Plastlit and Gneuss Pioneering Food-Grade Polystyrene Recycling in Latin America

Plastlit S.A., a packaging company based in Ecuador, has developed a new method to integrate post-consumer polystyrene into food packaging, using Gneuss OMNI recycling technology. This marks a significant step toward sustainable packaging solutions in Latin America, particularly in Ecuador. Founded over 55 years ago, Plastlit initially focused on flexible packaging for the food industry …

Agthia raises stake in Abu Auf to 80%, strengthening packaged food and beverage growth

  Agthia Group PJSC has increased its stake in Egypt’s Abu Auf to 80% after acquiring an additional 10% share. The move strengthens Agthia’s position in the packaged food sector while reinforcing its partnership with the Egyptian healthy snacks and coffee brand. The Auf family will continue to manage operations, focusing on product innovation and …

Metsä Group Expands Wood-Based Packaging with Muoto™ Pilot Sales

  Espoo, Finland – Metsä Group’s innovation arm, Metsä Spring, has commenced pre-commercial sales of its three-dimensional, wood-based packaging solution, Muoto™. The packaging, developed at a demo plant in collaboration with Valmet, has been in production in Äänekoski, Finland, since May 2022.   Designed as a durable and recyclable alternative to plastic, Muoto is aimed …

IFFCO Group Highlights Sustainable Innovation at Food500 Summit and Gulfood 2025

  Dubai, UAE: IFFCO Group, a UAE-based multinational FMCG company, marked three decades at Gulfood 2025 with a showcase featuring a range of products, including carbon-neutral oils and alternative proteins, as part of its focus on sustainable packaging and food innovation.   In addition to its presence on the exhibition floor, IFFCO Group executives participated …

Packaging and Sustainability: Key focus at World of Coffee 2025

  The coffee industry is undergoing a significant shift, with sustainability, responsible sourcing, and fair trade taking center stage. These issues are now central to the future of the sector, discussed extensively at this year’s World of Coffee event in Dubai, UAE.   Shouq Bin Redha, Exhibition Director of World of Coffee Dubai, emphasized the …

Mondi and Proquimia launch paper-based pouches for dishwashing tabs

  Mondi and Proquimia have launched a new paper-based stand-up pouch for dishwashing tabs in Spain and Portugal, marking a step toward more sustainable packaging solutions. This collaboration aims to replace traditional plastic pouches with a more environmentally friendly alternative.   The new stand-up pouches, which contain 20 water-soluble dishwashing tabs, are made using Mondi’s …

Nestlé Purina expands pyramid-shaped cat food with innovative packaging

  Nestlé Purina PetCare is expanding its pyramid-shaped wet cat food in Europe and the United States as part of its strategy to focus on fewer but more impactful innovations.   In Europe, the new variant—featuring transparent jelly with finely diced tender cuts in salmon, chicken, or white fish—will launch under the Purina Gourmet Revelations …

Gulfood 2025: A Global Platform for Innovation, Networking, and Sustainability

  Gulfood, the world’s largest annual food and beverage trade event, is set to return to Dubai in 2025, reaffirming its role as a crucial platform for industry professionals to connect, collaborate, and drive innovation. Running from February 17 to 21 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, this year’s event will span over 1 million …

Orkla India refreshes Eastern brand identity with new packaging at Gulfood 2025

  Orkla India, the parent company of MTR and Eastern, will unveil its new Quick Kerala Breakfast range at Gulfood 2025, aiming to expand its presence in the Middle East’s packaged food sector. The launch, under its recently established subsidiary Orkla IMEA, includes the Eastern 5-Minute Breakfast range with updated branding and packaging.   Indian …

Oasis Water introduces South Africa first recyclable 10L PET dispenser bottle

  Oasis Water has launched South Africa’s first fully recyclable 10L PET refill dispenser bottle, marking a step towards reducing plastic waste in the country. The initiative aligns with growing efforts to combat plastic pollution and promote sustainable packaging solutions.   Addressing Plastic Pollution Plastic waste poses a significant threat to marine ecosystems, with seabirds …