Canon Central and North Africa (CCNA) concluded its annual Executive Circle Partner gathering on 3–4 November 2025 in Seychelles, marking the 10th anniversary of its regional operations. The two-day event brought together executives, partners, and industry leaders from across the continent to review progress and discuss future growth strategies. Since its …
Amcor expands North America capacity to meet rising demand for protein packaging
Amcor has announced a major expansion of its printing, lamination and converting capabilities in North America to support growing demand for flexible packaging in the protein market. The investment, described as one of the company’s largest to date, focuses on the meat, poultry and seafood sectors, where Amcor has an established presence. …
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Mars Wrigley expands Kenya operations with new sugar-free gum production line
Mars Wrigley has commissioned a new sugar-free gum production line at its Athi River plant in Kenya, investing an additional KES 4.3 billion (US$33 million) as part of a broader regional manufacturing strategy. The latest investment brings the confectionery company’s total capital commitment in Kenya to KES 13.4 billion (US$103 million) …
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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 …
Vinsak Group realigns strategy to boost in-house manufacturing and global brand offering
Vinsak Group has announced a strategic realignment of its operations, with a sharpened focus on strengthening in-house manufacturing and consolidating its branded product offerings. The move comes as the company seeks to align more closely with the evolving requirements of packaging and print converters globally. To support this direction, Vinsak …
SLMG Beverages boosts PET bottle production with KHS TriBlock system
SLMG Beverages, Coca-Cola’s largest bottler in India, has expanded its production capabilities with the installation of a new PET bottling line from KHS at its Chhata facility in Uttar Pradesh. The expansion, completed ahead of peak season, has increased capacity at the plant by 35%. The new InnoPET TriBlock line, delivered by Germany-based …
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Mondelēz and DS Smith trial paper tubs for Cadbury Heroes
Mondelēz International has partnered with packaging supplier DS Smith to pilot paper-based packaging for its Cadbury Heroes range in the UK, marking a shift from traditional plastic tubs. The trial, which introduces 300,000 paper tubs, will be available for a limited time across Tesco stores nationwide starting in October. This “test …
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PepsiCo Egypt unveils limited-edition can to mark Grand Egyptian Museum opening
PepsiCo Egypt has introduced a limited-edition can design to commemorate the opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), located near the Giza Plateau. The new packaging features gold-foil illustrations of the pyramids, the Sphinx, and stylized scarabs, blending contemporary branding with references to Egypt’s ancient heritage. The release coincides with the …
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Guala Closures acquires Metal Crowns to expand footprint in East Africa
Guala Closures has signed an agreement to acquire Metal Crowns Group, a Nairobi-based manufacturer of crown corks and plastic closures, in a move to strengthen its position in the East African bottling industry. Established in 1978, Metal Crowns Group operates two production facilities and supplies global customers in the beer and carbonated …
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