Intertek in Dubai appointed as notified body for the Gulf Conformity Mark for low-voltage equipment

Intertek, a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide, has been designated as a “Notified Body” by the Gulf Standards Organization (GSO) to issue Gulf Conformity Mark (G Mark) Certificates to locally produced, imported and exported products across the Gulf countries. The scope of notification covers Gulf Technical Regulation for Low Voltage Equipment and …

When it comes to packaging design, innovation and circularity, Agthia has a lot of bottle

An entirely plant-based water bottle is launched in tandem with a pact to drive up PET recycling rates in the UAE, with a reduction in CO2 emissions resulting in an improved environmental footprint. Agthia Group PJSC, one of the region’s biggest food and beverage companies and producers of Al Ain, the UAE’s leading bottled water …

Mai Dubai unveils UAE’s first zero-sodium alkaline bottled drinking water

Mai Dubai, a bottled water company owned by the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, has launched Mai Dubai Zero-Sodium Alkaline Water. The launch complements the company’s mission for growth by exceeding customer expectations and providing high quality products and services in an innovative, safe, efficient and environmentally responsible manner. The new 3-1 product, with no …

Huhtamaki launches recyclable pharma strip packaging

As an innovative producer of pharmaceutical and healthcare packaging, Huhtamaki has launched the first recyclable strip packaging for pharmaceutical solids – Push Tab loop. The pack provides cost-effective PVC-free tablet packaging with high barrier qualities. Designed to be a sustainable alternative to blister and cold-form packaging, this new addition to the Push Tab range was …

Bottled water industry leaders come together to tackle sector challenges and adopt best practices

On the sidelines of Gulfood 2020, bottled water industry leaders signed an MoU to form the Gulf Bottled Water Association (GBWA). Headquartered in Dubai, the association aims to bring together a regional work-
ing group of all bottled water industry members to address sector challenges and make the industry more competitive. Creating a unified body to …

Bottled water industry leaders come together to tackle sector challenges and adopt best practices

On the sidelines of Gulfood 2020, bottled water industry leaders signed an MoU to form the Gulf Bottled Water Association (GBWA). Headquartered in Dubai, the association aims to bring together a regional work-
ing group of all bottled water industry members to address sector challenges and make the industry more competitive. Creating a unified body to …

Amcor designs Stock PET bottles to meet demands of ecommerce-ready packaging

Amcor has designed a family of stock polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles that helps co-packers meet the demanding requirements for ecommerce-ready packaging. OmniPack™ PET bottles increase capacity and reduce downtime because they have the same diameter with the same finish – only the height changes to accommodate the varying fill volumes. “Our customers want ecommerce-ready packaging,” …

Unilever adapts deodorant production lines to meet demand of hand sanitizer

As part of global efforts to help tackle coronavirus, Unilever’s Leeds factory at UK have, for the first time adapted one of their deodorant manufacturing lines to produce much-needed supplies of hand sanitiser for the NHS. With collaborative efforts of employees from across Unilever and the rapid response of Unilever’s suppliers with materials, packaging and …

“Gahwa” Enters New Realm with KitKat Arabic Coffee

KitKat Arabic Coffee is coming this Ramadan, with the beloved confectionary brand launching a new edition with an Arabic twist to meet local consumer demand for a flavor inspired by “Gahwa,” as Arabic coffee is socially referred to in the region. “We understand the cultural value of coffee time in the region, and are always …