Dammam, Saudi Arabia – His Excellency Bandar AlKhorayef, Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, has inaugurated PepsiCo’s expanded manufacturing plant in Dammam’s 2nd Industrial City, signaling the company’s ongoing investment in Saudi Arabia’s industrial sector. The SAR 300 million ($80 million) expansion is part of PepsiCo’s broader SAR 9 billion ($2.4 …
Yamato Unveils High-Speed Twin Scale for Food Packaging Efficiency
Yamato Corporation has introduced the Omega-0132MV, a high-speed twin multihead weigher, aimed at improving throughput in food manufacturing and co-packing operations. Part of the company’s Omega Series, the new model offers a reported weighing capacity of up to 600 weighments per minute—300 per side—making it the fastest combination scale currently on the …
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Quadpack Expands PET Dip-In Pack Production at German Facility to Meet European Market Demand
Quadpack has announced the expansion of its injection-moulding capabilities at its Kierspe manufacturing site in Germany to include the production of PET dip-in lip gloss bottles. The investment marks a significant step in the company’s ongoing strategy to localise production for the European market and strengthen its presence in the colour cosmetics …
KHS Integrates AI into Cap Inspection System Amid EU Tethered Cap Mandate
KHS GmbH has announced the integration of artificial intelligence into its Innocheck TSI closure inspection unit in response to the growing complexity of inspecting tethered caps. These closures have been mandatory on all non-returnable PET bottles in the European Union since 2024, creating new technical challenges for beverage producers. …
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UAE Unveils Groundbreaking EPR Pilot Targeting Packaging Waste, Backed by 26 Leading Companies
Abu Dhabi & Dubai, July 3, 2025 — In a landmark move to revolutionize how packaging waste is managed, the United Arab Emirates has launched the region’s first Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) pilot, placing the onus of post-consumer waste squarely on manufacturers and brand owners. Spearheaded by the Ministry of Climate Change …
Ranpak Introduces Compact FillPak Mini for E-Commerce Fulfillment Centers
Ranpak has announced the release of the FillPak Mini, which it describes as the smallest electric gap-filling cushioning machine currently available. Targeted at e-commerce warehouses and fulfillment centers, the unit is intended to improve space efficiency and packing operations. The FillPak Mini is designed to fit easily on narrow packing …
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Lecta Launches PFAS-Free Grease-Resistant Label for Food Packaging
Lecta Self-Adhesives has introduced Adestor Gloss GP PFAS-free, a self-adhesive label material designed for high grease resistance, targeting food packaging applications such as cured meats, cheeses, oils, and ready meals. The new product offers a per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)-free formulation, aligning with current European regulations and the sector’s growing focus …
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Avery Dennison Launches First RFID Label Approved for PET Recycling Compatibility
Avery Dennison has introduced the first radio-frequency identification (RFID) label to receive APR Design® for Recyclability recognition from the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR), confirming its compatibility with the polyethylene terephthalate (PET) recycling stream in North America. The development integrates Avery Dennison’s CleanFlake™ adhesive with its proprietary RFID technology. The result …
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Dow Launches INNATE™ TF 220 Resin, Advances PCR Use in Packaging Collaboration with Liby
Dow has announced the launch of its INNATE™ TF 220 Precision Packaging Resin, a high-density polyethylene innovation designed to support recyclable mono-material packaging and enable high-performance biaxially oriented polyethylene (BOPE) films. The company also confirmed a new collaborative effort with Liby, a prominent Chinese laundry detergent brand, integrating 10% REVOLOOP™ post-consumer …
UFlex Launches FSSAI-Approved rPET Pellet for Food Packaging
UFlex, a major flexible packaging manufacturer, has introduced a new single-pellet resin that blends recycled PET with virgin PET for direct use in food and beverage packaging. The innovation meets India’s new food safety and sustainability regulations and could significantly ease the transition to recycled content for FMCG brands across the MEA region. …
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