Global packaging supplier Elopak has launched a new paperboard aimed at reducing the carbon footprint of chilled liquid cartons. The Natural White Board, developed in collaboration with Stora Enso, delivers up to 14% lower greenhouse gas emissions compared to cartons made with standard board. The new material retains the same functional performance …
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Starbucks has announced the phased launch of its redesigned hot takeaway cups across ten European countries. The updated cup replaces the traditional plastic lining with a mineral-based coating, and the plastic lid with a fibre alternative. Both components are home compostable and widely recyclable. Developed in collaboration with Transcend Packaging, Qwarzo®, and …
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Messe Düsseldorf integrates flagship fairs K, interpack, and drupa into Saudi Arabia’s leading plastics, print, and packaging exhibitions. Messe Düsseldorf is accelerating its global footprint with the expansion of its flagship trade shows—K, interpack, and drupa—into the Middle East, marking a pivotal collaboration with the Riyadh Exhibitions Company (REC). Through a new strategic agreement, the …
Agthia Group PJSC (“Agthia” or “the Group”), a leading food and beverage company in the region, has acquired a 100% stake in Riviere Mineral Water Desalination & Filling Factory LLC (“Riviere”), one of the UAE’s largest bottled water home and office services (HOS) providers. This strategic acquisition, approved by Agthia’s Board of Directors, is …
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This year marks the 70th anniversary of the invention of the bag-in-box packaging system, a significant milestone for SIG. Originally developed in 1955 by American chemist William R. Scholle, the bag-in-box was conceived as a safer, cost-effective, and more convenient solution for transporting and storing industrial liquids. Over the decades, it has evolved …
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Almarai participated as a main sponsor of the 7th Oman International Conference on Food Safety and Quality, held from April 21–23, 2025, at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre. Organized by Oman’s Ministry of Agricultural, Fisheries and Water Resources, the event brought together regional and international stakeholders to discuss advancements in food safety. …
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KIND Snacks has introduced a fully recyclable paper wrapper in select Whole Foods Market locations across the United States, a move that may signal a turning point in snack food packaging. The new wrapper, made from a How2Recycle pre-qualified, curbside-recyclable paper, is part of a broader pilot aimed at reducing single-use plastics in …
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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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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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