Solutions Group. The acquisition will allow the combined business to build on collective industry knowledge, leveraging the …

GMG partners with Sun Chemical for new colour development technology

GMG, the developer behind a suite of market-leading proofing and color management tools, and Sun Chemical, one of the leader in inks for packaging, have partnered together to create a next-generation digital color workflow system.   The new solution, powered by GMG ColorCard technology, enables customers to digitise their color workflows, delivering unprecedented value in …

MPS unveils VirtualCoach real-time operating tool

MPS connectivity and performance service has launched VirtualCoach, a new product which offers to enhance the quality and efficiency of printing press performance. It is a real-time innovative operating tool that works within MPSConnect and is available on all new MPS presses.   As a personalised, data-driven AI instructional and guidance application, VirtualCoach is based …

Tanmiah Food Company plans to invest 4.5bln SAR by 2030

Tanmiah Food Company has announced several key developments with the MHP SE, Agricultural Development Fund (ADF), Saudi Investment Recycling Company (SIRC), and National Center for Vegetation Development and Combating Desertification (NCVC) to improve sustainable food security and production, increase recycling capabilities, and improve quality of life.   As the only listed poultry company in the …

Mespack-Famartec partner to deliver pharma solution

Mespack and Famartec have announced their collaboration regarding the development of a high-quality integrated solution for the pharmaceutical sector; the solution will integrate primary and secondary packaging. The growing demand from pharmaceutical customers for a complete solution to address their production needs encouraged both leading machinery manufacturing companies to join forces in order to respond …

Continental develops tire from recycled rubber and plastic bottles

Continental, one of the leading tire manufacturers uses recycled rubber, rice husks and plastic bottles for tire production. The company develops technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and aims for all tires to be made of sustainable materials.   Claus Petschick, Head of Sustainability at Continental Tires, said, “Continental is on …

Agthia Group showcased growing portfolio at Gulfood 2023

Agthia Group, one of the region’s leading food & beverage companies, participated at the Gulfood 2023, which was held in Dubai from 20 to 24 February 2023.   Agthia showcased its full brand portfolio across the water, food, snacking, and protein business verticals; underscoring a significant increase in its product offerings and strengthened regional presence …

Al Thika Packaging present paper-based structure that exceeds protection rates of traditional fragile wraps

Tim Ansell SALES DIRECTOR, AL THIKA PACKAGING Al Thika and its partner Hexcelwrap presented Curby Mailers, an easy-to-use paper-based structure that exceeds the protection rates of traditional fragile wraps. The cushioning material replaces bubble wrap and offers substantial benefits over traditional wrapping mxroviding a significant return on investment for end-users, including damage reductions, pack time …