Almarai has signed a multimillion-euro contract with JBT Marel for the supply of three advanced fish processing lines, marking a significant investment in the company’s growing seafood portfolio. The agreement supports Almarai’s strategy to diversify its protein offerings while strengthening domestic food production capacity in Saudi Arabia. Under the contract, JBT …
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FIX Dessert Chocolatier has announced its Ramadan collection, introducing a new white chocolate version of its knafeh-inspired bar alongside the return of two seasonal flavours. The collection will be available exclusively on Careem from 18 February. The new product, “Can’t Get Knafeh Of It,” expands on the brand’s existing knafeh bar …
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Nestlé’s iconic Maggi has partnered with kitchen appliance manufacturer Ninja to introduce a new range of Maggi Air Fryer mixes across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), responding to rising demand for convenient, appliance-specific home cooking solutions. The collaboration combines Maggi’s culinary expertise with Ninja’s strong presence in the air fryer category, targeting consumers seeking …
Precautionary recalls of infant formula products across the Middle East and North Africa have expanded, bringing renewed focus on batch traceability and regulatory coordination in the packaged nutrition sector. Earlier this month, Nestlé announced a voluntary recall of selected batches of its NAN, S-26 and ALFAMINO infant formula products distributed …
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Al Wafir for Marketing Services K.S.C.C., a Kuwait-based company, has announced a voluntary conditional cash offer to acquire between 50% plus one share and up to 51% of the issued and paid-up ordinary shares of UNIKAI Foods P.J.S.C., one of the UAE’s oldest food and beverage companies. The offer, priced at AED …
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Kraft Heinz has introduced a new packaging format for its ketchup products, designed to improve on-the-go consumption. The new design, called the “Heinz Dipper,” is a fry box featuring a built-in compartment for ketchup. It is being rolled out in restaurants and sports venues across eleven countries, including the United States, Canada, …
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Marks & Spencer has expanded its Only Ingredients food range as part of a broader response to criticism around ultra-processed foods and concerns over on-pack labelling transparency. In 2025, the retailer faced accusations that some own-brand products understated ingredient information on packaging. The Real Bread Campaign alleged that one white bread …
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DS Smith has partnered with Romanian agricultural cooperative Serele SupeR to replace ten million single-use plastic packages with fibre-based corrugated cardboard solutions for fresh tomato products. The project was implemented following an assessment of existing plastic packaging formats and resulted in the development of four recyclable corrugated punnets designed for different cherry tomato …
Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation (MCC) has developed a new coating technology that imparts gas barrier and oil-resistant properties to paper-based packaging, using its proprietary SoarnoL™ solution. The development is positioned as a PFAS-free alternative for food packaging applications, addressing growing regulatory concerns around per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The technology enables the …
PepsiCo has introduced a new line of colorless snack products under the brand Simply NKD™, offering additive-free versions of its popular Doritos® and Cheetos® products. The launch includes four variants: Doritos® Simply NKD™ Nacho Cheese, Doritos® Simply NKD™ Cool Ranch®, Cheetos® Simply NKD™ Puffs, and Cheetos® Simply NKD™ Flamin’ Hot®. …
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